Diamond Multimedia Named as a Microsoft Windows 98 Launch Partner.SAN JOSE San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 25, 1998-- Diamond's Award-Winning Graphics Accelerators, Sound Cards and Modems Deliver the Ultimate Gaming and Internet Experience for Windows 98 Users Diamond Multimedia Systems Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :DIMD DIMD Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary ), a leader in interactive multimedia acceleration, today announced the company's participation in the 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. 98 launch event. As a Windows 98 launch partner, Diamond's high-performance graphics and audio accelerators and modems, in combination with the new Windows 98 technology, are recognized as providing a first-class gaming and Internet experience for today's PC consumers. With Diamond's premier products, users of Windows 98 will experience the best hardware solutions that take advantage of several advancements in the new Windows platform, including multiple display support, Accelerated Graphics Port See AGP. (hardware, graphics) Accelerated Graphics Port - (AGP) A bus specification by Intel which gives low-cost 3D graphics cards faster access to main memory on personal computers than the usual PCI bus. (AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) A high-speed 32-bit port from Intel for attaching a display adapter to a PC. It provides a direct connection between the card and memory, and only one AGP slot is on the motherboard. ) capability, modem channel bonding Increasing transmission speed by spreading the data over two or more lines. Bonded analog modems use two analog telephone lines to double transmission capacity, splitting data into two streams of 56 Kbps. In addition, if one modem fails, the transmission continues with the other modem. and enhanced compatibility features. Further information on Windows 98-compatible products from Diamond can be found on-line at www.diamondmm.com/win98. "Diamond Multimedia intends to design and deliver products featuring the most advanced PC technologies for Windows users," said Bill Schroeder For the baseball player, see . William Fredrich Schroeder (born January 9, 1971, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin) is a former American football wide receiver in the NFL. He attended Sheboygan South High School and then went on to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, where he starred , 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. of Diamond Multimedia. "By working with Microsoft, Diamond's customers can continue to enjoy state-of-the-art graphics acceleration, immersive 3D sound and higher modem speeds with improved ease-of-use and functionality under the Windows 98 platform." "Diamond's world-wide brand recognition and PC subsystem expertise, coupled with the advanced new features in Windows 98, delivers a new level of exceptional gaming and Internet experience to users of Windows 98," said Rob Bennett, group product manager at Microsoft Corp. "We're pleased that Diamond Multimedia will be participating in the Windows 98 launch event." Diamond Accelerates New Windows 98 Features Multiple display support, now embedded in the Windows 98 operating system, allows PC users to use multiple monitors with up to nine graphics adapters in a single PC for graphic-intensive applications such as desktop publishing, Web development, video editing and computer gaming environments. With Diamond's high-quality Windows 98-compatible graphics accelerators, PC consumers are provided with both AGP and PCI-based boards to fulfill the requirements for this exciting new feature. The AGP interface specification, co-developed by Intel, significantly increases the performance of memory-intensive, real-time 3D graphics on the PC by providing a direct connection between the graphics subsystem and system memory. Windows 98 users now have native AGP support and with Diamond Multimedia's AGP-based graphics accelerator star line-up, PC users can take full advantage of all the benefits AGP has to offer. WHQL (Windows Hardware Quality Labs) A Microsoft facility that provides testing services for hardware and drivers for compliance with its operating systems. WHQL administers various logos that compliant vendors may reprint on their packages. Approval As part of the company's strategy to stay abreast of the latest PC technologies, Diamond Multimedia submits new products to Microsoft's Windows Hardware Quality Lab (WHQL) for compatibility testing with Windows operating systems, including Windows 98. Diamond's Stealth II S220, Stealth II G460, Viper V330, Fire GL 1000 Pro and Monster 3D II graphics accelerators, Monster Sound M80 and Monster Sound MX200 audio accelerators, and SupraSonic II and SupraExpress 56 line of modems are included in Microsoft's Hardware Compatibility List HCL stands for hardware compatibility list. In today's world, there are vast amounts of computer hardware in circulation, and many operating systems too. A hardware compatibility list is a database of hardware models and its compatibility with a certain operating system. (HCL HCl hydrochloric acid. ) of certified products to bring a realistic 3D