Linksys Introduces Wireless Multimedia Product for Home Entertainment

Strategic Insights -

Linksys, a division of Cisco Systems, has introduced a new wireless multimedia product that combines a high-end DVD player with wireless media link capabilities. The product allows users to wirelessly distribute digital video, music, and pictures stored on a PC to view and play on a TV and/or stereo system. The device enables users to play DVDs, audio CDs, and video CDs, and also supports progressive scan technology for high-definition video.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Linksys DVD Player with Wireless-G Media Link (WMLD54G) is a wireless multimedia product that combines a DVD player and a media link adapter.
  • The product enables users to wirelessly stream digital content from their computer to their TV or stereo at data rates up to 54 Mbps.
  • The device supports four types of digital content: digital video, music, pictures, and Internet radio.
  • The product has a progressive scan DVD player that enables users to view high-quality images on high-definition (HD) and HD-Ready televisions.
  • The Wireless-G Media Link works in peer-to-peer mode, eliminating the need for an internet connection for media streaming.
  • Linksys will continue to develop new features and services for the product, which are expected to be announced at the time of product availability.
  • The product is expected to be available for purchase through various channels by the end of Q1 CY 2004.

Statistics:

  • The wireless network becomes the backbone of a home's entertainment infrastructure with the ability to deliver digital media from the PC and Internet to other multimedia products around the home.
  • The product supports data rates up to 54 Mbps, enabling fast and reliable media streaming.
  • The progressive scan technology enables users to view high-quality images on high-definition (HD) and HD-Ready televisions.

Sources:

  • "Linksys Announces DVD Player with Wireless-G Link" (PR Newswire, Jan. 8, 2004)
  • Linksys web site at http://www.linksys.com/ (accessed Jan. 8, 2004)
  • Press release from Linksys, a Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. (Jan. 8, 2004)