Houston, Texas (ContentDesk) July 28, 2005 ?- Meedio LLC, a leader in home entertainment and control software, today announced the availability of Meedio Express, a free software application for Microsoft? Windows? 2000 and Windows XP computers that lets users enjoy digital photo albums, slideshows, and music using their TV and remote control. Meedio Express is based on a limited version of the award-winning Meedio Essentials platform which lets users collect, categorize, and enjoy all of their digital media files from a central media library.Meedio Express is free for personal, non-commercial use and includes a music library, music player, picture albums, picture slideshows, scheduled music importer, program launcher, multi-user logins with PIN access, and five full-screen themes that can be navigated with a remote control. Meedio Express can be seamlessly upgraded to Meedio Pro for even more digital entertainment features:* Unlimited custom themes * Access to over 200 custom plugins * DVD and video player * Media file browser * Music jukebox * CD player with autoplay and automatic download of CD information * Weather conditions, forecasts, and maps * File browser * Internet browser * Home automation interfaces * Email access * RSS news access * Comics * Digital video recorder (DVR) * View and record from multiple tuners at the same time with no additional fees. * Electronic Program Guide (EPG) * Search and browse programs by time, channel, title, keyword, cast, or any custom-defined categories. * Record from a direct video input or from external cable and satellite boxes.
* Record programs once or every time they are on, with repeat detection and prioritization. * Easy on-screen setup wizard. All Meedio Pro customers will also be eligible for free upgrades to upcoming releases that include planned support for HDTV, DVB, remote tuners, and a web interface.About MeedioHeadquartered in Houston, Texas, Meedio develops innovative software for digital home entertainment and automation systems. Meedio provides a robust middleware platform, a suite of plug-in applications, a customizable user interface, and an extensible media library. Meedio's software is enjoyed by users in more than 40 countries and is licensed to resellers, OEMs, and ISVs worldwide.
Visit Meedio online at http://www.meedio.com. Microsoft? and Windows? are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.For more information:Alan CheslowVice President, Marketing(877) 633-3461 x704e-mail protected from spam botshttp://www.meedio.com/press.
SnapStream Media Announces Support for Market-Leading Digital / HDTV Tuner Cards from ATI Technologies, AVerMedia?, and DViCO
(ContentDesk) November 10, 2005 --
SnapStream Media, Inc. a leader in digital home entertainment products, announced today that Beyond TV 4 offers official compatibility with digital ATSC tuner cards manufactured by market-leading TV tuner card manufacturers including ATI Technologies Inc. (TSX: ATY, NASDAQ: ATYT),
AVerMedia, and DViCO.Official compatibility means that users of ATI, AVerMedia Technology, and DVICO TV tuner cards can confidently assemble PC-based DVRs with SnapStreams award-winning Beyond TV DVR software.
Compatible cards include:"???ATIs HDTV Wonder"???AVerMedias AVerTVTMHD"???DViCOs FusionHDTV5 Lite"???DViCOs FusionHDTV5 Gold Plus"???DViCOs FusionHDTV5 USB GoldBeyond TV also supports aftermarket HDTV tuner cards manufactured by ADS Tech, Kworld, and VBox.
A complete list of compatible TV tuner cards is available on the company's website at www.snapstream.com.Beyond...
Best Satellite TV Offer -- DIRECTV or DISH Network?
Best Satellite TV Offer
Due to the fierce competition between DISH Network and DIRECTV, both providers are promoting satellite TV offers that include free equipment, free installation, and free HD and DVR receivers in order to get your business. In addition they're also offering cheap introductory programming rates.
Here's a rundown on what DISH Network and DIRECTV have to offer ...
Best Equipment Offer
DISH Network
Acquiring a complete satellite system from DISH Network won't cost you a penny.
They're currently giving away everything you need to receive DISH Network programming ?- the dish, up to four receivers, and remote controls.
In addition, DISH Network is offering their HD (high definition) receivers and DVR (digital video recording) receivers free of charge too.
Installation also is free, and you can have a system installed in as little as 24...
