The SI21602-C60-GMR is a high-performance silicon tuner IC designed for terrestrial and cable TV reception. It integrates a tuner, demodulator, and channel decoder into a single chip, providing a complete front-end solution for set-top boxes, digital televisions, and PC TV cards. This highly integrated device minimizes external component count and simplifies system design, leading to reduced board space and overall system cost.

Applications

• Digital Set-Top Boxes (STBs)
• Digital Televisions (DTVs)
• PC TV Cards
• USB TV Tuners
• Terrestrial and Cable TV Receivers

Features

• Highly integrated terrestrial and cable TV receiver
• Supports DVB-T2, DVB-C2, DVB-T, DVB-C, ISDB-T standards
• Low power consumption
• Excellent RF performance
• Automatic Gain Control (AGC)
• I2C interface for control and configuration
• On-chip oscillator
• Small package size

Benefits

• Reduced system cost due to high integration
• Simplified system design and faster time-to-market
• Improved RF performance for reliable reception
• Lower power consumption for energy-efficient devices
• Smaller form factor for space-constrained applications

Additional Details

The SI21602-C60-GMR is designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern digital television systems. It features advanced signal processing algorithms to ensure robust performance in challenging reception conditions. The device operates from a single 3.3V power supply and is available in a small QFN package. Its flexible I2C interface allows for easy configuration and control by a host processor. The integrated AGC ensures optimal signal levels for the demodulator, maximizing sensitivity and minimizing distortion. The on-chip oscillator eliminates the need for an external crystal, further reducing system cost and complexity.

It is fully compliant with the latest DVB and ISDB standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of broadcast signals. The device's low power consumption makes it suitable for use in battery-powered devices such as USB TV tuners. Overall, the SI21602-C60-GMR provides a high-performance, cost-effective solution for digital television reception.