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May 2010
RCDb and Panasonic Bring Web Services to Tru2Way: Demonstrate Live Google Maps on
Cable Platform
THE CABLE SHOW 2010, Los Angeles, May 11, 2010 - Related Content Database (RCDb)and Panasonic unveiled today the integration of Panasonic's leading tru2way set-top box with the RCDb web services platform. This integration lays the foundation for bringing new consumer Internet experiences to the nation's leading cable operators. It was introduced at the National Cable & Telecommunications Association's The Cable Show 2010 being held May 11-13 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Featured in the CableNet and Panasonic (Booth #1015) exhibit areas at The Cable Show, the live demonstration includes a tru2way application launcher and a Google Maps application that enables the viewer to navigate Google maps with a click of the remote control, on the TV, without a web browser.
The demonstration leverages the Internet capabilities of the Panasonic set-top and the RCDb network software platform, which together enable a cable operator to integrate, deploy and manage popular consumer services from across the web -- without the need for a browser, keyboard, or mouse on the consumer device.
"The RCDb platform enables cable service providers to integrate web services into their entertainment offerings while giving them the means to deploy those services quickly and in a variety of environments, with the business logic necessary to make their business model work" said Zane Vella, CEO of RCDb.
"Panasonic continues to expand the horizon of what tru2way can deliver," said Yasushi Nishimura, Director, Panasonic iDCR Software Center. "Tru2way was designed to be the next generation software foundation for innovative services and now in conjunction with the RCDb platform, the development, deployment, and management of new services is made easier."
The demonstration is being offered during NCTA's The Cable Show 2010 and at RCDb offices in Los Angeles and San Francisco.
About Panasonic
Based in Secaucus, NJ, Panasonic Corporation of North America markets a broad line of digital and other electronics products for consumer, business and industrial use. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC), and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. branding, marketing, sales, service and R&D operations. Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs. Detailed information about Panasonic's environmental stewardship may be found in its Panasonic Report for Sustainability 2008 (www.panasonic.net/csr/reports) and Environmental Data Book 2008 www.panasonic.net/eco/rpt/. Information about Panasonic and its products is available at www.panasonic.com. Additional company information for journalists is available at www.panasonic.com/pressroom
Press contact:
Chris De Maria
Panasonic Corporation of North America
201-348-7182
Christopher.Demaria at us dot panasonic dot com
About RCDb
Related Content Database (RCDb) provides communication software solutions and data services to Hollywood studios, network operators, and consumer electronics manufacturers. The RCDb software platform enables our customers to rapidly integrate and deploy a wide range of public and private web services to managed network set-top boxes, connected TVs, and Blu-ray discs and players. The RCDb database provides time-based metadata and services to enable monetization of digital video across multiple distribution platforms. The company also provides customer support and professional services, including development, integration, and training. RCDb Inc. has offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Press contact:
Sharon Howell
Burson Marsteller for RCDb
415.591.4092