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Channel Vision to Showcase Several New Products in Multiple Whole-House Categories at EHX Fall


New Products and Technologies in Security, Structured Wiring and AV Distribution, Modulation & Control Offerings

LONG BEACH, Calif. - Nov. 15, 2006 - Electronic Home Expo #1345 - Channel Vision, a leading provider of technology solutions for the Well-Connected Home, will showcase more than ten new products in their booth at this week’s EHX show in Long Beach. These include AV distribution, modulation and control, surveillance, structured wiring and expanded wall plate offerings.

Affinity(tm) Digital Cable Combiner
Channel Vision will showcase the Affinity Digital Cable Combiner (P-0321), their patent pending innovation to modulated video distribution over digital cable. Affinity enables the easy connection and modulation of multiple video sources distributed to a TV without the use of filters. Offering IR remote-based source switching, Affinity opens multiple channels for viewing or distributing DVD, satellite, surveillance camera feeds and other video sources. Affinity creates a future-proof solution that eliminates digital cable interference and the need for related callbacks. Affinity will be available Winter 2006 at an MSRP of $296.

RF Modulators
Channel Vision's new E-Series RF Modulators allow multiple AV sources to be shared between a singel TV. Its built-in IR engine powers up to 8 IR receivers while providing remote control of AV functions from multiple rooms over existing coax cable, eliminating the need for power supplies at each TV location. The E-Series RF Modulators are available in 2 (E2200IR), 3 (E3200IR), or 4 (E4200IR) input versions at an MSRP of $347, $473 and $499 respectively.

IR Distribution
The new IR-5000, All-in-One IR Hub and Receiver, includes everything needed to create a 1-room IR repeating system. Providing four IR emitter outputs, plasma proof receiver, two double-headed IR flashers and power supply, the IR-5000 is an ideal IR system for controlling devices behind a cabinet door. Its versatile mounting accessories include a three-in-one receiver (tabletop, hole/bullet type, and miniature remote head), four IR emitter holsters and an IR receiver holster. The IR-5000, All-in-One Hub and Receiver, will be available beginning Winter 2007 at an MSRP of $125.

iBus(r) Wall Dock
Channel Vision will show its new iBus Wall Dock for Distributed Audio and Video (A0312), the newest addition to the company’s line of distributed audio and video accessories for the AppleÒ iPodÒ digital music player. The dock offers affordable, effortless integration into nearly any multi-room, multi-source audio/video system.

The iBus is a single-gang decorator style wall dock with a support ledge and integrated dock connectors; the docking cradle slides in and out easily, remaining unobtrusive when not in use. In addition to a separate single-gang audio output for connection to an amplifier, the wall dock also provides an S-video and composite video output for support of multimedia playback to a local TV which can be placed in any location throughout the room. The output wall plate provides audio outputs for connection to an amplifier and an IR input for connection to an IR receiver making it compatible with both the Apple remote and the Channel Vision A0501 remote.

The iBus Wall Dock for Distributed Audio and Video (A0312) is now available at an MSRP $275.

Commercial & Residential Surveillance - Color Cameras
Channel Vision will also showcase their new 4-, 8-, and 16-camera networkable DVR line. These feature-rich DVRs are available with optional 80GB, 200GB or 320GB hard drives and can host up to 16 simultaneous network users. The DVRs offer many selectable options including real-time single/multi-screen display, IR control, pan/tilt, 2x/4x zoom PIP display, and manual, schedule and event recording options. The flexible monitoring options available include IP-based, central or client software monitoring making it easy for network administrators to maintain DVR access from any location. Each DVR also includes client viewer software and offers RJ-45, USB and RS-232 connectors.

Also added is a new box camera that boasts a 1/3 inch high resolution super HAD image sensor, 580 lines of resolution and a vari-focal lens for clean, clear recording of images. The Small Outdoor Dome (6115), Medium Indoor Dome (6105), Large Outdoor Dome (6117) and Color Box (6500) cameras are now available at an MSRP of $199.80 (6115), $279.72 (6105), $458 (6117), and $318 (6500).

Comercial & Residential Surveillance - MPEG4 Networkable DVRs
Channel Vision will also showcase their new 4-, 8-, and 16-camera networkable DVR line. These feature-rich DVRs are available with optional 80GB, 200GB or 320GB hard drives and can host up to 16 simultaneous network users. The DVRs offer many selectable options including real-time single/multi-screen display, IR control, pan/tilt, 2x/4x zoom PIP display, and manual, schedule and event recording options. The flexible monitoring options available include IP-based, central or client software monitoring making it easy for network administrators to maintain DVR access from any location. Each DVR also includes client viewer software and offers RJ-45, USB and RS-232 connectors.

The 4-Camera DVR (DVR-4N) is now available at an MSRP of $1298. The 8-Camera DVR (DVR-8N) and the 16-Camera DVR (DVR-16N) will be available Fall 2006 at an MSRP of $1,590 and $1,974 respectively. Optional hard drives are also available for all DVRs and are priced at an MSRP of $140 for the 80GB drive (DVR-HD080), $300 for the 200GB drive (DVR-HD200) and $450 for the 320GB drive (DVR-HD320).

About Channel Vision

Channel Vision is a leading supplier of innovative technology products for the Well-Connected Home.(tm) The Company’s broad-range of solutions are designed to provide lifestyle enhancements for residents, while equipping homes for greater safety, convenience and entertainment. Channel Vision is proud to provide high quality, dependable products backed by its 5 Star Program, one of the finest customer service programs in the industry which includes: Free Panel Design & Layout; Customized Manufacturing; Free CEDIA, BICSI and NBFAA Approved Training Classes; 2/10 Warranties and 24/7/365 Technical Support.
Channel Vision’s products can be purchased through its worldwide distribution network. For more information on Channel Vision’s family of products, call 800.840.0288 or visit www.channelvision.com.