Z-Wave Alliance 'Cable Today and Tomorrow' Exhibit During The Cable Center's Cable Days Showcases the Benefits of Home Control Services for MSOs

DENVER, CO--(Marketwire - October 16, 2008) - The Z-Wave Alliance is proud to announce that it is participating in The Cable Center's 'Cable Today and Tomorrow' exhibition to demonstrate the possibilities of an interoperable home Security, Monitoring and Automation (SMA) solution. The display showcases security, monitoring and automation products from multiple members of the Z-Wave Alliance operating together for an advanced home control experience.

"The Cable Center's Cable Today and Tomorrow exhibit exemplifies the importance of technological innovation to the future success of the cable industry," said Larry Satkowiak, president and chief executive officer of The Cable Center. "And we believe the Z-Wave Alliance's SMA exhibit is a great example of the practical applications of such innovation."

The solution set showcases leading devices from brand-name manufacturers all connected together over a home wireless network and displayed on TVs, PCs, and mobile phones for a personalized home security and control service. All home controls devices are connected and interoperate through Z-Wave, while remote IP cameras utilize a WiFi connection.

Devices include a Schlage connected door lock, GE lighting and appliance adapters, and Panasonic and SerComm IP cameras -- all displayed and controllable via the multiple screens of a TV, PC, and mobile phone. Software from 4Home and Crayon Interface enable the multi-screen user interfaces, and 4Home's Portal Server provides remote management and diagnostics for MSO technicians. The platform enables interactive control of home automation devices, automatic messaging to mobile devices, and remote access and control for the end-user from a browser UI or mobile phone.

"Home control services are very 'sticky' services that reduce churn and differentiate a broadband service offering -- exactly what service providers need now," noted Brad Kayton, chief operating officer of 4Home, Inc. "That is confirmed by the fact that five of the eight participants here are exhibiting home control solutions. However, Z-Wave is the only one that integrates a total SMA environment for security, monitoring, automation, energy management, and media control."

The Z-Wave Alliance exhibit is being unveiled at The Cable Center's 'Cable Today and Tomorrow exhibit' on October 16, 2008 during Cable Days, and will be on display until April 1, 2009. For more information on the Cable Center and exhibit, please visit: http://cablecenter.org/education/exhibits/cableToday.cfm

About Z-Wave

Z-Wave is an award-winning, proven and interoperable wireless mesh networking technology that allows a wide array of devices in and around the home to communicate including lighting, appliances, HVAC, entertainment centers and security systems. Z-Wave brings many benefits to everyday life including remote home monitoring, home healthcare, safety and security, and energy conservation. Z-Wave certified products are currently available from leading consumer brands in more than 300 products. Z-Wave is the recipient of the Wall Street Journal Technology Innovation Award in the wireless category, the CNET "Best of CES Award" in the enabling technologies category, along with PC World's World Class Award. For more information about Z-Wave, please visit www.z-wave.com.

About The Z-Wave Alliance

Formed in January 2005, the Z-Wave Alliance is a consortium of leading companies in the home technology space dedicated to solidifying Z-Wave as the standard for wireless home control products. The principal members include Cooper Wiring Devices, Danfoss, Ingersoll Rand, Intel, Intermatic, Leviton, FAKRO, Wayne-Dalton, Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI) and Zensys. Its members lead the home controls market, providing leading edge products and systems that deliver increased comfort, convenience, safety and security. Z-Wave technology is the foundation of all products manufactured by the Alliance members. For more information about the Z-Wave Alliance, visit www.zwavealliance.org.

About The Cable Center

The Cable Center is a leading resource for information, education and expertise on cable telecommunications. Based in Denver, Colorado, The Cable Center provides the knowledge to people and companies to help develop the industry's future, while also chronicling its history. From content to technology; from professional development and training to higher education; from historical perspective to future vision, The Cable Center, a nonprofit organization that does not rely on member dues or association fees, offers anyone interested in the industry invaluable tools and insights to hone skills in, and gain better understanding of, the cable business. The Cable Center is the home of The Cable Hall of Fame. Please visit www.cablecenter.org for more information.

Z-Wave® is a registered trade mark of Zensys, Inc. and its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

Contact Information: Contact: Patrick Dixon Ruder Finn for the Z-Wave Alliance 312-329-3915 dixonp@ruderfinn.com