CyberLink's DTCP-IP Solution Enables Playback of Japanese HDTV Content on Sony Notebooks.TAIPEI, Taiwan -- CyberLink Corp. (TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). :5203.TW), a world leader in digital home solutions, released details of it cooperation with Sony Corporation featuring a software solution that enables the playback of high-definition TV content (one time recording) on selected Sony VAIO (Video Audio Integrated Operation) Sony's trade name for its desktop and laptop PCs. In mid-1998, Sony introduced its 505G series of subnotebooks that were the first in ultra-thin Pentium portables. notebooks in Japan. This software application, based on the Digital Transmission of Content Protection over Internet Protocol (DTCP-IP) standard, has been incorporated into Sony VAIO notebooks featuring the VAIO Media entertainment software, allowing users to access Japan's ISDB-T ISDB-T Integrated Services Digital Broadcasting - Terrestrial digital television programs across their home network. In addition, the same functionality can also be enabled on a Sony VAIO desktop with an HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) An encryption system for enforcing digital rights management (DRM) over DVI and HDMI interfaces. The copy protection system (DRM) resides in the computer, DVD player or set-top box. display. CyberLink's DTCP-IP solution conforms to Japanese regulations for the distribution of digital television, as defined by the Japanese Association for Radio Industries and Businesses (ARIB). According to these regulations, the sharing of content within the home is permitted, whereas the unfettered distribution of protected content to third parties outside the home is prohibited. "CyberLink has long been a leader in the world of DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. playback on the PC," said Alice H. Chang, 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. of CyberLink Corp. "But we have now extended our capabilities to become an enabler of premium HDTV content within the digital home." About CyberLink CyberLink Corp. is the maker of award-winning applications PowerDVD, PowerDirector, PowerCinema, and DVD Solution. CyberLink has built a solid reputation for delivering high-quality, competitive products that add value to OEM customers and end-users alike. Business partners include leaders in the PC hardware industry: drive manufacturers, graphics card makers, and top-5 desktop and notebook brands. CyberLink's digital multimedia range includes software for capturing and editing videos, authoring DVDs, and burning Blu-ray Discs and HD DVDs. CyberLink's digital entertainment products include playback solutions for accessing and enjoying media within the digital home, including instant-on applications for Linux and Windows XP Embedded An enhanced version of Windows XP for compact applications such as PDAs, handhelds and other appliances that use the x86 CPU. It supports such features as CompactPCI and the ability to boot from flash memory or CD-ROM. platforms. CyberLink is also developing products for handheld platforms and streaming media content. CyberLink's training solutions provide tools for creating training content, managing employee performance, and delivering online training programs. CyberLink listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSEC) Established in 1961, the only centralized securities market in Taiwan. (TSE:5203.TW) in 2000 and has posted positive year-on-year results ever since. CyberLink has operations in North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific including Japan, with its worldwide headquarters located in Taipei. For more information, please visit: http://www.cyberlink.com/ or visit our Press Room. All companies and product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and are the sole property of their respective owners. Copyright (C) 2006 CyberLink Corp. All rights reserved. |
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