i3 micro's IP Set-Top Box Integrates AMD Alchemy Au1550 Processor for Embedded Network Security.KISTA, Sweden & AUSTIN, Texas -- i3's New Mood IP Set-Top Box The cable TV box that sits on "top" of the TV "set," although it is often located several feet away in an equipment rack. The set-top box descrambles the premium channels and provides a tuner for the higher cable numbers that very old TVs did not support. Leverages Au1550(TM) Processor's High Performance and Versatility i3 micro technology today announced that it selected the AMD (Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., Sunnyvale, CA, www.amd.com) A major manufacturer of semiconductor devices including x86-compatible CPUs, embedded processors, flash memories, programmable logic devices and networking chips. Alchemy(TM) Au1550(TM) processor to help accelerate networking capabilities within its third-generation Mood(TM) Box (MMB MMB Multimedia Builder (Multimedia presentation software) MMB Middle Mouse Button MMB Mighty Mighty Bosstones (band) MMB Memanbetsu, Japan (Airport Code) 3) set-top box solution. The MMB3 multi-media TV gateway with loadable codecs The following is a list of codecs. Audio codecs Non-compression formats
The increased capabilities of the MMB3 require high-performance processing and versatile network security technology. The AMD Alchemy Au1550 processor is a low-power, high-performance, highly integrated system on a chip (SOC) that implements security directly into the hardware thus reducing software overhead. The MIPS-based(TM) processor enables the MMB3 to run enhanced, high-performance applications at low wattage wattage the output or consumption of an electric device expressed in watts. . "The MMB3 is the next offering from our family of IP set-top boxes and provides operators with a unique feature set, enabling advanced video decoding for VoD and IP-TV, multiple video streams including HDTV (High Definition TV) A set of digital television (DTV) standards that offer the highest resolution and sharpest picture. Although some HDTV sets are available in standard (rather square) screen sizes, the overwhelming majority of sets are wide screen, which eliminates and more," said Chris Chalkitis, Chief Technology Officer at i3. "For these multiple broadband features to operate smoothly, we needed a reliable, secure and efficient network processor that could operate seamlessly within such a demanding environment. The AMD Alchemy Au1550 processor provides all of the performance, integration and security features we need to deliver a set-top box that meets our customers' needs." "i3 has found a way to marry technology and entertainment, enhancing both in the process," said Erik Salo, director of marketing, AMD, Personal Connectivity Solutions Group. "The relationship between AMD and i3 micro has produced an impressive product for the consumer." Worldwide availability of the MMB3 is planned for September 2004. For more information about i3 micro technology, please visit: www.i3micro.com. For more information on the AMD Alchemy Au1100 processor, please go to: www.amd.com/connectivitysolutions. About AMD's Personal Connectivity Solutions Group (PCS (1) (Personal Communications Services) Refers to wireless services that emerged after the U.S. government auctioned commercial licenses in 1994 and 1995. This radio spectrum in the 1. ) AMD's PCS group delivers high-performance, low-power embedded solutions that are designed to address customer needs in the non-PC Internet Appliance Also called "information appliance," "smart appliance," and "Web appliance," it is a device specialized for accessing the Web and/or e-mail. Designed for ease of use, it plugs into a telephone jack or LAN connection for Internet hookup. Market. PCS offers technologies from the AMD Alchemy(TM) Solutions and the AMD Geode(TM) Solutions product families covering a wide range of applications. Target markets for PCS solutions include client, mobile client, set-top box, and access/networking device markets. These products are designed to meet customers' needs for complete connectivity solutions. About AMD AMD (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :AMD) designs and produces innovative microprocessors, Flash memory devices and low-power processor solutions for the computer, communications and consumer electronics industries. AMD is dedicated to delivering standards-based, customer-focused solutions for technology users, ranging from enterprises and governments to individual consumers. For more information visit www.amd.com. About i3 micro technology i3 micro technology is a leading provider of customer premises equipment See CPE. and management systems delivering IP telephony The two-way transmission of voice over a packet-switched IP network, which is part of the TCP/IP protocol suite. The terms "IP telephony" and "voice over IP" (VoIP) are synonymous. , digital TV, video and Internet access. i3's two product lines, Vood (Voice Options on Demand) and Mood (Media Options on Demand) enable operators to offer end users advanced triple-play services, thereby increasing the revenues generated from broadband networks. i3's products include residential gateways, integrated access devices, set-top boxes, and management systems. i3 customers and partners are found in Europe, US and Asia. For more information, visit i3 micro at www.i3micro.com AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, Alchemy, Au1550, and combinations thereof, and Geode are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. MIPS-based is a trademark of MIPS Technologies, Inc. Mood and Vood are trademarks of i3 micro technology. Other names used herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. |
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