LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- International CES Booth 25829 -- Entropic Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq:ENTR), a leading provider of silicon solutions to enable connected home entertainment, in conjunction with NETGEAR, a worldwide provider of technologically advanced, branded networking solutions, today announced that the NETGEAR(r) MCAB1001 has been certified as the industry's first MoCA(r) 1.1 Ethernet-to-coax bridge (ECB). The NETGEAR ECB kit provides the latest Multimedia over Coax Alliance features, which enable consumers to network their SD/HD video devices, game consoles, network attached storage devices and personal computers to support multiple HD video streams simultaneously with high-speed file transfers throughout the home over existing coaxial cable.
The Latest in Home Entertainment Networking
Expanding the use of MoCA beyond service operator multimedia home networks, the NETGEAR MCAB1001 Ethernet-to-coax bridge kit brings this same operator class reliability and speed to consumers wishing to upgrade to a wired home entertainment network. The MCAB1001 incorporates Entropic's EN2210 chipset, which formats data for the MoCA 1.1 standard and distributes multimedia content, including multiple streams of digital HD video and audio, throughout the home ensuring superior reliability with a glitch-free viewing experience.
MoCA solutions provide superior speed and range throughout the home versus competing wired or wireless solutions. With MoCA 1.1 certification, the MCAB1001 now offers support for up to 16 networked MoCA devices, parameterized quality of service (PQoS) and PHY data rates up to 250 Mbps with MAC layer throughput of 175 Mbps.
"Entropic continues to extend our MoCA leadership and is pleased to continue our partnership with NETGEAR to bring consumers the latest in home networking technology," stated Patrick Henry, CEO at Entropic. "The MCAB1001 Ethernet-to-coax bridge kit with MoCA 1.1 gives consumers an easy solution for setting up a robust home entertainment network without the need to install any new cables or wires."
Powered by Entropic's c.LINK Technology
NETGEAR's MCAB1001 is powered by Entropic's EN2210 c.LINK chipset, which enables a complete coaxial networking solution for the distribution of multiple streams of HD video, digital voice, broadband data, and other digital content. Since the MCAB1001 leverages the coax wiring already installed in consumers' homes, it enables a fast, secure and robust network without the need for new wiring, modifications or professional installation.
"At NETGEAR, we are committed to offering consumers the latest home networking technology and are pleased to be working with Entropic to deliver the first MoCA 1.1 solution," said David Henry, senior director of product marketing, Home/Consumer Products at NETGEAR. "Our MCAB1001 can now support up to 16 devices on the network, enabling consumers to use their existing coax to easily connect HD televisions, Bluray DVD players, digital and Internet set-top boxes, computers, gaming consoles and other networked devices without running any additional wires."
Availability
The NETGEAR MCAB1001, which incorporates Entropic's c.LINK technology, is available at select online retailers and will be available through NETGEAR's network of value-added resellers and distributors in Q1 of 2009.
Live Demonstration at 2009 International CES
NETGEAR will be showcasing the MCAB1001 at the 2009 International CES (Booth 30769, South Hall). Entropic Communications will be featuring the NETGEAR MCAB1001 in live demonstrations streaming multiple streams of HD video during the show (Booth 25829, South Hall).
About NETGEAR, Inc.
NETGEAR (Nasdaq:NTGR) designs innovative, branded technology solutions that address the specific networking, storage, and security needs of small- to medium-sized businesses and home users. The company offers an end-to-end networking product portfolio to enable users to share Internet access, peripherals, files, multimedia content, and applications among multiple computers and other Internet-enabled devices. Products are built on a variety of proven technologies such as wireless, Ethernet and powerline, with a focus on reliability and ease-of-use. NETGEAR products are sold in over 29,000 retail locations around the globe, and via more than 41,000 value-added resellers. The company's headquarters are in San Jose, Calif., with additional offices in 25 countries. NETGEAR is an ENERGY STAR(r) partner. More information is available by visiting www.netgear.com or calling (408) 907-8000.
About Entropic Communications
Entropic Communications, Inc. is a leading fabless semiconductor company that designs, develops and markets systems solutions to enable connected home entertainment. The company's technologies significantly change the way high-definition television-quality video and other multimedia content such as movies, music, games and photos are brought into and delivered throughout the home. For more information, please visit www.entropic.com.
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Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this press release that are not strictly historical in nature constitute "forward-looking statements." Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the advantages and deployment of Entropic's c.LINK technology. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause Entropic's actual results to be materially different from historical results or from any results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, the effects of competition; Entropic's dependence on a limited number of customers and ultimately service providers; Entropic's ability to introduce new and enhanced products on a timely basis; the risk that the market for high-definition television-quality video and multimedia content delivery solutions may not develop as anticipated; the effect of intellectual property rights claims; risks related to Entropic's international operations; and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of Entropic's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended September 30, 2008. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Entropic is providing this information as of the date of this release and does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.