Date: 07/10/2009

New Z-Wave architecture Series Modules from Sigma for home control solutions

Sigma has launched the ZM4100, a new Z-Wave architecture Series Modules for remote home control applications.

The Z-Wave technology consists of miniature RF control devices with a specialized mesh network protocol that enables centralized access and control of all these devices.

The ZM4100 modules are small form-factor battery powered devices offering fast frequency agility mechanism with concurrent multi-channel RF support that operates at 2.4 GHz and multiple sub-GHz bands, including the 952 Mhz frequency band. The ZM4100 series has also expanded the amount of memory on its chip to 64KB allows for the operation of dual-stack devices, supporting both the legacy Z-Wave protocol and the IP protocol for remote addressability.

"Z-Wave has made it possible for homeowners to readily install wireless control of their entire home for truly managing their energy and security while at home or away," said Ken Lowe, vice
president of strategic marketing for Sigma Designs. "Our new ZM4100 series takes this formula
to the next level of performance and enables it to be used on a worldwide basis."

Package: compact 8x8 mm QFN package

For more details visit www.sigmadesigns.com/Products/ZM4101/ZM4101.html and www.z-wave.com

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