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Future Technology Devices International Limited Company Details
Dedicated USB-to-UART Bridge Chip Optimized for Android-Based Systems
FTDI Chip has further expanded its hardware and firmware support for the Android operating system with the introduction of innovative new silicon. The FT312D is a full speed (12 Mbit/s), USB host bridge IC that is designed to provide fast and simple integration of a USB link into various peripheral hardware from an Android platform that has a USB device port.
FTDI Teams Up with MikroElektronika to Provide Development Support for EVE GUI Platform
FTDI Chip offers advanced software support for its new Embedded Video Engine family through third party partnership. It has collaborated with tool chain vendor MikroElektronika, providing it with detailed libraries for accessing the popular Visual TFT graphic development solution.
FTDI présente un contrôleur graphique facile à utiliser, pour applications d'affichage étendu
FTDI Chip fait ses premiers pas dans un autre domaine d'applications vitales. Afin de répondre à la demande croissante d'interaction homme-machine toujours plus sophistiquée, l'entreprise vient d'annoncer le FT800, premier produit de sa famille EVE (pour Embedded Video Engine, ou moteur video embarqué).
FTDI Adds Low Pin-Count, UART-to-USB Bridge to X-Chip Series
Future Technology Devices International Limited has further expanded its X-Chip series of feature-rich USB-to-serial interface chips with the introduction of the ultra-compact FT234XD. Contained in a 3mm x 3mm 12-pin DFN package that is optimised for smaller PCB designs, this highly integrated UART interface IC allows asynchronous serial data transfer - supporting data transfer rates from 300 bits/s to 3 Mbits/s.
FTDI Unveils USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Host Controller IC
Future Technology Devices International Limited has strengthened its portfolio of USB semiconductor solutions, with the release of the FT313H host controller IC. This feature-rich device supports USB 2.0 hi-speed (480 Mbits/s), as well as full-speed (12 Mbit/s) and low-speed (1.5 M bit/s) implementations.
FTDI dévoile un CI contrôleur d'hôte USB 2.0 rapide
FTDI renforce son offre en solutions semiconducteurs USB, avec le lancement du CI contrôleur d'hôte FT313H. Ce dispositif riche en fonctionnalités permet d'implanter une interface USB 2.0 à haut-débit (480 Mbits/s), à débit normal (12 Mbits/s) ou à bas débit (1.5 Mbit/s). Spécialement conçu pour une intégration facile, il permet d'ajouter facilement une connectivité haut-débit à un système, en autorisant des transferts de données rapides et l'utilisation de clés USB ou d'adaptateurs réseau sans-fil USB, pour étendre un système de manière modulaire, grâce au support des drivers de classe USB standard.
FT12 USB Controller Series from FTDI Optimise Designers' Implementation Choice
Future Technology Devices International has revealed the introduction of its FT12 series high performance USB controller ICs. Operating at 12 Mbits/s and designed to the USB 2.0 specification, the new controllers support direct memory access operation, while providing system interfaces for 8-bit parallel bus and SPI Slave.
FTDI présente un CI hôte USB optimisé pour plateformes Android
Future Technology Devices International Limited continue de contribuer au succès du projet Android Open Accessories, avec l'introduction de son FT311D. Ce nouveau circuit hôte USB rapide (12 Mbits/s) a pour vocation de fournir aux plateformes Android, telles que tablettes et smartphones, une interconnectivité avec différents produits finaux grâce à la technologie USB.
FTDI Delivers Connectivity Solutions for Raspberry Pi Mini Computer
Future Technology Devices International Limited has added to its range of connectivity offerings with two new products that address the rapidly growing popularity of the Raspberry Pi computing platform. The TTL-232R-RPi is a USB-to-TTL Serial UART debug cabling solution that incorporates the company's FT232RQ high performance interface IC.
FTDI Unveils USB-to-RS232 Cabling Solution
Future Technology Devices International Limited has expanded its portfolio of converter cabling solutions with the introduction of Chipi-X. Measuring a length of 10 cm, this is a USB-to-RS232 level full-handshake UART cable with a male DB9 connector. The DB9 provides the connectivity for RS232 communications and a USB-A plug deals with USB communications.
