Broadcom Corporation [NASDAQ: BRCM] has announced a new and advanced system-on-a-chip (SoC) solution for next generation satellite and IP set-top boxes (STBs). The new BCM7405 digital set-top-box-on-a-chip leverages Broadcom’s track record and market acumen in both IP and set-top box technologies to deliver unprecedented levels of processor performance, memory bandwidth, graphics speed, system security and peripheral integration.
The new SoC uses 65-nanometer process technology to significantly reduce bill of materials (BOM) costs and enable higher levels of integration and system performance than other solutions currently available. Equipment manufacturers can build next generation HD digital broadcast and IP set-top boxes supporting the latest interactive features, a wide range of video compression standards and networked personal video recorder (PVR) functionality—Irvine, California


