Seoul, April 30, 2015 – Microchip Technology (Korea Representative: Byung-Don Han), a global leader in microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog, and Flash-IP solutions, announced that Audi AG is networking the Audi virtual cockpit system in new TT models using MOST® technology. This system specifically adopts Microchip’s OS81118 MOST150 Intelligent Network Interface Controller (INIC). Supporting performance of 150 Mbps, this controller supports all MOST network data types and provides a High-Speed USB 2.0 interface (PHY/HSIC) for seamless connectivity with the virtual cockpit’s System-on-Chip (SoC) processor.

Since 2001, over 150 million MOST devices have been installed in more than 180 automotive models. Audi AG and numerous other automakers are adopting MOST technology for their vehicle infotainment networks. MOST technology provides high-bandwidth transmission without processor overhead, audio streaming, software downloads, Ethernet packets/Internet Protocol (IP), and synchronous, isochronous control data, while offering proven electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). In particular, this EMC delivers outstanding performance when combined with the optical physics layer applied to the new Audi TT models. The MOST 150 standard simplifies communication system design and significantly reduces MCU software overhead by providing dedicated data channels that support application-specific hardware interfaces. In addition, the ultra-fast startup function allows for immediate access to the multimedia system.

The MOST Corporation standard provides automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers with proven performance and suitable support for the definition and implementation of infotainment systems. This includes standard physical layers and highly reliable techniques for system management and control through superior stability and Quality of Service (QoS). Additionally, the use of MOST technology reduces vehicle body weight, making it easier to meet environmental regulations.

"We are pleased that MOST technology has been adopted again in Audi's new TT car model," said Dan Termer, Vice President of Microchip's Automotive Information Systems business unit. "Audi contributed significantly to the development of Microchip's OS81118 INIC, and the collaboration was successful thanks to the tireless efforts of Audi and Microchip."

More detailed information about Microchip's MOST technology products can be found on the Microchip website (http://www.microchip.com/MOST-042015a).