MCNEX launched the industry's first automotive-grade QHD front-and-rear cameras over unshielded cables and connectors using Valens Semiconductor’s VA7000 A-PHY chipsets, enabling OEMs to reduce wiring harness costs while maintaining high-resolution imaging for ADAS applications. MCNEX also introduced a 4K rear camera based on the same chipsets, which are in mass production with first OEM vehicle production expected in early 2027.
Key takeaways
MCNEX and Valens announced joint development of QHD (2560×1440) front and rear automotive cameras over UTP or low-cost Coax using VA7000 A-PHY chipsets.
Cameras enable OEMs to reduce wiring harness cost and complexity for ADAS and autonomous applications.
MCNEX released a 4K, 60fps rear view camera over shielded cabling based on VA7000.
VA7000 chipsets are in mass production with first OEM vehicle Start of Production (SoP) expected in early 2027.
Collaboration leverages MIPI A-PHY standard for multi-gigabit performance over simple cables.