MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sep 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --
Highlights
- LG selects DesignWare HDMI 2.1 Controller IP with HDCP 2.3 content protection to implement secure, high-quality digital
video and audio links in their new multimedia SoC
- Compliant HDMI 2.1 IP delivers 48 Gbps aggregate bandwidth for uncompressed 8K resolution at
60 Hz refresh rate to meet high-performance design requirements
- DesignWare HDCP 2.3 Content Protection IP supports the latest standard to secure data transmission across HDMI links
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) today announced that LG Electronics (LG) has selected silicon-proven DesignWare®
HDMI 2.1 Controller IP
with HDCP 2.3 content
protection to deliver ultra-high-definition (UHD) video and high-fidelity audio in its latest generation of multimedia
system-on-chips (SoCs). LG selected Synopsys' HDMI 2.1 IP for its advanced features, such as uncompressed 8K resolution with 60 Hz refresh rate and dynamic HDR to deliver immersive, cinematic viewing experiences of
the latest premium content. The HDMI 2.1 IP combined with the DesignWare HDCP 2.3 Embedded Security Module ensures that the data
transmitted through the HDMI links is highly secure and meets digital content protection requirements as specified by the DCP
LLC. LG is also integrating silicon-proven DesignWare Logic Libraries, Embedded Memories,
USB, Mobile Storage, and Ethernet IP into their SoC to
incorporate the necessary functionality with less risk and faster time-to-market.
"As a leading provider of the world's most advanced electronic devices, we need to collaborate with a trusted IP provider to
support the latest features in our SoCs with the least amount of risk," said LG. "We selected Synopsys' compliant HDMI 2.1 IP
with HDCP 2.3 content protection due to their advanced features, enabling us to quickly deliver lifelike color and cinematic
audio to our customers while meeting the high-grade content protection standards of major production companies. Working with
Synopsys allows us to deliver a full suite of differentiated home electronics that meet our customers' ultra-high-resolution
picture quality needs."
"The HDMI 2.1 specification is gaining rapid adoption and is becoming a must-have for next-generation ultra-high definition
multimedia devices requiring significantly more bandwidth, higher frame rates and resolution up to 8K and beyond from source to screen," said Rob Tobias, chief executive officer
of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. "Synopsys' HDMI 2.1 IP with content protection, enables the ecosystem to quickly adopt the
latest specification, ensure secure data communication and deliver advanced functionality to the market."
"To provide more secure, ultra-high-quality audio and video content in modern multimedia devices, companies like LG are
turning to Synopsys for integrated solutions, such as HDMI 2.1 IP with HDCP 2.3 content protection, that offer the required
features and are compliant with the latest specifications," said John Koeter, vice president of
marketing for IP at Synopsys. "As active members of key standards organizations, Synopsys is focused on developing high-quality,
complete IP solutions that help designers create differentiated products with lower integration risk and get to market
faster."
Availability
DesignWare HDMI 2.1 IP,
HDCP 2.3 Embedded Security
Modules with Hardware Root of Trust, Logic Libraries, Embedded Memories, and
USB, Mobile Storage (SD/eMMC), and
Ethernet IP are
available now.
About DesignWare IP
Synopsys is a leading provider of high-quality, silicon-proven IP solutions for SoC designs. The broad DesignWare IP portfolio
includes logic libraries, embedded memories, embedded test, analog IP, wired and wireless interface IP, security IP, embedded
processors, and subsystems. To accelerate prototyping, software development and integration of IP into SoCs, Synopsys' IP
Accelerated initiative offers IP prototyping kits, IP software development kits, and IP subsystems. Synopsys' extensive
investment in IP quality, comprehensive technical support and robust IP development methodology enable designers to reduce
integration risk and accelerate time-to-market. For more information on DesignWare IP, visit www.synopsys.com/designware.
About Synopsys
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) is the Silicon to Software™ partner for innovative companies developing the
electronic products and software applications we rely on every day. As the world's 15th largest software company,
Synopsys has a long history of being a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP and is also
growing its leadership in software security and quality solutions. Whether you're a system-on-chip (SoC) designer creating
advanced semiconductors, or a software developer writing applications that require the highest security and quality, Synopsys has
the solutions needed to deliver innovative, high-quality, secure products. Learn more at www.synopsys.com.
Editorial Contact:
Norma Sengstock
Synopsys, Inc.
650-584-2890
norma@synopsys.com
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