Scientific-Atlanta Expands Options for Cable Operators With New Cable Modem EMTA

Scientific-Atlanta Expands Options for Cable Operators With New Cable Modem EMTA

- Scientific-Atlanta to showcase new DPX2213 cable modem EMTA at The National Show -

SAN FRANCISCO, April 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The National Show -- Booth #6158 -- Scientific-Atlanta has expanded its support for the triple play of services -- video, voice and data -- with the announcement of the DPX2213(TM) cable modem with embedded media terminal adapter (EMTA). The DPX2213 meets PacketCable(TM) 1.0, DOCSIS(TM) 2.0 and DOCSIS 1.1 specifications, supports two-line voice services along with a 10/100BaseT Ethernet port and a USB 1.1 port for high-speed data connectivity.

"The popularity of bundled video, data and voice services from cable operators is growing, and with this important addition to our cable modem with EMTA suite of products, we are providing a new avenue to support the triple play," said Himanshu Parikh, vice president and general manager, IP Subscriber Networks business at Scientific-Atlanta. "The number of Voice over IP cable modems we are shipping continues to grow, representing over 25 percent of our current volume of IP product shipments."

The DPX2213 uses advanced multi-country line interface technology to provide toll-quality telephone service using existing in-home wiring. The DPX2213 accepts up to two plug-in Lithium-Ion battery cartridges, each of which can supply up to 8 hours of stand-by operation in the event of an AC power failure power. The plug-in battery cartridge can be easily replaced by the end user without the use of tools, disconnecting any cables or interrupting telephony service.

To facilitate setup and troubleshooting, the DPX2213 includes WebWizard - a browser-based user interface. In addition, the eight LEDs on the front panel provide an informative and easy-to-understand display that indicates cable modem status and real-time data transmission activity.

Features and capabilities of Scientific-Atlanta's DPX2213 EMTA: - Versatility - Cable modem and EMTA in one device - Voice Service - Supports two lines of voice service (RJ-11) - Data Service - Supports high speed symmetrical data services - Compatibility/Interoperability - PacketCable 1.0 / DOCSIS(TM) 2.0 and DOCSIS 1.1 networks - Convenience - Compact design saves space; vertical or horizontal operation - Ease of Use - WebWizard graphical user interface for simple setup and troubleshooting - Flexibility - Bridged 10/100BaseT auto sensing/auto-MDIX Ethernet port, USB 1.1 data port - Stand-by Operation - Optional 4 to 16 hour stand-by battery backup - Availability - DPX2213 is currently available for commercial order

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About Scientific-Atlanta

Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. (NYSE:SFA) ( http://www.scientificatlanta.com/ ) is a leading supplier of digital content contribution and distribution systems, transmission networks for broadband access to the home, digital interactive set-tops and subscriber systems designed for video, high-speed Internet and voice over IP (VoIP) networks, and worldwide customer service and support.

"Forward-looking statements," as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, may be included in this news release. A variety of factors could cause Scientific-Atlanta's actual results to differ from the anticipated results expressed in such forward-looking statements. Investors are referred to Scientific-Atlanta's Cautionary Statements (Exhibit 99.1 to the Company's most recent Form 10-Q), which statements are incorporated into this news release by reference.

Source: Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.

CONTACT: Peggy Ballard, +1-770-236-7871, or peggy.ballard@sciatl.com , or Sara Stutzenstein, +1-770-236-2181, or sara.stutzenstein@sciatl.com , both of Scientific-Atlanta, fax, +1-770-236-3088

Web site: http://www.scientificatlanta.com/

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