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 MG> Are there zoom 33.6 modem?
Yes, internal and external for PC, internal and external for MAC,
PCMCIA card, and combo LAN/modem PCMCIA cards.  Also the ComStar
range for DSVD voice
 MG> and how much are they?
You can find the internal 2805 for as little as US $129
Now hitting the shelves are FlashROM K56flex models, so
mebe worth waiting for (see below)
 MG> and what is
 MG> their init string for telix 3.51... thanx
Basic default for current production is AT&F, for some earlier ROM
models it's AT&F&C1&D2   If you want more connect details add S95=43
onto those.  If you want full split speed reporting add \V1 to init
Zoom's 56K Line Features Flash Memory and Programmable DSPs
BOSTON, MA, April 22, 1997-Zoom Telephonics (Nasdaq: ZOOM), a leading
manufacturer of modems and other data communications equipment, announced
today that it has begun high-volume shipments of K56flex faxmodems
featuring flash memory for downloading updates for all modem code,
including Controller and Digital Signal Processor (DSP) code.
"Zoom believes that K56flex is positioned for the dominant share of
the 56K market, and we believe the right client modem choice is a
programmable DSP model from Zoom Telephonics," said Frank Manning, Zoom's
President.  K56flex is supported by modem chipmakers Rockwell and Lucent,
who together have approximately 70 percent of the worldwide modem chip
market.  K56flex is also backed by central site equipment manufacturers
representing about 70 percent of the installed base of central site modem
ports, including Ascend Communications, Bay Networks, Cascade
Communications, Cisco Systems, Compaq Computer, Digital Equipment,
Livingston Enterprises, Microcom, Shiva, 3COM, and others.  Computer
manufacturers supporting K56flex include AST, Compaq, Hewlett-Packard,
and Toshiba.
K56flex is backed by over 600 Internet Service Providers, including
America Online, CompuServe, NETCOM, PSINet, and UUNET Technologies.
Zoom will focus its shipments and marketing efforts on the most
advanced K56flex technology, which has a DSP that is updated from flash
memory instead of being "hard-coded." This means that all modem code, both
DSP and Controller code, can be easily modified by the user with
simple software commands without touching the modem.  This makes it easy to
make sure the modem code is the "latest and greatest," and to add features
including possible upgrades to future standards.
Zoom's first programmable-DSP 56K models are the Zoom/FaxModem 56K
internal (Model 2819) and Zoom/FaxModem 56Kx external (Model 2849 for PC,
Model 2845 for Macintosh, and Model 2848 for PC/Macintosh).  The internal
features 14,400 fax capability,  Plug and Play for easy installation, and
advanced ZoomGuard lightning protection. The external features 14,400 fax
capability, Plug and Play compatibility, 14 status lights, ZoomGuard
lightning protection, and a small, sleek design.
"We have elected to focus on the highest-end K56flex technology
available from Rockwell," said Frank Manning, Zoom's President.  "Our
extensive testing convinces us that the smart customer will want the
significantly higher performance and superior upgradeability of 56K modems
with flash memory for both the modem Controller and Digital Signal
Processor.  You don't need full-upgradeability for stable technology like
33.6K, but you should use it for advanced pre-standard technology like 56K.
Customers should be wary of modems that advertise flash memory and don't
specifically mention DSP upgradeability, since modems typically use flash
memory for Controller code only."
"Zoom has been doing interoperability tests with Rockwell and the
major central site equipment providers," said Terry Manning, Zoom's Vice
President of Sales and Marketing.  "We're convinced that Zoom's
DSP-upgradeable 56K modems are the right high-performance choice for high
throughput and maximum compatibility."
Zoom will offer a full line of faxmodems supporting K56flex,
including internal, external, and PCMCIA models, some with full-duplex
speakerphone, voice mail, and simultaneous voice and data capabilities.
Zoom Telephonics designs,  produces and markets products that link
people and their personal computers through the world's largest network,
the international telephone network, and connected networks including the
Internet and corporate local area networks.  Zoom products are produced in
Boston, Massachusetts and sold worldwide.  Zoom Telephonics is publicly
traded on Nasdaq (Nasdaq: ZOOM).  The Zoom Web site is
http://www.zoomtel.com
# # #
This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding Zoom and
other companies' completion of the development and commercialization of
K56flex modems.  The successful development and commercialization of 56K
modems involve significant risks and uncertainties.  There can be no
assurance that other K56flex backers will successfully deploy on a timely
basis, or that once developed, Zoom's modems will compete successfully in
any of its target markets.  The forward-looking statements in this press
release speak only as of this date.  Zoom expressly disclaims any obligation
or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any
forward-looking statement contained herein to reflect any change in Zoom's
expectation with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or
circumstances on which any such statement is based.
See Zoom at Spring Comdex in Atlanta, June 2nd-5th, Booth #3040.
rgdZ
Richard
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