O2Micro Receives Patent for Open Lamp Detection Invention
February 19, 2008. O2Micro® International Limited (NASDAQ®: OIIM; SEHK: 0457), a leading supplier of innovative power management and security components and systems, was issued 14 claims under United States patent number 7,253,569 for its External Electrode Fluorescent Lamp (EEFL) Open Lamp Detection invention.
O2Micro's patented Open Lamp Detection is implemented by detecting and controlling EEFL's operational voltage in the case of an open or broken lamp. This methodology overcomes lamp detection difficulties that can arise with multiple EEFLs connected in parallel. Applications include LCD panel backlight systems.
Dr. Yung Lin, executive vice president, O2Micro, commented, "EEFL is another backlight technology used for large LCD panel applications. This patent provides the system designer with a cost effective, reliable method to detect open or damaged lamps to protect the LCD backlight system."
About O2Micro
Founded in April 1995, O2Micro develops and markets innovative power management, and security components and systems for the Computer, Consumer, Industrial, and Communications markets. Products include Intelligent Lighting, Battery Management, Power Management, SmartCardBus® and Security products, such as VPN/Firewall system solutions.
O2Micro International maintains an extensive portfolio of intellectual property with 8,594 patent claims granted, and over 9,000 more pending. The company maintains offices worldwide. Additional company and product information can be found on the company website at www.o2micro.com.
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Contact Information:
Gary E. Abbott
Director of Investor Relations, O2Micro
Phone: 408.987.5920. x8888
Email: gary.abbott@o2micro.com
