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Next-Generation BroadLogic Silicon Helps MSOs Reclaim Bandwidth, Go All-Digital Without a Network Rebuild
Enhanced TeraPIX Offers Direct-to-Channel Capability That Reduces Costs for Developing New Solutions
| Source: BroadLogic Network Technologies
SAN JOSE, CA--(Marketwire - May 13, 2008) - BroadLogic Network Technologies, a leading
provider of silicon solutions for broadband networks, today announced an
advanced TeraPIX™, the company's latest multi-channel video processor
capable of simultaneously decoding 80 MPEG streams and regenerating a
complementary analog and digital service tier. New features that include a
direct-to-channel capability will provide cable equipment manufacturers
lower implementation costs for single family and multi tenant products.
These products will deliver multiple system operators (MSOs) the solutions
they need to complement their all-digital strategies while addressing their
needs to maintain a differentiated analog programming tier.
The advanced TeraPIX enables manufacturers to cost effectively design
whole-home single family and multi tenant residential gateways that will
continue to keep the current subscriber experience intact with the delivery
of up to 80 high quality analog television channels to their existing
analog televisions. The NCTA estimates there are over 30 million analog
only households domestically. The advanced TeraPIX also allows for the
passing of digital television channels, supporting subscribers who have the
need for both analog and digital services.
The feature enhancements of the advanced TeraPIX will let the OEM community
assist MSOs in reclaiming valuable spectrum for the delivery of advanced
services. The new features will allow for a low cost, seamless integration
of analog television services -- all without requiring a network rebuild.
Key New Features
Direct-to-Channel -- The advanced TeraPIX offers a direct-to-channel
capability for programming on channels 2-15, reducing the number of RF
block up-converters required. This feature alone significantly reduces the
bill of materials cost for manufacturers.
FCC Aeronautical Offset -- The advanced TeraPIX internally allows the
manufacturer to offset those analog channels required by the FCC mandate
for aeronautical offsets, further reducing implementation costs.
"The BroadLogic advanced TeraPIX allows for a simpler, more cost-effective
and faster transformation by MSOs that want to offer advanced,
differentiated services while satisfying the demands of a significant and
diverse customer base," said Danial Faizullabhoy, president and CEO of
BroadLogic. "The advanced TeraPIX represents a significant step for cable
industry solution manufacturers, driving down their costs and making it
easier and simpler for them to innovate around our new silicon."
About BroadLogic
Headquartered in San Jose, California, BroadLogic designs and supplies
breakthrough video-processing technologies that enable broadband network
operators to maintain their competitive edge by offering next-generation
video-on-demand, digital-video, voice, and high-speed data services to more
consumers. BroadLogic's patented technologies power devices that
simultaneously process an order of magnitude more video content than
conventional approaches, helping operators maximize revenue gains while
controlling operational and capital expenditures. For more information
please visit www.broadlogic.com.