S1Digital LLC, a leading manufacturer of Media Servers based on Windows Media Center Edition, and Autonomic Controls, Inc., the exclusive provider of AV integration software for Windows Media Center Edition, have entered into an OEM agreement to provide custom installers with a two way control protocol for S1Digital Media Centers.
New York, NY (PRWEB) August 15, 2006 -- S1Digital LLC and Autonomic Controls’ have partnered to provide custom integrators with two-way, IP based control of S1Digital Media Centers. The control protocol is now available as a pre-installed option across the range of S1Digital’s Media Centers and is designed to ease the integration efforts for custom A/V installers.
Residential and commercial A/V installers can utilize S1Digital Media Centers with Autonomic Controls’ technology to provide a cost effective yet hyper-functional whole house Media Server for use in multi-zone audio and video applications, while providing a robust touch panel interface for browsing and managing the Media Center’s content library.
Pre-built modules and touch panel interfaces for Crestron control systems are available for download on S1Digital’s website, and an AMX module will be available by September. The companies will be demonstrating a UMPC interface to S1Digital’s Media Centers in the Intel booth at CEDIA this September. After the show, installers and customers can see a demonstration of the touch panel interface at S1Digital’s new showroom in New York City.
S1Digital’s Media Centers provide users with the ability to maintain and enjoy a large media collection of music, movies, pictures, and recorded TV in a single box. The diverse functionality far exceeds any other media hardware and software currently available, and now S1Digital and Autonomic Controls’ announcement eliminates a major barrier when installing S1Digital’s Media Centers with 3rd party home control solutions.
“Media Center PCs optimized to run as a hub of a home entertainment center -- for storing, managing and distributing digital files -- can cost $2,000 to more than $7,000, depending on the configuration, whereas [dedicated music servers typically range from about $5,000 to more than $25,000,” said Jeff O’Heir, a columnist for Computer Reseller News. “And while those systems are strictly designed for audio, media-oriented PCs can handle music, photos, video games and other files."
Autonomic Controls’ OEM product, Media Center Edition Control Server (MCECS), acts as a bi-directional communications gateway between the Media Center software and touch panel remote control devices such as those made by Crestron, AMX, and Control 4, or other systems capable of IP communication. The technology will also be used with web tablets, ultra mobile touch screen PCs, and Windows SideShow devices.
Company Information
S1Digital is a premier builder of high-end, digital entertainment solutions. S1Digita’s Media Centers, based on Microsoft Media Center Edition, capture, store and distribute content including HDTV, movies, music and photos. Optional home automation add-ons enable seamless integration with A/V equipment, lights, HVAC and security systems. The company offers complete digital media solutions and works closely with custom installers to make available the most complete digital entertainment technology to customers. The S1Digital Experience showroom located in New York City showcases the latest digital media technology platforms and their applications in the home. For additional information, visit www.s1digital.com, email or call (888) 632-6897.
Autonomic Controls, Inc. creates software to help computer and device OEMs, software developers and custom installers integrate Media Center PC’s into today’s automated home and business. The company is focused on extending the functionality of Microsoft Media Center hardware and software to provide real time interaction with control systems and remote controls that integrate with audio/video, security, environmental, and lighting devices. In addition to MCE control technology, the company provides consulting and software development services to its partners in the A/V and computer industries. Autonomic, Inc. is based in North Salem, NY. For more information on MCE Server, the Autonomic Control System or other inquiries visit www.autonomichome.com or send e-mail.
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