Tensilica's Xtensa Processors Enable Next-Generation Mobile HD Radio Technology

Including the companion RF (radio frequency) chip, this low-power chip set's total power consumption is 150 mW, making it ideal for a wide range of battery powered portable devices capable of tuning and demodulating AM/FM radio broadcast in both analog and HD Radio digital technology.

After working closely with iBiquity, it was exciting to see a demonstration of their latest technology, which employs our processors, stated Steve Roddy, Tensilica's vice president of marketing. Samsung EM has developed an impressive platform that will enable even more new HD Radio consumer product designs.

iBiquity Digital Corporation is the developer of the HD Radio system. This technology allows AM and FM stations to broadcast digital signals in tandem with their analog signals, providing broadcasters with a platform to offer crystal-clear, CD-quality sound and scrolling text and graphics; as well as multiple channels of programming on the same FM frequency (multicasting) and advanced services such as traffic updates and content...all subscription free. Over 1,600 U.S. HD Radio stations are now on the air, with more than 700 offering additional content via multicast channels.