Whether in the Office or on the Road, the New PT-1230PC and PT-2430PC Streamline the Labeling Process with Built-In Software and Direct PC Connection

Answering consumer demand for a simpler solution for printing labels from a PC, Brother International Corporation recently introduced the PT-1230PC and PT-2430PC. Both labeling systems come with a new P-touch(R) Lite label design software built right into the machine itself, which eliminates the hassle of installing software, and allows PC users to more easily print on the go. Whether in the home, office or at a job site, customers now have an innovative tool for labeling.

These P-touch(R) labeling devices are extremely easy to use. The Plug and Label functionality makes label making quicker and easier than ever before. Here’s how they work:

1. Connect to the PC via the included USB cable.
2. Turn the labeler ON and launch the software stored on the device.
3. Type and print your label.
4. When done, simply turn off and unplug. No software is left behind on your PC.

In today’s business world, handwritten labels can lack professionalism while small handheld labelers sometimes fall short on versatility. Many PC-connectable labelers, while versatile, require time-consuming installation of software and a substantial learning curve. The new PT-1230PC and PT-2430PC models offer a streamlined solution, where users can quickly and easily print simple text-only labels, to more complex labels with logos and custom formatting by using their existing PC with familiar keyboard and monitor.

“Initial response to these new models has been overwhelmingly positive,” said Linda Sanford, Director of P-touch Marketing for Brother. “Office users love their simplicity, and information management and IT staff appreciate that they require no software installations. And since the PT-1230PC and PT-2430PC easily connect to PCs using a USB connection, users attending meetings, conferences, tradeshows and field service locations can create custom labels on-the-road and on-demand.”

Easy and secure to use and share, the PT-1230PC and PT-2430PC require no software to be installed on the PC. These models help address company software installation policies; when finished making the labels, users simply turn the labeler off and unplug, leaving no software behind on the PC.

The modern and sleek gloss-white labeling systems are lightweight, portable and boast a small footprint for high-tech appearance. They weigh approx. 1 lb. and can easily fit on any desk or workspace. Labels print exactly as they are designed and displayed on the PC monitor, and can include symbols, photos, graphics, and any TrueType fonts stored on the user’s PC.

PT-1230PC includes the following features:

  • No software installation required on PC
  • Print on durable TZ laminated tapes up to 1/2″ wide for indoor and outdoor use
  • Ability to print multiple lines of text and graphics
  • Supports True Type / Scalable fonts available on PC
  • Compatible with Windows(R) 2000, Windows(R) XP and Windows Vista(R)
  • Manual cutter
  • Requires PC USB Connectivity (cable included)
  • Can use 6 AAA alkaline batteries (not included)
  • Can use power adapter (available as option)
  • Ability to download the full version of P-Touch Editor 5.0 software onto your PC for making labels including bar codes and database data.

The PT-2430PC includes all of the features of the PT-1230PC, plus:

  • Built-in automatic cutter
  • Prints on durable TZ laminated tapes up to 1″ wide for indoor and outdoor use
  • Includes Power Adapter
  • Includes CD with full version of P-touch(R) Editor 5.0 software for installation on your PC for labels including bar codes and database data.

The PT-1230PC has an estimated street price of $49.99# and the PT-2430PC has an estimated street price of $79.99#. These models are available at Staples and other fine retailers, including catalogs and on-line retailers.

#Estimated street prices may vary

Source: Brother International Corporation


Remote control’s learning capabilities can replace remotes for other consumer electronic devices

Motorola, Inc. announced an accessory for its popular VIP series of IPTV set tops that eliminates the hassle and expense of replacing batteries and helps consumers locate misplaced remote controls. The new rechargeable remote control and its base station are armed with RF (radio frequency) “find” functionality. A press of a switch on the base station triggers an audible tone and flashing light on all remote controls to help lead consumers to a missing unit.

