> Correct. These are not parts that have any form of default firmware > in their ROM mask (i.e. not like the silabs or micronas parts which > have a default firmware and the ability to patch the ROM via a > software loaded code update). The firmware must be loaded every time > the chip is brought out of reset or it won't work at all. An image of the top of the tuner clearly showing any manufacturing markings would be welcome - assuming its accessible. -- Steven Toth - Kernel Labs http://www.kernellabs.com -- To unsubscribe from this list: send the line "unsubscribe linux-media" in the body of a message to majordomo@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx More majordomo info at http://vger.kernel.org/majordomo-info.html