FTDI Expands Vinculum-II Precompiled Firmware & Source Code Offering
USB solutions specialist Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) has introduced additional elements to its family of precompiled, bridging ROM files that support its Vinculum-II (VNC2) USB host/device controller ICs. These files can be loaded directly into a VNC2 IC and utilised by its 16-bit microcontroller core in order to perform basic data transfer operations between common interfaces.
USB to Digital Level Interface Cabling Solutions from FTDI
USB solutions specialist Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) has added two new cables to its USB to digital level serial interface portfolio. The new C232HM-DDHSL-0 (3.3 V output power) and C232HM-EDHSL-0 (5V output power) USB 2.0 Hi-Speed to Digital Level Multi-Protocol Synchronous Serial Engine (MPSSE) cables - which form part of its expanding 'Instant USB cable' line - offer a fast, simple way to connect devices with 3.3 V logic level interfaces to USB. Both support the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (480Mb/s) standard.
FTDI expedites embedded design projects with new addition to its Vinco offering
USB solutions specialist Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) has further strengthened its Arduino-inspired Vinco platform (which was first announced in November 2010) with the introduction of the VNCLO-START1 kit. This comprehensive new development environment based on the company's Vinculum-II (VNC2) dual channel USB Host/Device controller effectively gives engineers everything they need for developing next generation embedded systems.
FTDI expedites embedded design projects with new addition to its Vinco offering
USB solutions specialist Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) has further strengthened its Arduino-inspired Vinco platform (which was first announced in November 2010) with the introduction of the VNCLO-START1 kit. This comprehensive new development environment based on the company's Vinculum-II (VNC2) dual channel USB Host/Device controller effectively gives engineers everything they need for developing next generation embedded systems.
FTDI commits to supporting Android Open Accessories Initiative
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) will be exhibiting at this year's Maker Faire – Bay Area (21st & 22nd May, San Mateo Events Center, California). The event, which celebrates innovation at all levels, from the hobbyist through to multinational corporations, is now in its sixth year, and to coincide with this FTDI has announced its commitment to supporting the Android Open Accessories initiative, thus allowing engineers to realize exciting new system designs that are compatible with tablets and smartphones utilizing the highly popular Android operating system.
Single Channel Hi-Speed USB to UART/FIFO Interface IC for Next Generation Peripheral Design
Future Technology Devices International Limited has further strengthened its portfolio of USB interface IC products with the release of the FT232H USB2.0 Hi-Speed device. This versatile single channel USB to UART/FIFO interface device can be configured via EEPROM to use a variety of different serial or parallel interfaces. Bundled with FTDI's well established and proven USB device drivers, this solution enables engineers to easily add Hi-Speed USB connectivity into new and legacy peripheral designs with a minimum of design and support effort. In addition, the associated UM232H evaluation module allows engineers to quickly prototype and tests the FT232H's suitability for incorporation into new system designs. This highly integrated USB device controller contains USB, serial and parallel protocol engines, eliminating any requirement for USB specific firmware development. The device supports IO interface levels of 3.3V with 5V tolerant inputs, making it suitable for connection to a wide variety of logic, MPUs and FPGAs.
New USB Hi-Speed Serial/Hub Module from FTDI brings higher level of connectivity to system designs
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) eases the integration of USB into existing electronic systems, with the release of the FT4232H USB serial/hub module. Designed to connect to the company's V2DIPx modules, as well as any USB Host interface (e.g. PC), this product greatly expands the number of interfaces that can be accessed downstream from the Host.
FTDI unveils VINCULO, a powerful development platform for embedded systems requiring USB 2.0 connectivity
USB silicon and software specialist Future Devices Technology International Limited (FTDI) announced Vinculo, an embedded development platform inspired by the popular Arduino Duemilanove / Uno. The Vinculo platform allows designers to integrate powerful USB 2.0 interfacing by incorporating FTDI's Vinculum II VNC2-64 dual-channel USB Host/Slave controller with the capability of interfacing to the growing range of I/O application boards (shields) developed by the Arduino open-source community. The VNC2 combines a 16-bit/48 MHz CPU core, 256KBytes of Flash memory and 16KBytes of SRAM memory and provides support for external UART, FIFO, PWM, GPIO and SPI Slave/Master interfaces.
