Press Release
PR2020158

Socionext Unveils New HDMI Module “cecTalker”
Designed to Integrate HDMI-equipped Devices, Enabling New Functionalities
Yokohama, August 3, 2020 --- Socionext Inc. today announced its unique new “cecTalker”(pronounced “C-E-C-Talker”), an HDMI module equipped with Socionext’s HDMI controller IC.
The new cecTalker is capable of connecting, controlling and linking devices that have HDMI
terminals, such as audio and video equipment. The company has started shipping samples fordevice and equipment manufacturers.
cecTalker utilizes CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), a communication standard of HDMI,and enables devices connected through HDMI cables to perform new operations. Built on thecompany’s expertise in HDMI technology, cecTalker allows users to easily integrate HDMIcompliant devices, even if they originated from different manufacturers and without thestandard linkage functionalities. In addition to PCs, cecTalker supports development platforms
such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino and SPRESENSE, making it easy for customers to work in theirmost familiar environments. cecTalker will be certified to the HDMI standard and can be usedeither in standalone mode or built into other products with added features and applications.
Integration and use can be done effortlessly, from proof-of-concept and prototyping to volume
production. Applications include connecting audio and video equipment with smart appliances,building home IoT systems, and utilization with video streaming services, medical imaging andindustrial applications, among many others.
The current lineup of cecTalker includes the "HDMI” model with HDMI input and output
terminals, and the "V-by-One” model with the added V-by-One and HDMI conversion
functionality. Both models are currently being delivered as samples. Volume production andshipping are scheduled to start in January 2021.

“cecTalker” HDMI Model“cecTalker” V-by-One Model

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cecTalker specifications"cecTalker"
HDMI model [Black]

Product name•••PurposePrototype
Development
Mass production"cecTalker"
V-by-One model [White]•••

Prototype
TestingDevelopment•
CEC transmission function
CEC reception function•(requires development costs)
3-to-1 HDMI input selection•function
2K/4K low-latency super•
resolution function

HDMI-to-V-by-One
conversion function
V-by-One-to-HDMI
conversion function
4-to-1 HDMI input selection
function
2K/4K low-latency superresolution function

Rx

3 ports (Connector: Type-A)

4 ports (Connector: Type-D)Tx

1 port (Connector: Type-A)

1 port (Connector: Type-A)

CEC

Standard

Support for customization

ARC

Support for customization

-Rx

-

1port

Tx

-

1port

I2S

Rx/Tx

Support for customization

2 ports (for Raspberry Piand a sub-board)

UART

Rx/Tx

2 ports (for Raspberry Piand SPRESENSE) *1

2 ports (for Raspberry Pi
and a sub-board) *2

5V/1A (Connector: USBmicro-B) *3

5V/1.5A (Connector: USBType-C)•••

Function•HDMIInterface
V-byOnePower supply*1SPRESENSE or Raspberry Pi Exclusive*2

Main or Sub Exclusive*3

2.0A in case of SPRESENSE stacking“cecTalker” product pagehttps://www.socionext.com/en/products/assp/cecTalker/

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About Socionext
Socionext is a global, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and delivers System-on-Chip solutions tocustomers worldwide. The company is focused on technologies that drive today’s leading-edge applications inconsumer, automotive and industrial markets. Socionext combines world-class expertise, experience, and an
extensive IP portfolio to provide exceptional solutions and ensure a better quality of experience for customers.
Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United Statesand Europe to lead its product development and sales activities. For more information, visit
www.socionext.com.
All company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners. Information provided in this press release is accurate at time of publication and is subject to change
without advance notice

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