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National Semiconductor Celebrated 50 Years of Industry Leadership and Launched Sixth Decade Focused on Energy

May 27, 2009 - Today, National Semiconductor Corp. is celebrating its 50th anniversary. National’s story is one intricately woven into the history of the high-tech industry. When the company was founded, computers were the size of buildings, telephones were wired to walls, televisions were boxes filled with tubes and humans had not yet left the earth’s atmosphere. National’s many technological innovations have shaped the industry and left their mark on the world.

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National Semiconductor Delivers Industry’s Best Linearity Performance with New High-Speed, 16-Bit ADC and DVGA

November 11, 2008 - The ADC16V130, a 16-bit ADC and LMH6517, a digital-controlled variable gain amplifier from National Semiconductor deliver the industry’s best linearity performance and lowest power to enable a new class of multi-carrier GSM and multi-carrier, multi-standard wireless base station receivers.

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National Semiconductor Introduces Industry's Highest-Performance, 10-Bit, 1 GSPS Signal Path Solution

November 5, 2008 - National Semiconductor's LMH6554, a 2.5 GHz fully differential amplifier and ADC10D1000, a 10-bit, 2 GSPS single/1 GSPS dual ADC deliver unequaled dynamic system-level performance and low power for wideband applications, including ground-based radar, data acquisition systems, point-to-point base stations and next-generation set-top boxes.

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National Semiconductor Introduces Industry’s First Online Tool for Developing Sensor Signal Path Solutions

September 22, 2008 - National Semiconductor's WEBENCH® Sensor Designer tool enables engineers to quickly move from concept to simulation to prototyping of common sensor solutions used in medical, industrial and high-end consumer products. The tool significantly reduces design time and cost by configuring a complete sensor signal path solution with just a few keystrokes.

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National Semiconductor Delivers Industry's First High-Speed, Continuous-Time Sigma-Delta Analog-to-Digital Converter

January 28, 2008 - National Semiconductor's PowerWise ADC12EU050 consumes 30 percent less power than competitive analog-to-digital converters. It is the industry's first high-speed continuous-time sigma-delta ADC.

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National Semiconductor Delivers Industry's First High-Speed, Continuous-Time Sigma-Delta Analog-to-Digital Converter

January 28, 2008 - National Semiconductor's innovative continuous-time sigma-delta ADC architecture enables the ADC12EU050 to consume 30 percent less power than competitive analog-to-digital converters.

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National Semiconductor’s New 12-Bit ADCs for WiMAX Provide the Industry’s Highest SFDR of 84.1 dB at 250 MHz Input Frequency

August 20, 2007 - National Semiconductor's new 12- and 14-bit ADCs enable new architectures with decreased component count and increased power efficiency for wireless infrastructure applications.

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National Semiconductor Introduces Industry’s Lowest-Power, Radiation-Tolerant, 8-bit, 1 GSPS ADC for Satellite Applications

January 29, 2007 - The ADC08D1000WG-QV is the industry's lowest-power, 8-bit, 1 giga-samples per second (GSPS) dual CMOS analog-to-digital converter qualified for use in broadband and high-speed communications satellite applications.

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National Semiconductor Debuts Industry’s Fastest, 3-Channel, 16-bit Analog Front End with CCD Timing Generator, Serial LVDS Outputs

October 30, 2006 - A new three-channel, 16-bit analog front end (AFE) from National Semiconductor dramatically improves the performance of multi-function peripherals (MFPs) targeted to small office environments, allowing color copying speeds exceeding 40 pages per minute. Operating up to 45 MHz, the LM98714 is the first AFE to integrate a programmable timing generator for charge-coupled devices (CCD) or contact image sensors (CIS) as well as serial low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS) outputs.

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National Semiconductor Unveils Industry’s First 14-bit, Dual, 105 MSPS ADC with Serial LVDS Outputs

September 26, 2006 - National Semiconductor unveiled the industry's first 14-bit, dual, 1 GHz-input bandwidth analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with serial low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS) outputs for demanding communications, test and measurement, and imaging applications. At 105 mega-samples per second (MSPS), the ADC14DS105 heads a new family of 16 high-bandwidth, 12- and 14-bit ADCs.

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National Semiconductor Sets New Performance Standard with Ultra-High-Speed Analog-to-Digital Converters

June 5, 2006 - National's ADC082500, ADC083000 and ADC08B3000, ultra-high-speed analog-to-digital converters (ADCs), are the latest members of National's family of gigahertz-speed ADCs. The single ADC083000 operates at 3 GSPS and can be interleaved in a pair for 6 GSPS data capture without any additional clock adjustment circuitry. A full-power input bandwidth of 3 GHz, superior dynamic performance and low power consumption of 1.8W complete the list of the ADC083000's best-in-class features.

