Motorola unveils two new ISDN products and first back-up power supply for a consumer ISDN device; New BitSURFR Pro for Macintosh and HMTA 200 ISDN V.34 ideal for telecommuting, LAN-to-LAN connectivity, videoconferencing and Internet surfing; BitBRICK keeps phones online when power goes out

Business Wire, March 14, 1996

HUNTSVILLE, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 15, 1996--To meet the diverse requirements of consumers moving to Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) services, Motorola's Information Systems Group (ISG), Transmission Products Division today introduced two new ISDN transmission products and the industry's first back-up power supply for a consumer ISDN device.

Announced were:

o The BitSURFR Pro for Macintosh, a complete solution of the award-winning BitSURFR Pro ISDN modem bundled with the Internet Valet for easy Internet access.

o The HMTA 200 ISDN/V.34, which combines the functionality of a 28.8 data/fax modem and an ISDN basic rate interface terminal adapter and incorporates Motorola's Hybrid Sensing Technology (Hybrid ST) to enable the switching of inbound calls between analog and digital automatically; and

o The BitBRICK, a battery back-up power supply that enables people with telephones connected to ISDN service via a BitSURFR Pro to continue making or receiving calls when the electricity goes off.

"These products continue our commitment to provide and drive quality, low-cost ISDN solutions to the consumer market. The BitSURFR Pro for Macintosh brings to Mac users their own version of a product that's already received accolades in the industry. The HMTA 200 supports digital and analog connections in just one device. And with the BitBRICK, Motorola solves a real problem for SOHO users -- how to provide reliable voice communication via ISDN even when the power goes out," said Lisa Volmar, director of product marketing and management for digital products.

BitSURFR Pro for Macintosh comes with three ports -- one for hooking up a computer and two for use with phones, fax machines or analog modems. It supports custom calling features such as caller ID and conference calling and can transfer spreadsheets, video clips and other data at speeds up to 128 Kbps -- more than four times faster than the fastest analog modem. Included with the BitSURFR Pro to facilitate Internet surfing is the Internet Valet, which incorporates communications software to support World Wide Web browsing, Internet e-mail, file transfer, easy review of UseNet user forums and more. Also included is 14 days free full access to the Internet through PSINet Inc.'s InterRamp personal Internet access service. The modem cable, ISDN cable and built-in NT1 is included in the product. The product is now available for shipment.

The HMTA 200 ISDN/V.34 is the V.34 version of a device that was the industry's first standalone product to combine ISDN/digital data, high-speed analog modem and fax capabilities into a single platform. The HMTA 200 supports high-speed ISDN access up to 128 Kbps, connection to analog service at rates up to 28.8 Kbps, and faxing at 14.4 Kbps -- all in a single device.

The BitBRICK is a 6.5 x 12.3 x 19.2 cm device that plugs into a 110/120 VAC outlet and the back of the BitSURFR Pro, converts AC to DC power at appropriate voltages for the ISDN device and uses the AC line to recharge its battery. It can supply as much as four hours of power.

Pricing, Availability

The BitSURFR Pro for Macintosh, HMTA 200 and BitBRICK are available in the United States at suggested list prices of $495, $895 and $79 respectively.

For general information about ISDN or the BitSURFR family of products, call Motorola's ISDN LifeGUARDs at 1-800-894-ISDN. For other technical support, call 1-800-221-4380. In addition, Motorola product information may be obtained via the World Wide Web at http://www.mot.com/isdn, a site with service and support information.

Motorola's Information Systems Group, a leading supplier of network products and integrated network solutions, consists of the Transmission Products Division and the Network Systems Division. ISG is part of Motorola's Messaging, Information, and Media Sector (MIMS). Motorola is one of the world's leading providers of wireless communications, semiconductors, and advanced electronic systems and services. Major equipment businesses include cellular telephone, two-way radio, paging and data communications, personal communications, automotive, defense and space electronics and computers. Motorola semiconductors power communication devices, computers and millions of other products. Motorola's 1995 sales were $27 billion.

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