FTDI offer enhanced range of USB 2.0 to serial UART converter cables
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) today announced the availability of their TTL-232RG family of USB to TTL serial UART converter cables. The TTL-232RG cables build upon the existing FTDI family of USB to TTL cables, by offering new versions to support an extended variety of voltage I/O levels. The cables feature a USB to serial converter PCB encapsulated within a standard type 'A' USB connector with a wire-ended asynchronous UART output. The cables are aimed at providing USB connectivity within applications with serial UART ports. The cables provide a fast and simple method for enabling USB connectivity in such applications, with minimal changes to existing user software.
FTDI launches USB 2.0 module to replace DB9 RS232 connector on legacy boards
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) today announced the availability of the DB9-USB-RS232 range of modules, designed to replace a DB9 based RS232 connector, on an existing board design, with a USB 2.0 connector interface. The modules feature a standard USB 'mini-B' type connector in a module that fits the PCB footprint of a standard 9-pin DB9 connector. The modules are designed to provide a fast and simple method of replacing a DB9 RS232 interface with USB 2.0 connectivity, without the need to change an existing PCB board design.
Vinculum-II VNC2 evaluation modules speeds USB 2.0 Host/ Slave development
Future Technology Devices International (FTDI) announced the launch of a range of VNC2 evaluation modules (V2DIP-x), a VNC2 evaluation kit (V2-EVAL) and a VNC2 debug module. These modules are designed to help designers quickly develop embedded USB 2.0 Host/ Slave designs based on FTDI's recently announced Vinculum VNC2 devices. VNC2 is a user programmable dual USB 2.0 Host/ Slave intelligent SOC controller featuring a customised 16 bit MCU core, 256kByte e-Flash program memory and 16kByte of SRAM data memory. VNC2, and its associated modules, are aimed at designers wishing to add USB connectivity while implementing their own custom application firmware.
Mike Clancy to spearhead Vinculum growth at FTDI
Following the launch of Future Technology Devices International's (FTDI) new Vinculum VNC2 device, the company has appointed Mike Clancy as their Vice President of Sales & Marketing. In this role he will have overall responsible for FTDI's global sales and marketing operations.
Programmable dual USB 2.0 host/slave SOC assists in lowering design component count and reduces costs
Future Technology Devices International (FTDI) today announced the launch of their Vinculum VNC2 user programmable dual USB 2.0 Host/Slave intelligent SOC controller. Building on FTDIs competitive advantage of fully supporting designers and customers by delivering a complete solution, VNC2 enhances the initial member of the Vinculum family, the VNC1L, by reducing the device cost as well as introducing the capability for designers to develop their own application firmware and programme the host controller themselves.
USB powered multi-port serial modules ease connectivity between legacy 'RS' interfaces and USB 2.0 Hi-Speed ports
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) today announced the availability of multi-port variants of its USB powered USB-COM-PLUS family of communication modules. Complementing the previously released single port USB-COM232-PLUS1 module, these new modules are available in RS232 (EIA-232), RS422 (EIA-422) or RS485 (EIA-485) versions. The USB-COM232 modules provide either dual or quad port options. The USB-COM422 and USB-COM485 modules provide dual port capability for the RS422 differential and RS485 multipoint differential interfaces. Single port versions of these interface modules are also available.
USB cables provide RS-422 and RS-485 interface support
Future Technology Devices International (FTDI) has announced the availability of two serial interface converter cables that incorporate transceivers to facilitate connecting RS-422 or RS-485 based peripherals to a PC's USB port. Using FTDI's FT232RQ USB to asynchronous serial interface IC, the USB-RS485-WE converter cable includes an RS-485 transceiver while the USB-RS422-WE cable utilises a RS-422 transceiver. The far end of the 1.8m cables are wire ended (no connector).
Evaluation modules ease integration and development of USB 2.0 High Speed interfaces
Future Technology Devices International (FTDI) has announced the availability of two evaluation modules to support their recently announced FT2232H and FT4232H USB 2.0 High Speed devices, which have the capability of being configured in a variety of industry standard serial or parallel interfaces such as UART or FIFO. The module PCB measures just 36mm (L) x 30mm (W) x 12mm (H –including connector pins). Each module provides access to all the required signals through two 26 way (2 rows, 0.1" pitch) male headers measuring 32.9mm x 5.08mm. The pin length is 6mm.
