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Videon Announces the Availability of Intel Atom processor CE4100 Development Platforms

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EDT

State College, PA, June 17, 2010 -- Videon Central, Inc. (Videon), a leading provider of digital video solutions, Blu-ray Disc* technology middleware, and charter member of the Intel® Consumer Electronics Network (Intel® CEN) has announced today the availability of the Intel Atom processor CE4100 development platform. Videon is the supplier of these hardware development platforms for application development on the CE4100 processor, a system-on-chip (SoC) built on Intel® architecture and designed specifically for consumer electronics (CE).

The CE4100 development platform is a developer hardware system that comes with essential tools needed to test and validate IPTV/hybrid set top boxes and connected audio/video product applications in full 1080P resolution.

The platform is a small-form factor box and is based on the Intel Atom processor CE4100 with a 1.2GHz CPU, 400MHz 2D/3D graphics media accelerator and 1GB of DDRIII SDRAM. The development system kit includes the hardware platform, a power supply with power cable (100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz), a 31-button IR remote control, two HDMI cables, an audio cable (L/R RCA), and Quick Start Guide documentation.

There will be two models available. One is a baseline connected audio/video (CAV) device that includes the Intel® SDK and Linux distribution. The second is a Blu-ray Disc (BD) technology-based evaluation device that, in addition to the Intel SDK and Linux distribution, also includes a BD loader and Videon’s BD/ DVD player software solution.

As an Intel® CEN member, Videon has an abundance of CE4100 processor-based system level and software knowledge and expertise. Videon will provide technical support for both the hardware and software components and is available for value-added services such as engineering design and customization work.

CE4100 processor Development Platforms can be purchased directly from Videon at www.videon-central.com/newstore. Distribution is available worldwide.

About Videon Central, Inc.

Videon Central is a leading supplier of digital video solutions for the CE market. Videon provides intellectual property, engineering design, system integration, and product qualification services to major semiconductor and original equipment manufacturers. In addition, Videon is an original design manufacturer with experience in the creation of custom products from high-end home theater to in-flight entertainment systems, such as: DVD and Blu-ray Disc players, LCD displays, servers, and audio/video distribution equipment.

For more information on Videon, please visit www.videon-central.com.

About Intel® Consumer Electronics Network

A member-based community of hardware, software, and service providers that accelerates the development and time-to-market of Internet-connected CE devices for a richer end-user experience.

For more information on the Intel® CEN, please visit www.intelconsumerelectronics.com/CE-Network/.

All products and features are based on current expectations and subject to change without notice.

Intel and the Intel logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

*Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.

Videon Achieves AS9100 Certification

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST

STATE COLLEGE, PA - Videon Central, Inc., a leading supplier of digital video product solutions for the in-flight entertainment and consumer electronics markets, announced its achievement of registration to AS9100. AS9100 is the recognized international aerospace quality standard developed by representatives from the aerospace industry in Asia, Europe and USA.

"I am extremely proud of the Videon team for attaining AS9100 certification," stated Todd Erdley, President and CEO of Videon, "and I believe this is a great starting point to move forward and earn additional certifications for the aircraft industry that will allow us to further utilize our excellent facilities and the capabilities of our people. We have achieved a milestone that if built upon correctly will provide significant long-term benefits for Videon."

The scope of Videon's Quality Management System includes the design, development, manufacturing, and service of products for in-flight entertainment, high-end home theater, and consumer electronics markets. Achieving registration to AS9100 demonstrates that Videon is committed to providing customers with quality products and service at all levels of the organization and throughout all phases of the product lifecycle.

Videon is a leading original design manufacturer with experience in the creation of custom products from high-end home theater to in-flight entertainment systems, such as: DVD and Blu-ray Disc players, LCD displays, servers and audio/video distribution equipment. In addition, Videon provides intellectual property, engineering design, system integration and product qualification services to major semiconductor and original equipment manufacturers for the consumer electronics market.

RCDb and Videon Central Partner to Transform the Blu-ray Disc Player into a Multi-purpose HD Network Set-top Box

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – RCDb and Videon Central announced today a partnership to accelerate the development and deployment of networked applications on Internet connected Blu-ray Disc (BD) players.

The two companies have pre-integrated their software solutions to offer a complete reference design to BD player manufacturers. The offering enables a BD player to dynamically load and unload applications and connect with a flexible, updateable set of third party services and content offerings controlled by the player manufacturers and their retail partners.

RCDb is a global leader in open BD-Live software and services that enable network connectivity, social networking applications, commerce transactions and digital content distribution.

Videon Central is a leading supplier of digital video product solutions and BD middleware providing major semiconductor and device manufacturers with firmware integration, resource management, network services and core optical disc functionality.

