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Sharp Develops and Will Introduce New Tuner Unit for Terrestrial Digital and Analog Broadcasting

Osaka, June 28, 2010 - (ACN Newswire) - Sharp Corporation has developed and will introduce the new VA1N2WF2121 tuner unit for terrestrial digital and analog broadcasting, to be used in LCD TVs and digital video recorders. This unit features the industry's thinnest profile (5 mm) and most compact size (4.44 cc)(1).

LCD TVs and digital video recorders typically incorporate multiple tuners to provide the functionality to receive multiple channels simultaneously. At the same time, consumers are seeking thinner, more stylish designs in these products.

This unit features a new silicon tuner IC that fully integrates the components that make up the tuner circuitry in a monolithic semiconductor device. This enables the industry's thinnest profile (approximately 50% thinner than the previous model)(2) and most compact size (approximately 70% smaller than the previous model)(2). In addition, a built-in digital signal processor and low-noise amplifier improves reception performance and contributes to an improved viewing experience in areas with poor signal quality. Further, combining compatibility with both digital and analog terrestrial broadcasts for all regions of the world into a single unit eliminates the need to design separate receiving circuits to accommodate each broadcast system, leading to greater efficiencies in design and production.

Product name                    Tuner unit for terrestrial digital 
                                and analog broadcasting 

Model name                      VA1N2WF2121 
Sample price (tax included)     20,000 yen 
Mass production date            August 30, 2010 
Monthly production              500,000 units

Major Features

1. Newly developed silicon tuner IC enables the industry's thinnest profile (5 mm) and most compact size (4.44 cc). 2. Improved reception performance thanks to digital signal processor and low-noise amplifier. 3. Worldwide multi-standard compatibility supporting all terrestrial digital and analog broadcasting systems around the globe.

Specifications

Model name                      VA1N2WF2121 
Target area                     Worldwide 
Receiving frequency spectrums   VHF, UHF, CATV full-band compatibility; 
                                45 to 862 MHz 
Output                          Digital: IF signal output (4 to 57 MHz)
                                Analog: CVBS signal output, SIF signal output 
Noise figure(3)                 4.5 dB (typ.) 
Phase noise                     -90 dBc/Hz (at 10 kHz offset) 
Channel selection system        PLL frequency synthesizer 
Power supply voltage            1.8 V/3.3 V DC 
Power consumption (typ.)        Digital: 0.93 W
                                Analog: 0.99 W 
Outside dimensions, volume(4)   30 x 29.6 x 5 mm, 4.44 cc 

(1) Except for protrusions, including connecting parts. For tuner units for terrestrial broadcasting; as of June 28, 2010; based on Sharp research. (2) Compared to Sharp's previous VA1E2ED2001 tuner unit (package size 30.9 x 55.8 x 9.5 mm). (3) A measure of degradation of the signal-to-noise ratio. (4) Except for protrusions, including connecting parts.

About Sharp Corporation

Sharp Corporation (TSE: 6753) is a worldwide developer of innovative products and core technologies that play a key role in shaping the future of electronics. As a leader in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and digital technologies, Sharp offers one of the broadest and most advanced lines of consumer electronics, information products and electronic components, while also creating new network businesses. For more information, please visit www.sharp.co.jp

Source: Sharp Corporation

Contact:

Sharp Corporation
Corporate Communications
Osaka: +81-6-6625-3006   
Tokyo: +81-3-3260-1870

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