USB module aids connectivity for RS232-based applications
Future Technology Devices International (FTDI) has announced the USB-COM232-PLUS1 module. The first in its family of USB-COM-PLUS modules, the USB-COM232-PLUS1 is a USB to single channel RS232 level serial UART. The module incorporates FTDI's FT232RQ IC which handles all the USB signalling and USB to UART protocols. The modules provide a fast, simple way to connect devices with a RS232 level serial UART interface ( 9 way standard D-type connector) to USB (type B socket).
BPM Microsystems adds support for Vinculum embedded USB host devices from FTDI
BPM Microsystems, a leading supplier of device programming systems, has announced BPM Microsystem equipment support for Future Technology Devices International's (FTDI) Vinculum VNC1L embedded USB host controller IC.
Single chip Hi-speed USB 2.0 solutions ease serial and parallel interfacing
Future Technology Devices International Limited announced today the availability of their 5th generation of USB to UART/FIFO ICs. The two new devices support the 480 Mb/s USB 2.0 Hi-Speed specification. The FT2232H and FT4232H devices have the capability of being configured in a variety of industry standard serial or parallel interfaces such as UART or FIFO.
FTDI extends operating temperature of Vinculum embedded USB host controller
Future Technology Devices International announces the availability of an extended operating temperature version of its popular embedded USB host controller, Vinculum VNC1L. The device is now specified to operate over the temperature range of -40ºC to + 85º C. With this increased range of operating temperature the VNC1L is now suitable for use in a much wider range of consumer and industrial appliances. In particular, hand-held personal electronics devices such as personal media players, GPS navigation, cellular phones and digital cameras can benefit from VNC1L's embedded USB host capabilities.
USB to RS232 converter cable aids interfacing to legacy applications
Future Technology Devices International Limited announced today the availability of its USB-RS232-WE cable that provides easy interfacing of USB to RS232-based devices. The 1.8m cable has a small PCB encapsulated into the USB connector that contains an FTDI FT232R serial UART IC interface plus a RS232 level shifter to provide true RS232 voltage levels. The integrated electronics also include Tx and Rx LEDs giving a visual indication of traffic on the cable via the transparent USB connector.
USB security dongle from Future Technology Devices
Future Technology Devices International has announced the availability of its USB-Key security device. Using a unique, hard-coded identification number, the device can interface to any USB host or hub to provide application software access control (security dongle) or as part of a more sophisticated key-based physical access control. During manufacture, the USB-Key has a unique FTDIChip-ID number burnt into it. This number is only readable over the USB interface, making it ideal for PC or embedded security developments. The USB-Key, compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 specifications, derives its power from the USB interface and does not require any external supply or battery.
Programmer aids Flash ROM programming
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) has announced the VPROG-1 programmer. Designed specifically to programme FTDI's Vinculum host controller product range including VNC1L-1A and evaluation modules, the programmer allows quick and easy writing of data to the device's Flash ROM.
USB Null Modem cable eases connectivity between PCs
Future Technology Devices International Limited today announced availability of its USB NMC-2.5m USB to USB Null modem cable. Using an approach that was established using legacy RS-232 serial COM ports when the PC industry was in its infancy, the USB NMC-2.5m offers a quick and convenient method of inter-PC communication using USB ports.
FTDI first vendor to release Microsoft certified USB-UART driver for Windows Server 2008
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) has announced the availability of its latest Microsoft certified CDM device driver for all Windows platforms, including Vista SP1 and the newly released Server 2008.
Evaluation board provides complete development platform for Vinculum embedded USB host designs
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) has announced its V-EVAL hardware development platform for Vinculum VNC1L-based embedded USB host designs. Supplied as a complete kit, it includes the V-EVAL development board, power supply, USB A/B cable and a USB gender change for use with USB slave applications. A downloadable human interface class (HID) example project for a PIC, in C language is also available.
FTDI to introduce embedded USB host controller evaluation board at Embedded World 2008
At the 2008 Embedded World event, Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) will unveil a new evaluation board V-Eval-1 for its VNC1L USB host controller IC. The board will provide a convenient and stable development environment in which to prototype Vinculum-based USB host controller designs and comes complete with onboard VNC1L programmer, 5v universal PSU and programming / debug utility software . In addition, FTDI will also present its full line-up of legacy USB to RS232 / RS422 converter ICs, reference designs and USB modules.
