The ES4408FD processor provides a single-chip solution for a Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player that integrates MPEG video decoding, DVD system navigation, Content Scrambling System (CSS) protection, and both DolbyTM Digital (AC-3), Digital Theater System (DTS), and MPEG audio decoding. The fully programmable ES4408FD offers the best feature set in comparison to any currently existing DVD processor. The ES4408FD includes a glueless interface to various peripheral components, making it the most cost effective solution in its class with an integration level and quality that set new benchmarks.