CEATEC JAPAN 2009 Press Release

3Di Enters into PaaS/SaaS Markets Using Cloud Computing

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00

3Di Inc., which develops and offers 3D Internet solutions (Head office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and CEO: Satoshi Koike. Hereinafter referred to as 3Di.), announced today its intention to use its newly-secured funding in order to enter PaaS (Platform as a Service) and SaaS (Software as a Service) markets by providing a 3Di platform and applications as services through cloud computing. 3Di has been mainly focusing to date on development and offering of 3Di OpenSim (*1), its server software for the construction of 3D virtual worlds, and 3Di OpenViewer (*2), its original viewer software embedded into HTML web pages to view and interact with 3D virtual worlds in web browsers. With its recently announced capital increase worth around USD $5 million, 3Di aims to expand its business offerings to include PaaS/SaaS services, such as a 3D conference system, by utilizing cloud computing. 3Di also intends to continue further development of virtual world functionality and to expand its service line-ups to fulfill user needs. Cloud computing services would allow enterprises to deploy 3D virtual worlds without needing to invest In their own hosting hardware infrastructure. By expanding its business to offer both software and cloud computing services, 3Di intends to increase the adoption of 3D Internet technologies by enterprises.

CEATEC JAPAN 2009 Concludes

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:00:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 10, 2009 CEATEC JAPAN 2009 Concludes CEATEC JAPAN 2009, which commenced on October 6, concluded today in Makuhari Messe (Chiba pref.). A total of 590 companies and organizations exhibited in 2,123 booth spaces, including 263 exhibitors from 22 countries and regions around the world. The exhibition drew 150,302 registered visitors in the five days it was open. Following is a detailed breakdown of the number of registered visitors:

Category	10/6	10/7	10/8	10/9	10/10	Total
Registered	19,608	26,148	10,452	39,792	30,058	126,058
Press	1,256	421	116	333	137	2,263
Exhibitors	5,789	4,836	2,225	4,708	4,423	21,981
Total	26,653	31,405	12,793	44,833	34,618	150,302

*Because of Typhoon, the show opened from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 8. For reference, following are the results for CEATEC JAPAN 2008:

Category	9/30	10/1	10/2	10/3	10/4	Total
Registered	18,940	27,624	38,165	47,159	25,972	157,860
Press	1,144	397	264	294	195	2,294
Exhibitors	8,758	6,618	7,575	7,116	6,409	36,476
Total	28,842	34,639	46,004	54,569	32,576	196,630

CEATEC JAPAN 2010 is scheduled to be held from Tuesday, October 5 to Saturday, October 9, 2010, at Makuhari Messe. We look forward to seeing you again next year. For further information, please contact Mr. Yoshinaga at the CEATEC JAPAN Management Office (in the Japan Electronics Show Association) TEL: +81-3-5402-7603 FAX: +81-3-5402-7606 E-mail: press@ceatec.com

Epson Toyocom Develops Ultra-Accurate, High-Stability TCXO

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:00:00

Epson Toyocom Corporation, the leader in crystal devices, today announced the development of a highly accurate new TCXO (temperature-compensated crystal oscillator) that has an OCXO-class frequency/temperature coefficient of +/-0.1 x 10-6, enabling power and space saving in network equipment. Samples of the new TG-5500CA oscillator will become available in December 2009. Commercial development is scheduled for March 2010. Reference clocks used in ultra-compact cellular base stations for home and office use require high accuracy, with a frequency/temperature coefficient of +/-0.1 x 10-6 or better. Core network equipment, meanwhile, requires stability of +/-4.6 x 10-6 over a period of 20 years. Obtaining this class of frequency tolerance/stability normally requires the use of a highly stable oscillator in the OCXO (oven-controlled crystal oscillator) or atomic oscillator classes. The TG-5500CA, in addition to being equipped with a QMEMS crystal unit, has an original structural design that takes into account thermal conductivity and that stabilizes the frequency/temperature coefficient and long-term ageing characteristics. Frequency-stability characteristics that affect the quality of transmissions, such as temperature tracking and frequency fluctuation, have also been dramatically improved compared to our conventional 7.0 x 5.0 mm TCXO. The improvement enabled frequency tolerance/stability that is one rank above that of current TCXOs. The TG-5500CA can thus be used in applications that were formerly reserved for OCXO-range devices. Using a TCXO instead of an OCXO can significantly help reduce the power consumption and size of systems. The TG-5500CA can also be used to improve the performance and function of systems that employ an existing TCXO, but it is exceptionally well-suited for use in core network equipment, such as femtocell base stations and Stratum 3 products.

