Hitron launches DOCSIS 3.0 gateways utilizing MaxLinear MxL261 multi-channel tuner-demodulator single-chip front end

TAIPEI, TAIWAN & CARLSBAD, USA: Hitron Technologies Inc., a leading supplier of DOCSIS products, and MaxLinear Inc., a leading provider of integrated radio frequency (RF) and mixed-signal integrated circuits for broadband communication applications, announced that Hitron has selected the MaxLinear MxL261 digital cable multi-channel tuner-demodulator single-chip front end IC for a new line of DOCSIS 3.0 related modems, EMTAs and gateways for European cable markets.

Hitron’s CDA-30360 modem recently achieved certification from CableLabs and the CVE-30360 Voice & Data Wireless Gateway as well as the CDE-30364 Data Wireless Gateway recently achieved EuroDOCSIS certification from CableEuropeLabs in Europe. All models were designed using the MxL261 and Intel Puma 5 chipset.

The modem features a 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet and full IPv6 support. The gateways add USB host interfaces for printer server, NAS file server connectivity or future webcam functionality. The gateways have advanced features including voice and video support, IPv6 routing including DS-Lite and 6RD support.

The MxL261 is based on MaxLinear’s low power digital CMOS process-based RF and mixed signal technology. It is a single-die, global standards, digital cable front end with integrated splitter, two 100MHz wideband tuners, four QAM demodulators, and a four-channel wide IF output. The MxL261 delivers ultra-low power at less than 175mW per channel in full eight-channel mode. The low power consumption and the power control flexibility of the chip enable compliance with Energy Star and the European Code of Conduct for Digital TV Services and Broadband Equipment for both standby and operating modes. The MxL261 die is mounted in a 7mm x 7mm, 48-pin QFN package.

“With our extensive experience developing DOCSIS based products we are delivering a new compelling, high performance and low power portfolio of modems, EMTAs and gateways for the European cable operators,” said Rudy Zijlstra, CTO, Hitron Europe GmbH. “Hitron has a proven track record of quality and fast time to market and MaxLinear is playing a significant role in enabling the great performance and incredibly low power consumption of our products.”

“These products will provide a better choice to European cable operators as they grow their broadband data and voice service offerings. Hitron has again shown its ability to bring great new products to market with amazing speed and top quality,” said Patrick Tierney, senior director, Cable Product Line for MaxLinear. “Both our teams have executed our respective and joint developments flawlessly to bring feature rich and robust products to market within only four months of delivering first silicon samples of the MxL261. We look forward to continued growth in the European markets with Hitron.”