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HD-PLC Pavilion To Debut At CES 2007
ReplyDeletePLC Pavilion Demonstrates High-Speed Home Networking Over Existing Home Wiring
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd. and Panasonic Communications Co. Ltd., is hosting a special pavilion here at CES to demonstrate high-speed Power Line Communication at the Sands Expo and Convention Center. Products from other companies that utilize HD-PLC technology will also be exhibited in the pavilion. CES is held in Las Vegas January 8 - 11, 2007.
Demand recently has grown for home networking that can support high quality and high performance applications. HD-PLC technology fulfills these demands without requiring any new wiring to be installed in the home. HD-PLC supports multiple simultaneous high-quality and timing-critical streams (e.g., HDTV and VoIP) over existing home power lines. HD-PLC’s 190 Mbps* data transmission capability is nearly four times that of current wireless home networks.
The HD-PLC pavilion will have CE and home networking application demonstrations on display, such as simultaneous transmission of high-definition video and audio, media player streaming, and security video from network cameras. On the launch of the HD-PLC Pavilion, Eiji Kobayashi, Director of Panasonic's PLC business project, stated, “Our goal is to help customers fully understand the benefits of HD-PLC technology and allow them to see firsthand how easy it is to create a home broadband network without installing additional wires.”
Also in the pavilion, CEPCA (the Consumer Electronics Power Line Communication Alliance) and its member companies are dedicated to collaborating on the common goal of promoting coexistence among powerline communications specifications. Details on HD-PLC and CEPCA can be obtained from two dedicated web sites:
Panasonic launched retail sale of its branded PLC adaptors in March 2006 and is now also supplying module samples for trial evaluation of HD-PLC for deployment by other companies. Today, Panasonic has also announced availability for OEM samples of a new compact HD-PLC module for evaluation by electronics manufacturers. Using Panasonic's own technology for embedding passive and active components into the substrate, the MMDPMS150 series module uses 40 percent less space than conventional modules with similar functionality. As this compact module already incorporates analog components such as noise reduction filters, manufacturers can easily develop products with high-speed PLC functionality - Panasonic.
http://www.huliq.com/5200/hd-plc-pavilion-to-debut-at-ces-2007
Gates continues push for wired homes
ReplyDeleteBy MAY WONG, AP Technology Writer
Mon Jan 8, 6:56 AM ET
LAS VEGAS - For more than a decade, Microsoft Corp. chairman Bill Gates and others in the tech industry have touted a vision of a connected lifestyle, in which digital content can move across devices throughout the home and be taken on the go. It's been a slow march. But as Gates kicked off the International Consumer Electronics Show late Sunday, the industry has come further than ever in delivering on that concept.
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"Every year represents a lot of progress," he said in an interview Sunday with The Associated Press.
The improvements have taken many forms.
Building the underlying networks. Developing the technologies to get devices to communicate. Creating the hardware that can handle the digital data. Returning to the drawing board when there were flops. And finally, getting the backing of entertainment sources to embrace this new era of media consumption.
But more work remains, Gates said.
"There's still a lot to be done there, especially when you get into rights-oriented content and how simple that can be made so the creative people are happy with it and yet the flexibility (for consumers) is there," he said.
In his 11th annual speech headlining the world's largest tech convention, Gates highlighted how Microsoft's latest creations and partnerships aim to make it easier for people to navigate, consume, share and manage different kinds of content, whether they are games, movies, family photos, sports or work.
The keynote came as the software titan heads into one of its most significant periods of attracting consumers to its widening portfolio of computing, gaming and entertainment products. Its software has pervaded not only computers, but also cell phones, portable media players, home media centers and even cars.
The consumer launch of Windows Vista later this month is the company's first major overhaul of its operating system since Windows XP was launched in 2001.
Gates discussed some additional features not yet disclosed. Among them is a new "sports lounge" area so users tapped into Microsoft's MSN Soapbox online site can simultaneously view additional sports information, up-to-date fantasy sports data and the latest sports videos.
Microsoft has also teamed with the Nickelodeon and Showtime television networks and Starz Entertainment's Vongo subscription movie service so their Web-based content will be directly available through Vista. Movies downloaded from Vongo can also be played on the TV using Microsoft's Xbox 360 game console.
