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NetBlender today announced the release of DoStudio 1.6, a significant upgrade to the leading Blu-ray Authoring solution for independent production worldwide. The new version features expanded capabilities such as Slideshows, Dolby TrueHD support, and BD Touch integration. BD Touch allows discs to be controlled by an iPhone when played in a PS3.

Numerous workflow enhancements have been added based on customer feedback. These include Copy and Paste, enhanced asset validation, printable reports, and more.

"Lowering the cost of professional Blu-ray authoring by increasing efficiency is a top priority for us," said John Harrington, NetBlender CEO. "The independent market is poised to adopt Blu-ray en masse, and we have designed this new version of DoStudio to help foster Blu-ray adoption in the area by creating a robust yet easy to use authoring solution that includes all of the features a professional author requires."

Since its introduction in May 2008, DoStudio Blu-ray Authoring Edition has been used by professional authors in 34 countries. With numerous DoStudio-authored Blu-ray titles hitting store shelves this fall, the DoStudio Blu-ray authoring suite has become a favorite of non-Hollywood production studios.

"DoStudio is the ideal blend of professional features and ease of use," said Brian Neary, Blu-ray author at MVI Post in suburban Washington DC. "The low learning curve combined with the speed of authoring allows us to offer Blu-ray production at prices that are within range of our DVD customers."

DoStudio is available for download and purchase at: http://dostudio.netblender.com.

About NetBlender
NetBlender (www.netblender.com) was founded in 2005 by a team of veteran producers of interactive media. The company creates platforms for the seamless blending of static and real time content in which each device performs its optimal role, resulting in the most enriching viewer experience. NetBlender strives to provide technical and practical leadership in the emerging new media universe.

NetBlender's DoStudio BD Authoring Edition (DSA) is a complete Blu-ray authoring tool that is designed specifically for DVD authors who are making the transition to Blu-ray Disc. Unlike prosumer Blu-ray tools that only provide DVD style menus, DSA is a full-spec Blu-ray authoring tool with built in pop-up menu creation.

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Testronic Labs Announces Quality Assurance Services for BD-Live

Testronic Labs, the leader in quality assurance services for Blu-ray discs, announces a new service offering, providing comprehensive testing for BD-Live. Testing is now available for all types of BD-Live features including interactive multi-player games, downloadable and streaming content, chat, social networking, and website integration. The company also performs functionality and compatibility testing for a full range of platforms, including set-top boxes, software players and mobile devices.

Testronic Labs has already completed testing for four commercially released Blu-ray discs titles with BD-Live features, and is in the process of testing two more.

"Just as Testronic Labs took the lead in providing complete quality assurance for Blu-ray, we are now supporting the launch of BD-Live," said Testronic Labs Vice President Seth Hallen. "Thorough and reliable testing is needed to ensure a positive consumer experience, and is critical to the success of the medium. We want to ensure that our clients' BD-Live deployment is both rewarding and trouble-free."

In an effort to improve the QC workflow and reduce testing timelines, Testronic Labs implants testers at leading Blu-ray developers. The company's goal is to improve its customer service by developing more efficient and effective testing processes and procedures to facilitate a smooth BD-Live roll-out.

Testronic Labs sees BD-Live as a convergence technology, combining aspects of home video, software, interactive gaming, and website design. As a world-wide leader in quality assurance for the Home Entertaintment and Consumer Electronics industries, Testronic Labs is more than ready to meet the challenges of BD-Live testing.

"With its global presence, active participation as a contributing member of the Blu-ray Disc Association, and comprehensive relevant service lines, including quality assurance for software, hardware, MMOG and console games, websites, and, of course, disc media, Testronic Labs is uniquely positioned to lead the way in BD-Live QA," explains Testronic Labs Chief Technology Officer Adam Lesh. "No other company can bring to bear such extensive expertise and experience to aid in the successful deployment of BD-Live technology."

Lesh notes that since BD-Live requires more complex testing procedures than other Blu-ray features, Testronic Labs has set up a dedicated unit to test not only single and mult-user application functionality across a matrix of player platforms, but also across a wide variety of home network (DSL, Cable modem, wireless, etc.) configurations. "It is critical that developers know how their applications behave under many different network set-ups. Graceful handling of sub-optimal conditions can be the difference between a positive and a negative consumer experience," Lesh said.

