DIRECTV selects Entropic's Silicon to deliver HD digital and data throughout the home

Television service provider DIRECTV has selected Entropic Communications' Silicon based on the Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA) for integration into its set-top boxes (STB) to enable high-quality, high-definition digital entertainment and data throughout the home such as multi-room viewing over the existing coax cable infrastructure.

The coax-based networking also enables DIRECTV to propagate the RVU technology on its platforms. RVU Remote User Interface ensures that the client set-top receivers in a multi-room DVR environment display the exact look and feel (user interface) of the server on a pixel-accurate basis.

"By integrating MoCA technology into our STBs along with the existing deployment of the Single Wire Multiswitch, we will set ourselves apart from the competition as a leading provider of connected home technology," said Romulo Pontual, chief technology officer at DIRECTV. "This is part of our overall strategy to simplify the installation process and create a reliable video distribution system for our customers who want to enjoy a connected home lifestyle. Technology cooperation with Entropic was instrumental to expedite the delivery of these new STBs."

"We are very excited to be working with DIRECTV as multi-room viewing capabilities continue to drive next-generation home networking requirements," said Patrick Henry, Entropic CEO. "By leveraging our technology leadership and experience and expanding our relationship with DIRECTV beyond channel-stacking for their Single Wire Multiswitch ODUs, we are enabling a new world of digital entertainment sharing applications for DIRECTV's customers nationwide," he continued.

Availability: Now in production and will be in customers' homes starting in Q1 of 2010

For more details visit www.entropic.com