Sharing the stage with Gates was Robbie Bach, head of the company's entertainment and Xbox division, to highlight how the machine is becoming a home entertainment hub that does more than just play games.
More than 10.4 million Xbox 360 consoles have been sold since the system launched in November 2005. The Xbox Live online marketplace now sells downloadable movies and features more than 1,000 hours of TV and movie content.
During the keynote, Gates also unveiled how Microsoft's computer-making partners have designed new PCs to take advantage of Vista's software advances.
Hewlett-Packard Co. is set to have a new all-in-one computer and touch-screen display designed to fit into a kitchen nook or a family room, letting users scribble messages on the screen or watch a movie. Toshiba Corp. is debuting a high-end tablet notebook that has a secondary display on the front edge so users can read incoming e-mail or calendar alerts even while the laptop lid is closed.
Sony Corp (NYSE:SNE - news). is planning a new Windows Vista media center that is white and round, meant to look more like an entertainment electronics device than a computer.
Gates also announced Windows Home Server, a software platform that can serve as a beefy repository for a household's mushrooming collection of digital photos, videos, music and documents. The server also provides automatic data backups and allows family and friends to access some files remotely over the Internet.
To some, however, the most interesting announcement by Gates might be the addition of Texas Hold 'Em in its preloaded selection of games in Vista.
How appropriate in Vegas.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070108
/ap_on_hi_te/gadget_show_gates
Linksys Announces Availability of HomePlug AV - the Next Generation of Standards-Based PowerLine Networking for the Home
ReplyDeleteJanuary 8, 2007 7:34 AM ET
Linksys PowerLine AV Solutions Offer Alternative 'No New Wires' Solution to Moving Entertainment Content Around the Home
LAS VEGAS and IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- From the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show, Linksys(R), a Division of Cisco Systems, Inc., and the recognized leading global manufacturer of voice, wireless, and networking hardware for the home, Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) and small business user, today announced its newest PowerLine networking products that are designed for HomePlug AV, the next generation of PowerLine standards from the HomePlug PowerLine Alliance. The Linksys PowerLine AV Ethernet Kit (PLK200) includes two PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter (PLE200) units, enabling consumers to purchase a complete solution to connect their computers, networked entertainment products, or peripheral devices utilizing the existing power lines at data throughput speeds up to 100Mbps* around their home.
The Powerline AV Ethernet kit comes with two Powerline AV Ethernet Adapters and two Ethernet cables. The first adapter can connect with the included Ethernet cable into a broadband wired or wireless router via the LAN port on the router, then the adapter plugs into a power outlet in the wall. The second Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter can then be plugged into a computer other networked device with the Ethernet cable via the Ethernet port and the other end of the adapter is then plugged into a power outlet within the home. The need for two powerline adapters are required to share a broadband connection and access other devices connected to the network. Up to 16 other computers or devices on a network utilizing a PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter can access the Internet connection or each other.
Linksys PowerLine AV solutions incorporate a robust, highly secure and reliable means of transferring data and high definition content around the home. Because they are designed for the HomePlug AV standard, the new products can combat electrical noise generated by appliances, electronic devices and halogen lights, as well as facilitating highly secure networking through the built-in encryption techniques to reduce the risk of neighbors on the same power grids gaining access to sensitive data or the Internet connection.
"HomePlug AV is an ideal solution to connect media adapters, set top boxes and other networked entertainment devices to a home network because of the high bandwidth and increased range PowerLine products provide," said Matt McRae, Linksys senior director of business development and a member of the HomePlug PowerLine Alliance board of directors. "PowerLine AV solutions from Linksys are giving consumers the ability to build a connected home that fits their lifestyle by introducing complimentary networking technologies in the home that work seamlessly with other standards-based technologies like Wireless-N and Ethernet."
The Linksys PowerLine AV solutions differ from other advanced PowerLine products because they are designed for the HomePlug AV standards that are expected to be interoperable or co-exist with other HomePlug AV products on the market. Most existing proprietary solutions only work with same-vendor branded solutions and are not backward compatible with the industry standard HomePlug solutions.
