ABL and FASTCOMM Complete Compatibility Testing for Video-Over-Frame Relay Videconferencing.STERLING, Vancouver--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 30, 1997--(ME, TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). :ABL.) FastComm Communications Corp. and ABL Canada Inc. today released the results of compatibility tests conducted at both the ABL Video Labs in Montreal and FastComm headquarters here. The companies tested FastComm's popular EtherFRAD frame relay access device (communications) Frame Relay Access Device - (FRAD) Hardware and software that turns packets from TCP, SNA, IPX, etc into frames that can be sent over a Frame Relay wide area network. and ABL's revolutionary VT2C Apollo video codec (1) A hardware circuit that converts analog video (NTSC, PAL, SECAM) into digital code and vice versa. The term may refer to only the A/D and D/A conversion, or it may include the compression technique for further reducing the signal (definition #2 below). See codec. without a visible error. The Apollo equipment, now commercially available, will be displayed and demonstrated in the FastComm exhibit, booth 8523, at Networld+Interop in the Atlanta Convention Center, 8-10 October 1997. "Video over frame relay A high-speed packet switching protocol used in wide area networks (WANs). Providing a granular service of up to DS3 speed (45 Mbps), it has become popular for LAN to LAN connections across remote distances, and services are offered by most major carriers. is a huge step forward in frame relay functionality, and an area of increasing interest among large end user organizations," said Peter C. Madsen, FastComm president. "We are very pleased to be part of this progress toward expanded applications for frame relay and look forward to participating in the industry's growth." Our testing clearly demonstrates that ABL can deliver video over Frame Relay that is compatible with equipment installed in public networks Frame Networks or on customer premises" said William McKenzie, ABL's President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "This further cements our position as an acknowledged leader in the transmission of video at any bandwidth over any type of network". In the tests, the Apollo codec (1) (enCOder/DECoder) A hardware circuit that performs analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) and digital-to-analog (DAC) conversion. When analog signals are entered into a computer, cellphone or other device via a microphone or video source such as VHS tape or analog TV, transmited world standard H.320 Video in Frame Relay packets through an on-board frame converter. Frame Relay addressing allows the device to route video to any address on a Frame Relay Network. The FastComm EtherFRADs accepted the codec's output, and switched the video frames across the frame relay transmission line. EtherFRADs are easily configured as frame relay concentrators and switches, in addition to handling a large number of LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. +Legacy(TM) protocols. Frame Relay users world wide employ this service at various transmission speeds, from 56 kbit/s to 2 Mbit/s and even 45 Mbit/s. FR is an economically and operationally attractive alternative to leased lines, ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. circuit- switched connections, and traditional packet-switched services like X.25. Frame relay allows users to multiplex video, voice, and data on the same Frame Relay access line to the network service, greatly reducing the costs and complexity of multiprotol or multi-application networks. For more information, or to request a data sheet of any FastComm product, phone (703)318-7750; Email to info@fastcomm.com; or consult the FastComm home page on the World Wide Web at http://www.fastcomm.com. Forward looking statements are made in this release pursuant to the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. 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Investors are cautioned that all forward looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, the timing of new announcements or introductions by the Company and its competitors, the hiring and retention of key employees, competitive pricing pressures, dependence on third party for components and products, general economic conditions in the United States and international markets, and the risk factors detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports and registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. ABL Canada Inc, from facilities in Montreal, Canada, develops, produces, and markets advanced digital equipment for companies choosing to enhance theirnetwork capabilities for the integrated, simultaneous delivery of multimedia voice, data, and video. ABL specializes in video codecs, optical fiber multiplexers, and broadband switches for multimedia transmission over optical fiber, ISDN, and Frame Relay networks, for wide ranging applications including distance learning, video conferencing, remote surveillance, and broadcast and cable television distribution. ABL markets and services its products in over 55 countries through its offices in the United States, Canada, and Europe and through a network of distributors and resellers world wide. ABL is traded on the Montreal and Toronto stock exchanges Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) Canada's largest stock exchange, trading approximately 1,200 company stocks and 33 options. under the symbol ABL. FastComm Communications Corp. (FSCX, NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on ) designs, manufactures, and sells access products for public and private digital networks. Its products include X.25 and Frame Relay concentrators, Voice and Data FRADs, and Internet access routers; T-1/E-1 ATM access equipment; Frame Relay testers to speed installations; leased line and Switched 56 CSU/DSUs; SuperView(TM) data switch for managing multiple remote devices; and a family of high speed data compressors. CONTACT: ABL Canada Inc. George Petrolekas, 514/ 344-5432 514/ 344-5439 (FAX) George.Petrolekas@abl.ca http://www.abl.ca |
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