Compaq Launches PC Industry's Most Innovative And Robust Array of Home PCs; Technological Firsts, Segmented Approach, Revolutionize Form, Function in Home Computing.NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 15, 1996-- Editor's Summary At a New York City New York City: see New York, city. New York City City (pop., 2000: 8,008,278), southeastern New York, at the mouth of the Hudson River. The largest city in the U.S. press conference, Compaq today announced: - Compaq Presario Presario is a series of desktop computers and notebooks from Compaq. The Presario family of computers was launched for the consumer marketplace in September 1993. Although HP has since acquired Compaq, the Presario name was not discontinued due to its marketability. 1000 Series: Designed for the mobile consumer who demands desktop performance and multimedia functionality in a completely integrated notebook design - Compaq Presario 3000 Series: The next generation of desktop computing -- the flat panel desktop -- that offers all the power and expansion of a desktop PC in a compact, attractive new design - Compaq Presario 4000 Series: A range of stylish and intuitive PCs -- from all-in-one designs to minitowers -- developed specifically for home and family PC users - Compaq Presario 6000 Series: A full-featured home office productivity tool featuring advanced communications, a wide variety of professional software and document management - Compaq Presario 8000 Series: The ultimate multimedia machine for PC entertainment enthusiasts, representing the most radical leap forward in graphics and sound - A strategic partnership with Sega Entertainment, Inc. that brings the ultimate in 3D entertainment software to Compaq home PCs As part of Compaq's series of announcements this summer aimed at providing customers with useful innovation for the Internet Age, Compaq Computer Corporation (company) Compaq Computer Corporation - The largest US manufacturer and vendor of IBM PC compatible personal computers and servers. Compaq was started in 1982 by three ex-Texas Instruments employees. Quarterly sales $2499M, profits $210M (Aug 1994). http://compaq.com/. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : CPQ CPQ Compaq CPQ Conseil du Patronat du Québec (Canada) CPQ Configure-Price-Quote CPQ Conseil de Presse du Québec (Québec Press Council, Canada) CPQ Companion Parrot Quarterly ) today unveiled a stunning family of Presario home PCs designed for every member of the family. The new Presario family combines the latest technological advances with intuitive designs to bring arcade quality graphics, high-fidelity stereo sound, ultra- fast Internet access See how to access the Internet. , videophone (1) (VideoPhone) A line of videophones (definition #1 below) from AT&T that were introduced in the early 1990s and later pulled off the market due to poor sales. The first models came with a price tag above $1,000, and a pair were needed. See Picturephone. capability and the fastest Pentium processors to the home PC. To meet the specific needs of five distinct market segments (Home and Family, Home Office, Multimedia Enthusiast, Design Conscious and Mobile Computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings ), each Presario product family has been engineered as a solution that will satisfy the needs of every aspect of the evolving home PC market. The Presario product family is made up of five new form factors and delivers nearly 20 new Presario PCs, offering consumers the industry's most innovative and robust array of home PCs. "With a product and brand strategy that is crafted to anticipate and satisfy the needs of virtually every consumer segment, Compaq is committed to delivering home PCs that truly change people's lives," said Mike Heil, Senior Vice President and Group General Manager, Consumer Products Group, Compaq. "Compaq, with the launch of the new Presario family, has pulled together a unique combination of marketing strategy, innovative design and insight into the needs of the consumer market to deliver a comprehensive product offering specifically designed to transform home computing for each family member." Several Presario units are available today at Compaq retail partners, additional models to follow this fall. Retail prices will range from $1,699 - $3,999 (a). Smartly Designed for the Home with Useful Innovation The new Presario home PCs -- from notebooks to minitowers -- feature striking new industrial designs and incorporate technological breakthroughs tailored to the needs of every type of consumer. The product designs are smart and elegant with new two-tone coloring, angles and shapes. Compaq also offers a