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Trident Unveils New Digital Televisions From AOC for the Brazil Market at This Week's ABTA Conference
The New AOC Digital TVs Target the Brazil Market with Superior Picture Quality, Stylish New Design and Innovative Features
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 10 -- At the ABTA Conference this week in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Trident Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRID), a leading provider of set-top box and TV semiconductor solutions, announced that the Trident HiDTV(TM) PRO-SX solution has been selected by AOC to power four new AOC digital TV models (the D26W931, D32W931, LC32W053 and LC42H053.) The new AOC TVs, which are being showcased in the Trident booth number C3, provide full support for the ISDB-Tb Brazilian H.264/AAC DTV broadcasting standard and deliver vivid and brilliant video images by taking advantage of Trident's patented DCRe(TM) technology.
"Brazil's large population provides enormous opportunities for digital TV providers and we are committed to working with both the Brazil-based TV OEMS such as AOC and the large global OEMs that also service this growing regional market," said Dirk Wieberneit, senior vice president and general manager of the Trident TV Business unit. "We are pleased to provide AOC with superior picture quality and a flexible platform, including Trident ISDB-Tb broadcast software for quicktime-to-market and product differentiation, and we hope to share in their success in the future."
"We chose the HiDTV Pro-SX because it delivered the most flexible software architecture for adding new features and provided the best consumer viewing experience with vivid and crystal clear images," said Aguinaldo Silva, R&D Director at AOC. "Furthermore, the Trident team was wonderful to work with as we tailored these TVs specifically for the Brazilian market and we anticipate much success as our country continues its rapid transition to digital TV services."
About the HiDTV PRO-SX
The HiDTV(TM) Pro-SX is Trident's 8th generation all-in-one system-on-chip digital TV engine and includes all the key functions needed for both high-quality digital and analog TV broadcasting with minimum external components. Key features of the HiDTV Pro-SX include H.264 multifunction video decoder, first generation of Enhanced Super Resolution, Native Image Detection, noise reduction while retaining image details, scaling for smoother arches and curves and crispier edges, SVG Lite user interface, and Trident's first multi-standard video decoder supporting MPEG-2, MPEG-4, and H.264.
The HiDTV Pro-SX features Trident's superior DCRe technology that brings high-performance video processing with vivid and brilliant video images. The SOC accomplishes the best cost-performance by integrating not only the major IP's but also key interface functions based on a complete system design perspective.
Product Availability
The AOC D32W931 model TVs are available today and the D26W931 model will be available at the end of August and early September 2010. The AOC LC32W053 and LC42H053 model are scheduled to be available at the end of September and beginning of October 2010.
About AOC
AOC a worldwide leader of HD LCD display technology for TVs, Monitors, and Multimedia Displays backed by over 60 years of design and manufacturing experience. AOC has earned a reputation for selling user-friendly, technologically advanced displays with every aspect of AOC's business focusing on the development of products that fit seamlessly into consumers' digital lifestyle. AOC continuously meets energy efficiency standards such as the EPAs and EPEAT program and has garnered recognitions such as PC Magazine's GreenTech Approved designation.
Forward-Looking Information
This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning the capabilities and functionality of our products and the benefits out products will provide to our customers, including the ability of our clients to save development time and speed time to market, as well as concerning our ability to succeed in other markets such as Brazil. These forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, and actual results could vary materially depending on a number of factors. These risks include, the timing of product introductions, the ability to obtain design wins among major OEMs for Trident's products, and competitive pressures, including pricing and competitors' new product introductions, the impact of the uncertain global macroeconomic environment, and the increasingly competitive DTV market. Additional factors that may affect Trident's business are described in detail in Trident's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission available at http://www.sec.gov/. Such forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Trident's views or expectations as of any subsequent date and Trident does not undertake any obligation to revise or update any such forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the statement was made.
About Trident Microsystems, Inc.
Trident Microsystems, Inc., with headquarters in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading force in the digital home entertainment market, delivering an extensive range of platform solutions that enhance the consumer experience in the Connected Home. As one of the top-three semiconductor providers to both the TV and set-top box markets, Trident's solutions can be found in the products of leading OEMs and channel partners worldwide. The company's extensive IP portfolio of more than 2,000 patents has been driving key innovations in image quality, 3D TV, low power consumption, and 45nm designs. For further information about Trident and its products, please consult the Company's web site: http://www.tridentmicro.com.
NOTE: Trident is a trademark of Trident Microsystems, Inc. All other company and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Features, pricing, availability and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Source: Trident Microsystems, Inc.
