The STi7710 is STMicroelectronics' first single chip set-top box decoder for high definition applications, and meets the requirements of all services in the United States, Japan, Australia, as well as the emerging European market. By combining all the features of an HD decoder onto a single device, ST has ensured the lowest possible costs for set-top box manufacturers. In addition to including ST's enhanced security features, the STi7710 supports the High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) and High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standards. These features ensure the STi7710 effectively meets the security requirements of content providers and operators. The STi7710 embeds a wide range of peripherals, including a high-speed USB host interface, and provides connectivity options, including the ability to provide DVR capability.
The STi7710 is STMicroelectronics' first single-chip set-top box decoder designed for high definition applications. It meets the requirements of services in the United States, Japan, Australia, and the emerging European market by combining all HD decoder features onto a single device to ensure low costs for manufacturers.
| CPU | Enhanced ST20 32-bit VL-RISC CPU – 200 MHz |
|---|---|
| Cache Memory | 8-Kbyte Icache, 8-Kbyte Dcache and 4-Kbyte SRAM |
| Video Decoder | MPEG2 MP@ML video decoder |
| Video Resolutions | 1080I, 720P, 480P and 480I |
| Audio Decoding | MPEG-1 layer I/II, MP3, MPEG-2 layer II, MPEG-2 AAC and AC3 |
| Security Standards | HDMI and HDCP |
| Peripherals | USB 1.1/2.0 host, OHCI/EHCI compliant |
It meets the requirements of all services in the United States, Japan, Australia, as well as the emerging European market.
Yes, it includes HDMI / HDCP copy protection hardware and Macrovision™ copy protection for 480I and 480P output.
It supports DVB, DIRECTV®, and DCII via its dual transport stream merger.