ACES Company Profile

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:00:00

Aces is leading manufacturer of electronic connectors and cable assemblies. Aces offers extensive design, engineering and manufacturing to serve original equipment manufacturer(OEM) in industries that include computer, computer peripherals, business equipment, home entertainment and telecommunications. Aces with its capability in lower manufacturing cost also serves original design manufacturer (ODM) with a wide range of connector products.

KYOCERA's Crystal Etalon Filter: Selection of Wavelength Temperature Coefficient

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:00:00

Kyocera Corporation has developed a crystal etalon filter, a component in optical telecommunications systems for large-volume data transmission, that prevents dense wavelengths of light from interfering with each other by sensing deviations between multiple wavelengths. This is the industry's first crystal etalon filter that allows users to select a wavelength temperature coefficient within the range of 5.4 to 15.7pm/C. From October 1, Kyocera will offer samples of this product in two temperature coefficient types (5.4pm/C and 15.7pm/C). The WDM* transmission system, with its capacity to send more optical signals (information) per single optical fiber, is becoming the mainstream method of meeting such demands. Tunable laser modules are developed in a range of configurations to further increase optical signals, leading to the need for crystal etalon filters, which possess wavelength temperature coefficient ranging from low to high and are optimal for any configuration. The new product was created by Kyocera Kinseki - a wholly -owned subsidiary of Kyocera engaged in the development and manufacturing of crystal devices - with the company's advanced technology for analyzing at sub-pm levels, data on optical characteristics accumulated over years of research, and its technology for developing high-definition, high-quality synthetic crystals. With the development of this new product, for the first time in this industry, a crystal etalon filter is able to assign arbitrary figures as a wavelength temperature coefficient ranging from 5.4 to 15.7pm/C. This development enables more flexibility in designing tunable laser modules capable of increasing optical signals emitted, while contributing to higher precision, and better wavelength stability and reliability. * WDM: Wavelength Division Multiplexing - a telecommunications technology using optical fiber.

Succeeds in Developing Next-generation Highly Efficient Coiled Power Inductor

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:00:00

~Realizing One Quarter the Size of Older Models (4mm square) and Twice the Electrical Current~ a developer and manufacturer of electronics parts, has announced that it has succeeded in developing a next-generation coiled power inductor (2.5x2.0x1.2mm). Mass-production is slated to begin in April of 2010. In recent years, the personal electronics markets, including those for cell phones and smart phones, digital cameras, etc., have continued to advance the need for smaller, thinner products with more features and more advanced functionality. To respond to these demands, we have worked to develop smaller, thinner products using low-resistance coils and highly dense flat power lines as well metallic magnetic materials that resist magnetic saturation and can be used for direct currents. The coiled power inductor we've developed is approximately eighty percent smaller in element volume size than our older model (4mm square). It was developed using proprietary materials, structures and methods (for which we have filed patents). We've also succeeded in improving the current values by a factor of two or more, with a wide inductance corresponding to 10microH. In addition, by combining the coil and the core into a single unit our design was able to drastically reduce the audible noise normally associated with coils. Principal Applications cell phones, smart phones, digital still cameras, etc.

CEATEC JAPAN 2009 Commences on Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 at Makuhari Messe!

