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PMC-Sierra Introduces System Clock Generator Optimized for MIPS-Based Printer and Consumer Applications SANTA CLARA, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- July 5, 2004 -- High-Performance CM5470 Device Tailored to Provide System-Level Clocking SolutionPMC-Sierra, Inc. (Nasdaq:PMCS) today introduced the CM5470 system clock generator, the latest addition to its family of Advanced Clock Management (CLK(TM)) products. The highly integrated CM5470 device, designed for direct compatibility with PMC-Sierra's 200 to 900 MHz RM7000(TM) and RM5200(TM) MIPS-based(TM) microprocessor product families, is optimized for MIPS-based printer and consumer applications (see Figures 1 and 2). The CM5470 device provides a single-chip clocking solution to drive all of the components commonly implemented alongside MIPS(R) processors, including CPU clocks, USB, LAN, PCI, and RAM clocks. PMC-Sierra's industry-leading system clock generator will enable OEMs to accelerate their design process and time-to-market. "PMC-Sierra has worked closely with lead customers in defining our first system clock generator for the printer and consumer markets. Our firsthand system-level knowledge and experience in MIPS-based platforms, together with customer input, have lead to the development of optimal system-level clocking solutions," said Aaron Gilroy, marketing manager, Microprocessor Products Division at PMC-Sierra. "We have leveraged our mixed-signal design expertise and proven clock management technology to provide feature-rich and reliable advanced clock management products for MIPS-based equipment." System Solution for MIPS-Based Printer and Consumer Platforms The CM5470 device provides tailored combinations of frequencies and I/O types required in MIPS-based printer and consumer platforms. The CM5470 device provides CPU, RAM, PCI, USB, and LAN reference clocks. In addition, the device includes optional spread spectrum modulation to aid designers in meeting system radiation requirements. PMC-Sierra has evaluation platforms and reference boards to ensure testing and compatibility of PMC-Sierra CLK solutions within a system environment. "PMC-Sierra offers best-in-class applications support for our MIPS-based processor and clock management product families. As the printer and consumer markets continue to grow in Asia, time-to-market will be key for our customers," said Tom Sun, vice president of Asia Pacific Operations at PMC-Sierra. "The collaboration of our MIPS-based processor and clock management teams will assist our customers in ensuring timely project development and release." About PMC-Sierra's Clock Management Family PMC-Sierra's CLK family includes three categories: System Clock Generator, Flexible Clock Generators, and Low-Skew Buffer (see Table 1). -0- *T Table 1: CLK Family Category Device(s) Features ---------------------------------------------------------------------- System Clock CM5470 -- 33 MHz to 200 MHz Generator -- 2 Phase lock loops -- CPU, RAM, USB, PCI, and LAN clocks -- Spread spectrum support -- Lead-free packaging option ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Flexible Clock CM5371 GEN-M7K-20 -- 50 MHz to 200 MHz Generators CM5391L GEN-M9K-20 -- 1 Phase lock loop -- Up to 4 copies of single output frequency -- Spread spectrum support -- Lead-free packaging option ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Low-Skew Buffer CM74CB218 LSB-2x8 -- Dual 1-to-8 low-skew fan- out buffer -- Clock speeds up to 200 MHz -- Lead-free packaging option ---------------------------------------------------------------------- *T The System Clock Generator provides multiple frequencies and I/O types to address targeted MIPS-based applications. The Flexible Clock Generators deliver multiple copies of an identical frequency and offer clocking for a broad set of applications. Both generator categories provide integrated spread spectrum modulation for EMI reduction. The Low-Skew Buffer enables buffering of outputs for applications that require more copies of signals than are provided by the generator devices. The CLK products are compatible with PMC-Sierra's MIPS-based microprocessors, the 250 to 900 MHz RM7000 and RM5200 product families, as well as the 1GHz RM9000(TM) product family. For more information, visit www.pmc-sierra.com/clock_management. Pricing, Availability, Packaging and Customer Support PMC-Sierra's CM5470 device is priced at $1.75 in 10KU and is currently sampling. Lead-free packaging is available for all CLK products to support the "Green" electronic initiatives. The CM5470 is available in a 56-pin TSSOP and 6.1x14mm package. The device is low power, 0.18 CMOS and rated for commercial temperature range operation (0 to +70 degrees Celsius). For datasheets, application notes, and evaluation systems, contact PMC-Sierra at [email protected] or visit www.pmc-sierra.com/clock_management. About PMC-Sierra PMC-Sierra(TM) is a leading provider of high-speed broadband communications and storage semiconductors and MIPS-based(TM) processors for Enterprise, Access, Metro Optical Transport, Storage Area Networking and Wireless network equipment. The company offers worldwide technical and sales support, including a network of offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. The company is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the PMCS symbol and is included in the S&P 500 Index. For more information, visit www.pmc-sierra.com. Attachments Figure 1: Network Printer Application Example available at www.pmc-sierra.com/pressRoom/pr/images/20040705_pr_figure1.jpg Figure 2: Set-Top Box Application Example available at www.pmc-sierra.com/pressRoom/pr/images/20040705_pr_figure2.jpg Product photo available at www.pmc-sierra.com/pressRoom/photos/hi-res/CM5470_5x7_300dpi.jpg Resources to Extend Your Product Knowledge and Understanding PMC-Sierra Clock Management Products www.pmc-sierra.com/clock_management PMC-Sierra New Products www.pmc-sierra.com/products/newProducts.html (c) Copyright PMC-Sierra, Inc. 2004. All rights reserved. CLK, PMC, PMCS, PMC-Sierra, RM5200, RM7000, RM9000 and "Thinking You can Build On" are trademarks of PMC-Sierra, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of the respective owners. |