CONTACT: Public Relations, Kelly Karr of Tanis Communications,
+1-408-718-9350, kelly.karr@taniscomm.com for Trident Microsystems, Inc.; or
Investor Relations, John Swenson of Trident Microsystems, +1-408-962-8252,
John.swenson@tridentmicro.com
Web Site: http://www.tridentmicro.com/
Trident Unveils New Digital Televisions From AOC for the Brazil Market at This Week's ABTA Conference
The New AOC Digital TVs Target the Brazil Market with Superior Picture Quality, Stylish New Design and Innovative Features
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 10 -- At the ABTA Conference this week in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Trident Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRID), a leading provider of set-top box and TV semiconductor solutions, announced that the Trident HiDTV(TM) PRO-SX solution has been selected by AOC to power four new AOC digital TV models (the D26W931, D32W931, LC32W053 and LC42H053.) The new AOC TVs, which are being showcased in the Trident booth number C3, provide full support for the ISDB-Tb Brazilian H.264/AAC DTV broadcasting standard and deliver vivid and brilliant video images by taking advantage of Trident's patented DCRe(TM) technology.
"Brazil's large population provides enormous opportunities for digital TV providers and we are committed to working with both the Brazil-based TV OEMS such as AOC and the large global OEMs that also service this growing regional market," said Dirk Wieberneit, senior vice president and general manager of the Trident TV Business unit. "We are pleased to provide AOC with superior picture quality and a flexible platform, including Trident ISDB-Tb broadcast software for quicktime-to-market and product differentiation, and we hope to share in their success in the future."
"We chose the HiDTV Pro-SX because it delivered the most flexible software architecture for adding new features and provided the best consumer viewing experience with vivid and crystal clear images," said Aguinaldo Silva, R&D Director at AOC. "Furthermore, the Trident team was wonderful to work with as we tailored these TVs specifically for the Brazilian market and we anticipate much success as our country continues its rapid transition to digital TV services."
About the HiDTV PRO-SX
The HiDTV(TM) Pro-SX is Trident's 8th generation all-in-one system-on-chip digital TV engine and includes all the key functions needed for both high-quality digital and analog TV broadcasting with minimum external components. Key features of the HiDTV Pro-SX include H.264 multifunction video decoder, first generation of Enhanced Super Resolution, Native Image Detection, noise reduction while retaining image details, scaling for smoother arches and curves and crispier edges, SVG Lite user interface, and Trident's first multi-standard video decoder supporting MPEG-2, MPEG-4, and H.264.
The HiDTV Pro-SX features Trident's superior DCRe technology that brings high-performance video processing with vivid and brilliant video images. The SOC accomplishes the best cost-performance by integrating not only the major IP's but also key interface functions based on a complete system design perspective.
Product Availability
The AOC D32W931 model TVs are available today and the D26W931 model will be available at the end of August and early September 2010. The AOC LC32W053 and LC42H053 model are scheduled to be available at the end of September and beginning of October 2010.
About AOC
AOC a worldwide leader of HD LCD display technology for TVs, Monitors, and Multimedia Displays backed by over 60 years of design and manufacturing experience. AOC has earned a reputation for selling user-friendly, technologically advanced displays with every aspect of AOC's business focusing on the development of products that fit seamlessly into consumers' digital lifestyle. AOC continuously meets energy efficiency standards such as the EPAs and EPEAT program and has garnered recognitions such as PC Magazine's GreenTech Approved designation.
Forward-Looking Information
This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning the capabilities and functionality of our products and the benefits out products will provide to our customers, including the ability of our clients to save development time and speed time to market, as well as concerning our ability to succeed in other markets such as Brazil. These forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, and actual results could vary materially depending on a number of factors. These risks include, the timing of product introductions, the ability to obtain design wins among major OEMs for Trident's products, and competitive pressures, including pricing and competitors' new product introductions, the impact of the uncertain global macroeconomic environment, and the increasingly competitive DTV market. Additional factors that may affect Trident's business are described in detail in Trident's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission available at http://www.sec.gov/. Such forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Trident's views or expectations as of any subsequent date and Trident does not undertake any obligation to revise or update any such forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the statement was made.
About Trident Microsystems, Inc.
Trident Microsystems, Inc., with headquarters in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading force in the digital home entertainment market, delivering an extensive range of platform solutions that enhance the consumer experience in the Connected Home. As one of the top-three semiconductor providers to both the TV and set-top box markets, Trident's solutions can be found in the products of leading OEMs and channel partners worldwide. The company's extensive IP portfolio of more than 2,000 patents has been driving key innovations in image quality, 3D TV, low power consumption, and 45nm designs. For further information about Trident and its products, please consult the Company's web site: http://www.tridentmicro.com.
NOTE: Trident is a trademark of Trident Microsystems, Inc. All other company and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Features, pricing, availability and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Source: Trident Microsystems, Inc.
CONTACT: Public Relations, Kelly Karr of Tanis Communications,
+1-408-718-9350, kelly.karr@taniscomm.com for Trident Microsystems, Inc.; or
Investor Relations, John Swenson of Trident Microsystems, +1-408-962-8252,
John.swenson@tridentmicro.com
Web Site: http://www.tridentmicro.com/