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:00:00

October 5, 2009 Cutting-edge IT & Electronics Comprehensive Exhibition CEATEC JAPAN 2009 Commences on Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 at Makuhari Messe! CEATEC JAPAN Organizing Committee The three institutes comprising the Organizing Committee of CEATEC JAPAN, the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA: Fumio Ohtsubo, Chairman; President of Panasonic Corporation), Communications and Information network Association of Japan (CIAJ: Katsumasa Shinozuka, Chairman; President and CEO, Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.), and Computer Software Association of Japan (CSAJ: Shigefumi Wada, Chairman; President of OBIC Business Consultants Co., Ltd.), are proud to announce the commencement of CEATEC JAPAN 2009, the Cutting-edge IT & Electronics Comprehensive Exhibition, which will be held for a five-day period from Tuesday, October 6th to Saturday, October 10th, 2009 at Makuhari Messe. With this year's theme of "Digital Convergence - Defining the Shape of Our Future", CEATEC JAPAN 2009 will showcase a wide range of exhibit categories from electronic components and devices to digital home appliances, mobile phones, as well as a comprehensive range of services and content. It is also the premier venue where valuable information is exchanged by a number of IT & electronics industry leaders, which helps to position CEATEC JAPAN as the leading-edge IT & electronics comprehensive exhibit - a one-of-a-kind event unprecedented in both scale and importance in Japan and around the world. 1. Message from the Organizing Committee: "Challenge! Aiming to better people's lives and create a low-carbon society." CEATEC JAPAN will be celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and to commemorate this occasion, the Organizing Committee has created a new message, "Challenge! Aiming to better people's lives and create a low-carbon society", to highlight both the measures being taken to combat global warming and the activities of the IT & electronics industry related to the Green IT theme. As a special event this year, the Organizing Committee will also work together with NEDO (New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization) to establish the Green IT Pavilion to introduce the latest leading-edge energy conservation technologies of Japan such as vehicles powered by fuel cells and wind-generated power - some of the technologies that have made Japan a world leader in the creation of a low-carbon society. Additionally, the Green IT Symposium will be held from Wednesday, October 7th to Friday, October 9th at the Makuhari Messe International Conference Hall, and it will comprehensively introduce the latest worldwide trends of Green IT. Furthermore, in commemoration of CEATEC JAPAN's 10th anniversary, the Green IT Forum will be held on Tuesday, October 6th at Hotel The Manhattan, a venue nearby Makuhari Messe, and government officials and Green IT related personnel from Asian countries will be invited to participate. 2. Highlights of the Digital Network Stage (Exhibition Halls 1 through 5) At CEATEC JAPAN 2009's Digital Network Stage, exhibits showcasing trends such as the continually growing market and technological innovations of thin-screen TVs developed in response to the complete shift to terrestrial digital broadcasting and the latest in 3D image technology that is expected to rapidly evolve to a practical level. Also to be introduced at this stage will be digital TVs featuring ultra high-definition, ultra-resolution video, and high-definition audio, as well as web-compatible IPTVs, along with technologies such as solar-power generation and energy-saving products that realize reduced carbon dioxide emissions. Visitors will also be able to experience firsthand next-generation, high-speed mobile communications such as the WiMAX and the LTE using the 3.9G mobile phone standard as well as mobile phones with value-added services such as AR. The latest in network standards including NGN, PLC and DLNA will also be on display to allow visitors to see these new technologies for themselves. 3. Highlights of Electronic Components, Devices & Industrial Equipment Stage (Exhibition Halls 5 through 8) Electronic components and devices that support the rapid growth and development in digital information applications, car electronics, amusement equipment, mobile PCs, mobile phones, communications networks, etc., will be on display at the Electronic Components, Devices & Industrial Equipment Stage. Trend-setting products that are smaller and slimmer, high-performance or low-profile parts, cutting-edge technologies, and a host of other electronics technologies used in a wide variety of industrial fields will be introduced at this stage. Technologies used by both the automotive and construction industries that realize reduced carbon dioxide emissions and offer increased heat-resistance and high durability will also be on display. This stage is the ideal venue for visitors seeking to discover the best in world-class products created by Japan's Monozukuri, as the latest electronic components and devices of this unique technology will be gathered under one roof. 4. Event scale This year, Makuhari Messe Exhibition Halls 1 through 8 will be used and a total of 590 exhibitors (263 foreign exhibitors from 22 countries/regions) will be using 2,123 booths for the display of products and technologies. Additionally, up to of 200,000 visitors are estimated to participate in this year's event. [2008 results: 804 exhibitors (289 foreign exhibitors from 27 countries/regions) with 3,121 booths; 196,630 visitors]. 5. Tuesday, October 6th, 2009: Many opening events attended by industry executives are being planned. CEATEC JAPAN will be opened to public at noon on October 6th, 2009 and at this time, an opening reception is scheduled for noon to be followed by a number of opening events planned throughout the day. Before the opening reception, Guest Speeches will be presented by Intel Corporation and later in the afternoon, chairmen of the three sponsors of the event will deliver Keynote Speeches. Multiple conferences totaling 112 sessions are also being planned for the first four days (until October 9th), and these will include 15 Keynote Speeches by top executives and opinion leaders from diverse industries, as well as panel discussions on the topics of cloud computing and EVs, which will help convey new and important messages to the world. Admission to the conferences is free of charge and a certain number of tickets will be made available at the door so please make an effort to join us at these sessions. [Main events scheduled for Tuesday, October 6th ] *Opening Reception Time: Noon to 13:30 and Venue: Tsuru no Ma (2nd floor) in Hotel New Otani Makuhari. *Keynote Speeches (tickets are still available at the door) Venue: Convention Hall (2nd floor), International Conference Hall. 12:50 - 13:40 Aiming to "Create New Value for Better Living" in a New Era Speaker: Mr. Fumio Ohtsubo, President, Panasonic Corporation. 13:55 - 14:35 Eco-innovations in ICT for a sustainable society Mr. Katsumasa Shinozuka, Chairman of the Board, Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd. 14:50 - 15:30 Revolution of software in Cloud Computing ages Mr. Shigefumi Wada, President, OBIC Business Consultants Co., Ltd. *Guest Speech (tickets still available at the door) Venue: Convention Hall (2nd floor), International Conference Hall. 11:00 - 12:00 The Internet, Transformed - Creating a true Internet experience on a mobile device Speaker: Mr. Robert P. Swinnen, Director, Global Business Development, Ultra Mobility Group and Vice President, Mobility Group, Intel Corporation. 6. CEATEC JAPAN will be open on Saturday, October 10th with free admission To answer numerous requests to open the show on a weekend from people who in the past were not able to attend the show during weekday business hours or who could not spend enough time during their visit, CEATEC JAPAN 2009 will be open on Saturday, October 10th with free admission. In addition to opening the show on a Saturday, there will be a variety of seminars and events on this day that can be enjoyed by visitors of all ages including children and students who will make up the next generation. ============================================================================= For further details regarding this release or CEATEC JAPAN 2009, please contact: Monday, October 5th to Saturday, October 10th, 2009 Hours: 9:00 to 18:00 (until 17:00 on the last day, October 10th) Persons in charge: Fumiaki Yoshinaga or Mikio Horai. Phone: +81-43-299-0061 For inquiries other than at the aforementioned hours, please contact the CEATEC JAPAN Management Office (c/o JESA). Person in charge: Fumiaki Yoshinaga Phone: +81-3-5402-7603; E-mail: press@ceatec.com

