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FRAM [All Products Catalog]

FRAM [All Products Catalog]

FRAM [All Products Catalog]

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Overview: The document provides an in-depth analysis of Fujitsu's System Memory Solution, focusing on FCRAM (Fast Cycle RAM) technology. It covers specifications, applications, and benefits of Consumer and Mobile FCRAM products, highlighting their integration with DDR2 SDRAM for consistent data transfer performance.
Specifications: FCRAM is a unique RAM core architecture developed by Fujitsu, designed for low power consumption and high performance. It is available in two main product families: Consumer FCRAM, suitable for digital consumer electronics like digital TVs and camcorders, and Mobile FCRAM, used in mobile applications such as cellular phones. FCRAM replaces conventional SRAM with a low power SRAM interface, offering larger density and lower cost, supporting page mode and synchronous burst mode for high-speed operations.
Consumer FCRAM: This variant is a Low Power SDR/DDR SDRAM optimized for high-speed data processing in digital consumer electronics. It supports a wide data bandwidth and operates at a maximum temperature of 125°C, making it ideal for SiP (System in Package) solutions. It efficiently handles high-definition video data while maintaining low power consumption.
Mobile FCRAM: Known for its Pseudo SRAM interface, Mobile FCRAM is designed for mobile applications requiring low power and high reliability. It offers features like asynchronous operation and refresh-free functionality, with densities of 32Mbit and 128Mbit. It is particularly suited for smartphones, PDAs, portable media players, and portable games, with over 500 million units shipped since 2000.
SiP Solutions: Fujitsu's SiP solutions integrate FCRAM with logic devices to reduce mounting space and costs. The document emphasizes the thermal management benefits of using 125°C-rated FCRAM in SiP configurations, eliminating the need for heat sinks.
Technical Support and Eco-Friendly Initiatives: Fujitsu provides technical support tools, including simulation models and evaluation boards, to assist in product development. FCRAM is recognized as a "Green Product" due to its low power consumption and reduced CO2 emissions, contributing to environmental sustainability.
Market Impact: FCRAM solutions were applied to approximately 20% of digital TVs shipped worldwide in 2009, demonstrating significant market penetration.
Environmental Impact: The use of FCRAM results in a significant reduction in material usage, with an approximate 54% reduction in K-ton usage compared to traditional solutions.
Conclusion: Fujitsu's FCRAM technology offers a robust solution for both consumer and mobile applications, providing high performance, low power consumption, and effective thermal management. It supports a wide range of applications and contributes to environmental sustainability.
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TM FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR LIMITED Nomura Fudosan Shin-yokohama Bldg. 10-23, Shin-yokohama 2-Chome, Kohoku-ku Yokohama Kanagawa 222-0033, Japan Tel: +81-45-415-5858 http://jp.fujitsu.com/fsl/en/ Fujitsu System Memory Solution For further information please contact: North and South America FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR AMERICA, INC. 1250 E. Arques Avenue, M/S 333 Sunnyvale, CA 94085-5401, U.S.A. Tel: +1-408-737-5600 Fax: +1-408-737-5999 http://us.fujitsu.com/micro/ Asia Pacific FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA PTE. LTD. 151 Lorong Chuan, #05-08 New Tech Park 556741 Singapore Tel : +65-6281-0770 Fax : +65-6281-0220 http://www.fujitsu.com/sg/services/micro/semiconductor/ Europe FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR EUROPE GmbH Pittlerstrasse 47, 63225 Langen, Germany Tel: +49-6103-690-0 Fax: +49-6103-690-122 http://emea.fujitsu.com/semiconductor/ FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR SHANGHAI CO., LTD. Rm. 3102, Bund Center, No.222 Yan An Road (E), Shanghai 200002, China Tel : +86-21-6146-3688 Fax : +86-21-6335-1605 http://cn.fujitsu.com/fmc/ Korea FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR KOREA LTD. 206 Kosmo Tower Building, 1002 Daechi-Dong, Gangnam-Gu, Seoul 135-280, Republic of Korea Tel: +82-2-3484-7100 Fax: +82-2-3484-7111 http://kr.fujitsu.com/fmk/ FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR PACIFIC ASIA LTD. 10/F., World Commerce Centre, 11 Canton Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel : +852-2377-0226 Fax : +852-2376-3269 http://cn.fujitsu.com/fmc/en/ Specifications are subject to change without notice. For further information please contact each office. All Rights Reserved. The contents of this document are subject to change without notice. Customers are advised to consult with sales representatives before ordering. The information, such as descriptions of function and application circuit examples, in this document are presented solely for the purpose of reference to show examples of operations and uses of FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR device; FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR does not warrant proper operation of the device with respect to use based on such information. When you develop equipment incorporating the device based on such information, you must assume any responsibility arising out of such use of the information. FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR assumes no liability for any damages whatsoever arising out of the use of the information. Any information in this document, including descriptions of function and schematic diagrams, shall not be construed as license of the use or exercise of any intellectual property right, such as patent right or copyright, or any other right of FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR or any third party or does FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR warrant non-infringement of any third-party's intellectual property right or other right by using such information. FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR assumes no liability for any infringement of the intellectual property rights or other rights of third parties which would result from the use of information contained herein. The products described in this document are designed, developed and manufactured as contemplated for general use, including without limitation, ordinary industrial use, general office use, personal use, and household use, but are not designed, developed and manufactured as contemplated (1) for use accompanying fatal risks or dangers that, unless extremely high safety is secured, could have a serious effect to the public, and could lead directly to death, personal injury, severe physical damage or other loss (i.e., nuclear reaction control in nuclear facility, aircraft flight control, air traffic control, mass transport control, medical life support system, missile launch control in weapon system), or (2) for use requiring extremely high reliability (i.e., submersible repeater and artificial satellite). Please note that FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR will not be liable against you and/or any third party for any claims or damages arising in connection with above-mentioned uses of the products. Any semiconductor devices have an inherent chance of failure. You must protect against injury, damage or loss from such failures by incorporating safety design measures into your facility and equipment such as redundancy, fire protection, and prevention of overcurrent levels and other abnormal operating conditions. Exportation/release of any products described in this document may require necessary procedures in accordance with the regulations of the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Control Law of Japan and/or US export control laws. The company names and brand names herein are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. © 2007-2010 FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR LIMITED Printed in Japan AD05-00029-5E July, 2010 Edited: Sales Promotion Department 2010.7 FUJITSU SEMICONDUCTOR

