The model D11 receiver includes Conexant's CX24155 single-chip satellite STB system solution, CX24109 silicon tuner, and a software modem that allows consumers to order pay-per-view and other on-demand services. Together, these chips enable Humax to deliver competitively priced digital STBs that can receive hundreds of standard definition broadcast channels.

"We have a long-standing relationship with Humax, and are particularly pleased that they have chosen our products and technology for this major service launch," said Jeff Crosby, vice president and general manager of Conexant's Broadband Media Processing business.

"Industry leaders such as Humax rely on Conexant for proven STB system solutions that they can leverage to create new products for an increasingly competitive global marketplace. We will continue to develop value-added products that meet our customers' expectations, and help them compete effectively."

"Conexant's satellite STB system solution provided us with the best value in terms of performance and cost," said Dr. Jong-Uk Kim, general manager of Humax's Digital Media Business Unit.

"In addition, the high level of integration and completeness of their solution allowed us to significantly reduce our product development time, and become the first manufacturer to deliver receivers for this new North American service deployment."

About Conexant's Complete Satellite STB Solution

The following chips form the basis of Humax's new digital STB receiver:

CX24155 Single-chip System Solution: This solution encompasses all of the major subsystems required to implement the core system receiver and decoder components of an interactive direct broadcast satellite STB. It includes an integrated MPEG-2 audio/video decoder, an ARM920 32-bit RISC processor, a two-dimensional graphics accelerator, TV encoder, QPSK demodulator, channel 3/4 radio frequency modulator, a video/graphics display compositing controller, and a set of peripheral input/output ports for STB front- and back-panel connectors.

CX24109 RF Tuner: A highly integrated digital satellite tuner for STBs, digital video, audio, and data receiver applications. The device is compliant with digital video broadcast/digital satellite (DVB/DSS) industry standards.

CX20493 SmartDAA: This chip is based on patented technology that enables a reliable digital communications channel, allowing users to send and receive data across the PSTN via modem, fax, STB or embedded appliances.

V.22 bis soft modem: Provides a cost-effective back-channel connection over a standard telephone line that allows consumers to place orders for on-demand services such as pay-per-view.

Conexant offers a comprehensive suite of digital STB components and system solutions for worldwide satellite, terrestrial and cable entertainment broadcasting networks. The company's product offering includes silicon tuners, satellite demodulators, MPEG audio and video decoders, and dial-up modems for back-channel applications.

Reference designs that help manufacturers reduce cost and speed time-to-market are also available, bundled with a range of operating systems, middleware, drivers and development tools.

Community
Email This Article
Comment On This Article

Related Links
Conexant Systems
SpaceDaily
Search SpaceDaily
Subscribe To SpaceDaily Express
Space Technology News - Applications and Research