Binghamton, NY, September 14, 2006 —McIntosh Laboratory, a world leader in home entertainment systems for more than 50 years, has always been renowned for the singular quality and craftsmanship of its high-end audio products. Now, at CEDIA 2006, the company is completing the home entertainment picture, bringing its unswerving attention to design, build quality and technological innovation to the creation of a new line of McIntosh video products, led by the company’s first-ever video projector, Model MDLP1. At CEDIA, McIntosh is also debuting its new Model VP1000 video processor, designed as a companion piece to meld seamlessly with the MDLP1 for an ultimate “no-compromise” home entertainment solution.

Noted McIntosh President, Charlie Randall: “Integration of audio and video in a total home entertainment system is the driving force behind today’s high-end consumer electronics marketplace, and being able to create the ultimate audio/video system is particularly important to custom installation professionals who cater to a demanding clientele of home entertainment aficionados. Our new video projector and companion processor reflect all the ideals that have earned McIntosh our near mythic status among audiophiles over the years. We look forward to demonstrating these products to CEDIA attendees, and showing how McIntosh is now a total solutions provider for those who seek perfection – or a close as it comes – in home entertainment.”

MDLP1 Video Projector: Video Perfection, McIntosh-Style! McIntosh’s new MDLP1 video projector is everything you would expect from a company with McIntosh’s unmatched reputation for quality and performance. Designed as the ultimate centerpiece for a no-compromise home theater, it features the latest-generation Texas Instrument single-chip DLP light and advanced processing circuitry that provides full 1080p HDMI Native input. When used in conjunction with McIntosh’s new VP1000 video processor, the MDLP1 provides optional scaling up to and including to 1080p of all video sources. The MDLP1 includes 2 HDMI and 2 Component video inputs.

VP1000: Ideal Complement to the MDLP1 McIntosh’s new VP1000 is designed as the ideal complement to the MDLP1. It is the first McIntosh Video Processor developed as a line-rate scaler between video source components and higher resolution displays such as plasma, LCD, DLP and HD video displays. A 2-zone processor, the VP1000 features dual scalers, allowing users to make image adjustments from many separate sources to two different displays in independent zones. For added flexibility and convenience, the VP1000 performs video adjustment functions such as color, sharpness and contrast. The VP1000’s inputs include 4 HDMI, 6 Component, 6 S-Video and 6 Composite; outputs included Composite, S-Video, Component and HDMI up to 1080p. An RS232 port provides for control of other systems, and a large 2 x 20 character alphanumeric florescent display and advanced OSD setup menus add to the VP1000’s flexibility and ease of use. For total convenience and flexibility, McIntosh’s UEI HR057 dedicated remote control combines the functionality of the VP1000 and MDLP1. The maximum flexibility and installation convenience, the VP1000 will ship with the ceiling mounting bracket included.

Connect to the AP1000 for the Ultimate “Two-Box” A/V Solution For an even more sophisticated total audio/video system, the VP1000 is designed to connect seamlessly with McIntosh’s new AP1000 Audio Control Center, which features a dedicated control interface port for the VP1000. The combination of these two processors results in an unprecedented “two-box” A/V solution. In addition to allowing for total video switching and processing of the VP1000 through the AP1000 Audio Control Center, another benefit of this two-box combination is that when video software upgrades are available, consumers upgrade only the video portion and not be required to upgrade a more expensive audio/video processor. With the AP1000, users also enjoy the benefits of an LCD front-panel video display for control and live video, as well as Ethernet and USB connection for third party control and update, a next-generation TI chip set for DSP audio processing, as well as 12 Audio inputs and both balanced and unbalanced outputs and more.

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CORONA, CA � Vizualogic is taking mobile video in a bold new direction with the introduction of the new A-1250 iPod� Compatible All-In-One Headrest Monitor/DVD system.

The A-1250 has been developed to enable playback of all digital entertainment platforms including DVD, VCD, CD-R, CD-RW and MP3 players. A front monitor input jack allows users to easily connect their portable media devices such as iPods, games, MP3 and portable DVD players and whatever the future holds. The system is loaded with additional features, making it the ultimate headrest entertainment system available today:

iPod Compatible: iPods are truly plug-and-play with an iPod interface cable that plugs directly into the dock connector in the bottom of the iPod for a superior connection and ease of use. Vizualogic is a licensed iPod product developer.

Front-Mounted AUX Input Jack: An AUX input jack located on the front of each monitor allows individual users to easily connect their portable media devices and view the contents on a larger screen. Individual users can simultaneously view different programming on each headrest.

Built-in DVD Player with Backlit On-Screen Controls: New backlit on-screen controls make this system the easiest to use ever. Play, pause, stop and change tracks right from the screen, without the need for a remote. Self-dimming blue LED backlit control buttons allow the user to control the brightness at all light levels. Vizualogic�s signature top-loading DVD player, built into the headrest, makes changing DVDs almost as easy as pushing the eject button.

Multi-Source Viewing: Standard multi-source, easy to understand, switchable video source selection allows viewing of up to four different video sources on each monitor. Works with iPod and other MP3 players, portable DVD players, PDAs and other portable devices with audio or video outputs.

7-inch TFT-LCD Monitor: This wide aspect monitor (16:9 ratio) is the brightest and clearest on the market.

Wireless and Wired Audio: A built-in wireless FM modulator with on-screen and remote controls give the user seven available frequencies to provide interference-free audio through the vehicle�s radio system for maximum sound clarity.

IR Sensor/Remote Control: A wireless remote controls on-screen display functions.

IR Transmitter for Wireless Headphones: Transmits audio to wireless headphones (not included), and also features a wired audio-out option for those who prefer to use their own headphones.

Environmentally Sound: Vizualogic products have the widest operating temperature range (-30�C to 80�C) in the industry, to ensure that your mobile video system will operate in even the harshest conditions.

PerfectMatch� Selection: The A-1250 is available in more than 7,000 vehicle-specific modes and colors, more than any combination system on the market.

On-Screen DVD and Monitor Controls: No more worries about dead batteries or lost remote controls!

Vizualogic, a division of TMI Products, Inc., specializes in the development and manufacture of high quality integrated mobile electronic systems and accessories. TMI, with more than 190 employees, was founded in 1982, and is based in Corona, CA. For more information, contact Mariellen Fagan, director of public relations, at 330-494-6999, ext. 201, or email mfagan@crowlinc.com. For press information and downloadable releases and images, visit the Vizualogic online pressroom at www.editorpressroom.com/vizualogic, or www.vizualogic.com.

Allwired Technologies is an authorized dealer of Vizualogic DVD Headrest Systems. To purchase the new A-1250 or other Vizualogic products, please call 888.712.2433.

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