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>There are even SoCs that integrate a processor and DVB-T demodulator on a single chip, usually used for stuff like set-top boxes. Are there any such chips oth
by eric_bullington 12y ago
>There are even SoCs that integrate a processor and DVB-T demodulator on a single chip, usually used for stuff like set-top boxes.
Are there any such chips other than the Broadcom chip that was announced last year?
- makomk 12y agoYeah, several companies make them, they're very popular in cheap set-top boxes. Having found what I think is the Broadcom press release you're referring to[1], the thing that's unique about their SoC is that it supports DVB-T2 which is newer and less widely used or supported. Looks like ALi have just announced a SoC for that too[2], though unlike Broadcom's it requires a seperate tuner chip. [1] http://www.broadcom.com/press/release.php?id=s736006 http://www.broadcom.com/press/release.php?id=s736006 [2] http://www.digitaltvnews.net/?p=24266 http://www.digitaltvnews.net/?p=24266
- eric_bullington 12y agoOops, I read your first comment as saying "CPU, demodulator, AND tuner". Yes, there are lots of chips that integrate a CPU and demodulator, including the ultra-popular RTL2832U, very popular among SDR hobbyist (as combined with E4000 and other tuners).