"The Linksys HomePlug AV solutions are helping to drive the HomePlug AV standard forward," said Mathew Theall president of the HomePlug Powerline Alliance. "Linksys' strong presence in retail and their broad offering of all types of home networking solutions will help to integrate powerline solutions seamlessly with other networking topologies around the home."
Linksys Powerline AV solutions can provide the following benefits to consumers:
- Enables networking over existing power lines in the home
Provides networking speeds potentially as fast as wired Ethernet*
Suitable for HDTV, Networking, VoIP, Gaming
Co-exists with existing HomePlug 1.0 products - Simple plug-n-play installation
Works out-of-the-box
Pre-encrypted, user can change security key with included software - Superior reliability and robustness
The HomePlug AV standard offers some of the best immunity to noise that
is generated on home power lines by appliances, electronic devices and
halogen lighting.Pricing and Availability:
The PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Kit (PLK200) and single Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter (PLE200) are immediately available throughout the US via major retail, online retailers and distributors. Estimated Street Pricing is $179.99 and $119.99 respectively.
Linksys will be highlighting these solutions at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this week.
January 08, 2007 08:00 AM Eastern Time
ReplyDeleteIntellon Confirms Strong HomePlug Powerline Market Lead at CES 2007
Leading OEMs Introduce Retail Products Driving Next Generation Powerline Communications Applications Using Intellon’s Industry-Standard HomePlug® AV-based ICs
2007 International CES
Booth 35632
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intellon Corporation, the global leader in standards-based powerline communications integrated circuits (ICs) for home networking of data and multi-media content, today announced more than a dozen leading manufacturers at CES will be showcasing new, interoperable products that use Intellon’s HomePlug AV-based ICs to distribute multiple high-definition (HD) video streams over existing in-home powerlines. Manufacturers with products using Intellon’s HomePlug AV-based ICs include: Actiontec, Asoka USA, Aztech, devolo AG, D-Link, Gigafast, Linksys, NETGEAR, Sercomm, Siemens Home and Office Communication Devices, Solwise and ZyXEL.
“Linksys is excited to be unveiling its first, of what promises to be many, HomePlug AV-based products for future retail consumption, at this year’s CES,” said Matt McRae, Linksys senior director of business development and a HomePlug Alliance board member. “We believe the industry-standard HomePlug AV technology and future generation derivatives will provide the consumer a new class of simplicity and performance for in-home content distribution.”
“D-Link is proud to add its name to the growing number of companies to provide HomePlug-based products to the market,” said Brian Larsen, associate vice president of product development, D-Link Systems, Inc. “We recognize the performance and stability offered by HomePlug AV-based products for enabling bandwidth-intensive applications such as IPTV and more.”
“Earlier this year, devolo was delighted to offer to the market the world’s first retail products using Intellon’s HomePlug AV-based devices: the dLAN 200 AV and dLAN AVPro,” said Heiko Harbers, CEO of devolo. “Of particular interest to us and our customers is the fact that everyone is looking for a true global standard – something the HomePlug Powerline Alliance offers that no other company or technology can provide. We are excited by the high level of interest here in the European market, and are looking forward to strong growth in the HomePlug AV product category in 2007.”
Booths across the CES exhibit floors are also displaying a wide array of products based on Intellon’s HomePlug 1.0 and HomePlug 1.0 with Turbo ICs. Manufacturers of products using Intellon’s HomePlug 1.0 and HomePlug 1.0 with Turbo ICs include Actiontec, Asoka, Belkin, Current, devolo, EchoStar, Gigafast, Motorola, NETGEAR, Sling Media, SMC Networks, Telkonet, TII and Wilife.
Intellon has now shipped more than seven million HomePlug ICs that are deployed on six continents. The adoption rate is accelerating, with more than four million HomePlug ICs shipped during 2006. Intellon’s total powerline communications IC shipments now exceed 13 million units.
Intellon’s industry-standard powerline communications ICs are used in a wide variety of consumer, service provider and broadband over powerline (BPL) applications. More than 30 service providers worldwide now use Intellon’s HomePlug ICs for a number of purposes, including distributing broadband Internet service and IPTV inside customers’ homes.
