New Rapid Install DSU/CSU Priced to Capture Market.

Business/High-Tech Editors

SIMI VALLEY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 9, 2000

HT Communications Inc. announces the LineMaker II, a low cost, low profile 56/64 Kbps DSU/CSU which installs itself automatically. The LineMaker II simplifies installation by using its own dynamic line-sensing capability to eliminate set-up complications for the user.

The LineMaker II is smaller than a typical desktop modem and can accommodate 56/64 Kbps, leased lines or Frame Relay digital network services. Using technology developed for HT's circuit tester, the LOOKER(TM), LineMaker II determines the line rate of the connected DDS service and configures itself accordingly. A front panel display indicates the detected line rate.

The product bundles V.35 or EIA530 DTE interfaces, local loopback, V.54 remote loopback, and push buttons to configure special test modes, all in a compact 1.5-inch x 5.5-inch x 5.25-inch enclosure. The LineMaker II is available through resellers at a list price of $325.

HT Communications manufactures a broad line of data communications equipment, which it markets under its own name through resellers, and under private label. Some of the company's newest products include a family of Frame Relay access devices, including the AsyncFramer, which is an eight-port FRAD and Asynchronous Statistical Multiplexer in one common package.