revolutionary step forward in home computing by incorporating Easy Access Buttons that deliver quick, convenient access to commonly used multimedia features. Compaq Presario technology highlights include: (see separate technology release for more detail: Compaq Delivers a Barrage of Innovative Technologies for the Home). - Easy Access Buttons: Changing the home PC's ease-of-use paradigm, the Presario line includes an exclusive series of Easy Access Buttons on the front of the PC, which give users finger touch access to frequently used multimedia functions, such as playing audio CDs, talking on the speakerphone, retrieving a message on the answering machine, and a "Smart Q" button for immediate access to on-screen on·screen or on-screen adj. & adv. 1. As shown on a movie, television, or display screen. 2. Within public view; in public. help. Each new Presario model has a new specially-designed Sleep button that powers the machine to a quiet energy saving mode and transforms the PC into an instantly interactive consumer electronic device. - On-Screen Display: Compaq is the first PC manufacturer to incorporate On-Screen Display (OSD (1) (On-Screen Display) An on-screen control panel for adjusting monitors and TVs. The OSD is used for contrast, brightness, horizontal and vertical positioning and other monitor adjustments. ) with Easy Access Buttons, providing immediate visual feedback to the user at the push of a button, similar to what's found on today's TV. - JBL JBL James Bullough Lansing (audio/speaker engineer) JBL Journal of Biblical Literature JBL John Bradshaw Leyfield (wrestler) JBL Jonathan Bell Lovelace (investment research) Pro Audio: To bring high-fidelity sound to the home PC, Compaq has partnered with Harman International, the worldwide audio leader, to co-develop the exclusive new JBL Pro Audio Speakers. The new JBL Pro audio system provides consumers with PC audio performance that rivals the sound quality of today's home hi-fi stereo systems. This new level of audio performance for the home PC not only delivers excellent audio for music CDs, but also significantly enhances game and multimedia titles with exceptional sound clarity. - Arcade and GamePlay 3D Graphics: Many models of the new Presario family offer accelerated 3D graphics, including the world's most advanced arcade 3D graphics technology available on home PCs. This technology will enable consumers to enjoy real arcade-quality 3D graphics on their home PC with life-like and vivid graphics, smooth animation and rich colors which offer unprecedented realism to games and entertainment. - Videophone Capability: All new Presario 3000-8000 Series and select Presario 1000 Series models are videophone receive ready, allowing consumers to receive full color motion video (b). Videophone over a standard phone line allows consumers the capability to experience richer communication with friends and family members. Most models with the addition of an optional plug-and-play camera and corresponding send software (available 4Q 1996), will also be able to transmit video to another party. - 33.6 Kbps Talk and Send DSVD (Digital Simultaneous Voice and Data) An all-digital technology for concurrent voice and data (SVD) transmission over a single analog telephone line. The DSVD V. Modem: All new Presario 3000-8000 Series and select Presario 1000 Series models will include the 33.6 Kbps Talk and Send DSVD Modem (c), the fastest modem currently supported over standard phone lines. In addition to ultra-fast Internet access, DSVD Modem technology allows both voice and data to be simultaneously transmitted over the same phone line. - Two-line Modem: The Presario 6000 Series will include a two-line modem solution for home office customers who use two phone lines in conducting their work. This will enable these consumers to have dedicated phone lines, one for telephony functions and the other for fax or data retrieval, both using the power of their Presario without generating busy signals. - Double Bright TFT (Thin Film Transistor) The term typically refers to active matrix screens on laptop computers. Active matrix LCD provides a sharper screen display and broader viewing angle than does passive matrix. See LCD and thin film. TFT - Thin Film transistor Flat Panel Display A thin display screen for computer and TV usage. The first flat panels appeared on laptop computers in the mid-1980s, and the LCD technology became the standard. Stand-alone LCD screens became available for desktop computers in the mid-1990s and exceeded sales of CRTs for the first time : Available in the Presario 3000 Series, Compaq has incorporated the consumer market's first Double Bright