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National Semiconductor Introduces Ultra-Low-Power Digital-to-Analog Converter Family

May 31, 2006 - National Semiconductor has expanded its portfolio of ultra-low-power digital-to-analog converters with the addition of six new 2- and 4-channel DACs. These DACs, in small packages, provide seamless upgradeability for easy migration across resolutions and channels.

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National Semiconductor’s High-Speed 14-bit ADC Offers Industry's Highest Full-Power Bandwidth

May 23, 2006 - National Semiconductor Corporation's ADC14155 is a 14-bit, 155 mega-sample per second (MSPS) analog-to-digital converter (ADC) that offers an industry-leading full-power bandwidth of 1.1 GHz. The ADC14155 is well-suited for all applications where high-bandwidth ADCs with excellent dynamic performance are required, such as 3G wireless base stations and test equipment.

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High-Performance Platform from National Semiconductor and Xilinx Accelerates Design of Gigahertz-Speed Data Acquisition Systems

November 7, 2005 - This integrated development platform from National Semiconductor Corporation and Xilinx Inc. accelerates the design of complex, gigahertz-speed communications and test and measurement systems. The platform includes the popular Xilinx Virtex 4 FPGA and the ADC08D1500, National Semiconductor’s best-in-class, low-power, 3 Giga-sample per second (GSPS) analog-to-digital converter (ADC). The board is also available with any of the other converters from National’s gigahertz-speed ADC family.

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National Semiconductor Introduces 3 Giga-sample ADC

September 26, 2005 - National's low-power family of gigahertz-speed ADCs includes the dual ADC08D500, ADC08D1000 and ADC08D1500, as well as the single ADC081000 and ADC081500.

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National Semiconductor Introduces 3 Giga-sample ADC

September 26, 2005 - National's low-power family of gigahertz-speed ADCs includes the dual ADC08D500, ADC08D1000 and ADC08D1500, as well as the single ADC081000 and ADC081500.

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National Semiconductor Introduces New Family of DACs for Signal-Path, Portable Industrial and Consumer Applications

July 11, 2005 - The DAC121S101, DAC101S101 and DAC081S101 are pin- and function-compatible digital-to-analog converters (DACs) for signal-path, and portable industrial and consumer applications.

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National Semiconductor's WEBENCH® Signal-Path Designer toolset provides engineers with an easy-to-use tool to select, design and evaluate critical data converter and amplifier/filter components and circuits.

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National Semiconductor's WEBENCH® Signal-Path Designer tool offers an intuitive, step-by-step guide to balance the resolution, speed and power consumption of a performance-matched ADC with the ideal filters, passive components and amplifier to create the optimal performance ADC/amplifier circuit.  The tool also provides filter simulations for both the ideal and device models for comparison purposes.

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National Semiconductor's WEBENCH® Signal-Path Designer toolset provides engineers with an easy-to-use tool to select, design and evaluate critical data converter and amplifier/filter components and circuits. The tool offers an intuitive, step-by-step guide to balance the resolution, speed and power consumption of an ADC with the ideal filters, passive components and amplifier to create a bill of materials for the optimal performance ADC/amplifier circuit.

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National Semiconductor Introduces New Family of 36 ADCs with Guaranteed Performance Across Speeds from 50 KSPS to 1 MSPS

April 4, 2005 - National's family of 36 general-purpose ADCs feature 8-, 10- and 12-bit products with guaranteed performance across speed ranges of 50 to 200 KSPS, 200 to 500 KSPS, and 500 KSPS to 1 MSPS.  The ADCs are also pin- and function-compatible, which allows customers to move from 8 to 12 bits and across the three speed ranges without having to modify their boards.

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National’s Latest Differential Amplifiers Drive New 12-Bit, 65 MSPS ADCs for Excellent Signal Conditioning and Acquisition

March 28, 2005 - National Semiconductor's two high-speed, low-distortion differential amplifiers and two high-speed, low-power, 12-bit analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) form a high-performance, high-fidelity and low-power signal-path solution. The analog signal path is the heart of demanding applications such as ultrasound imaging and communications systems. National's LMH6550 and LMH6551 amplifiers are optimized for driving high-speed ADCs such as the 12-bit ADC12DL040 and ADC12DL065.

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New Gigahertz-Speed Dual Analog-to-Digital Converter from National Semiconductor Offers Industry’s Highest Performance at the Lowest Power Consumption

September 16, 2004 - National Semiconductor's new dual high-performance CMOS analog-to-digital converter (ADC), the ADC08D1000, consumes significantly less power than competitive products while providing the gigahertz speeds necessary for reliable measurements of high-frequency signals. It is designed specifically for applications such as digital oscilloscopes, automated test equipment (ATE), base stations, satellites and communications systems requiring direct I/Q down-conversion.

