1/4-Inch VGA CMOS Active-Pixel
Digital Image Sensor
Simple Designs with an All-in-One Imager for Automotive Applications
Automotive makers are incorporating cutting-
edge features for safety, security, and convenience
in their car and commercial vehicle designs—high-
tech applications that are driven by CMOS image
sensors. Micron, the recognized leader in the CMOS
image sensor industry, offers several high-speed,
high-performance imagers designed specifically to
meet the requirements of the demanding automo-
tive environment. In cars and commercial vehicles,
the MT9V125 can provide protection by enabling
biometric security and providing content theft iden-
tification. It can increase drivers’ awareness of their
surroundings by displaying what’s happening next
to the vehicle, behind it, or in the back seat.
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Sophisticated but Simple
The MT9V125 incorporates sophisticated camera
functions on-chip and is programmable through
a simple two-wire serial interface. Its three dedi-
Blind spot, parking assistance
Rear-view, side-view video
Passenger viewing
Mirror replacement/assistance
Vehicle and contents theft identification
Biometric identification/security
Accident reconstruction
cated control pins, left/right image mirroring, and
LVDS on/off reduce the need for additional chips for
power setup. NTSC- and PAL-formatted outputs are
integrated on the device, and its flexible signal path
supports a wide variety of system architectures.
Because the sensor does not require an encoder
chip for formatting, this lowers the bill of materials
(BOM) and dramatically reduces costs.
Dependable in Severe Conditions
Electronic components used in the automotive envi-
ronment need to perform under rigorous operating
conditions. Bright or dark, hot or cold, the MT9V125
can output full-color video at VGA-quality resolu-
tion (640H x 480V). In fact, the part excels under
extreme conditions, with an operating temperature
range of -40˚C to +105˚C and a minimum detectable
light level of <2.5 lux.
Added Value
In addition to a complete line of high-performance
CMOS image sensors, Micron also manufactures
industrial temperature DRAM and NAND Flash for
automotive applications. For more information
about the MT9V125, as well as our other industrial
temperature products, call us at 208-368-3900 or
visit us on the Web at www.micron.com.
MT9V125