graphics, audio and Internet experience in the Windows 98 environment. Diamond Products Power the Windows 98-Based PC With Diamond's premier products, users of Windows 98 will experience 2D/3D graphics and video, "true" positional 3D sound, and enhanced Internet access solutions when using today's abundance of texture-rich PC games and business applications. Graphics Accelerators -- Diamond Multimedia's advanced graphics accelerators feature powerful 2D and 3D processing and high-performance video playback for PCs running Windows 98. The Diamond Stealth II S220 accelerates the PC desktop for faster performance in gaming software. Powered by Rendition's Verite vé·ri·té n. Cinéma vérité. (TM) 2100 chip, the Stealth II S220 is a 4MB, 64-bit integrated accelerator that provides clearer, sharper images for optimum graphics at a U.S. estimated retail price (ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) An integrated information system that serves all departments within an enterprise. Evolving out of the manufacturing industry, ERP implies the use of packaged software rather than proprietary software written by or for one customer. ) of $99.95. Diamond's new Stealth II G460 delivers true AGP 2X graphics performance for mainstream Pentium(R) II-processor-based PC users and features the Intel740 processor with 8MB of memory. The U.S. ERP for the Stealth II G460 is $129.95 with a $30 introductory mail-in rebate for a net price of $99.95. The Viper V330 graphics accelerator is powered by the RIVA(TM) 128/128ZX 3D processor from NVIDIA Corp. and features 4MB or 8MB of SGRAM (Synchronous Graphics RAM) A type of dynamic RAM chip that is similar to the SDRAM technology, but includes enhanced graphics features for use with display adapters. . With Diamond-optimized drivers, the Viper V330 provides unparalleled Direct 3D graphics performance and ICD ICD International Classification of Diseases (of the World Health Organization); intrauterine contraceptive device. ICD abbr. support for OpenGL(TM). The Viper V330 carries a U.S. ERP of $119.95 for the 4MB configuration with a $20 mail-in rebate available to end users who purchase the retail Viper V330, offering a net price of $99.95. Diamond's Viper V330 8MB accelerator has an ERP of $129.95. Diamond's Monster 3D II featuring the Voodoo2 chipset from 3Dfx Interactive provides Windows 98-based PC gamers with an explosive 3D gaming experience and is available in an 8MB or 12MB configuration. With Diamond's MEGAMonster(TM) option, users can run two Monster 3D IIs, either two 12MB boards or two 8MB boards, at the same time, to double the 3D processing power. The Monster 3D II comes with a hot software bundle featuring the latest 3D games and has estimated U.S. retail prices (ERP) of $249.95 for the 8MB accelerator and $299.95 for the 12MB configuration. Audio Accelerators -- Diamond's Monster Sound M80 and Monster Sound MX200 raise the volume on PC gaming audio with 32-voice and 64-voice full hardware 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. synthesizers, respectively, for screaming positional 3D audio. The Monster Sound series include enhanced acceleration for games developed with Microsoft DirectSound/DirectSound 3D and Aureal's A3D (hardware) A3D - (Aureal 3-Dimensional?) A technology developed by Aureal that delivers sound with a three-dimensional effect through two speakers. Many modern sound cards and PC games now support this feature. APIs for a powerful audio experience. The Monster Sound M80, featuring 2-speaker support, carries a U.S. ERP of $99.95 while the Monster Sound MX200 has an U.S. ERP of $149.95 and offers quad-speaker support. Modems -- The SupraExpress(TM) 56 line of Windows 98 approved modems consists of three models, the SupraExpress 56 internal data/fax, SupraExpress 56 external data/fax and the SupraExpress 56 speakerphone model. Designed for optimized 56K performance, the SupraExpress 56 line features the new 56K ITU (International Telecommunication Union, Geneva, Switzerland, www.itu.ch) A telecommunications standards body that is under the auspices of the United Nations. Comprising more than 185 member countries, the ITU sets standards for global telecom networks. (V.90) standard for state-of-the-art interoperability and wide-spread Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. Support. The U.S. ERP's for the SupraExpress 56 modems range from $99.95 to $129.95. Diamond's new SupraSonic II(R) dual-line modem utilizes two analog phone lines to deliver Internet download speeds of up to 112Kbps. By integrating two powerful 56K modems on a single board, Diamond Multimedia's award-winning engineering team created a powerful modem that conserves system resources by using only one ISA (1) (Instruction Set Architecture) See instruction set. (2) (Interactive Services Association) See Internet Alliance. (3) (Internet Security and Acceleration) See .NET. slot and one IRQ (Interrupt ReQuest) A hardware interrupt on a PC. There are 16 IRQ lines used to signal the CPU that a peripheral event has started or terminated. Except for PCI devices, two devices cannot use the same line. . The SupraSonic II also has voice priority, a Shotgun feature that allows the SupraSonic II to detect incoming and