Silicon Investor (SI) -- The First Internet Community

STOCKTALK

We've detected that you're using an ad content blocking browser plug-in or feature. Ads provide a critical source of revenue to the continued operation of Silicon Investor. We ask that you disable ad blocking while on Silicon Investor in the best interests of our community. If you are not using an ad blocker but are still receiving this message, make sure your browser's tracking protection is set to the 'standard' level.

Technology Stocks : COM21 (CMTO) -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: Bradley W. Price who wrote (139)	1/9/1999 1:00:00 AM
From: pat mudge	Respond to of 2347

First, from Com21: <<<< Com21 Demonstrates Unique Return Path Multiplexer at Cable '98 New product significantly reduces upstream noise funneling and headend capital investment. Milpitas, CA, April 20, 1998 -- Com21, Inc., worldwide cable modem system manufacturer, today announced that it will demonstrate the new Return Path Multiplexer (RPM) in its booth at Cable '98. The RPM solves the HFC noise funneling problem and dramatically reduces headend capital investment for cable modem deployments. Beta tests of the Return Path Multiplexer are scheduled to begin this quarter. The live demonstration will consist of several return paths connected to an RPM which will be connected to a single Com21 ComCONTROLLER receiver, versus the typical configuration of one receiver per return path. As a result, an operator with a large number of return paths can use one Com21 ComCONTROLLER to serve up to 96 return paths, thus reducing the amount of headend equipment required to deploy a cable data network. The RPM employs intelligent multiplexing to only allow signals from one return path at a time to the ComCONTROLLER's receiver. Thus, noise from the remaining seven returns is blocked at the RPM. The RPM's high speed RF switching opens and closes to allow data to pass on whichever return path is required, but does not allow more than one to be open to the receiver at any given time. In addition to the new Return Path Multiplexer, Com21 will be demonstrating a variety of cable modem technologies in both the Com21 and partner booths. Some of the new technologies Com21 will be showcasing include an MCNS prototype cable modem, Voice over IP (VoIP) technology, and the new entry-level ComCONTROLLER 2000. The MCNS prototype cable modem will be connected to a Cisco Universal Broadband Router (UBR) running an on-line gaming application. Attendees will be able to place a call to anywhere in the world using voice over cable technology provided by Vienna Systems connected to Com21's Community Access system. The ComCONTROLLER 2000 is a compact version of the full-sized ComCONTROLLER and is functionally identical, housing the same, yet less, ComCONTROLLER modules. In addition, Com21 is hosting an MSO forum where Com21 customers will be discussing their cable system, the applications they provide, and their data-over-cable pricing strategies. Throughout the show, speakers from various cable companies will present various topics such as how Com21 equipment has enabled them to improve the design of their data-over-cable systems and allowed them to increase revenue per subscriber. In partner booths, Com21 will be in Cisco's booth exhibiting an MCNS solution and in the Microsoft booth demonstrating high-speed interactive gaming. Com21 equipment will also be showing in several booths, including @ Home and service provider Media City's ISP Channel. Finally, Com21 will be participating in the new Cable Broadband Forum being launched at Cable '98 in Atlanta. Com21 Inc., designs, develops, markets and sells value-added, high-speed communications solutions for the broadband access market. The Company's ComUNITY Access system enables cable operators to provide high-speed, cost-effective Internet access to corporate telecommuter, small office/home office ("SOHO") and residential users in the U.S. and internationally, and enables them to address the distinct price, performance, security and other needs of these different end-user groups. Com21's products include headend equipment, subscriber cable modems, network management software and noise containment technologies. Posted: June 25, 1998 <<<< Then, from Vienna Systems: viennasys.com Regular phone service Vienna Gateways are installed at Head Ends in different calling regions within the cable network. Customers simply call a local gateway, enter a PIN for authentication, and dial the destination number. Or, callers can perform "on-net" calling and receive dial tone from the cable operator to initiate their call. In both cases, Vienna's sophisticated Call Processing Server routes the call to the nearest gateway on the cable network and delivers it to the public telephone network for completion. The Server produces Call Detail Records that interface with existing billing packages, allowing calls to be included on the subscribers' monthly statement. Cable Operators have the option of providing phone service on a flat rate per month, or billing subscribers based on actual usage. Cable operators can easily expand calling service areas to offer national and international calling by partnering with Cable Operators in other regions or countries. Hope this helps. Pat