TFT flat panel display. This advanced display technology provides the brightest, highest contrast images available today. Double Bright TFT display surpasses the quality of traditional computer monitors. - 4-Disc Autoload CD-Changer: In the Presario 3000 Series, the Autoload CD-Changer automatically loads CDs like today's car CD players and holds up to 4 CDs for convenient storage and access to the user's most often used CDs. - ThrustMaster Advanced Gamepad: Included with select Presario 8000 Series models, this innovative gamepad is fully featured and programmable to give players full control of games. - Cordless RF Mouse: In the Presario 3000 Series, the Cordless Radio Frequency Mouse reduces cable clutter and allows users to freely move the mouse in any direction. - Remote Control: To make the Compaq Presario line easier to use for consumers, select models include a remote control to provide convenient control of multimedia features from across the room. Compaq Presario 1000 Series: Powerful Multimedia Notebook The Compaq Presario 1000 Series is the industry's first portable PC designed exclusively for the consumer market and users who demand a multimedia notebook for serious work and serious play. The Presario 1000 Series' sleek all-inclusive design seamlessly integrates CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). , diskette The official name for the floppy disk. See floppy disk. diskette - floppy disk drive, modem, hard drive, Easy Access Buttons and speakers for a convenient, no-hassle portable solution. The product features the ultimate multimedia experience with the industry's best audio experience available in a portable, with powerful "ported" stereo speakers, 33.6/14.4 Kbps data fax modem fax modem n. A modem that sends and receives fax transmissions. , delivering the fastest Internet access, full duplex (Computers) arranged so that the information may be transmitted in both directions simultaneously; - of communications channels between computers; contrasted with Available in early fourth quarter, the Presario 1000 Series will be priced from $2,499 to $3,999. Compaq Presario 3000: The Ultimate Design Further establishing Compaq as the leading innovator in the consumer PC market, the Presario 3000 Series -- the industry's first full-featured flat panel desktop -- represents the next generation in desktop computing and a breakthrough in PC design to better fit into the family home and lifestyle. The Presario 3000 Series uses 40 percent less space than most desktop PCs and monitors, while delivering all the power and performance that consumers have come to expect from multimedia desktop computing. The Presario 3000 Series offers state-of-the-art features including the consumer market's first 12.1-inch Double Bright TFT display, providing the brightest, most vibrant images that surpasses the quality of traditional computer monitors; a four-disc autoload CD changer Changer The name given to a clearing member that is willing to assume the opposite position of a futures contract within a larger alternative exchange, of which it also is a clearing member. which loads CDs like today's car CD players, and a cordless mouse to reduce cable clutter and allow users to freely use the mouse from any direction. Providing desktop performance and expandability, the Presario 3000 Series also offers a super-fast Pentium 166 MHz processor with a 256KB pipeline burst cache A common type of static RAM chip used for memory caches. After the first byte is accessed, access to subsequent memory locations takes fewer machine cycles than with previous designs. See L2 cache and static RAM. , 24 MB of EDO memory EDO memory - Extended Data Out Dynamic Random Access Memory and 2.0 GB hard drive, 33.6 Kbps Talk and Send DSVD Modem with videophone receive capabilities, powerful JBL Pro speakers, Spatializer 3D surround sound An audio recording and playback system that uses five or more channels plus a subwoofer channel. See 5.1 channel and 3D audio. , MPEG video playback and wavetable A group of sampled sound waves used in MIDI. See wavetable synthesis and MIDI. (hardware, music) wavetable - A type of sound generator often built in a sound card. A wavetable contains digitised samples of real instrument sounds or effect (FX) sounds. sound. (See separate technology release for more detail: Compaq Presario 3000 Represents Breakthrough in PC Design for the Home). At estimated retail prices starting at $3,499, the Presario 3000 Series comes bundled with a variety of family-oriented software and Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. 