“Consumers and service providers alike are recognizing that Intellon’s HomePlug ICs are the best connectivity solution for the digital home, particularly where video is involved,” said Rick E. Furtney, president and chief operating officer of Intellon. “Test after test has shown that products based on Intellon’s HomePlug ICs are remarkably easy to set up and use, and supply the robust, reliable consumer experience that is essential for the delivery of entertainment content. Our ability to provide this consistent ‘carrier grade’ experience—not just in the lab, but in real-world in-home environments—is one of our key competitive advantages.”
“Service providers and retailers appreciate the benefits that Intellon’s standards-based ICs bring to the marketplace,” said Bill Casby, vice president of sales at Intellon. “They find a high degree of value in the fact that HomePlug is a true global standard supported by multiple technology contributors and silicon providers, has an objective compliance and interoperability testing process and a complete ecosystem backed by leading home networking, personal computer and consumer electronics companies and service providers.”
Visitors to Intellon’s booth at CES, located at South Hall Booth 35632, will see multiple demonstrations showing Intellon’s HomePlug AV-based ICs streaming high-definition video content over powerline. Intellon is also demonstrating its popular 14-Mbps HomePlug 1.0 and 85-Mbps HomePlug 1.0 with Turbo solutions and showcasing a multitude of end-user retail products from its customers.
http://home.businesswire.com/
HomePlug Powerline Alliance Demonstrates Interoperability of 14 HomePlug AV Products
ReplyDeleteFirst Homeplug AV Compliance and Interoperability “Plugfest” Ensures Seamless Consumer Experience with Products from Multiple Vendors
January 08, 2007 07:55 AM Eastern Time
2007 International CES
SAN RAMON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The HomePlug® Powerline Alliance today announced it has granted its “Designed for HomePlug AV” mark to 14 products from 11 companies as a result of compliance and interoperability testing performed by an independent laboratory in France.
Founded in 2000, the HomePlug Alliance is the only powerline communications organization to offer open-standard based technology backed by multiple silicon providers and a strong program of compliance and interoperability testing. The latest round of HomePlug testing is the first to identify products that are designed for the HomePlug AV high-speed connectivity solution. The HomePlug 1.0 certification mark already exists on over seven million HomePlug 1.0 products sold worldwide.
“By confirming that products from multiple vendors meet HomePlug specifications, the Alliance’s compliance and interoperability programs ensure that consumers will have a robust and user-friendly experience,” said Mathew Theall, president of the HomePlug Powerline Alliance. “All consumers need to do is look for the HomePlug logo, and they will know that the products they are buying will work seamlessly together.”
Products awarded the “Designed for HomePlug AV” mark at the latest Plugfest event include:
Actiontec - HPE200AV
Asoka USA - PluglinkAV PL9660ETH
Aztech - HL108EC(US), HL108E (EU)
D-LINK - DHP-304
devolo - Dlan 200 AV, Dlan 200 Avdesk, Dlan 200 Avpro, Dlan 200 Avpro I
Gigafast - PE928-EB
NETGEAR
LINKSYS - PLE200
Intellon Corporation - Ethernet to Powerline Reference Design (RD6000 ETH)
Solwise - Net-PL-200AV
ZyXEL - PLA400
The HomePlug AV compliance and interoperability test events are held at an independent test facility using common test code, standardized platforms, test specifications and a variety of system profiles. To help manufacturers and consumers easily identify HomePlug AV products, the Alliance awards each product successfully tested a special “Designed for HomePlug AV” mark to incorporate onto products, product packaging and collateral. The Alliance maintains a list of these products on the HomePlug website. The Alliance is continuing to expand its compliance and interoperability testing and plans to hold additional Plugfests in the near future.
HomePlug will feature the first live demonstration of the “Designed for HomePlug AV” products at the 2007 International CES in Las Vegas from January 8-11, 2007. The demonstration will be located in the HomePlug Powerline Alliance booth, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in South Hall 2, Booth #27018.
Additional details of the HomePlug compliance and interoperability programs are available at www.HomePlug.org.