Intel Licenses Reference Design Kit from Comcast to Speed Development and Deployment of Set-Top Box Solutions

NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

• Intel's first-to-ship silicon solution supports common framework that cable operators can easily deploy.
• The XG1 multi-tuner gateway Comcast is using with its X1 service is based on the Intel® Puma™, Intel's gateway solution, and Intel® Atom™ CE4200 Media Processor, and is shipping in select U.S. markets.
• Next-generation set-top-box solutions will usher in new television experiences across multiple devices in the home.

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 24, 2012 – Intel Corporation today announced it has licensed the Reference Design Kit (RDK) from Comcast, which will allow it to work with Comcast and other cable operators to develop and deploy new set-top box solutions for consumers around the globe. The first deployed RDK silicon solution in the industry is featured in the XG1 multi-tuner gateway Comcast is using with its X1 service, and is based on the Intel® Puma™ and the Intel® Atom™ CE4200 Media Processor. The Intel Puma family features specialized network processing capabilities including industry-leading DOCSIS (Data on Cable System Interface Specification) for broadband cable connectivity.

Released Oct 24, 2012 • 12:00 AM EDT