The STi5188 is a low-cost satellite set-top box decoder that supports MPEG-2 MP and ML video decoding, and can encode PAL/NTSC/SECAM images, support CGMS, Teletext, WSS, VPS and closed caption
The STMicroelectronics STi5188 is a highly integrated, low-cost decoder designed for the retail market. It offers a direct migration path from previous platforms like the STi5118/STV0288 by utilizing the same set of intellectual properties and the popular ST20 CPU running at 200 MHz.
Key features include an embedded DVB-S QPSK demodulator that guarantees fast satellite scan times via a blind scan algorithm, compatibility with direct conversion tuners, and up to 60 Msps operation. The device supports MPEG-2 decoding, various video outputs (RGB, CVBS, Y/C), and includes audio DACs for direct TV input connection.
| Memory Interface | Up to 166 MHz, 16-bit wide SDRAM interface |
|---|---|
| Flash Support | Serial flash support (SPI/SSC) |
| Demodulator Type | Embedded DVB-S QPSK demodulator |
| Max Operation Speed | Up to 60 Msps |
| Package Type | TQFP176 20 mm x 20 mm |
It is a low-cost, highly integrated solution designed for the retail market in free-to-air satellite applications.
Yes, it offers a direct migration path from the STi5118/STV0288 platform using the same set of IPs.
The device supports RGB, CVBS, Y/C and YUV outputs with four 10-bit DAC outputs.