Currently, Testronic Labs is conducting BD-Live testing at its New Technology facility on Empire Avenue in Burbank, but the company is already augmenting its capabilities. "Every month, we are adding equipment and testers, and expanding our capacity," said Hallen. "We expect demand for BD-Live testing to increase quickly and we are prepared to meet that demand."

www.testroniclabs.com

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Maxell Announces New LTO Cartridge Memory Analyzer to Help Determine the Dependability of Data Storage Cartridges

Maxell Corporation of America, the technology leader in data storage and backup tape, announces a revolutionary product for all businesses backing up their company's most vital information onto storage media, such as a cartridge or tape. The Maxell LTO Cartridge Memory (CM) Analyzer can tell whether or not a company's data storage cartridge is in good enough condition to trust in saving important records (visit www.maxell.com to view a complete list of data storage media offered). This innovative design analyzes the quality of data storage cartridges by reading information stored on the memory chip and determining whether the cartridge is still intact or has deteriorated.

While most businesses recognize the importance of backing up their data, many don't realize that part of this process involves ensuring that the storage device being used is actually doing its job. It is nearly impossible to judge the cartridge quality from the outside appearance, which leads many companies to unknowingly gamble with their data. The Maxell LTO Cartridge Memory Analyzer provides that access into a cartridge's record in a clear and easy to understand format to help in determining a usable cartridge from a failing one.

As part of being able to store critical data with confidence, the CM Analyzer allows a business to create its own parameters for cartridge quality using a single score number that is automatically and consistently calculated from all available data. MaxellScoreis a Tape Evaluation Score ranging from 0 (very bad) to 100 (very good). Within seconds, it is apparent if a used cartridge meets the standards set by the user.

"Maxell has always strived to support its customers by providing them with unparalleled products in both quality and convenience," said Blake Parton, Maxell Marketing Manager of Commercial Data Storage. "With the new LTO Cartridge Memory Analyzer, businesses are able to 'look inside' their cartridge and find out whether or not it is working to their standards."

The Maxell brand is known for quality, reliability and innovation. As the first in the world to develop and market Super DLTtape(R) I, LTO Ultrium 1, LTO Ultrium 2, Super DLTtape(R) II, LTO Ultrium 3, DLTtape(R) S4, LTO Ultrium 4 data cartridges, and now the LTO Cartridge Memory Analyzer, Maxell continues to be widely recognized as a major provider within the data storage industry, remaining at the forefront of the data recording business.

How It Works
The cartridge is placed on top of the Maxell CM reader and after being connected through a USB port to any recent Windows operating system, the display immediately shows all relevant information with regards to the value of the storage device (e.g. percentage of records in error, number of cartridge loads, age of cartridge, and details of the last four times the cartridge was used and in what drive(s).)

Main Features of Maxell CM Reader

Save Cartridge History: Allows the user to quickly read and save the memory contents of many cartridges.This feature is also able to recognize all previously scanned cartridges. It will automatically findand append the previously saved file, allowing one to easily build a complete performance recordfor each cartridge.
Open: Opens and displays previously saved files. This feature can also perform a statistical analysison multiple files, displaying statistical data including maximum, minimum, average,and standard deviation from the selected files.Unacceptable cartridges will always be immediately shown.
Usage History Screen: Scanning a cartridge periodically with the "Save CartridgeHistory" option enabled, creates a complete record of thecartridge. This is the best way to track cartridge performance and the time when it should be retired.
Summary Screen: This display gives users themost important information on the cartridge, allowing the results of several cartridges to be selected at a time. Valuesthat are outside acceptablenorms are highlighted inorder of severity in yellow,orange, and red colors. Cartridges that do not meet the standards set by the user canimmediately be identified and discarded.

www.maxell.com

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AMD and ATI Enter into MPEG LA’s MPEG-2 License

MPEG LA, LLC today announced that Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. and ATI Technologies, Inc. have entered into the MPEG-2 Patent Portfolio License offered by MPEG LA. As a result of this agreement, several companies that license their essential MPEG-2 patents through MPEG LA will withdraw a patent enforcement action pending before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York.

