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DeviceMate remotely monitors and supervises any programmable device equipped with serial interface. It acts as programmable interface between Internet/Ethernet and target device, continues to function even if target system fails, sends E-mail alarms, and facilitates communication for diagnosis and repair. Development kit contains Ethernet hardware, sample target unit, software with no royalties or license fees, and demonstration system.




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Z-World's New DeviceMate - A Low-Cost Solution to Web Enable New and Existing Products


Davis, Calif., November 2, 2001 - In a world increasingly driven by network connectivity, Z World's new DeviceMate provides a comprehensive and low-cost solution for designers who want to quickly web enable their new or existing devices and systems. DeviceMate offers a seamless integration of powerful hardware and software, allowing users to remotely monitor and supervise any programmable device equipped with a serial interface-for as low as $34 per unit (qty. I 000).

The DeviceMate Development Kit (only $399) contains everything needed to jumpstart development, including the RCM2200 core module (Z World's most compact Ethernet hardware) as the DeviceMate unit, a sample target unit, complete DeviceMate software with no royalties or license fees, and an easy-to-use demonstration system.

The DeviceMate unit acts as a multi-purpose programmable interface between the Internet/Ethernet and target devices. Operating independently from the target system, DeviceMate continues to function even if the target system fails. DeviceMate can send E-mail alarms and facilitate communication for diagnosis and repair when an exceptional event occurs. DeviceMate can also use TCP and UDP sockets, serve dynamic web pages, read inputs and variables remotely, and log data generated by the target system.

DeviceMate's unique software feature set combines the industry-proven Dynamic C@' development system with all the necessary sample programs and library support for both the DeviceMate unit and target system. Development for the DeviceMate can be as simple as modifying an existing demo program (such as setting the IP address) and then compiling and downloading the program to the DeviceMate unit. Library API functions are provided for programming the target.

DeviceMate is well suited for a wide range of applications, including vending and gaming machines, security systems, home automation, building controls, and manufacturing equipment. When implementing a DeviceMate solution in a production environment, designers can use any Ethernet-enabled Z-World single- board computer or core module featuring the powerful Rabbit 2000 microprocessor.

Z-World
Founded in 1983, Z World offers a complete line of low-cost embedded control products, including single- board computers, operator interfaces, and core modules with Internet/Ethernet connectivity. In 1989, Z World launched Dynamic C', the first integrated software development system specifically designed for embedded single-board computers. This highly successful integration of hardware and software substantially reduces development time and cost. In November 1999, Z World launched a new division, Rabbit Semiconductor, a fabless semiconductor company specializing in high-performance microprocessors.

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