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tecStream Networking from UStec

UStec, a leader in digital home-networking, has announced a prototype firmware upgrade to its tecStream network that supports high definition televisions (HDTVs). The current tecStream product, available on the market since August 2005, enables multi-room distribution of video, audio, infrared control, Ethernet and power for tecStream over a single Cat-5 cable, allowing users to access audio-video content from any device on the tecStream network.

While the version of tecStream currently on the market does not yet support the networking of HD devices such as HD set-top boxes and HDTVs, it is already capable of distributing 16 HD video streams simultaneously throughout the home, and has the IEEE1394 connectivity required to network IEEE1394 devices such as HD cable set-top boxes and HDTVs.

NOTES: The concept is simple. What works in one location works everywhere. tecStream provides all the benefits of digital entertainment all through the house.

Easy plug and play setup. Simple, intuitive operation. No lengthy manuals, complicated IP setup or worries about viruses. What's more, tecStream converts analog signals from today's VCRs, DVDs, and set-top boxes to its all-digital network, allowing you to transition to digital at your own pace.

One Remote Controls It All

The tecStream remote control allows you to handle all the devices on the network -- from set-top boxes and media PCs to DVD players and DVRs. With one remote control for every location, you can do virtually everything, including:

• Change channels, scroll cable or satellite menus
• Adjust volume, mute
• Play, rewind, or fast forward movies or recorded programs
• Record easily with a quick record button
• Control your DVR
• Select music and photos from CD players or media PCs