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Underscoring the rapid adoption of ZigBee solutions in
the home automation market, Crabtree, a leading electrical accessories
manufacturer in South Africa, has selected Freescale Semiconductor's
(NYSE:FSL) (NYSE:FSL.B) ZigBee solution for its iTRONIC system. ZigBee
is increasingly selected for home automation applications due to its
ultra low power features, interoperability and mesh capability, all
requirements in today's advanced home automation systems.
The iTRONIC home automation system allows homeowners to control a
number of functions in their homes remotely via telephone or Internet.
Freescale's low power ZigBee solution is providing the backbone for
this comprehensive home network and enables interoperability for
future enhancements. Specifically, the iTRONIC system saves energy
with the capability to take care of daily scheduled tasks including
running a pool pump and irrigation system, as well as checking and
adjusting the temperature and lighting system. Freescale's ZigBee
solution enables this system to efficiently operate for many years,
showcasing the power saving features of ZigBee technology.
"ZigBee technology is allowing us to meet our customers' demand
for innovative products," said Paul de Kock, product manager,
automation for Crabtree. "Freescale's extensive ZigBee platform has
enabled us to quickly develop and launch our home automation system to
meet consumer demand for wireless home monitoring and control
products."
The iTRONIC system enables a new level of home security by sending
status notifications via telephone, short message service (SMS) and
the web to the homeowner regarding an intrusion, fire and smoke
detection, as well as alarm status.
"The iTRONIC system is another example of how ZigBee works in the
real world," said Brett Black, commercial wireless manager for
Freescale Semiconductor. "Home automation is a key application for
ZigBee technology, due to its low power capabilities. Freescale's
solutions are ZigBee compliant and provide products such as the
iTRONIC system the capability to be interoperable with other devices
in the residential space."
Freescale's ZigBee-compliant platform, which includes the MC13193
2.4 GHz RF transceiver and a low voltage, low power HCS08 MCU and
software, provides a robust, cost-effective and easy-to-deploy
solution. ZigBee-enabled on-chip features and enhancements reduce
external components and total bill of materials, while providing
battery lifetimes of up to several years.
About ZigBee technology
ZigBee is a low-power wireless communication technology and
international standard protocol for the next-generation wireless
network, reducing data size and allowing for lower-cost network
construction with simplified protocol and limited functionality.
ZigBee uses the PHY and MAC layers defined by IEEE(R)802.15.4, which
is the short-distance wireless communication standard for 2.4 GHz
band. ZigBee comprises the ZigBee platform specifications and ZigBee
profiles defined by the ZigBee Alliance. For more information on
Freescale's ZigBee-compliant solutions, visit
www.freescale.com/zigbee.
About the iTRONIC System
The iTRONIC System makes use of the internationally accepted
standard protocols (ZigBee, X10, DALI). It fully complements the
entire range of Crabtree accessories including switches and sockets,
circuit breakers and other services. A control entry-level system
starts at an affordable $1,500.00 (USD) and is available now.
About Freescale Semiconductor
Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (NYSE:FSL) (NYSE:FSL.B) is a global
leader in the design and manufacture of embedded semiconductors for
the automotive, consumer, industrial, networking and wireless markets.
Freescale became a publicly traded company in July 2004 after more
than 50 years as part of Motorola, Inc. The company is based in
Austin, Texas, and has design, research and development, manufacturing
or sales operations in more than 30 countries. Freescale, a member of
the S&P 500(R), is one of the world's largest semiconductor companies
with 2005 sales of $5.8 billion (USD).
www.freescale.com
About Crabtree
Crabtree Electronics S.A., a leading electrical accessories
manufacturer in South Africa, first opened its doors in 1947, as a
subsidiary of a UK parent company. The Crabtree motto has been to
strive to be a company that meets the high demands of its customers
through the provision of a technically advanced product, unrivalled
service and superior support and back-up infrastructure. Crabtree
manufacturing facilities are located centrally in Wadeville, Gauteng.
Branches handling distribution and sales are situated in Cape Town,
Durban, Port Elizabeth, George and Bloemfontein. Additional
information is to be found on our web site: www.crabtree.co.za
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