Embedded software specialist RedSonic is developing embedded Linux support for Sigma Designs' EM8475 DVD/MPEG-4 decoder chip, as part of an unspecified Taiwan-manufacturer's project to develop a new Linux-based consumer entertainment device. RedSonic said it expects to complete its work on the Linux-based device, which will be based on an ARM9 processor architecture, during Q4, 2003.

The EM8475 provides streaming video, DVD playback, video-on-demand, and video over IP functions for set-top boxes, media gateways, and other digital media applications. The chip, which is based on Sigma Designs' “REALmagic” video streaming technology, is said to provide high-quality decoding of MPEG-1, MPEG-2, and MPEG-4.

“REDSonic selected the Sigma Designs platform based on Sigma's proven track-record of solid technological strength and pioneering innovation in the industry,” said Johnson Huang, VP of marketing, REDSonic. “By combining Sigma's award-winning video streaming technology and our potency as system integrators we will substantially enhance the value for the future of networked consumer electronics, and home entertainment systems that require video streaming, DVD functionality or PVR capability.”

 
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