Tech Primer
Car Infotainment systems have become a very important part of a vehicle. A car Infotainment system includes multiple functions, such as Vehicle status, TV, CD/DVD, GPS (Global Position System), video imaging and Bluetooth for mobile phone support. TV and CD/DVD allows passengers to be entertained while on the move. GPS aids the driver in reaching their desired destination, with the some systems adjusting for real time traffic conditions. Inclusion of cameras allows drivers improved visibility around he periphery of the vehicle and can improve safety when manoeuvring or pulling out into traffic.
There are many companies who manufacture components to support such systems, such as ADI, TI, Freescale, NXP, and Renesas. Other semiconductor manufacturers like Maxim and ST also cn provide devices for inclusion in Infotainment systems.
Other Resources
- Beyond DVD: Is the next home entertainment center the car?
- Model-based design fine-tunes automotive video safety systems
- 8-input, 6-output video switch targets automotive and industrial apps
- Implement streaming multimedia codecs for infotainment on DSPs
- On-board SoC data processing accelerates auto safety applications
- Personal navigation devices 'explode' in the automotive market
- Tech trends: In-car navigation goes beyond getting from point A to point B
- GPS reference design supports advanced functionality
- Car audio
- The future of audio entertainment in the car: Part 1
- The future of audio entertainment in the car: Part 2
- Connectivity drives car audio technology
- Mixed-signal ICs take the home audio experience on the road
- Make the best use of Class D amps in your car audio subsystem design
- Automotive Navigation Systems
- Rear-Seat Entertainment