MPEG LA, LLC
MPEG LA is the world leader in alternative technology licenses, enabling users to acquire worldwide patent rights necessary for a technology standard or platform from multiple patent holders in a single transaction as an alternative to negotiating separate licenses. Wherever an independently administered one-stop patent license would provide a convenient marketplace alternative to assist users with implementation of their technology choices, the licensing model pioneered and employed by MPEG LA may provide a solution. Among MPEG LA’s licenses is one for MPEG-2 digital video compression that has helped produce the most widely employed standard in consumer electronics history. The MPEG-2 Patent Portfolio License, which includes more than 870 MPEG-2 essential patents in 57 countries, has more than 1400 licensees accounting for most MPEG-2 products including set-top boxes, DVD players, digital television sets, personal computers and DVD Video Discs in the current world market. MPEG LA is an independent licensing administrator; it is not related to any standards agency and is not an affiliate of any patent holder.

For more information, please refer to http://www.mpegla.com.

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Denon Introduces World's First 'Universal' Blu-ray, Super Audio CD, DVD-Audio Player

Denon Electronics, one of the world’s premier manufacturers of high-quality home entertainment components, is proud to announce the introduction of the ultimate ‘Universal’ Blu-ray Audio/Video player, Model DVD-A1UDCI (SRP: $3,800). The DVD-A1UDCI ‘Universal’ BD Player joins the Denon AVP-A1HDCI A/V Preamplifier (SRP: $7,500) and the POA-A1HDCI 10-channel Power Amplifier (SRP: $7,500) in the company’s flagship HD home entertainment system. With the combination of the proprietary DENON LINK 4th and HDMI transmission technology, digital signals from optical discs can now be transmitted virtually "jitter-free" to produce the purest high-quality images and sound possible, including the world's first fully-balanced 2-channel transmission in a Blu-ray player for analog signals. The Denon DVD-A1UDCI will be available in February 2009. The Denon AVP-A1HDCI and POA-A1HDCI are currently available.

To create the breakthrough DVD-A1UDCI, Denon re-engineered its original Advanced S.V.H. Mechanism to produce unparalleled picture and sound quality. The result is a revolutionary new type of leading-edge "total entertainment" source component that delivers unprecedented video and audio perfection, as well as breakthrough network interconnectivity and advanced gaming capabilities. In addition to its ultimate quality video, the DVD-A1UDCI is the world’s first Blu-ray player to feature both DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD playback with native digital audio output via the HDMI/DENON LINK or PCM conversion with full bass management. Denon’s first Profile 2.0 Ready (BD Live) Blu-ray DVD player, the DVD-A1UDCI incorporates innovative interactivity features that make it quite literally the most advanced and "future-ready" source component. Shortly after the product ships to the marketplace, BD Live activation firmware will be made available via the Ethernet connection that will provide DVD-A1UDCI owners with a host of leading edge 21st century networking facilities.

Hirofumi Ichikawa, President, Denon Brand Company based in Kawasaki, Japan, commented on the DVD-A1UDCI’s landmark introduction, stating: "Advancements in digital signal processing technology have significantly improved the quality of pictures and sound from packaged media. The new DVD-A1UDCI, successor to our flagship DVD-5910 DVD player, reflects the wealth of expertise in digital playback technology that Denon has accumulated since the advent of PCM recording. We have combined both analog and digital signal processing technology and precision mechanism engineering to reproduce the most delicate and refined aesthetic video and audio details recorded on disc. The DVD-A1UDCI literally allows discriminating home entertainment consumers to experience the very best that Blu-ray, as well as DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, and CD, have to offer."

Highest Possible Resolution Video and Audio, Total Home Theater Flexibility
The DVD-A1UDCI offers home entertainment enthusiasts unprecedented levels of performance, flexibility and convenience. It features the acclaimed 10-bit Silicon Optix Realta chipset for the highest resolution high-definition video available today via HDMI connection, with upconversion and IP scaling to 1080p. Thanks to its dual HD video output scalers, the DVD-A1UDCI allows images to be output in HD resolution quality via both the HDMI output and component output ports. And in yet another world’s first for a universal Blu-ray player, the DVD-A1UDCI includes a Vertical Stretch feature that enhances 16:9 HD displays when playing back titles with a 2.35:1 aspect ratio. Vertical Stretch eliminates the black bars at the top and bottom of the image without adding distortion, or artifacts, for HD displays, but it’s most beneficial for those users of Cinema Scope screens and projectors with anamorphoric lenses, as the processing is done in the digital domain.

