Silicon Image unveils first products supporting MHL standard

Sunnyvale, Calif.– Silicon Image has rolled out its first products that include support for the new MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) standard, including the SiI9244 MHL transmitter for power-sensitive mobile devices; the SiI9381A HDTV port processor for both HDMI and MHL connectivity; and the SiI9292 MHL-to-HDMI low-power bridge.

MHL is a new mobile HD interface standard optimized for directly connecting mobile phones and other portable devices to high-definition televisions (HDTVs) and displays, while simultaneously providing power to charge mobile device batteries over a single cable.

Earlier this year, Nokia, Samsung Electronics, Silicon Image, Sony and Toshiba Corp. formed the MHL Consortium and created a draft specification for the MHL originally announced by Silicon Image in 2008 for sharing high-definition video between mobile devices and televisions. See story.

SiI9244 MHL Transmitter
The SiI9244 is an MHL transmitter for HD video and audio designed for power-sensitive consumer electronics devices such as mobile phones, digital cameras, portable media players and HD camcorders. Eliminating the need for an extra connector, the SiI9244 enables a cost-effective, low-pin count connectivity solution for the delivery of HD content.

Specifications:  Click here.

SiI9381A HDTV Port Processor
The SiI9381A port processor seamlessly interfaces with MHL-enabled mobile devices such as mobile phones and tablets. The SiI9381A also supports four HDMI inputs with InstaPort™ S – Silicon Image’s single-second HDMI port switching technology and integrates HDMI 1.4 Audio Return Channel and Content Type detection.

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SiI9292 MHL-to-HDMI Bridge
The SiI9292 is integral to the design of low-power, MHL-to-HDMI accessory devices such as docking stations, converters and adapters, enabling HD video and audio connectivity between MHL-ready mobile devices and HDTVs with HDMI inputs.

Specifications: Click here.