Abstract: In embodiments, an HDMI connector may be isolated from a system-on-chip (SoC) by placing an isolation block in between the HDMI connector and the SoC. The isolation block may prevent the flow of current at mains frequencies while allowing signaling within the HDMI interface to pass. The isolation block may include one or more components that block the flow of current at mains frequencies along one or more signal paths between the HDMI connector and the SoC.

Abstract: In embodiments, an HDMI connector may be isolated from a system-on-chip (SoC) by placing an isolation block in between the HDMI connector and the SoC. The isolation block may prevent the flow of current at mains frequencies while allowing signaling within the HDMI interface to pass. The isolation block may include one or more components that block the flow of current at mains frequencies along one or more signal paths between the HDMI connector and the SoC.

Abstract: A system and method for recovering content in a multimedia device. Information pertaining to recorded content can be stored in a data store. If the recorded content is lost or damaged, the information in the data store pertaining to the recorded content can be accessed, and at least one content source can be continually searched until program information matching the accessed information is found. Once the program information is found, a re-recording of the content can be scheduled at a determined time designated by the content source. The lost or damaged recorded content can be restored by saving the re-recorded content on the same or other multimedia device. The information in the data store can be updated to indicate recovery of the recorded content and to prevent duplicate re-recordings.

Abstract: A broadcast data receiver is provided. The receiver includes a base unit, and a mobile unit which is detachably attached to said base unit. The base unit is capable of receiving broadcast data directly from a broadcaster and/or from a set top box communicating therewith. Detection means are provided in the base unit and/or said mobile unit to detect detachment of said mobile unit from said base unit. Upon or just prior to detachment, said base unit and/or said mobile unit have indication means for providing an indication to a user of one or more events that may be missed following said detachment and/or data relating to the status of said base and/or said mobile units.