Macrovision adds DLNA 1.5 support for Connected Platform

July 30, 2008 - US firm Macrovision has launched the latest version of its Connected Platform, a solution for discovering, managing and using digital media on a variety of connected CE devices, with support for Digital living Network Alliance (DLNA) guidelines 1.5.

New features of the Connected Platform include the ability to securely transmit and playback high-definition video over a home network with DVD-style controls using the DLNA 1.5 link layer protection (LLP) standard. The solution also incorporates DTCP-IP 1.2 support to promote secure transmission of premium content throughout a single home network, as well as key technologies for CableLabs tru2way Home Networking Protocol, as well as European and Japanese broadcasting standards.

“The Macrovision Connected Platform builds on our company commitment to enable the digital entertainment experience where consumers can easily share and enjoy their digital media across many different devices throughout their homes,” said Steve Shannon, Executive Vice President, Product Management for Macrovision. “By providing ongoing open standards for certification and innovation, Macrovision is fueling the interoperability of millions of DLNA-, UPnP- and DTCP-IP-certified devices and leading the efforts in the development of a fully integrated digital living room.”