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FCRAM TM System Memory Solution FCRAM™ provides the best low-power memory solution for digital consumer electronics and mobile applications. What is FCRAM ? ■ Acronym for Fast Cycle RAM ■ Fujitsu’s unique RAM core architecture FCRAM (Fast Cycle RAM) enables high-speed data transfer with low power consumption. The two product families are Consumer FCRAM, which has a Low Power SDRAM interface, and Mobile FCRAM, which has a Pseudo SRAM (PSRAM) interface. Consumer FCRAM is suitable for digital TVs and digital video cameras that require high-speed data transfer for display and video processing. Consumer...

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FCRAM TM System Memory Solution Consumer FCRAM (Low Power SDRAM) 125°C-Rated Memory for SiP Consumer FCRAM is the world’s first Low Power DDR SDRAM that enables 125° C operation. By extending the operating temperature up to 125° C, the FCRAM can be used for a SiP together with a high-power-consumption SoC without heat dispersers. The SiP solution can be used for high-performance consumer electronics such as digital televisions and camcorders. Consumer FCRAM is a Low Power SDR/DDR SDRAM suitable for digital consumer electronics (such as digital televisions and camcorders) that require multiple...

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FCRAM TM System Memory Solution Mobile FCRAM (Pseudo SRAM) Technical Support Tool/FCRAM Evaluation Board Mobile FCRAM is the PSRAM (Pseudo SRAM) developed for cellular phones. Fujitsu, one of major suppliers of PSRAM has shipped more than 500 million units since 2000. Technical support tools such as simulation models for memory verification and an FCRAM evaluation board (for Consumer FCRAM) help customers develop products. Mobile FCRAM supports page mode and synchronous burst mode for high-speed read and write operation with low power consumption. Since FCRAM has a Low Power SRAM interface, it...

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