For the ultimate in audio performance, the DVD-A1UDCI features all-new Advanced AL32 Processing, allowing digital upsampling of 16- and 24-bit digital signals to 32-bits. The player offers full on-board HD Audio decoding from Denon’s DDSC-HD branded circuitry, as well as allowing for Bit Stream Bypass to HDMI for Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution and DTS-HD Master Audio digital transmission to an AVR/AVP for decoding.

DENON LINK 4th Edition Further Enhances Audio and Video Performance
In yet another major advancement, the DVD-A1UDCI features the new DENON LINK 4th Edition digital interface, which significantly enhances both video and audio quality. DENON LINK 4th fully supports all digital audio transmission specifications, including SACD as well as CD and DVD-Audio. The 4th Edition of DENON LINK adds the exclusive Denon Flow Control feature; when using the HDMI interface for A/V output, Denon Flow Control takes over the Master Clock and Jitter control – a feature that will be especially useful when used with upcoming Denon A/V receivers. DENON LINK is a proprietary, high-quality digital audio transmission technology that utilizes a real-time balanced transmission system to protect the signal from external noise. With the new advanced DENON LINK 4th used in an HDMI connection, as well as for HD audio read from Blu-ray discs, the master clock that operates the D/A converter of the A/V surround amplifier is transmitted to the player, enabling the circuitry to be operated while sharing the same clock, thereby achieving digital audio transmission with virtually no jitter. Sound localization becomes more precise, and a greater sense of space is produced in the sound images. When combined with a Denon A/V surround sound receiver that supports DENON LINK 4th, users will now be able to enjoy the absolute maximum level of sonic quality possible with HD audio. Denon will make available a DENON LINK 4 upgrade for customers of the AVP-A1HDCI and AVR-5308CI; details to be announced shortly after the launch of the DVD-A1HDCI.

Solid, Virtually Vibration-Less Construction
The DVD-A1UDCI’s solid direct mechanical ground construction is engineered to virtually eliminate vibration. The unit’s structure was designd with a low center of gravity for maximum vibration resistance and quiet operaton. It features a heavy-duty dual-layer steel top cover, heavy-duty clamper cover, Zinc diecast mechanism case, as well as newly-developed floating dampers and a thin aluminium diecast tray. The unit’s power transformer, itself a source of vibration, is placed near the ground and immediately above the insulators to allow direct release to the ground and dramatically reduce the propagation of unwanted vibration or noise. Furthermore, the unit’s hybrid construction (using heterogenous materials) with dual-layer top cover and triple-layer bottom cover suppresses vibration and resonance, and specially built B.M.C. side panels in high-specific-gravity and high-density hybrid construction suppress vibration and resonance. Solid cast-iron insulators provide absorption of vibrations and release it to the ground. The unit rests firmly on four sturdy cast iron feet, with a rock solid bottom and internal "block" type structure. Gold-plated brass 7.1-channel analog outputs ensure reliability and long-lasting quality connections.

Onboard Ethernet Port for Advanced Internet Connectivity and More
For the highest level of connectivity to both a host of exciting current-day as well as future entertainment enhancements, the DVD-A1UDCI features an onboard Ethernet port that allows for Internet connectivity, firmware updates, BD Live interactivity and IP control. Dual, assignable, HDMI outputs are provided with the option of full audio and video output to 2 systems, or dedicate one HDMI for audio, the other for video – this option promotes a high level of jitter reduction for both signal paths. An SD card slot on the front panel allows for expanded memory for BD Live and Bonus View movie titles, as well as playback options for photos and music files. As with all Denon CI products, third-party control systems can also be managed via the RS-232C port.