To: Bradley W. Price who wrote (139)	1/9/1999 1:01:00 AM
From: pat mudge	Respond to of 2347

Bradley -- Here's a diagram: viennasys.com

To: Bradley W. Price who wrote (139)	1/11/1999 4:55:00 PM
From: pat mudge	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 2347

Industry news: <<< January 11, 1999 16:44 Cox Communications Announces 1999 Growth Projections ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 11, 1999--Cox Communications, Inc. today announced in conjunction with the Salomon Smith Barney Global Entertainment, Media & Telecommunications Conference its anticipated growth during 1999 for its core cable business and advanced broadband services, including digital television, high-speed Internet access and residential telephone service. The company estimates it will reach the 450,000 to 500,000 Revenue Generating Unit mark by year-end 1999 for its three new residential services: Cox@Home, Cox Digital Telephone and Cox Digital TV. Revenue Generating Units (RGU) are a measure of customer counts for each individual Cox service. For example, a household subscribing to Cox Cable, Cox@Home, Cox Digital Telephone and Cox Digital TV would account for four RGUs, three of which would be from new services. Cox has adopted this metric to more accurately account for new service units as it continues to evolve into a full-service communications provider. Additionally, Cox expects in 1999 to achieve continued growth in its core cable business, currently counting 3.8 million customers, with basic customer growth in the 2.0 to 2.5 percent range. Revenue Generating Units, including both basic cable customers and new service units, are estimated to grow 375,000 to 400,000 in 1999, representing growth of 9 to 11 percent. Cox expects pro forma 1999 revenue growth of 11 to 14 percent over 1998, with 1999 pro forma Operating Cash Flow growth estimated at 8 to 10 percent. Additionally, Cox's financial health is strengthened by the continued significant growth of its off-balance sheet investments, including stakes in AT&T, Sprint PCS and At Home Corporation. Cox last week announced the sale of its 11.9 percent stake in United Kingdom cable and telephone provider Telewest Communications plc, as Cox continues to focus on its domestic core business strategy. Continued capital investment in its broadband network will provide Cox with an estimated 67 percent of its plant upgraded to 750 MHz capacity with two-way interactivity by the end of 1999, further expanding Cox's opportunity to generate incremental revenue. By year-end 2000, Cox plans to have 80 percent of its plant upgraded to this level. "We anticipate healthy growth for new services in the coming year, as we launch services in additional markets and expand the footprint in existing markets for telephone and high-speed Internet services," Jimmy Hayes, Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, commented. "We also will continue to focus intently on integrating new services into our core business operations in the year ahead." Any statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The words "estimate," "anticipate" and other expressions that indicate future events and trends identify forward-looking statements. These forward looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from historical results or those Cox anticipates. Factors that could have a material and adverse impact on actual results are described in Cox's current report on Form 8-K, dated January 8, 1999. All forward-looking statements in this press release are qualified by reference to the cautionary statements included in Cox's Form 8-K. Cox undertakes no obligation to publicly release the results of any revisions to these forward-looking statements made in this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. Cox Communications, Inc. (NYSE:COX) is among the nation's largest broadband communications companies, serving 3.8 million customers. As a full-service provider of telecommunications products, Cox offers an array of services, including cable television under the Cox Cable brand; local and long distance telephone services under the Cox Digital Telephone brand; high speed Internet access via Cox@Home; advanced digital video programming services under the Cox Digital TV brand; and commercial voice and data services via Cox Business Services. Cox is an equity owner of Sprint PCS, the nation's first national wireless personal communications service (PCS); and is also an investor in numerous programming networks, including Discovery Channel. More information about Cox Communications can be accessed on the Internet at www.cox.com. <<<<<