ActiveX control enables asymmetric cryptography on FTDI USB ICs
Future Technology Devices International Limited, (FTDI) announces the availability of its ActiveX software control, SafeGuard-IT. Together with the hardware-based FTDIChip-ID feature, the ActiveX control provides a software security dongle capability. Such features are available when used together with FTDI's FT232R USB UART and FT245R USB FIFO ICs.
FTDI strengthens distribution of USB connectivity semiconductor devices in Korea
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) announces it has signed a non-exclusive distribution agreement with Analog World Co. The agreement covers all of FTDI's USB connectivity ICs, including its latest intelligent USB Host bridge device, Vinculum. "We are pleased to be signing this agreement with AWC." comments Steve Huang, Asia Pacific Regional Manager, FTDI. "AWC has an enviable position as a leading professional semiconductor distributor in Korea. They have over 20 years experience distributing and supporting global semiconductor brands. With a focus on embedded semiconductor devices, AWC is an ideal partner to supply our ICs to meet the growing Korean market demand for USB connectivity semiconductor devices."
Parallax selects Vinculum embedded USB host controller for datalogger application
Future Technology Devices International has announced that Parallax Inc has selected FTDI's VNC1L, Vinculum IC for use in a new datalogger design. The Memory Stick Datalogger, now available from Parallax, uses the VNC1L to provide ease of connectivity to USB flash drives. The datalogger module can be used with a variety of Parallax's educational and development systems such as BASIC Stamp, SX or Propeller Microcontroller.
FTDI's virtual COM port drivers gain Microsoft Windows Vista certification
Future Technology Devices International, (FTDI) announces the availability of Microsoft certified device drivers for the Windows Vista operating system. These drivers, having passed the strict Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) testing, are provided with a digitally signed certificate. These unified virtual COM port (VCP) and DLL direct interface (D2XX) drivers are available for FTDI's range of serial to USB ICs, including the popular FT232R, FT232B and FT2232 devices.
Reference design allows rapid USB mass storage interface development
Future Technology Devices International (FTDI) has announced availability of the VF2F2 reference design module for its Vinculum VNC1L embedded USB host controller. The design incorporates a practical firmware application that demonstrates file transfer using the USB mass storage class interface. It permits moving files from a USB device, such as a digital camera, to a USB flash disk. The design could also be used to transfer files between other mass storage class devices such as MP3 players or between two USB flash disks. The module is equipped with two USB type A sockets and four control buttons. An onboard DC-DC converter provides 5V and 3.3V supply from the attached battery pack that holds 2 x AAA cells. Four LEDs provide indication of flash disk enumeration, file copy, power and error conditions.
USB evaluation module provides quick and simple integration into finished products
Future Technology Devices International Limited, (FTDI) has announced the release of its Universal Serial Bus (USB) prototyping module VDIP2. Using its Vinculum VNC1L embedded USB host controller integrated circuit (IC), it is ideal for both the rapid development of VNC1L designs and incorporating into low volume finished products. Supplied to fit a 40 pin DIP header, VDIP2 provides access to all the UART, parallel FIFO and SPI interface pins. The device is equipped with two vertically mounted USB type A sockets.
Parallax strengthens distribution agreement with FTDI Adds Vinculum USB host controller to product line-up
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) announces that Parallax Inc. has expanded its distribution agreement with the addition of the Vinculum Universal Serial Bus (USB) host controller IC to their product portfolio. Vinculum provides USB host capability to microcontroller-based products that previously did not have the hardware resources available. A wide range of consumer, commercial and industrial products can now incorporate USB connectivity with ease. Vinculum provides USB host interface and data transfer, and supports the most popular device classes. When interfacing to flash drives, Vinculum manages the file allocation table (FAT) structure by using a straightforward command set.
Microcontroller USB flash drive interface design simplified by development platform
FTDI announces the availability of the DLP-VLOG, a development platform based on its Vinculum Universal Serial Bus (USB) host controller IC. The platform, configured as a simple data logging application, is designed to read temperature, humidity and voltage data, and store it on the supplied 32MB USB flash drive. A Microchip microcontroller used together with the Vinculum IC serves to illustrate how to provide virtually unlimited data storage to a small microcontroller. The DLP-VLOG provides a complete reference design on which to base new Vinculum development as well as being a starting point for similar logging applications.
