Razer(TM) Unleashes Three New Video Game Peripherals at E3 2006.LOS ANGELES -- Razer(TM), a leading manufacturer of high-end precision gaming peripherals, will showcase the new Barracuda barracuda, slender, elongated fish of tropical seas. Barracudas have long snouts and projecting lower jaws armed with large, sharp-edged teeth. They are ferocious, striking at anything that gleams, and are considered excellent game fishes. (TM) Integrated Audio System, the Tarantula tarantula (tərăn`chələ), name applied chiefly to several species of the large, hairy spiders of the families Theraphosidae and Dipluridae of North and South America. The body of a tarantula may be as much as 3 in. (7. (TM) gaming keyboard and the acid green Diamondback(TM) mouse at E3, May 10-12, at the Los Angeles Convention Center The Los Angeles Convention Center (abbreviated LACC) is a convention center in downtown Los Angeles. The LACC hosts annual events such as the Greater Los Angeles Auto Show, and was best known to video games fans as host to E3 until its cessation in 2006. in Kentia Hall, meeting room 7147. "Barracuda and Tarantula represent Razer's first expansion beyond the high-quality gaming mice and mousepads for which it's become known, and the acid green Diamondback signifies the company's continuing commitment to its gaming mice line," says Robert Krakoff, president, Razer USA. "We've answered the gamers cry for other high-quality, high-performance peripherals and no one will be disappointed." Designed and engineered from the ground up by the Razer(TM) team, the Razer Barracuda(TM) AC-1 Gaming Audio Card and HP-1 Gaming 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. are integrated as a single, pure gaming audio system. The Razer Barracuda(TM) Integrated Audio System (IAS See iPlanet Application Server. 1. (computer) IAS - The first modern computer. It had main registers, processing circuits, information paths within the central processing unit, and used Von Neumann's fetch-execute cycle. ) is the first integrated audio system built specifically for gaming. Some distinguishing features are: --The audio chip onboard the Razer Barracuda AC-1 is one of the most advanced pieces of audio engineering available today - processing and optimizing audio signals from games to provide all round 3D/720 degree positional audio. Gamers can pinpoint specific audio sound cues in-game with 38 percent greater accuracy than conventional soundcards. --The Razer Barracuda AC-1 Gaming Audio Card also features optimized proprietary software drivers to provide for the prioritization of enhanced gaming audio signals and an increased frames per second rate while using a minimal amount of memory and increased frames per second. --The Razer Barracuda(TM) AC-1 Gaming Audio Card features a 7.1 channel output, 24 bit audio technology and 117dB SNR See signal-to-noise ratio. SNR - signal-to-noise ratio (output). --The Passive EMI (ElectroMagnetic Interference) An electrical disturbance in a system due to natural phenomena, low-frequency waves from electromechanical devices or high-frequency waves (RFI) from chips and other electronic devices. Allowable limits are governed by the FCC. shield(TM) minimizes electromagnetic interference See EMI. by preventing unwanted interference from graphics cards and other electrical devices that may affect the gaming audio performance. --The Razer Barracuda(TM) HP-1's built-in microphone is designed specifically for in-game communications--featuring a short shaft for enhanced comfort and audio pickup, the microphone also has advanced noise cancellation capabilities ideal for frenzied in-game correspondence. The first definitive gaming keyboard created for gamers, by gamers, the Razer Tarantula(TM) has several features that set it apart, including: --Anti-Ghosting capability to prevent key jamming when multiple keys are simultaneously pressed. --Optimized Hyperesponse(TM) Gaming Keytop for reduced key latency and maximum response. --Headphone-out and microphone-in jacks for convenient access. --2 USB Ports for convenient peripheral plug-ins. --95 programmable keys on the Razer Tarantula(TM) allow configuration of customized keystrokes and macro commands, empowering gamers with seamless control and unparalleled flexibility in competitive gameplay. --Keys can be programmed without drivers and up to five different gaming profiles which can be stored on the keyboard itself which makes moving from one tournament to another easy. The onboard memory capability powered by Razer Synapse synapse (sĭn`ăps), junction between various signal-transmitter cells, either between two neurons