95. Compaq Presario 4000 Series: Home and Family PC Compaq's new Presario 4000 Series is a range of PCs smartly designed for the home and family. The elegant two- tone design of the PC blends well with the decor of any home. Designs include the all-in-one, with a built-in 15-inch monitor (13.5-inch viewable area) and remote control, desktop, and minitower min·i·tow·er n. A computer cabinet that is about half the height of a cabinet that houses a tower computer. versions. The Presario 4000 Series features the exclusive Easy Access Buttons, which enable consumers to easily reach frequently used multimedia features. The PCs also offer market-leading JBL Pro Audio speakers, adding true consumer electronics audio to the PC, as well as a 33.6/14 Kbps data/fax modem, for the fastest way to surf the Internet. Videophone receive capability is standard on the 4000 Series, providing full color motion video over standard phone lines. Safeguarding consumers from technological obsolescence ob·so·les·cent adj. 1. Being in the process of passing out of use or usefulness; becoming obsolete. 2. Biology Gradually disappearing; imperfectly or only slightly developed. , the Presario 4000 Series includes Pentium processors ranging from 120MHz to 200MHz; 6X and 8X CD-ROM; and 16MB to 32MB of standard memory. For state-of -the art entertainment, the 4000 Series also offers MPEG full motion video playback, Spatializer 3D surround sound, wavetable sound, GamePlay 3D graphics, and up to 2MB of video memory. In addition, full duplex speakerphone, an integrated telephone answering machine and send/receive fax capabilities are standard. Priced from $1,699 to $2,799, many of the Presario 4000 models are available today with additional models to follow later this summer. Compaq Presario 6000: Home Office PC The Presario 6000 Series is designed to appeal to consumers looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. a full-featured home office productivity tool that projects a big business image. The Presario 6000 Series offers features customized for home office applications including an advanced communications capability using the two-line 33.6 Kbps Talk and Send modem. This allows users to talk on one phone line while faxing documents on the other phone line. Additional communications features include videophone receive capability enhanced voice mail and call tracking software. Home office consumers can also take advantage of efficient data/document management capabilities with Compaq's innovative Scanner Keyboard, which allows users to scan, file and fax anything from business cards to documents. The Presario 6000 Series offers full-edition Microsoft Word A full-featured word processing program for Windows and the Macintosh from Microsoft. Included in the Microsoft application suite, it is a sophisticated program with rudimentary desktop publishing capabilities that has become the most widely used word processing application on the market. , Microsoft PowerPoint, and Lotus 1-2-3 for developing business proposals, presentations, and advanced spreadsheets. The Presario 6000 Series also includes the same rich multimedia features of the 4000 Series making it great for after hours Adv. 1. after hours - not during regular hours; "he often worked after hours" use. Available in August, the Presario 6000 Series will be priced from $2,399 to $2,999. Compaq Presario 8000 Series: Ultimate Multimedia Machine The Compaq Presario 8000 Series is the ultimate PC for the multimedia and gaming enthusiast. This all new high- performance minitower represents the most radical leap forward in 3D graphics and sound available on a PC. In addition to powerful productivity use, the 8000 Series offers the latest in entertainment and gaming capabilities. The Presario 8000 Series is the first PC to bring arcade quality 3D graphics to the home through the use of the PowerVR (TM) 3D graphics super-accelerator, which is the fastest 3D technology available today, and is up to four times faster than today's game consoles. The only 3D technology endorsed by both the leading arcade video game developers (Sega Entertainment, Inc. and Namco) and the leading PC game developers (such as Activision and Looking Glass Looking Glass - A desktop manager for Unix from Visix. ), the Presario 8000 Series will offer the most popular arcade quality games with the smoothest texturing and fastest play. The sound system provided with the Presario 8000 Series delivers a no-compromise audio experience, through the use of JBL Pro premium powered speakers Powered speakers (or active speakers) are speakers that have built-in amplifiers. They can be connected directly to a mixing console or sound source, without the need for an amplifier. Such