JCCOM Debuts Desktop DVD-Video Player With Built-In Karaoke
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Int'l Consumer Electronics Show New Product -- Booth No. 11429
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 8, 1998--Japan Computer & Communications Inc. (JCCOM) introduced its first
entry in the desktop DVD-video player market at the 1998 International Consumer Electronics Show Thursday.
Featuring a built-in karaoke capability, JCCOM's new DV-3306 DVD/Karaoke Player raises the bar for price/performance
standards by including both functional and technical specifications normally found in higher-end segments of the marketplace.
Considered the new standard in interactive consumer entertainment, the JCCOM DV-3306 can also play all popular CD
formats, including Video CD, Audio CD, Karaoke CD, CD-I and Digital Video. For karaoke, the player includes dual
microphone input for duets. Its built-in Digital Dolby (R) 5.1 channel surround sound optimizes fidelity by supporting the latest
home theater projection systems. A digital echo feature comes standard with user-selectable volume control and front panel
key shifts for maximum versatility.
The DV-3306 supports the DVD-video format which has 500 lines of resolution, more than twice the clarity of a typical video
cassette recorder. Viewers can choose the best out of eight camera angles for any given scene or plot ending of choice within
prerecorded DVD titles.
Also, users can choose one out of eight languages for playback or one of 32 possible subtitles for foreign language films. A
feature for playback of programmed selections is provided. The player's double speed scanning technique allows rapid
scanning through up to two hours of digital video content. Also included is a parental lockout capability to provide for family
security.
For consumers who do not want or need karaoke capability, JCCOM also offers the DV-3106 DVD-video player that
includes the same audio and video features of the DV-3306. The DV-3106, however, does include headphone/earphone
jacks for playback privacy.
Both models come with three sets of dual head RCA cables, S-video cable and remote control unit. Controls include DVD
title and menu, navigation cursor keys, and a selection switch for NTSC/PAL/MULTISYNC, among others.
Estimated street prices for the DV-3306 and DV-3106 will range between $500-$600; the models will be available in March
1998 through JCCOM's nationwide dealer and reseller organization.
With headquarters in Torrance, Calif., Japan Computer & Communications (www.jccom.com) manufactures and markets
CD-R and CD-RW drives, modems, videoconferencing solutions and video capture/display products. For additional
information about JCCOM products and Reseller Program requirements, call 310/328-3333 or fax 310/328-3555 or e-mail
info@jccom.com . The company can be written at 1820 W. Carson St. Suite 222, Torrance, CA 90501.
CONTACT: DALY-SWARTZ PR
Jeffrey Swartz, 714/361-6888
jeff_swartz@prodigy.com
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