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Allion USB 3.0 Certification is Now in Service |
As of March 2012, Allion is officially authorized as a first-tier SuperSpeed USB Independent Test Laboratory (ITL) by the USB-IF. From now on, all vendors can apply for certification tests to obtain the certified logo directly through Allion. Allion is the only ITL in Taiwan and China to serve local vendors for their USB 3.0 implementations. Allion not only can support support certification needs but also can provide support in understanding the impacts and changes of the USB 3.0 specification helping to improve product quality. To serve our clients’ best interests, we also provide in-depth consulting services for problem-debugging and product root-cause analysis.
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Allion’s New Name: Allion Labs, Inc. |
Dedicated to the IT industry for over 20 years, Allion has extended its business coverage from testing services to Engineering Services. In accordance with the expansion and to reflect the goal of our business strategy, we are pleased to announce our new name as “Allion Labs, Inc”. This change does not affect the existing company operations and we will constantly provide our finest service to your satisfaction on which we have built our industry reputation. All contracts signed will remain effective and all customers’ authority and obligation will remain un-changed. We appreciate your acknowledgement of our new company name.
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Allion Test Labs, Inc |
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New Company Name
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Allion Labs, Inc. |
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IIC China 2012, Shenzhen, China |
In late February, Allion participated in IIC China as our first trade show activity of 2012. This time, not only did we emphasize promoting the importance of industry standards; we also introduced our newly-launched Windows 8 PretestService and Benchmark & Competitive Analysis. In addition, we delivered a significant yet brand-new concept: Focus on the total cost instead of testing cost. Allion’s standpoint is, “testing” is not just about discovering problems, it is to dig out the root cause and solve issues to improve the product quality as a whole. In this way, quality issues, customer complaints and recall risks can be prevented, and the total cost, as a result, is effectively reduced. |
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Microsoft Windows 8 Certification Workshop, Taipei |
With the launch of Windows 8 Consumer Preview, all system vendors and IHVs are now quickening their pace preparing for the adoption of this new OS. As Microsoft’s selected partner, Allion joined the Windows 8 Certification Workshop in Taipei as the role of professional testing/ validation expert. The actual on-site environment of Windows HCK, ADK and WDK were built for hands-on testing, and Allion’s Windows 8 professionals are there for technical support. |
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China Sourcing Fair: Electronics & Components, Spring 2012 |
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April 12 -15, 2012 |
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AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong @ # 2N10 |
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2012 CTimes Android Days |
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May 2 -3, 2012 |
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NTUH International Convention Center, Taipei |
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No Use of HDMI Version Numbers Effective Immediately |
 HDMI Licensing, LLC announced starting January 1, 2012 (with no grace period), all licensed products shall not make any references to HDMI version numbers including the HDMI specification (e.g., HDMI 1.4), interim version numbers (e.g., HDMI 1.4b) and CTS version numbers (e.g., 1.3c). The rules apply to all product descriptions such as labels/ markings, packaging, marketing and instructional materials, user manuals, online or other promotional material. Please refer to the table below for compliant/ non-compliant examples, or download the complete HDMI Adopted Trademark and Logo Usage Guideline for further information.
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HDMI (with 3D) |
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HDMI Ethernet Channel |
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Supports HDMI Ethernet Channel |
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HDMI (with HDMI Ethernet Channel, Audio Return Channel, Deep Color, x.v.Color) |
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HDMI 1.4b or HDMI 1.4 |
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HDMI 1.4b compliant or HDMI 1.4 compliant |
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Supports HDMI 1.4 |
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Compliant to HDMI CTS 1.4 |
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HDMI 1.4b with 3D |
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HDMI 1.4 with Deep Color, x.v.Color |
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Promote Compliant HDMI Products through “HDMI Product Finder” |
 HDMI Licensing, LLC recently announced that the “HDMI Product Finder” page is now available to all HDMI Adopters. This search mechanism helps to showcases fully-compliant HDMI products to a global audience of retailers, resellers, installers and consumers. Adopters can submit “Compliance Confirmation” for product listing now through the Adopter Extranet page. For details about the submission flow and guidelines, please contact Allion.
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Windows 8 Hardware Certification Requirements Are Published |
 To improve the certification experience for Windows 8, Microsoft has recently released Windows 8 Hardware Certification Requirements for the Windows Hardware Certification Program (previously known as the Windows Logo Program for Hardware). The new Program has a simplified process to focus on customer scenarios. For more information please visit Microsoft’s Windows Hardware Certification page. For the complete Requirements and Policies please visit here.
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Windows 8 Related Resources |
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Sysdev.microsoft.com Now Replace Winqual.microsoft.com |
 Microsoft Windows Quality Online Services (Winqual.microsoft.com) has already been taken offline effective February 9, 2012, at 18:00 Pacific Time (UTC-8). The new site is Sysdev.microsoft.com and all logo submissions, metadata submissions, VeriSign certificates, legal agreements, and user accounts and roles will be preserved.
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DLNA Website Update and Member Area Change |
 DLNA recently has updated the DLNA official site. The website has been divided into Consumer and Industry sections for visitors to better find what they need. The official website linkremains the same but the member area has been modified. Please refer to the below links for reference.