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National Semiconductor Reaches Gigahertz Range with the Industry’s Lowest Power High-Speed Analog-to-Digital Converter

February 17, 2004 - National Semiconductor reaches the Gigahertz range with a high-speed ADC that offers the industry’s lowest power comsumption for a Gigahertz speed ADC. The ADC81000, National’s fastest 8-bit ADC, has a Nyquist sampling frequency that exceeds 1.6 GSPS while consuming just 1.15W of power.

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National Semiconductor Introduces Five New 10- and 12-Bit High-Speed Analog-to-Digital Converters with Industry-Leading Low Power Consumption

November 3, 2003 - National Semiconductor strengthened its portfolio of high-speed analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) by introducing five new 10- and 12-bit converters that feature the industry’s lowest power consumption and deliver excellent dynamic performance.

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National Semiconductor Introduces New Industry Leaders in the Low-Power Arena with the Arrival of Two High-Speed A/D Converters

June 10, 2002 - National's 8-bit 60MSPS ADC08L060 and 12-bit dual 40MSPS ADC12D040 are the lowest-power 8- and 12-bit ADCs in the industry. The ADC08L060 is well suited for digital communications, portable test equipment, camcorders and portable ultrasound imaging. The ADC12D040 is designed for medical ultrasound imaging, television broadcast cameras, wireless local loops and digital communications.

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National Semiconductor Targets the Communications Market with the Introduction of Three New High-Speed A/D Converters

December 4, 2001 - The ADC10D020, ADC12L063 and ADC12L066 are three high-speed analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) that address the demands of communications applications such as high bandwidth, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and spurious free dynamic range (SFDR). With their high speed, high bandwidth and low power consumption, these products are optimized for applications in cellular base stations, wireless modems, set top boxes and ultrasound imaging equipment.

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National Semiconductor Introduces Three New 8, 10 and 12-Bit High-Speed, High-Performance A/D Converters Optimized for Communications and Imaging

June 11, 2001 - The ADC10D040, ADC12040 and the ADC08200 are three industry-leading low-power, high-speed analog-to-digital converters (ADCs). With the combination of high speed and low power, these products are ideal for communications and imaging applications.

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National Semiconductor Expands Imaging Portfolio With First In A Series Of High-Performance, Low-Power Cmos Imaging Sensors

September 25, 2000 - The LM9627 (color and LM9617 monochrome) CMOS imaging chips, with integrated 12-bit ADCs, are capable of capturing still or full-motion video images up to 30 frames per second and converting them to a digital data stream.

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National Semiconductor Announces Ultra-Small Digital Temperature Sensor For Small Cellular Handset Market

September 11, 2000 - The LM70 is a digital temperature sensor housed in a proprietary new chip-scale, leadless package.

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National Semiconductor Houses 8-Bit A To D Converters In Ultra-Small Proprietary Leadless Leadframe Package (LLP) For High Density Portable Designs

September 11, 2000 - The ADC08351 and ADC1175-50 are a pair of 8-bit ADCs (analog to digital converters) in a proprietary new chip-scale, leadless package design.

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National Semiconductor Announces First 42-Bit, Fully USB-Compliant Scanner-On-A-Chip

August 7, 2000 - The LM9832 is a second-generation scanner-on-a-chip for color image and document scanners.

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National Semiconductor Announces 8-Bit ADC With Flat SINAD (47dB) Over The Range Of 20MSPS To 100MSPS

July 26, 2000 - The ADC08100 is an 8-bit ADC (analog-to-digital converter) featuring no SINAD (Signal to Noise and Distortion) degradation throughout a frequency range from 20MSPS to 100MSPS.

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National Semiconductor Enters Digital Imaging Market With Analog Front End Solution For Still And Video Cameras

March 21, 2000 - The LM98501 analog front end solution, makes its entry into the markets for digital still and video cameras and digital industrial imaging.

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National Semiconductor Announces First 14-Bit, 52MSPS A/D Converter Available In Volume Production

April 26, 1999 - Operating at 52MSPS, the CLC5958 offers superior receiver sensitivity with spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR) of 90dB and a signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of 70dB at 20MHz.

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National Semiconductor Announces Industry's First Complete Scanner-on-a-Chip

November 30, 1998 - A color scanner on a single chip. Code-named "Merlin" National Semiconductor's LM9830 is a complete system on a chip that's four times faster than previous solutions, with superior image quality.

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Systems-on-a-chip from National such as the "Merlin" color scanner on a chip replaces a handful of ICs with a highly integrated high performance single chip solution.

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National Semiconductor's new "Merlin" scanner-on-a-chip (on finger) performs all the functions that were previously handled by large, bulky printed circuit boards using as many as 40 ICs.

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