“We’re constantly listening to consumer feedback to help us develop new functionality,” said Kevin Wirick, vice president of marketing at Motorola. “Losing a remote control is an issue that many end users find infuriating. With this product we’re not only addressing this frustration but we’ve created a platform to extend the utility of the VIP set tops and remote control units by adding a USB or Bluetooth-connected accessory to the set top architecture.”

Powered by wall sockets or through the set top via USB, the high performance rechargeable remote control and base unit eliminates the need for replacing single-use batteries and keeps the remote ready for action at all times. Performance is enhanced as the remote does not suffer from the reduction in range and response times caused by single use batteries as they near end of life.

Capable of learning functions, Motorola’s VIP remote can replace multiple controls for most consumer electronic devices. The base station also includes a digital clock – a feature that has been lost as IPTV set tops have become increasingly streamlined in size.

Source: Motorola, Inc.


  • Design eye-catching DVDs and CDs for business and home use
  • Store gigabytes of photos, MP3s and videos
  • Backup multimedia files simply and easily
  • Powered by trusted Windows® XP Embedded
  • Compatible with Windows, Macintosh and Linux computers

LaCie announced its new LaCie d2 DVD±RW 22x with LightScribe and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and/or FireWire disc burners. The new products let customers backup large multimedia files on strikingly original-looking DVDs or CDs. With the LightScribe labeling tools available from LaCie on the 22x rewritable DVD drive, users can customize their content easily and quickly for professional and personal use. And it works with the three major personal computer operating systems.

The LaCie d2 DVD±RW 22x with LightScribe achieves the fastest DVD recording speed available on the market today. And users have a choice of connecting it to their computers via two blazingly fast interfaces: FireWire or USB 2.0. With LaCie’s new disc burner, users can store up to 8.5 GB of business presentations, files, music, photos or movies on individual discs, or the equivalent of more than two hours of theater-quality video on a large-capacity DVD.

“Whether you work with multimedia as a professional or as a consumer, creating DVDs and CDs that look both unique and attractive by using our LightScribe-capable disc burner is a great benefit,” said Christelle Dexet, multimedia product manager for LaCie. “And our new LaCie d2 DVD±RW 22x with LightScribe and FireWire and USB 2.0 product lets customers chose which high-speed interface they want to use, a significant advantage to people with limited available ports on their computers.”

The LaCie d2 DVD±RW 22x FireWire & USB unit comes bundled with Toast 9 Basic (Mac OS X 10.4 or later ) and Easy Media Creator Suite 10 with LightScribe Labeler for Windows for simple content management and labeling, while Mac users get LaCie LightScribe Labeler for Mac OS X.3.9 or later. And Linux customers can download the LaCie LightScribe Labeler for four popular Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Fedora, SuSE and Mandriva) at no cost from www.lacie.com.

LightScribe is an innovative technology that combines specially coated DVDs and CDs, enhanced disc-burning software and a LightScribe-capable CD and DVD burner such as the new LaCie d2 DVD±RW 22x with LightScribe.

The LaCie d2 DVD±RW 22x USB unit comes bundled with the Easy Media Creator Suite 10 for Windows users.

Availability
The LaCie d2 DVD±RW 22x with LightScribe are available worldwide through the LaCie Online Store or LaCie Reseller at the suggested retail price starting at $119.99 USD for FireWire/USB version.

For more product information, visit www.lacie.com.


Product, based on WSR601 single chip, to be available through Cables Unlimited in the U.S., will be demonstrated at CES

Wisair, a leading provider of single-chip based Wireless USB solutions, announced the availability of a Wireless USB Display Adapter Set solution that wirelessly transfers PC content to TVs, monitors and projectors. Featuring Wisair’s WSR601 Wireless USB single chip, the adapter set allows users to wirelessly extend their visual workspace from a PC to a large screen or projector for the purpose of displaying movies, Internet content, pictures and presentations. The Wireless Display Adapter Set will be available this quarter by Cables Unlimited in the U.S., and through European retailers.

