September 5, 2013, Seoul – NXP Semiconductor (NASDAQ: NXPI) today released the TEF665x and TEF668x, the next generation of its successful RFCMOS-based high-performance AM/FM single-chip automotive radio tuner family.

The TEF665x and TEF668x tuners combine the latest RFCMOS technology with an extensive feature set, best-in-class software algorithms, and easy integration. Offering enhanced versatility to automotive manufacturers, these products provide optional HD radio and DRM digital radio standards via co-processors such as NXP's SAF356x and SAF350x. With a footprint reduced by a remarkable 80% and power consumption lowered by 50% compared to predecessors, these products deliver premium performance at a low system cost, making them ideal for emerging or high-growth markets such as BRIC.

NXP is making great efforts to improve response quality even in challenging field conditions, including multipath reception that can occur due to obstacles such as tall buildings or mountains. Special algorithms in the TEF668x, such as improved multipath suppression (iMS) and channel equalizer (CEQ), ensure excellent sound quality even in these situations.

Yongzhen Duan, Deputy General Manager of Desay SV, stated, “We provide best-in-class in-vehicle infotainment solutions for car radios. With an extensive feature set and unique versatility, the TEF668x tuner delivers exceptional performance.” “With a smaller footprint and easy integration, NXP’s latest tuner solution perfectly provides what we need in the rapidly growing BRIC market,” they stated. “We are pleased to continue our long-term relationship with NXP and will leverage NXP’s experience as a leader in the automotive entertainment semiconductor market.”
Torsten Lehmann, Senior Vice President of NXP Semiconductors and General Manager of Automotive Entertainment Solutions, stated, “The TEF665x and TEF668x tuner families are suitable for the high integration, cost-effectiveness, and premium radio solutions required by our customers. As a global leader in the automotive entertainment semiconductor market, NXP will continue to strengthen its portfolio of low-cost and most popular tuner solutions, targeting automotive OEMs and component markets in BRIC countries.”