Flagship Denon System Marks Another World’s First…
The introduction of the DVD-A1UDCI also marks the world's first fully balanced transmission of 2-channel analog sound in a universal Blu-ray player. When combined in the flagship system with Denon’s AVP-A1HDCI A/V Preamplifier and POA-A1HDCI 10-channel Power Amplifier, fully balanced transmission is made possible from the D/A converter of the player to amplification of the power amp. The resulting fully balanced circuits are extremely resistant to noise, as the plus and minus sides of the music signal are transmitted separately. Noise theoretically flowing to the ground can be ignored. If external noise occurs and disturbs the mutual waveform, the disturbance is canceled out at the end of the transmission when the plus and minus sides are combined, enabling the original music signal to be output virtually free of noise. In this way, the flagship system provides for the ultimate reproduction of audio quality.

The DVD-A1UDCI Universal Audio/Video Player joins Denon’s lineup of Bonus View Profile Blu-ray components, the DVD-1800BD Blu-ray Disc Player (SRP: $599), DVD-3800BDCI Blu-ray Disc Player ($1,999) and the DVD-2500BTCI (SRP: $899) Blu-ray Disc Transport, bringing custom installers and discriminating consumers a more affordable option for enjoying high-definition video and audio performance.

www.denon.com

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Xlnt Idea, Inc. Now Shipping Nexis 100 Pro Dual-Drive DVD/CD Publishing System

XLNT Idea Inc., a leading US-based Manufacturer of automated robotic desktop DVD and CD Printing, and Publishing Systems, is now shipping its new Nexis 100 Pro Dual Drive Publishing Solution. Featuring a two DVD/CD-R drive configuration, vastly improved print engine, and true six-color printing capability, the Nexis 100 Pro system represents XLNT Idea’s ongoing cutting edge design and engineering capability. Nexis 100 Pro also includes a new and improved version of XLNT Idea’s DiscWorks software, providing users with the most intuitive and user friendly job enabling and label editing application available today. The Nexis 100 Pro is available at an MSRP of $2495 and can be purchased from an authorized XLNT Idea VAR, Dealer or OEM partner.

Chuck Alcon Jr, Director of Sales and Marketing noted, "The Nexis 100 Pro provides our customers and channel partners with a better option for mid to high volume DVD / CD Ink Jet Publishing solutions, with the best value and lowest cost of ownership available today. The release of the Nexis 100 Pro is the end result of a long term, focused effort to build on our previous product designs and engineering, and develop a superior platform in contrast to competitive multi drive solutions.

Dale K, VP of Engineering added, "We committed all of our resources to creating the most reliable and performance oriented multi drive DVD / CD publishing system in the industry. Nexis 100 Pro features a unique modular design, high performance six color printer core, our patented media pick and place mechanism and improved DiscWorks software. And, Nexis 100 Pro is now manufactured in an ISO 9001 facility, assuring superior quality control and assurance."

www.xlntidea.com

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Aleratec DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower Copies Memory Cards and USB Flash Drives to DVDs and CDs and is a 1:3 DVD/CD Duplicator

Aleratec Inc., leading developer and manufacturer of "Prosumers' Choice" solutions for the USB, Flash, HDD, Blu-ray, DVD/CD, duplicating, and publishing markets, has launched its new DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower(tm) that copies flash memory cards and USB flash drives directly to DVD/CD and it is also a 1:3 DVD/CD Duplicator , all without a computer. The DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower supports disc spanning to four drives so the user can copy full 16GB flash memory cards commonly used by professional photographers. It copies files and images from volatile flash memory devices to secure and non-erasable DVDs or CDs for safe keeping. The DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower supports most popular flash memory cards, including CompactFlash, MemoryStick/Pro/Duo, SD Card, MiniSD, MicroSD and USB flash drives.

With the DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower, flash memory cards and USB flash drives can be successfully backed up to DVDs or CDs without tying up a computer and put back into productive use quickly. This is particularly important to any professional or user that frequently takes many photos or creates many large files in one session.

"With the DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower, flash memory cards and USB flash drives can be successfully backed up to DVDs or CDs without tying up a computer and put back into productive use quickly. This is particularly important to any professional or user that frequently takes many photos or creates many large files in one session," stated Perry Solomon, President and CEO of Aleratec. "When it is copying large flash cards or flash drives to DVDs or CDs, as the disc in the first drive fills, it will use its special disc spanning feature to resume copying on the disc in the next drive, and so on. The DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower will even tell the customer how many discs are needed to complete the job. With four writing drives, an Aleratec innovation, it can backup the 16GB flash memory cards used in many professional applications."

