Zoom Ships USB Modem.BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 2, 1999-- Zoom Telephonics, Inc., has begun shipping USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. (Universal Serial Bus See USB. (hardware, standard) Universal Serial Bus - (USB) An external peripheral interface standard for communication between a computer and external peripherals over an inexpensive cable using biserial transmission. ) versions of its award-winning 56K V.90 external modem. The Zoom/FaxModem 56K USB is available in models for both Windows (Model 2985) and Macintosh iMAC(R) and Power Mac(R) computers with a USB port (Model 2986). Use of the USB port allows simplified installation and faster performance. The modem plugs into a computer's external USB jack. Configuration is automatic and without the potential conflicts of an RS-232 serial port or an internal modem. An external power supply is not needed as the modem obtains its power from the USB port. The performance of the Zoom/FaxModem 56K USB can be significantly better than that of a 56K modem that connects to a computer through a serial port. USB operates at speeds up to 12 Mbps; much faster than an RS-232 serial port. The modem is capable of receiving data from an Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ), online service, or corporate 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. over a standard phone line at speeds up to 56 Kbps uncompressed or 230.4 Kbps with compression. Outgoing data is transmitted at uncompressed speeds of up to 33.6 Kbps. Estimated retail price of the Zoom/FaxModem 56K USB is $99. Like other 56K modems in the company product line, the Zoom/FaxModem 56K USB is Dualmode, supporting both the V.90 ITU Standard and K56flex, the most commonly used pre-standard 56K technology. The Zoom Dualmode feature automatically selects V.90, K56flex, or if necessary, 33.6 Kbps or slower speed to achieve the fastest compatible connection. The Zoom/FaxModem 56K USB features a re-programmable Digital Signal Processor A digital signal processor (DSP) is a specialized microprocessor designed specifically for digital signal processing, generally in real-time computing. Characteristics of typical Digital Signal Processors
Like all Zoom Dualmode modems, the Zoom/FaxModem 56K USB includes V.80 capability for compatibility with H.324 Standard point-to-point videotelephony Videotelephony A means of simultaneous, two-way communication comprising both audio and video elements. Participants in a video telephone call can both see and hear each other in real time. over regular phone lines. Additional features include Distinctive Ring support to automatically route voice, fax and data calls, extended status reporting, and ZoomGuard(tm) lightning protection. ZoomGuard provides superior protection against lightning, the number one cause of modem failure. ZoomGuard is not only better than the "varistor" protection found on other modems, but also outperforms most stand-alone surge protectors. A full range of status lights on the Zoom/Faxmodem 56K USB provides more information on the device's performance than reporting systems on other USB modems. The Zoom/Faxmodem 56K USB is backed by Zoom Telephonics' outstanding seven-year warranty. Zoom Telephonics, a communications leader since 1977, designs, produces and markets faxmodems, Wireless LAN products, Home Phoneline Networking devices, ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. products and other products that link people and their personal computers through the world's largest network, the international telephone network, and connected networks including the Internet and corporate local area networks. Zoom Telephonics is publicly traded on 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 (NASDAQ:ZOOM). Zoom products are produced in Boston, Massachusetts and sold worldwide. |
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