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Signetics
Preface
Programmable Logic Devices
The 1990 Philips Components-Signetics PLD Data Handbook is loaded with information
on new parts. Using the fastest technologies in the most innovative architectures,
today's system designer can pick from the largest selection of PLDs in the industry.
Some highlights of this handbook include the fastest silicon PLDs available (PHD16NS
and PHD4SN22}-at 5 nanoseconds! These devices make ideal decoders to squeeze
maximum performance from powerful microprocessors.
Designers using DRAM, VRAM and graphics will appreciate the speed and power of
the new line of sequencers which include the PLC415, PLC42VA12, PLUS405 and
PLUS1 05. These sequencers also make innovative bus and LAN controllers for emerging
standard protocols. At last, the logical power of dual programmable arrays comes
forth in the PLUS 153 and PLUS173 devices-at 10 nanosecond propagation delays.
The PLC1SVSZ is the only zero power 2Q--pin device which can replace 16VS's! And
finally, our-7 and D speed PAL-type devices are the industry's fastest. For maximum
density in a truly compact system, the Programmable Macro Logic family now boasts
four members-the PML2552 and PLHS601 are added to the original PLHS501 and
PLHS502. The PML2552 is the PLD industry's first dense device to implement SCAN
test.
To complement the devices, AMAZE design software is offered through our Sales
Offices (see Section 11) and SNAP software is available for high level support. Read
about them under Product Support.
Expanding customer service has been an ongoing effort. Our Applications staff is available
to answer your technical questions on PLD designs and our free computer Bulletin
Board, with 24-hour service, is at (SOO}451-6644.
New PLD users are encouraged to read the Introduction and ANS for an overview of
PLD ideas. More seasoned PLD users are encouraged to go through the PLD applications
and PML applications atthe end olthe handbook to gain understanding and ideas
for new designs.
January 1990
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