TOKYO - Wednesday, February 6th 2013 [ME NewsWire]
(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Toshiba Corporation(TOKYO:6502) today announced that it will launch a new CCD linear image sensor for bar code readers in September 2013.
The new sensor, TCD1256GAG, shrinks package size to one-seventh that of Toshiba's current product, TCD1254GFG, and has an ultra-small package very close to the silicon sensor die size. It will minimize scan engine dimensions and expand the bar code reader application field.
TCD1256GAG emulates the basic performance and functions of Toshiba's current product, including the electronic shutter function that captures a stable video signal without saturation under ambient light conditions. On-chip sample and hold circuit makes simplifies analog signal processing and reduce layout area.
Key Features 1. Ultra-small package (die-sized package achieved with TSV technology) 2. Electronic shutter function 3. On-chip sample and hold circuit
Applications Barcode readers, scanner engines, POS systems, optical touch panels
Product Introduction
Part Number
TCD1256GAG
Pixel Size
5.25×64 [μm]
Pixel Number
2500 pixels
Power Supply
3.0V (MIN.)
Data Rate
2MHz (MAX.)
Function
Electronic shutter, Sample and hold circuit
Package Size
15.044(L)×1.014(H) [mm]
MP Schedule
September 2013
About Toshiba
Toshiba is a world-leading diversified manufacturer, solutions provider and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products and systems. Toshiba Group brings innovation and imagination to a wide range of businesses: digital products, including LCD TVs, notebook PCs, retail solutions and MFPs; electronic devices, including semiconductors, storage products and materials; industrial and social infrastructure systems, including power generation systems, smart community solutions, medical systems and escalators & elevators; and home appliances.
Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 550 consolidated companies, with 202,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 6.1 trillion yen (US$74 billion). Visit Toshiba's web site at www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm
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Contacts
Toshiba Corporation
Semiconductor & Storage Products Company
Koji Takahata, +81-3-3457-3405
semicon-NR-mailbox@ml.toshiba.co.jp