NXP Semiconductors has integrated interactive TV set-top box
software from NDS onto its CX2450x high-definition set top box
chipset.
NXP has worked with NDS on the system integration of the
MediaHighway platform on to the high definition DVR SoC, which
features single decode for MPEG-2/H.264/VC-1/DIRECTV/DVB.
The MediaHighway set-top box software will support digital TV
services such as IP streaming, web browsers and programme
guides.
“We are witnessing a growing demand for digital TV services from
viewers across the world,” said Alan Smith, director of satellite
operator product Line at
NXP Semiconductors.
“Interactive TV applications, targeted advertising and the delivery
of over the top content are some of the many mutually beneficial
features made possible by NDS MediaHighway” said Peter Yaxley,
director of consumer devices at NDS Europe.
The system implements NDS MediaHighway in a Linux OS environment,
with a complete set of low-level STB drivers.
A complete reference platform is available for customer evaluation
and development.
NDS MediaHighway will also be ported to NXP’s next generation
PNX847x/8x/9x SoC featuring 3D graphics and advanced power
management.
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