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SIIG Releases Two New Remote Controls Designed For VistaTM Media Center Edition!


(Fremont, California; August 17, 2007)   SIIG, the market leader in I/O connectivity products (including Serial ATA and Ultra ATA Controllers, FireWire®, USB, serial/parallel I/O, etc.) and accessories is proud to announce the release of two new remote controls designed specifically to work with Microsoft’s Windows Vista Media Center.

Available in both standard format and ExpressCard versions, both offer users the ability to easily control media applications in Window Vista Media Center .  Highlights of each product include:

Vista MCE ExpressCard Remote (SIIG part # CE-000032-S1, SRP - $49.99): 
  • • Control TV, movies, music, photo albums and other Vista Media Center functions.
  • • 26-button remote control includes all buttons and functions necessary for Microsoft VistaTM certification
  • • Vista Green Button support.  Provides one-touch launch of the Vista Media Center application
  • • Uses standard Windows drivers with no additional software to install
  • • Infrared transmission at 38K frequency
  • • Distance: up to 10 meters (approximately 33 feet)
  • • Dimensions: 75 x 54 x 5 mm (approximately 3” x 2” x .2”)
Vista MCE Remote (SIIG part # CE-000022-S1, SRP - $49.99):
  • • Control TV, movies, music, photo albums and other Vista Media Center Edition functions.
  • • 49 button remote control includes all buttons and functions necessary for Microsoft Vista certification
  • • Vista Green Button support.  Provides one-touch launch of the Vista Media Center application.
  • • Uses standard Microsoft’s drivers with no additional software to install
  • • Infrared transmission at 38K frequency
  • • Distance: up to 10 meters (approximately 33 feet)
  • • Dimensions: 54 x 180 x 20 mm (approximately 2” x 7” x .8”)

Both remote controls are expected to be available in late September 2007 from a variety of retail, distribution, and online sources.

 

Company Profile

Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of IT connectivity solutions (including Serial ATA and Ultra ATA Controllers, FireWire, USB, and legacy I/O adapters) that bridge the connection between Desktop/Notebook systems and external peripherals. SIIG continues to grow by adding A/V and Digital Signage connectivity solutions to our extensive portfolio. All centered around the distribution and switching of A/V signals over CAT5/6, these products include matrix switches, distribution amplifiers, extenders, converters, splitters, cabling, and more.

SIIG is the premier one-stop source of upgrades and is committed to providing high quality products while keeping economical and competitive prices. High-quality control standards are evident by one of the lowest defective return rates in the industry. Our products offer comprehensive user manuals, user-friendly features, and most products are backed by a lifetime warranty.

SIIG products can be found in many computer retail stores, mail order catalogs, and e-commerce sites in the Americas, as well as through major distributors, system integrators, and VARs.