Almost in spite of its breakthrough advances, the new DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower (Aleratec Part # 310108, Ingram Micro SKU# V01574, Tech Data SKU# 90869M) has a low Estimated Retail Price of only $999. Proudly assembled in the USA from components sourced globally, the DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower has a distinctive 'Professional Black' look, highlighted with a 'cool blue' backlighted display, appealing to all users including Prosumers, Corporate, Government and Education. Now all can enjoy the most convenient and affordable way to store and share digital photos, and duplicate DVDs and CDs.

The DVD/CD Flash Copy Tower is a stand alone (no computer required) solution for reading flash memory cards and USB flash drives, then writing the data to DVDs or CDs. It also duplicates DVDs and CDs from one master to 3 targets producing 3 copies simultaneously. It incorporates unique flash memory card and flash drive reading logic that converts data to DVD and CD formats for duplication.

The full line of Aleratec solutions, and accessories is featured at AAFES, Adorama, Amazon.com, B&H Photo Video, Best Buy, Buy.com, CDW, Dell, Hewlett Packard, Insight, J & R, Mac Connection, MacMall, Meijer, Micro Center, NewEgg, Office Depot, PC Connection, PC Mall, PC Nation, ProVantage, Quill, QVC.com, Ritz Camera, Staples, Tech Depot and Wal-Mart in addition to other leading U.S. retailers. Government and Education customers may purchase from Government and Education Specialists including AAFES, B&H Photo Video Gov, Best Buy Gov/Ed, CDW-G, CompuCom, EnPointe, GovConnection, GTSI, Insight Gov, PC Mall Gov, Pomeroy, Sayers, Shi.com, Softchoice, telcobuy, TIG, and Unisys. All products are available to resellers in the U.S. through D&H Distributing, Ingram Micro, and Tech Data; in Canada through D&H Canada and Ingram Micro Canada; in Latin America and the Caribbean through Tech Data Miami.

Complete information available at www.aleratec.com.

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Appeals Court Affirms District Court Ruling That Qualcomm Abused Standards Setting Process and Engaged in Litigation Misconduct

Broadcom Corporation (Nasdaq: BRCM), a global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications, announced that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit today upheld a decision by a federal judge in San Diego that Qualcomm (Nasdaq: QCOM) violated its duty to disclose its patents to a standards body and that, as a result, the patents are unenforceable against products practicing the standard at issue.

In today's ruling, the appeals court agreed with the district court "that Qualcomm intentionally organized a plan to shield its patents from consideration by the JVT, intending to later obtain royalties from H.264-compliant products."

The appeals court ruling is the latest chapter in a case that began in 2005 when Qualcomm sued Broadcom, alleging infringement of two patents related to the H.264 digital video compression standard, promulgated by the Joint Video Team (JVT). A jury unanimously found that Broadcom did not infringe the patents, and also recommended that the judge find that Qualcomm misled the JVT by failing to disclose its patents.

U.S. District Court Judge Rudi Brewster agreed with the jury's recommendation, subsequently ruling that Qualcomm had engaged in standards abuse and attempted to cover it up through aggravated litigation misconduct: "In light of all of the . . . evidence finally revealed, the eventual collapse of Qualcomm's concealment efforts exposes the carefully orchestrated plan and the deadly determination of Qualcomm to achieve its goal of holding hostage the entire industry desiring to practice the H.264 standard." Judge Brewster held that Qualcomm thereby waived its rights to enforce the patents, and ordered Qualcomm to pay all of Broadcom's reasonable attorneys' fees and costs reasonably incurred by Broadcom in defending the patent infringement case that led to the rulings.

"Qualcomm's standards abuse in this case is just the tip of the iceberg," said David Rosmann, Broadcom's Vice President, Intellectual Property Litigation. "We believe Qualcomm has violated the rules of the cellular standards bodies as well, a fact we are determined to bring to light in our other pending cases."

www.broadcom.com

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