or between a neuron and a muscle or gland. A nerve impulse reaches the synapse through the axon, or transmitting end, of a nerve cell, or neuron. (TM), which was first featured in the multi-award winning Razer Copperhead copperhead, poisonous snake, Ancistrodon contortrix, of the E United States. Like its close relative, the water moccasin, the copperhead is a member of the pit viper family and detects its warm-blooded prey by means of a heat-sensitive organ behind the nostril. (TM) gaming mouse. --Media center keys to control media programs like Windows Media Player Digital jukebox software for Windows from Microsoft that plays a variety of audio, video and streaming formats including MP3, WMA, CD audio and MIDI. Starting with Version 6.2 in 1999, the Windows Media Rights Manager was added for securing copyrighted content. . --Ambient illumination light source runs underneath the keys, enabling the keys to be adequately lit for gaming in low or no light conditions. The new acid green colored Diamondback(TM) mouse, featuring the world's first infrared sensor in a mouse, will be available for demonstration at E3. Previously available in salamander salamander, an amphibian of the order Urodela, or Caudata. Salamanders have tails and small, weak limbs; superficially they resemble the unrelated lizards (which are reptiles), but they are easily distinguished by their lack of scales and claws, and by their moist, red and plasma blue, the new acid green Diamondback(TM) includes the features that have become synonymous with Diamondback(TM) mice: --Optical engine powered by Razer Precision(TM) --1600 DPI, twice that of conventional high performance sensors --Ultra large non-slip mouse buttons, tactile response design --Award-winning Razer drivers featuring On-the-Fly sensitivity(TM) adjustment --Frame rate over 6400 frames per second (5.8 megapixels per second) --16 bit data path, as compared to 8 bit and 12 bit data paths used by other conventional mice --Always-On(TM) Mode - the optical sensor never powers down - provides instantaneous response at all times during gameplay --High speed motion detection, up to 40ips and 15g --Buttons - 7 physical buttons optimized for gaming response and independently programmable --Non-slip side rails and new ergonomic ambidextrous ambidextrous /am·bi·dex·trous/ (am?bi-dek´strus) able to use either hand with equal dexterity. am·bi·dex·trous adj. Able to use both hands with equal facility. design --Zero acoustic Teflon feet for smooth motion over any surface --Gold plated USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. connector for maximum conductivity --7 foot, lightweight, non-tangle cord The Barracuda(TM) Integrated Audio System, the Tarantula(TM) and the acid green Diamondback(TM) will be available for hands on demonstrations in Razer's meeting room at E3. About Razer: Razer(TM) is the world's leading brand in high-end computer gaming peripherals. Headquartered in San Diego, California “San Diego” redirects here. For other uses, see San Diego (disambiguation). San Diego is a coastal Southern California city located in the southwestern corner of the continental United States. As of 2006, the city has a population of 1,256,951. , Razer(TM) enjoys an extensive distribution worldwide in all major countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Middle-East. Razer(TM) designs, engineers and markets cutting-edge gaming peripherals that provide professional computer gamers with the competitive edge through a combination of technology, innovation and design. Razer's research and development team collaborates with leading professional gamers to develop proprietary technology for next generation gaming peripherals. Razer's superiority in gaming peripherals stems from its ability to understand and conceptualize con·cep·tu·al·ize v. con·cep·tu·al·ized, con·cep·tu·al·iz·ing, con·cep·tu·al·iz·es v.tr. To form a concept or concepts of, and especially to interpret in a conceptual way: peripherals that gamers need and thereafter bring the product from drawing board to retail shelves. Each Razer(TM) peripheral bears the invisible signature of hundreds of professional gamers, gaming enthusiasts and engineers and each Razer(TM) gaming product is built from single components; pieced and assembled with care and precision to optimize gameplay for all professional gamers worldwide. Engineered to near perfection, Razer's reputation of being the leaders in gaming technology is embodied in every single Razer(TM) product. For more information on Razer, log onto www.razerzone.com. |
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