speakers are available with passive or active crossovers built into them. and crisp InterWave 32-voice wavetable sound. A JBL Pro subwoofer A speaker that reproduces the lower end of the audio spectrum. A subwoofer system may include a crossover circuit which switches frequencies at approximately 100Hz and under to the subwoofer, while passing the rest of the signal to the main speakers. is also available on selected models and separately as an option. The innovative ThrustMaster Advanced Gamepad (available in September) puts total control in the palms of the user's hands. The Presario 8000 Series has been totally optimized for performance and will include: Intel MMX technologies (when available), 32MB of system Memory, 512KB pipeline burst cache and 6MB total graphics memory. (See separate technology release for more detail: Compaq Delivers the Ultimate Multimedia Machine). Available in August, the Presario 8000 Series will be priced from $2,499 to $3,299. Strategic Partnership with Sega To support the Presario 8000 Series ultimate multimedia machine, Compaq is partnering with Sega Entertainment Inc. to deliver PowerVR versions of Sega's most popular arcade games You can also check the Killer List of Videogames. This is a list of arcade games organized alphabetically by name. It does not include computer or console games unless they were also released in video arcades. See Lists of video games for related lists. . These arcade games will offer virtually the same level of realism and action found in today's coin-operated Sega arcade machines. (See separate release for more details: Sega Entertainment and Compaq To Bring the Ultimate in PC Arcade Entertainment to the Home.) Presario Multimedia Monitors With the new Presario family, Compaq introduced three new multimedia monitors, including the Compaq Presario 1425 (14-inch, 12.9-inch viewable), 1525 (15-inch, 13.5-inch viewable), and 1725 (17-inch, 15.6-inch viewable). The new multimedia monitors are designed to complement the stunning designs of the new Presario products, with similar shapes and colors, making them attractive for anywhere in the home. All new monitors include a built-in microphone, optimized for the Presarios' full-duplex speakerphone. The monitors also include an innovative digital volume knob and mute controls, that resemble volume controls on today's stereo electronics. International Availability The Compaq Presario family, introduced in North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. and Latin America today, will be launched within Compaq's Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) Refers to that region of the world. For example, one might see products packaged differently for the UK, EMEA and Asia Pacific markets. ), Asia Pacific and Japan regions later this year. The product models and features for all regions and countries may differ. Company Background Compaq Computer Corporation, a Fortune 100 company and the world's largest supplier of personal computers, delivers useful innovation through products that network people with information. Compaq is strategically organized to meet the current and future needs of its customers, offering enterprise computing solutions, networking products, commercial PC products and consumer PCs. In 1995, the company reported worldwide sales of $14.9 billion. The company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly programs and business practices. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products can be found at http://www.compaq.com or by calling 1-800-OK-COMPAQ. Product information and reseller locations can be obtained by calling 1-800-345-1518. -0- (a) All prices listed herin are estimated US retail prices; actual prices may vary; prices do not include monitors unless otherwise noted. (b) Free videophone-receive software offer available late 1996. (c) Free DSVD software upgrade to add DSVD functionality available late 1996. Compaq, Registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Innovate Forum is a service mark of Compaq. -0- VNR VNR Video News Release VNR Van Nostrand Reinhold (publishing company) VNR Video Noise Reduction VNR Veranstaltungsnummer VNR VFR Flight Not Recommended VNR Video News Reel VNR Very Nice Roll VNR Variable Navigation Ratio coordinates Date: Monday 07/15/96 Time: 02:30 p.m. Satellite Name: Galaxy C4 Transponder: 11H ch11 Audio: 6.2 & 6.8 Downlink Freq: 3920 Mhz CONTACT: Compaq Computer Corporation Brian Temple, Mike Berman 713-514-0484 btemple@bangate.compaq.com or Miller/Shandwick Technologies Wendy DeFeudis, Matt Lloyd 617-536-0470 wdefeudis@miller.shandwick.com |
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