LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dialog Semiconductor plc. (FWB: DLG), a provider of highly integrated power management, audio, AC/DC and short-range wireless technologies, today announced the release of a new low power audio codec, DA7212, with unsurpassed always-on power consumption to enable 'voice trigger' activated applications.
The DA7212 audio codec has exceptionally low always-on power consumption (650µW) which can extend the battery life of portable devices - including new 'Wearables' such as smart watches and connected fitness devices - in an 'always-on' mode enabling constant tracking and instant recognition of voice commands. It also integrates an enhanced hybrid Automatic Level Control (ALC) that offers faster reaction times and finer gain resolution to maintain a consistent audio quality level when recording.
The DA7212 is a 24 bit audio CODEC that supports digital or analogue MEMS microphones and offers a number of DSP features including ALC, 5 band EQ and noise gate. It has an integrated beep generator for DTMF keypad tone generation and a speaker amplifier that can drive up to 1.2W. The advanced start-up controller has been designed to offer seamless audio transitions, silent volume ramping and highly effective pop and click suppression. It comes in a 34 bump WLCSP package that has a novel, staggered ball-out conducive for cost effective PCB manufacturing.
Udo Kratz, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Mobile Systems Business Group at Dialog Semiconductor commented, "Dialog is pleased to launch its latest audio product in a line of CODECs with exceptionally-low power consumption. 'Always-on' operation is becoming a required feature to enable voice-triggered activation of applications on portable and next generation wearable devices. DA7212 allows our OEMs to design an audio CODEC that not only consumes less power but also requires a footprint of less than 7.5mm2 - a very important factor for space-constrained applications."
The DA7212 is offered in a 34 bump WLCSP package with a 0.5mm pitch and an operating temperature range of -40 C to +85 C. Dialog's new DA7212 audio codec is now available for the Arduino Development Platform as a new peripheral module delivering Hi-Fi sound quality at lower power levels. This audio module (ARD-AUDIO-DA7212) can be downloaded from the Dialog Website.
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About Dialog Semiconductor
Dialog Semiconductor creates highly integrated, mixed-signal integrated circuits (ICs), optimised for personal portable, low energy short-range wireless, LED solid state lighting and automotive applications. The company provides flexible and dynamic support, world-class innovation and the assurance of dealing with an established business partner.
With its focus and expertise in energy-efficient system power management and a technology portfolio that also includes audio, short-range wireless, AC/DC power conversion and multi-touch, Dialog brings decades of experience to the rapid development of ICs for personal portable and digital consumers applications, including smartphones, tablets, Ultrabooks(TM) and digital cordless phones.
Dialog's power management processor companion chips increase the performance of portable devices by extending battery lifetime, enabling faster charging and enhancing the consumer's multimedia experience. With world-class manufacturing partners, Dialog operates a fabless business model.
Dialog Semiconductor plc is headquartered in London with a global sales, R&D and marketing organisation. In 2013, it had approximately $910 million in revenue and was one of the fastest growing European public semiconductor companies. It currently has approximately 1,100 employees worldwide. The company is listed on the Frankfurt (FWB: DLG) stock exchange (Regulated Market, Prime Standard, ISIN GB0059822006) and is a member of the German TecDax index. It also has convertible bonds listed on the Euro MTF Market on the Luxemburg Stock Exchange (ISIN XS0757015606).