MCNEX and Valens Semiconductor have teamed up to create a new line of high-resolution front and rear cameras for cars. These vehicle cameras provide QHD (2560×1440) video using low-cost, simple cables like unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or coaxial cables, powered by Valens' VA7000 A-PHY chipsets. This new technology allows car manufacturers to cut down on the cost and complexity of wiring while still maintaining high image quality for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and self-driving car features.
Using unshielded cables and connectors makes it easier for car makers, especially for cameras inside the car, like front and rearview cameras. Valens' VA7000 chipsets provide fast data transfer speeds over these simple cables, making them perfect for next-generation camera systems in affordable, high-volume cars.
MCNEX is releasing a new 4K rearview camera that works over shielded cables, also powered by the VA7000 chipset. These chipsets are already in mass production, and the first cars with this technology are expected to hit the market in early 2027.
MCNEX is a well-known global supplier of automotive camera modules, creating advanced camera systems for ADAS and autonomous driving, working with major car manufacturers and suppliers worldwide. They are recognized for their expertise in optical design, image processing, and automotive-grade production.
Executive Statement
According to Young Hyun Jeong, VP, Automotive BU at MCNEX, MCNEX has a long history of delivering advanced imaging solutions to leading global automakers, and these new cameras are a natural next step in that journey. By combining our camera expertise with Valens Semiconductor's VA7000 chipsets, they are giving OEMs strong options for front- and rear-facing cameras, and they are looking forward to sharing these solutions with their OEM customers and partners.