outgoing phone calls and release the second phone line without interrupting an Internet session. Shotgun bonds two modems together to work intelligently over two ordinary analog phone lines resulting in Internet connection speeds of up to 112Kbps. Both the SupraSonic II product and the line of SupraExpress 56 modems include Shotgun technology for Windows. The SupraSonic II has an ERP of $199.95. About Diamond Multimedia Diamond Multimedia is driving the interactive multimedia market by providing advanced solutions for home, business and professional desktop computer users, enabling them to create, access and experience compelling new media content from their desktops and through the Internet. Diamond accelerates multimedia from the Internet to the hard drive with products that include the Stealth and Viper(R) series of media accelerators, the Monster series of entertainment 3D and sound accelerators, the Fire series of professional 3D and SCSI SCSI in full Small Computer System Interface Once common standard for connecting peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, etc.) to small and medium-sized computers. SCSI has given way to faster standards, such as Firewire and USB. accelerators, and the Supra A relational DBMS from Cincom Systems, Inc., Cincinnati, OH (www.cincom.com) that runs on IBM mainframes and VAXs. It includes a query language and a program that automates the database design process. (R) series of modems. Diamond also markets 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. and video phone kits. Diamond's common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market Nasdaq stock market The first electronic stock market listing over 5000 companies. The Nasdaq stock market comprises two separate markets, namely the Nasdaq National Market, which trades large, active securities and the Nasdaq Smallcap Market that trades emerging growth companies. under the symbol DIMD, and its web site address is www.diamondmm.com. -0-
How to Contact Diamond Multimedia
There are many ways to reach Diamond for sales support, technical
assistance, driver updates and general information:
Internet Web Site: http://www.diamondmm.com
Diamond Multimedia's Headquarters and Multimedia Division:
408/325-7000; Fax: 408/325-7070
Communications Division (Supra brand modems) Main Phone Number:
360/604-1400; Fax: 360/604-1401
European Division (Germany): +49/8151-266-0; (UK): +44/1189-444400;
(France) +33/1-55381600
Korean Office (Seoul): +82/2-551-2700; Fax: +82/2-551-2710
Japanese Office (Tokyo): +81/3-5695-8401; Fax: +81/3-5695-8403
ASEAN Office (Singapore): +65/353-9511; Fax: +65/353-9510
Hong Kong Office: +852/2375-9023; Fax: +852/2375-9021
Australian Office (Sydney): +61/2-9460-2355; Fax +61/2-9460-2360
Swedish Office: +46/417-40060; Fax +46/417-40054
Product Support (Voice), United States: 541/967-2450; Europe
(Germany) +49/8151-266-330; Europe (UK) +44/1189-444444; TDD/TTY
Support 541/967-2451
Product Support (Fax), United States: 541/967-2401; Europe
(Germany) +49/8151-266-331; Europe (UK): +44/1189-444445;
(France) +33/-47561139
Pre-sales Information: 800/68-5846
Investor Relations: 408/25-7476; 888/74-3463 (U.S. and Canada)
24-Hour Fax-On-Demand Service: 800/80-0030
FTP site: ftp.diamondmm.com
BBS: 541/67-2444 (to 33.6 Kbps); Europe (Germany) BBS at
+49/151-266333 (to 28.8 Kbps) or +49/151-266334 (ISDN); Europe
(UK) at +44/189-444415 (to 33.6 Kbps)
-0- Note to Editors: Monster 3D and Supra are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Diamond Multimedia Systems Inc. Monster is a registered trademark of Monster Cable. Viper is a registered trademark of Directed Electronics Inc. Used under License. All other trademarks referenced are the service mark, trademark or registered trademark of their respective manufacturers. This announcement relates to products whose introductions are in North America. The product name, contents, prices and availability may differ elsewhere in the world according to local factors and requirements. Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, such as statements relating to the Company's ability to successfully exploit technological and market developments, the timing and success of new product introductions by the Company and its competitors, and the Company's ability to invest in new technologies and to enhance its existing systems are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the impact of competitive products and pricing and alternative technological advances, the timely and successful development and market acceptance of new products and upgrades to existing products, and other risks as detailed from time to time in Diamond Multimedia's SEC filings, including its most recent Forms 10-K and 10-Q. CONTACTS: Diamond Multimedia Systems Inc. Mary Medeiros, 408/325-7350 or 408/325-7349 maryme@diamondmm.com or Faiola Davis Public Relations public relations, activities and policies used to create public interest in a person, idea, product, institution, or business establishment. By its nature, public relations is devoted to serving particular interests by presenting them to the public in the most Andrea Sausedo, 213/933-4959 fdpr2@aol.com |
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