Digitech Introduces a 32-Channel Version of its Popular DigiView(tm) Digital Recording System
(ContentDesk) November 21, 2005 -- Known for its continuing stream of fresh technology for security applications, Digitech International now expands its lineup of digital video recorders with a device that handles up to 32 separate camera signals for display and recording. The DigiView(tm) Digital Recording System, first introduced almost a decade ago, serves as the heart of a video surveillance system, complementing the DigiView Plus(tm) series of security cameras."In today's marketplace, owners must protect themselves from liabilities on their own property," says Randy Johnston, Director of Business Development. "Displayed on the large, beautiful flat screen monitors that have now become affordable, the multiple camera images also help build the high security look that appeals to tenants and prospects. By using a large monitor and the 32-Channel DigiView(tm), the security display can cover more of the site and still give management a quick overview by glancing over a single monitor....
Digitech Introduces a 32-Channel Version of its Popular DigiView(tm) Digital Recording System
DirecTV and DISH Network ? How Do The Two Leading Satellite TV Providers Stack Up?
If you live in the U.S. and want satellite TV systems, you have basically two choices.
Yes, there are other providers out there, but for most viewers, DirecTV and DISH Network offer the most choices for the least money, although Pegasus and Voom are fast becoming major contenders in the satellite television industry.
Competition being what it is, both DirecTV and DISH Network offer similar services and constantly adjust to add features and outdo their rivals.
So how do you choose between the two?
A side-by-side comparison of the services and prices shows some differences that help customers decide which service best fits their viewing needs.
But first, a little background on each provider might be helpful.DirecTVThe company known as The DirecTV Group is made up of four main units, which include DirecTV U.S., DirecTV Latin America, PanAmSat, and Hughes Network Systems (HNS).
As a group, the organization serves over 12 million U.S. satellite...
S&C's PureWave UPS System Manages Power Quality in College Computer Room
Franklin, WI
November 5, 2003
-? Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, GA, has selected S&C Electric Company's PureWave UPS? System to maintain consistent power quality to the computer room supporting their information technology activities.
Short-duration voltage sags and power outages were adversely affecting the productivity of students using the PCs in the room and were causing problems to the air conditioning system as well.
The college wanted to increase the number of PCs in the room and knew that maintaining power quality to the computers and the requisite additional air conditioning equipment was a must.
One problem: No indoor floor space was available for the power protection equipment.
In June 2003, a 140-KW, 208-volt S&C PureWave UPS System was procured and installed outdoors, along with a back-up generator.
S&C's PureWave UPS System is the only uninterruptible power supply system designed to stand...
S&C's PureWave UPS System Manages Power Quality in College Computer Room
DISH Network Satellite TV Receivers - Which One is Best?
DISH Network Satellite TV Receivers
A satellite TV receiver is the electronic box that decodes and sends the satellite signal to your television.
DVR (digital video reorder) satellite TV receivers can also let you record live TV shows, skip through commercials, and pause the show you're watching so you can get a snack or answer the phone.
Here's a review of DISH Network satellite TV receivers:
Free DISH Network Satellite TV Receivers
DISH Network offers two free standard receivers:
* The DISH 311 receiver has one tuner for viewing satellite TV programs on one television.
* The DISH 322 receiver has two tuners for independent TV viewing on two separate televisions.
DISH Network offers one free DVR receiver, the DVR 625, that allows you to:
* Pause and rewind live satellite TV programs
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Smarter Security Unveils SmarterCam
(ContentDesk) September 17, 2005 -- SmarterCam is a range of integrated solutions consisting of low power IR cameras, a solar power kit, and wireless transmission technology that can be operated from virtually any location. Cameras are self-powered and can transmit video over point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, or cellular wireless transmission. SmarterCam is available in short, medium and long distance configurations to meet virtually any wireless video transmission needs. The system allows for live video to be accessed 24 hours per day, 365 days a year even if the sun is not shining. SmarterCam also features an optional unique "event-triggered" activation system which drives power consumption, and therefore costs, to a minimum.
By utilizing its unique motion detection hardware, the camera and video transmitter are in sleep mode, using no power, until triggered by the motion detector when something of a large size enters the zone (e.g. a person or car). Once triggered, the camera...
Smarter Security Unveils SmarterCam
The Off-Road Choice
A compact crossover SUV from Land Rover, the Land Rover Freelander had its humble beginnings in the year of 1998 when it was officially introduced to the automotive world. This vehicle was designed so as to compete with the Jeep Liberty, the Toyota RAV4, and other similar vehicles. When this vehicle came to North America, it served as a pioneer for the premium compact SUV segment. This vehicle is powered by a V6 engine. The Land Rover Freelander is a vehicle that has been designed for...