I know we trade on T/A but since HLIT has been "in play" on this board read this:
Harmonic Unveils World's First Node-CMTS; Harmonic Achieves Major Technological Breakthrough with CMTS in the Node, Leverages Synergies Created by Recent DiviCom Acquisition
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 5, 2000--Harmonic Inc. (Nasdaq:HLIT) today announced the introduction of a new, bi-directional transmission technology for delivering advanced services in the Hybrid Fiber Coax (HFC) access network. At this week's Cable-Tec Expo in Las Vegas, Harmonic will be displaying the world's first optical node that brings the intelligence and functionality of a DOCSIS CMTS (Cable Modem Termination System) deep into the network's architecture. Operating as a Layer 2 bridge and using baseband Ethernet transmission over an HFC network, NODEcmts technology will provide operators yet another advanced tool for delivering interactive services to their customers. By providing Ethernet over HFC capability, Harmonic becomes the first and only HFC solution provider that can support baseband Ethernet, broadband digital and broadband analog over DWDM and Coarse WDM from an optical node. The NODEcmts is the first technology to leverage the synergies between Harmonic's HFC optical node capabilities and the expertise of the newly merged, Boulder, Colorado-based DiviCom IP networking group.
"Our customers are faced with a variety of complex and diverse problems when building and upgrading networks that can handle expanding IP data delivery requirements," commented Tony Ley, Harmonic's President and CEO. "Our strategy is to develop a broad set of technically superior, standards-based solutions that cost-effectively meet this range of requirements. The NODEcmts is the latest example of Harmonic's ability to deliver on this strategy. Baseband Ethernet transmission is an innovative approach to delivering advanced services in the HFC access network. We are excited to be introducing the technology to the market while at the same time broadening our node expertise. Harmonic looks forward to helping operators leverage this expertise as they build and upgrade their networks."
Harmonic/DiviCom Synergies
Harmonic's node platform provides operators a range of transmission technologies that optimize forward and return path transmission deep in the HFC network. DiviCom's expertise in IP data delivery over interactive cable networks, combined with Harmonic's optical fiber expertise in delivering advanced services over HFC networks, has greatly strengthened Harmonic's development of the NODEcmts technology. Designed to operate as a Layer 2 bridge, the NODEcmts on display at Harmonic's booth combines the Physical Layer (PHY) -- which consists of the QAM modulator, RF upconverter, and QPSK/QAM demodulator -- with the Media Access Control (MAC) Layer -- which controls and routes the IP traffic. In the upstream, multiple independent RF signals from subscriber terminals are demodulated, aggregated via TDM and transmitted via baseband Ethernet from the node over an HFC Ethernet switching fabric to the headend. In the downstream, Ethernet traffic is received and processed by the NODEcmts, converted to RF signals, and routed to individual service subscribers. The NODEcmts module is approximately 5.5 inches high, 6 inches wide and 1.25 inches deep. By extending the capability of Harmonic's node portfolio, operators can create a customized solution that flexibly and cost-effectively meets their business objectives. For more information on Harmonic's node solutions, see www.harmonicinc.com.
The NODEcmts has been designed to be DOCSIS compliant and will be submitted for CableLabs certification prior to deployment, expected in mid 2001. The NODEcmts is on display at the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers' Cable-Tec Expo 2000, June 5-7, 2000, Las Vegas Convention Center, Harmonic booth 1421.
About Harmonic Inc.
Harmonic is a leading provider of innovative broadband solutions that deliver video, voice and data to communications providers around the world. Harmonic's technically advanced fiber optic, digital video and IP data delivery systems enable network operators to provide a range of interactive and advanced digital services that include high-speed Internet access, telephony, digital video, HDTV, video & audio streaming, and video-on-demand.
Headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., Harmonic employs approximately 950 people and operates more than 15 R&D and sales & system integration centers globally. Harmonic's customer base includes the world's largest communications providers. Harmonic's stock is traded on the Nasdaq stock market under the symbol "HLIT." For more information, check the company's website at www.harmonicinc.com.
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the synergies of the merger with C-Cube Microsystems; the ability to cost-effectively meet the needs of network operators; the continued upgrade and build out of cable networks and Harmonic's participation therein, within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. In addition, actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of the risk factors set forth in documents that Harmonic files with the SEC, specifically reports on Form 10-K and 10-Q.
Note to Editors: Product and company names used here are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
CONTACT:
Harmonic
Joyce Smaragdis, 408/542-2692
joyce.smaragdis@harmonicinc.com
Jeff Day, 408/543-2328
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