Cirrus Logic launches low-power embedded microprocessor

Cirrus Logic has launched one of the world’s fastest ARM-7 embedded

microprocessors enabling manufacturers to cost-effectively deliver portable

music players that can record MP3 content while playing.

The new low-power EP7312-90 runs at clock speeds of up to 90 MHz, allowing

for real-time MP3 encoding, as well as decoding for all major digital music

standards. The processor delivers high performance using low power, enabling

advanced user interfaces and operating systems in battery-powered entertainment

devices.

The EP7312-90 is ideal for a host of end products, including portable and

set-top digital audio devices, car audio jukebox systems, as well as general

purpose controller applications.

"The

EP7312-90’s superior performance gives manufacturers the ability to develop a

new generation of digital entertainment products that eliminate the need for a

personal computer for creating digital audio content," said Winter Chan,

VP, APAC sales, Cirrus Logic.

"With faster than real-time MP3 encoding capability, the manufacturers

can build portable rotating media and flash-based audio players. This can help

record and store CD/MP3 data during playback, allowing more than ten hours of

music content to be stored on a single CD-RW disc," said Winter.

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