ADS Brings the Big Screen to Computer Users and PC Gamers; ADS Announces Release of TV Elite XGA 1024 x 768 Scan Converter.CERRITOS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 19, 1999-- Continuing to deliver quality multimedia solutions for presentation and gaming needs, ADS Technologies Monday announced the release of TV Elite XGA, an XGA-to-TV scan converter A device that changes the video output from a computer to standard TV signals, allowing a regular TV to be used as a computer screen. A VCR can then also be used to record screen output. A scan converter may provide multiple TV formats, such as NTSC and PAL, as well as be able to output digital video such as a D1 signal. that allows users to display computer content on big screen television screens in resolutions up to 1024 x 768. This PC- and Mac-compatible scan converter generates sharp, stable TV images from noninterlaced VGA signals. Common uses for the Mac and PC compatible video adapter See video capture board, video graphics board and display adapter. will be for big-screen display of office applications and computer games. The TV Elite XGA has been designed as a plug-and-play tool for executives and educators who want to make stunning, multimedia presentations and for computer gamers who want to take gameplay to the big screen TV with clear, flicker-free image quality. "The popularity of computer gaming software coupled with the dazzling realism of their graphics has created a desire among gamers for bigger pictures with sharp images," remarked Mike McCoy, president of ADS Technologies. "ADS is excited to offer the TV Elite XGA as a solution for the high image quality they demand. TV Elite XGA also includes an infra infra prep. Latin for "below," this is legal shorthand to indicate that the details or citation of a case will come later on in the brief. Infra is distinguished from supra which shows that a case has already been cited "above." The typical language is Jones v. McLaughlin, infra, meaning the exact citation of the case, including volume and page number, will follow later in the document. (See: citation, cite)-red wireless remote for members of the business and educational communities. They can take advantage of this technology to create visual presentations that their audience will watch, pay attention to and remember." The Benefits of XGA-to-TV Scan Conversion TV Elite XGA features plug-and-play installation and does not require software. Once connected, computer content can be displayed on both computer monitor and TV screen at resolutions up to 1024 x 768 and at vertical refresh See vertical scan frequency and interlaced. rates up to 100 MHz. Real time conversion of XGA to TV and five-line anti-flickering technology produces high clarity and image quality. On-screen controls for brightness, picture width, horizontal and vertical positioning, overscan Outside of the normal rectangular viewing area on a display screen. Contrast with underscan Within the normal rectangular viewing area on a display screen. Contrast with overscan../underscan, and zoom functions can be controlled by the package's infra-red remote control. TV Elite XGA has 200 percent zoom and pan functions and gives users the ability to instantly zoom to any of 16 areas on the TV screen, which provides the user with the mobility and ability to make dynamic and interactive presentations. Includes: TV Elite XGA, nine-ft. composite video cable, nine ft. S-VHS cable, A/C power supply, cables necessary to connect between TV Elite and the computer for Mac and PC, and remote control. System Requirements and Availability Requires: IBM compatible (computer) IBM compatible - A computer which can use hardware and software designed for the IBM PC (or, less often, IBM mainframes). This was once a key phrase in marketing a new PC clone but now in 1998 is rarely used, the non-IBM wintel personal computer manufacturers such as Compaq, Dell and Gateway 2000 and OS vendor Microsoft having taken control of the market, marginalising IBM. PC or MAC, VGA card Same as VGA adapter., TV or VCR with video inputs (RCA or S-VHS). Windows requirements: IBM compatible 486 or higher processor, Windows 3.1, 95, 98, NT, DOS. Mac requirements: Macintosh Performa or PowerMac with 68020 or higher processor, MacOS System 7.1 or higher, VGA/MacVGA or higher resolution. Estimated street price is $169; available at most retail outlets. About Ads Technologies Inc. ADS Technologies delivers the cutting-edge technology of multimedia, upgrade and networking solutions to the personal computer marketplace. The privately held company manufactures scan converters, TV tuner cards, and USB and 1394 hardware for both PCs and Macs. For more information or graphics, contact Christina Cu at 800/888-5244 or visit the "Press Room" at www.adstech.com. |
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