Date: 6th Sept 2010

Broadcom's Set-Top Box technology powers EchoStar's HD DVR

Broadcom's BCM7400 satellite set-top box (STB) system-on-a-chip (SoC) solution has been chosen by digital media equipment company EchoStar for its SlingLoaded 922 high definition digital video recorder (HD DVR). This HD DVR incorporate place-shifting technology enabling users view their home television on other consumer electronics devices such as laptop computers and smartphones.

The key features of BCM7400 include:

--Secure access, storing and sharing multiple types of digital media such as HDTV programs, video-on-demand (VoD), Internet content, digital video, music and photos.
--Supports H.264 standard.
--Enables access to multiple video sources, with a 1 terabyte hard drive and provides up to 1,000 hours of media storage.

"Satellite, telecommunications and cable operators can benefit from the design and engineering expertise included in the award-winning 922. The Broadcom solution is an important tool for powering the all new graphic-rich user interface." said Mark Jackson, President, EchoStar Technologies L.L.C.

"With the growing popularity of HDTV and DVR technologies, consumers demand more than just a static television viewing experience - they want a true multimedia experience. Broadcom's many years of expertise in designing chips for the cable, satellite and TV industries enables us to develop solutions that meet the high performance requirements of advanced TV technologies as well as the sophisticated, on-screen graphics for EchoStar's unique user interface. The SlingLoaded 922 underscores our commitment to enhancing the consumer entertainment experience in the home."said Dan Marotta, Executive Vice President & General Manager, Broadcom's Broadband Communications Group