“By bringing our solutions together, we deliver a compelling experience to connected Blu-ray Disc players. The partnership with RCDb enables seamless access to internet delivered services and content for the consumer and in turn allows the manufacturer to build best-of-breed, high value, differentiated products” said Todd Erdley, CEO of Videon Central.

“Blu-ray Disc players not only deliver the highest quality home entertainment experience, they are also the ultimate ‘over the top’ player for convenience and on-demand viewing in the living room. Our joint solution with Videon Central gives studios another path to the living room and a direct connection to their audience.” added Zane Vella, CEO of RCDb.

The solution is available immediately for customer demonstrations. It includes the RCDb Client software and Videon Central middleware running on a fully compliant BD-Live player.

About RCDb

The Related Content Database Inc. (RCDb) is a leading provider of software and services for network-connected Blu-ray discs, players and other connected devices. Founded in 2006, RCDb provides fundamental infrastructure, products and services upon which Blu-ray content owners, web services developers and connected devices manufacturers can rapidly and efficiently build compelling value added services.

www.rcdb.net

About Videon Central, Inc.

http://rcdb.net/press_releases.html

ActiveVideo and Videon Central Form Partnership: Joint Initiative to Pipe Interactive TV to Millions of Web-Connected CE Devices

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT

SAN JOSE, Calif. and STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Sept. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- ActiveVideo Networks(TM), the global leader in cloud-based interactive television solutions, and Videon Central, Inc., a leading provider of digital video solutions and Blu-ray Disc (BD) middleware, today announced a joint initiative that is intended to dramatically speed adoption of the next generation of CE video devices.

The two companies announced that they will work together to leverage the combined strengths of Videon Central (Videon) core middleware technologies and ActiveVideo(R) processing in the network "cloud" to significantly expand the reach and availability of rich, Web-based user experiences that are redefining interactive television (iTV 2.0). ActiveVideo anticipates that a joint solution would be available on Web-connected televisions, BD and DVD players, and other devices in millions of homes by year end, 2010.

The two companies will demonstrate the joint solution at the Intel Developer Forum September 22-24 at Moscone Center West in San Francisco.

"Consumers overwhelmingly buy new video entertainment products based on one factor: how that device can enhance their viewing experience," said Todd Erdley, president and CEO of Videon. "ActiveVideo works seamlessly with our device-based solutions to deliver the greater levels of engagement and increased depth of content that can increase consumers' enjoyment and drive buying decisions."

"Through its work with BD and DVD middleware and its relationships with major silicon and CE equipment manufacturers, Videon Central has established itself as a leader in enabling the highest-quality digital video experiences," said Jeff Miller, president and CEO of ActiveVideo Networks. "By entering into a partnership with them, we can ensure the accelerated availability of solutions that will help to increase adoption of the next generation of CE devices."

Anticipated to be available in more than 5 million homes by the end of 2009, ActiveVideo immerses viewers in an engaging experience that combines Web video, Web 2.0 functionality and traditional television. With ActiveVideo, viewers can navigate a completely interactive environment of both linear and broadband programming including rich interfaces and graphics optimized for TV and remote control navigation; social networking; personal media; niche content; and targeted, actionable advertising. ActiveVideo uses intelligent MPEG streaming to deliver the Web 2.0 experience to a worldwide television audience through both legacy and next generation digital set-top boxes and broadband-connected devices.

About Videon Central, Inc.

Videon Central is a leading supplier of digital video solutions for the CE market. Videon provides intellectual property, engineering design, system integration, and product qualification services to major semiconductor and original equipment manufacturers. In addition, Videon is an original design manufacturer with experience in the creation of custom products from high-end home theater to in-flight entertainment systems, such as: DVD and Blu-ray Disc players, LCD displays, servers, and audio/video distribution equipment.

For more information on Videon, please visit www.videon-central.com.

About ActiveVideo Networks

ActiveVideo Networks is the world leader in cloud-based interactive services that are redefining television (iTV 2.0). The company's network-centric approach simply and inexpensively enables expanded programming, navigation and advertising possibilities, allowing viewers to define and share their TV experiences. ActiveVideo combines Web-based media and targeted, clickable advertisements with the high-quality video, immediate responsiveness and remote control navigation of television for uniform interactivity across all digital and IPTV set-tops, CI enabled televisions, and broadband-connected CE devices. ActiveVideo Networks is based in the heart of Silicon Valley, with offices in Los Angeles, Baltimore and Hilversum, the Netherlands. For more information, visit www.activevideo.com.

SOURCE ActiveVideo Networks

http://news.prnewswire.com/ViewContent.aspx?ACCT=109&STORY=/www/story/09-21-2009/0005097337&EDATE