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LG Electronics Designs Dell's 20inch LCD Monitor Using Techwell's TW9905 Analog Digital Video Decoder

Techwell, Inc. a leading designer of digital video decoding semiconductor solutions for the display, consumer electronics and PC markets, today announced Dell's 2005FPW multimedia monitor is currently shipping using its' TW9905 video decoder. Manufactured by LG Electronics, Inc., a leading consumer electronics manufacturer, this wide-aspect screen (16:10 aspect ratio) is Dell's first entry into large primary-use LCDs.

"We are delighted to be working with Techwell on Dell's 2005FPW. The unparalleled performance and cost benefits of their TW9905 made it an easy selection within the video decoder market," said senior vice president, LG Electronics. "Techwell and LG shared similar success on previous LCD TV projects. We are pleased that the synergy between the two companies paid off again with the rapid production of the 2005FPW multimedia monitor. Techwell provided excellent product support, which allowed for a faster product to market and we look forward to working with them again in the future."

The TW9905 is a high performance, cost effective video decoder that accepts composite, S-Video and component video signals. Part of Techwell's successful TW99xx general-purpose video decoder chip family, the TW9905 is pin to pin compatible with Techwell's flagship TW9903, which has been shipping in volume since 2002. This high quality NTSC/ PAL/SECAM video decoder uses the mixed signal 3.3V CMOS technology to provide a low power integrated solution. In addition it uses a proprietary adaptive 4H comb filter for chroma and luma separation to achieve high video quality.

"We are very proud to have the opportunity to work with the world's leading developers of computer systems and display manufacturing such as Dell Computer Corporation and LG Electronics," said Hiro Kozato, Chief Executive Officer of Techwell. "This design win is another example of Techwell's traction in the emerging flat panel display market, which further solidifies our position as a leading supplier of analog video decoder solutions."

Dell's 2005FPW's 20.1 inch WSXGA multimedia monitor is designed to allow users to see documents and images in greater detail, view spreadsheets and blueprints in their full sizes and position multiple applications and Web pages side-by-side. In addition, Techwell's TW9905 proves to be a critical integrated element as the 2005FPW includes inputs for analog, digital, S-video and composite connections. Picture-in-Picture (PIP) and picture-by-picture (PBP) features allow customers to view video and graphics inputs simultaneously. The Dell 2005FPW is currently available at Dell.com and over the phone at 1800 WWW Dell.

"As LCD monitor price points continue to drop, the technology is becoming more sophisticated and is delivering ever-increasing functionality," said Paul Semenza, Vice President, Display and Consumer Research for the market intelligence firm, iSuppli Corp., El Segundo, Calif. "As volumes in the LCD monitor market continue to increase, it will be critical for manufacturers to integrate analog video decoding to enable monitors to interface with DVD players, camcorders and other peripherals. Monitor manufacturers will be seeking video decoders that are flexible enough to accommodate all analog video signal standards, including composite, S-video, and YpbPr."

Pricing and Availability

The TW9905 is currently available to qualified customers. Production shipments commenced in June 2004. Aggressively priced the TW9905 offers a low cost solution at US $4.00 in quantities of 10KU. The device is manufactured on a .35 micron process at TSMC, Taiwan, and utilizes an option for 100 pin LQFP or PQFP package.

About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics, Inc. (Korea Stock Exchange: 06657.KS) was established in 1958 as the pioneer in the Korean consumer electronics market. The company is a major global force in electronics and information and communications products with more than 64,000 employees working in 75 overseas subsidiaries and marketing units around the world. With annual total revenues of more than US $29.9 billion (consolidated), LG Electronics comprises three main business companies: Digital Display & Media, Digital Appliances, Telecommunication Equipment & Handset. LG Electronics' goal is to enable the intelligent networking of digital products that will make consumers' lives better than ever. For more information, please visit www.lge.com

About Techwell

Techwell designs and sells mixed signal video semiconductor solutions to the consumer, industrial and automotive markets. The company's products enable the conversion of analog video sources to digital form and facilitate the display, storage and transport of digital video, HDTV, and personal computer display information. Headquartered in San Jose, CA, Techwell currently has over 50 employees in the U.S., Korea, and Taiwan. www.techwellinc.com