Date: 11/01/2010

Low cost HD client STB SoC solution from Broadcom

Broadcom has released the BCM7408, a new low cost high definition (HD) client set-top box (STB) system-on-a-chip (SoC) solution. Along with a media server or IP gateway solution, the BCM7408 client SoC solution can be used to build home connected entertainment services such as multi-room HD DVR, and IP video applications.

The key features of the BCM7408 client SoC solution are,

Comprehensive software support that includes RVU Alliance's remote user interface (RUI) technology, CEA-2014 RUI client, OpenCable Application Platform (OCAP), and Adobe Flash Platform for the Digital Home.
Integrated Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) technology support enables consumers to locate and enjoy digital content anywhere on their home network.
Integrated dynamic and high efficient power management controllers that are capable of managing and shutting down unused system components in real-time.
Single 16 bit DDR2/3 capability for low cost / small footprint design, high frequency (UHF) remote control for flexible and aesthetic installation options.
3D graphics support to enable dynamic and customizable user interfaces for flipping, rotating and moving images.
USB 2.0 and MII port options for optional connectivity.

Dan Marotta, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Broadcom's Broadband Communications Group said, "By designing a high performance MoCA-integrated family of solutions, we meet both consumer and service provider demands for integrated in-home multimedia distribution services such as multi-room HD DVR. With our new BCM7408 thin client SoC, working in conjunction with our BCM7420 media server solution, Broadcom reduces the cost, complexity and power requirements for service providers to deploy a whole-home connected entertainment environment and offer subscribers advanced applications."

Availability: Currently sampling to set-top box manufacturers

For more details visit www.broadcom.com