HD audio supported by single core solution

CEVA has announced what it calls a ‘comprehensive’ single core solution for advanced HD audio applications. Called CEVA-HD-Audio, the configurable and programmable platform addresses demanding audio requirements in home entertainment and consumer products.

Based on the 32bit CEVA-TeakLite-III dsp core running at speeds of up to 550MHz, CEVA-HD-Audio is said to be compact and power efficient. “Advanced audio capabilities in today’s electronic products require a robust and flexible processing solution,” said Eran Briman, CEVA’s vp of corporate marketing. “CEVA-HD-Audio combines a proven, high performance dsp engine with customised audio implementation capabilities in a single core solution.” CEVA says that, in this way, product developers can implement advanced audio functions more efficiently. Aimed at products ranging from digital tvs and set top boxes to Blu-ray DVD players with sophisticated post processing functions, the platform includes: a configurable memory subsystem; a set of audio codecs; and a complete software development kit.