CEATEC JAPAN 2009 The highlights

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:00:00

Rubycon exhibits the best fit solutions to various applications with core products of Aluminum Electrolytic capacitors and new products,carrying the keyword of "ECO" for the future. This year Rubycon focuses on "FPD", "LED", "HEV/EV", "New energy" as main theme and introduces recommend products for various uses.

ISB to Commence "Qt Professional Services" in Early 2010

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:00:00

Tokyo - ISB Corporation ("ISB") announced today that it will commence professional services specialized in Qt, a cross-platform UI application framework released by Nokia Qt Development Framework, in early 2010. "Qt" is software used for a number of various embedded devices available around the world as an open-source software cross-platform UI framework and was introduced to over 5,000 companies in 60 countries. A rapid increase in the number of Qt users is expected since the LGPL version added for Qt 4.5 released on March 3, 2009 allows you to use the rich UI framework for even proprietary development free of charge. Qt 4.5 LGPL version can be downloaded from the Qt portal site (http://qt.nokia.com). ISB's "Qt Professional Services" including development/test services, technical consulting/support and Qt engineer training will be provided to mobile phones and embedded developers for a fee. ISB has concluded the VAR agreement with Nokia Development Frameworks who developed "Qt" and will provide high quality of the professional services. ISB has grown along with the progress of mobile computing and continues to provide engineering services and solutions in all areas of mobile. About Qt Qt is a cross-platform application and user interface framework with extended support for embedded Linux. Using Qt, you can develop applications and user interfaces once, and deploy them across many desktop and embedded operating systems without rewriting the source code. Learn more about Qt at qt.nokia.com.

Stantum Announces Opening Office in Tokyo, Japan

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00

Stantum, the pioneering multi-touch technology provider, announced today that it has officially opened a liaison office in Japan. Stantum's new office in Tokyo will allow building new partnerships with Japanese OEMs and touch panel, display, silicon vendors as well as offering a greater commercial and technical support from local professionals to their increasing demand for Stantum's Multi-Touch technology. Japan is a crucial country for Stantum's global business goals since it is a leading country for Gaming, PC, Smartphone, Car Navigation markets but also for touch panel and display explains Robert Pelissier, VP Sales & Business Development. Mr. Pelissier adds "Stantum multi-touch will be deployed in high volume consumer products as of 2010 and most of key companies in the world are currently evaluating or considering to design Stantum multi-touch in new products within the next months." Masaki Kubodera, Director of Sales & Business Development for Japanese operations. Mr. Kubodera has over 15 years of sales, marketing and business development experience in the wireless semiconductor industry with a focus on mobile consumer electronics technologies. "Due to its unmatched advantages, Stantum's Multi-Touch technology is promised to be a leading standard for mobile phones, MIDs (Mobile Internet Devices), game consoles or laptops, and I am very proud to bring it to the Japanese market" says Mr. Kubodera. Stantum is headquartered in Bordeaux, France, and plans to continue exploring additional opportunities for growth throughout the Asia Pacific region. For more information about Stantum please visit www.stantum.com Stantum Japan Masaki Kubodera Director, Sales & Business Development Email: m.kubodera@stantum.com Cell: (+81) 90-5417-7066 Fax: (+81) 3-3589-6127 Office: Roppongi KS Bldg. 6F 3-16-12 Roppongi, Minato-ku Tokyo 106-0032, JAPAN Local PR contact (Japanese speaking) Christine Lavoie-Gagnon clavoiegagnon@bluerisepartners.com.