JDS Uniphase Extends Its High-Definition Display Business with Acquisition of Advanced Digital Optics

8/3/2004, JDS Uniphase announced the acquisition of Advanced Digital Optics, Inc (ADO) for approximately $12 million in cash.
By acquiring ADO, JDS Uniphase extends its capabilities in the design and manufacture of microdisplay light engines that deliver leading performance and image quality for the high definition television market. The acquisition follows the successful collaboration between the two companies in developing the UltreX and DefiniTV light engines for the fast growing, large-screen segment of this market. ADO employees will join JDS Uniphase in its Santa Rosa facility.