The Wireless USB Display Adapter Set is delivered with a pre-paired PC adapter to provide a complete, easy-to-install product. The Display Adapter Set features VGA and HDMI connectivity options, capable of transferring HD movies, supports up to 1400×1050 screen resolution, and is a fully-standard USB-IF certified solution. The set is expected to be available in the US at an MSRP of $129USD.

“The Wireless USB Display Adapter Set is the most innovative, low cost and high performance solution in the market,” noted David Yaish, Wisair president and CEO.” Wisair is continuing to offer high performance Wireless USB solutions that enable our customers to introduce to the market significantly lower cost products relative to any other products in the market. We are able to do so due to our low cost single CMOS chip and our innovation. Additional solutions that will enable more products are expected throughout the coming year.”

Ben Hunter, Cables Unlimited CEO, noted “Wirelessly projecting content from a PC across the room to a large flat TV is an attractive proposition for both living room and office context. We selected to cooperate with Wisair as it offers the best price to performance Wireless USB combination. Moreover, Cables Unlimited is having tremendous success with the Wisair-based Wireless USB Adapter Set that we launched in November.”

Together with the Wireless USB Display Adapter Set, Wisair will also be launching a next-generation Wireless USB Hub solution, based on the WSR601 single-CMOS chip. All these solutions will be demonstrated at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas in Wisair’s meeting room (LVCC, South Hall 4, #35162MP). The Wireless USB Display Adapter Set will also be demonstrated at the Cables Unlimited booth, LVCC, South Hall 1, #22044.

Source: Wisair


Unique Wireless and Powerline home connectivity solutions powered by ExtremeUSB will be showcased at Parks Associates Connections Reception, and the DS2 Booth on the CES Show Floor

Icron Technologies (TSX Venture: IT), leading providers of USB extension and bridging solutions, today announced that it will be demonstrating new and innovative PC to TV connectivity solutions based on its patented ExtremeUSB(R) technology at CES. Demonstrations will take place on the CES show floor at the DS2 Booth (Booth # 26129, South Hall 2) and at the Parks Associates CES Connections Summit Reception, taking place at the Las Vegas Hilton on Friday, January 9th from 6pm-8pm.

Icron’s Interactive PC to TV connectivity solutions demonstrate the ability for home users to interactively access all PC content and applications, including real-time Internet content, on TVs throughout the home. The solutions combine HD quality PC video along with full USB functionality, including mouse, keyboard, flash drive, webcam, and other USB peripherals, and extends them over standard 802.11n Wireless or Powerline networking technologies, enabling a true PC experience on the TV.

At the Connections Summit Reception, Icron will showcase its PC to TV solution utilizing Wireless 802.11n as the transmission medium. On the CES showcase floor, Icron will demo the same solution at the DS2 booth paired with DS2 Powerline transmission technology adhering to the Universal Powerline Association standard. In addition, Icron’s CEO, Robert Eisses, will be speaking at the Connections Summit on a panel titled, “Connected Consumer Electronics: Linking Premium Applications and Content Across Devices.”

Event: Parks Associates Connections Summit

Speaker: Robert Eisses, CEO, Icron Technologies

Session: Connected Consumer Electronics: Linking Premium Applications and Content Across Devices

Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall S106-107

When: January 9th, 2009, 9:30 AM

“Industry research is showing that consumers are demanding access to all content and all applications throughout the whole home,” said Brian Donnelly, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development for Icron. “Icron’s PC to TV solutions enables leading OEM and ODM customers to provide consumers with best in class home connectivity solutions. We are excited to demonstrate applications for PC to TV technology at CES 2009, including how it can be used with Wireless 802.11n and Powerline transmission for complete flexibility.”

Icron’s ExtremeUSB technology will also be showcased at the HD-PLC Booth (Booth # 20550, South Hall 1) where it is combined with Panasonic’s HD-PLC technology in a product featuring USB plus Ethernet over Powerline. Icron’s technology will also be located at the Gefen Booth (Booth # 21744, South Hall 1) embedded in various Gefen PRO A/V products over Cat 5, Fiber and Wireless.

Source: Icron Technologies Corporation





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