Altec Lansing Debuts XA Video Game Speakers At E3 Expo 2002.Business Editors E3Expo 2002 Booth 2240, West Hall LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 22, 2002 Powerful, Full-Frequency Speakers Transform Typical TVs, Providing Incredible Play Experience for Any Game System Including Xbox(R), GameCube(TM), PlayStation(R) 2 Altec Lansing Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of computer and home entertainment sound systems, headphones, and microphones for personal digital media. (R) Technologies, Inc., the long-time leader in the design and manufacture of computer speaker systems, today announced the debut of the XA Video Game Speaker line at E3 Expo 2002 in Los Angeles Los Angeles (lôs ăn`jələs, lŏs, ăn`jəlēz'), city (1990 pop. 3,485,398), seat of Los Angeles co., S Calif.; inc. 1850. . Designed to satisfy the unmet demand for better video game sound, Altec Lansing's new XA products completely transform the typical TV, delivering the powerful, high- and low-frequency response gamers insist on. "The average television purchased in the U.S. offers only three watts of audio per speaker, and only produces mid-range frequencies," said Mark Lucas Mark Lucas is the director of the United States Association of Blind Athletes. He also is currently learning physical therapy in South Carolina. , president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. , Altec Lansing. "While this may be sufficient for typical television programming, it does not come close to meeting the high and low frequency demands of today's video gamers." Designed for use with the latest and hottest video game consoles This is a list of video game consoles by the era they appeared in. Eras are named based on the dominant console type of the era (even though not all consoles of those eras are of the same type). Some eras are referred to based on how many bits a major console could process. , including the Xbox(R), GameCube(TM), and PlayStation(R) 2, the new XA line fills a market void by enabling game lovers to quickly and easily create a more robust video gaming video gaming n. 1. Gambling by means of interactive games of chance played on a video screen. 2. The playing of video games. environment at an affordable price. The XA line will also greatly improve the audio of TV shows and DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. movies by reproducing frequencies that are often omitted from television speakers. The new XA line includes three different speaker systems to meet a range of needs and budgets: -- XA 3001, a one-piece system designed to enhance existing television speakers, is available at an MSRP of $49.95. The XA 3001, a subwoofer for your TV brings out the low frequencies of a video game's soundtrack and adds "rumble effects" to the gaming experience with 30 watts of total system power. -- XA 3021, a three-piece speaker system designed to replace television audio, is available at an MSRP of $99.95. The two stereo satellite speakers combine with a powerful subwoofer to create a remarkable listening experience, with sparkling highs and ground-shaking lows from 40 watts of total system power. Additionally, a wired remote control includes volume, bass equalization, and two headphone jacks (for late-night gaming without waking the neighbors). -- XA 3051, a premium six-piece system featuring five satellite speakers and a subwoofer, is scheduled for July, 2002 release and will be available for $199.95 MSRP. It features 100 watts of total system power, and Dolby(TM) Surround Pro Logic(TM) technology, to create an amazingly rich and immersive video game experience. It also adds pulse-quickening excitement to watching DVDs or other television programming. "Video game consoles are currently a $4.5 billion industry," noted Lucas. "Our move beyond the PC and into this market is founded on extensive research. We're confident these new speakers will provide gaming enthusiasts and TV fans with an easy, affordable way to upgrade their TV audio for greater entertainment." Altec Lansing's new XA line of video game speakers for TV is available through major consumer electronics and toy retailers. For additional information about the XA line, or any of Altec Lansing's other award-winning audio products, visit the company's exhibit at Booth 2240 (West Hall), log on to www.alteclansing.com, or call toll-free at 1-800-258-3288. About Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc., has a rich legacy of blending art and science to stir the soul with high quality consumer and professional speaker systems. The market leader in personal computer speakers, Altec Lansing designs, manufactures and markets a wide range of computer and home entertainment sound systems and a line of headsets and headphones Head-mounted speakers. Headphones have a strap that rests on top of the head, positioning a pair of speakers over both ears. For listening to music or monitoring live performances and audio tracks, both left and right channels are required. . The company's Professional division, re-launched in April 2002, builds on the storied Altec Lansing name among sound system specifiers, contractors and installers in the fixed installation market. Headquartered in Milford, PA USA and privately held, Altec Lansing has offices in Austin TX, Cary NC, Houston TX, Hyrum UT, Oklahoma City Oklahoma City (1990 pop. 444,719), state capital, and seat of Oklahoma co., central Okla., on the North Canadian River; inc. 1890. The state's largest city, it is an important livestock market, a wholesale, distribution, industrial, and financial center, and a farm OK, Paris, Hong Kong Hong Kong (hŏng kŏng), Mandarin Xianggang, special administrative region of China, formerly a British crown colony (2005 est. pop. 6,899,000), land area 422 sq mi (1,092 sq km), adjacent to Guangdong prov. and Tokyo. In addition, Altec Lansing has an ISO (1) See ISO speed. (2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI. 9002 and SA8000 certified manufacturing facility in The People's Republic People's Republic n. A political organization founded and controlled by a national Communist party. of China. The company employs about 1,500 people worldwide. Altec Lansing is a registered trademark of Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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