PS2 MODEM
November 8, 2000

Sun-Denshi has selected PCTEL's Solsis embedded modem technology for its new OnlineStation, a small and compact USB 56K device that provides Internet connectivity for the PlayStation 2.

PCTEL's Solsis features the Texas Instruments C5000 Digital Signal Processor, and provides manufacturers such as Sun-Denshi with a communications solution that is smaller than other existing modem designs. Its two-chip integrated silicon CODEC/World DAA incorporates a patented multi-country programmable configuration and is compliant and compatible with local phone access in over 130 countries -- an important consideration for an international interactive gaming appliance.

"In this era of connectivity, modems play a critical role in a growing array of hand-held computers, set-top boxes, gaming consoles and other electronic equipment and communication appliances," noted Peter Chen, chief executive officer of PCTEL. "PCTEL's Solsis technology is ideal for these non-PC consumer appliances due to its very integrated design. This technology is helping manufacturers such as Sony and Sun-Denshi realize their vision of creating an exciting new gaming environment via the Internet."

Sun-Denshi's OnlineStation external USB modem is bundled with Sun-Denshi's EnjoyMagic, Internet application software having browser and e-mail capability, enabling Sony PlayStation 2 users to easily access to the Internet. The product was unveiled at a Japanese game show in September, and is expected to be available in Japan sometime in Q1 2001.

"Sun-Denshi's Internet application software, exclusively designed for Sony PlayStation 2, will immerse consumers in a new, exciting, highly advanced Internet environment," said Hiroaki Higashiya, manager for Sunsoft division of Sun-Denshi. "With its open platform design, PCTEL's modem technology is playing a key role in helping us bring Internet gaming products to market quickly and cost-effectively."

"Our collaboration with PCTEL on the Solsis modem is rewarding in the fact that we are seeing a rapid adoption and deployment of this product," noted Mark Mattson, C5000 marketing manager for Texas Instruments. "Sun-Denshi's OnlineStation is just one of many products using this modem solution that consumers will see on the shelves over the coming months."