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DLNA Approves HomePlug AV and HD-PLC Powerline Networking for Networked Device Interoperability Guidelines |
 In mid March, DLNA, HPA (HomePlug Powerline Alliance) and HD-PLC Alliance has announced that DLNA has approved the HomePlug AV and HD-PLC powerline networking standards to be incorporated into the next version of its Networked Device Interoperability Guidelines, scheduled for release in early 2012. For further information please refer to the official announcement.
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Important Notice of DLNA Certification Process Expanded Guidelines V1.84 |
 As of February 17, 2012, UIC (UPnP Implementers Corporation) certifications for the device classes DMP, M-DMP, DMC and M-DMC are now mandatory pre-requisites for DLNA certification. UIC certifications for capabilities +PU+ and +DN+ will also be required shortly.
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DLNA Certified Test Plan (CTP) Updates |
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| Section 4.1 Unregistered Properties: DTCP-IP support will not be considered as an Unregistered feature. If the DUT supports DTCP-IP but does not register for it, it will not be tested. |
| [Version 1.85] |
| Section 6.1.1Performance Requirements：PRT (Playback Response Time) and UIRT (User Interface Response Time) values are now defined only in Section 6.1.1 and all other references to these in the document point to this section. UIRT value is now changed to 3 seconds. This section 6.1.1 is not mandatory until March 31st 2012. Before March 31st 2012, the PRT is allowed to be up to 30 seconds. After that, the PRT is changed to 10 seconds. |
| [Version 1.87] |
| Valid until March 14, 2012. |
[Version 1.86] |
| Valid until March 14, 2012.（Retired） |
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DisplayPort Logo Transition and Policy Update |
 In late January, the DisplayPort Task group finalized and published all of the Logo Transition documents. These can be found in the DP Logo Requirements folder on the WorkZone page. The following new policies related to the Logo Transition have also been released and are effective as of January 30, 2012:
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For certification (or logo compliance starting in May 2012), all DisplayPort Source and Sink devices must pass the Interoperability CTS version 1.0 and EDID CTS version 1.1. |
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Dual-mode DisplayPort cable adapters can be certified |
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CCC Launched New Official Website for MirrorLink™ Standard |
 Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) Recently launched the new version of MirrorLink™ official website. The web link is http://www.mirrorlink.com/.
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MirrorLink is an industry standard allowing mobile devices like Smartphones to communicate with In-Vehicle Infotainment system (IVI system) seamlessly. The ultimate goal is to provide a convenient and intuitional in-vehicle user experience through this innovative phone-centric car connectivity solution. Allion is the MirrorLink ATL accredited by CCC to conduct MirrorLink Certification Program. The purpose of this certification program is to ensure the device interoperability and application conformance for MirrorLink brand promise. For more information please refer to the webpage introduction. |
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USB-IF Announced SuperSpeed USB ITL lsit for compliance testing |
 USB-IF recently announced that Allion Taipei and Shanghai have become the first tier ITL to conduct the USB 3.0 Compliance Program. All product categories including Peripheral (Device), Host Add-In Cards, Systems, and Silicon Building Blocks can now be tested. For further information please refer to the USB-IF webpage.
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＊All USB-IF Compliance Updates please refer to http://compliance.usb.org/ |
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WFA launched WPA2™ with Protected Management Frames (PMF) certification program |
 In late January the WFA announced the availability of the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ WPA2™ with Protected Management Frames (PMF) interoperability certification program. The interoperability certification for Protected Management Frames is now Optional for a duration of 18 months after program launch and will become Mandatory for all devices after this initial period. The WPA2™ PMF certification program is now available at Allion. Download the detailed Test Plan.
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| Upcoming Events |
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April 23-26, 2012 |
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The Westin Taipei Hotel, Taipei, Taiwan |
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SATA-IO Interoperability Workshop #11
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April 23-26, 2012 |
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The Westin Taipei Hotel, Taipei, Taiwan |
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UPnP Forum Steering Committee
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May 10, 2012 |
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Seoul, Korea
Hosted by LG Electronics |
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April 16, 2012 |
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The Westin Taipei, Taiwan |
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PCI-SIG Compliance Workshop #80
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April 16-20, 2012 |
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The Westin Taipei, Taiwan |
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PCI-SIG Compliance Workshop #81
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June 4-8, 2012 |
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Embassy Suites Silicon Valley,
Milpitas, California |
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Wi-Fi Alliance Regional Symposium ~ Tokyo
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April 10, 2012 |
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Hilton Tokyo, Japan |
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Wi-Fi Alliance Regional Symposium ~ Chengdu
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April 24, 2012 |
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Shangri-La Hotel Chengdu, China |
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Wi-Fi Alliance Regional Symposium ~ Xi'an
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April 26, 2012 |
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Shangri-La Hotel Xi'an, China |
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USB-IF Compliance Workshop #82
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May 7-11, 2012 |
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Embassy Suites Portland –
Downtown, Portland, Oregon |
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Continua Summer Summit 2012 & Plugfest #017
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June 11-15, 2012 |
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Berlin, Germany |
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