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To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (228)	9/28/1999 12:41:00 PM
From: Gilbert Drapeau	Respond to of 295

Eicon Technology Scores Touchdown in Embedded Systems Market-Eicon to Address Need for Embedded High-Speed Communications Solutions SEPTEMBER 28, 1999 SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA--EMBEDDED SYSTEMS CONFERENCE, BOOTH #4418. As the number of products using embedded operating systems grows, developers must find the ideal communications solution to connect these devices to the Internet. To address this emerging market, Eicon Technology (TSE: EIC; ME: EIC), a global leader in remote access solutions, today announced its Embedded Systems initiative, a part of the company's on-going strategy to strengthen and grow its OEM business. Eicon is developing products, both hardware and software solutions, for use in embedded applications such as Automated Teller Machines, Kiosks and Multimedia Payphones, Retail/Point-of-Sale Systems, Thin Servers and Internet Appliances. In addition, many of their existing OEM customers in the telecommunications industry are requesting support for real-time OS support. "We are always seeking new markets and opportunities," said Peter Brojde, President and CEO of Eicon. "The recent acquisition of TRISIGNAL Communications and their expertise in licensing communications technology has given us the perfect weapon to conquer the embedded systems market. With the proliferation of Internet-enabled devices on the market, Eicon's vast experience in the OEM channel can be leveraged to make us the leading supplier of embedded communications solutions." The success of Eicon's OEM group is seen in its customer base. Their reliable, high quality OEM products are currently being used by leaders in PC market, including IBM, Dell, Gateway, Hewlett-Packard, Mitsubishi and Compaq. Embedded solutions are already being used in palmtop PCs from Hewlett-Packard, Compaq, NEC and Hitachi. In addition, Sega's recently released Dreamcast videogame console takes advantage of a controllerless modem design from Eicon's TRISIGNAL Division. "TRISIGNAL's synergy with our OEM team enables us to offer embedded systems developers the choice of licensing technology, taking standard off-the-shelf products or having a custom designed product developed to fit their needs," stated Brojde. "We feel that this gives us a unique advantage over many of our competitors in the Embedded Systems market, as we are reducing our customers' development costs and enabling them to quickly deploy their solutions anywhere around the world." For each solution developed by Eicon's OEM business, the company provides worldwide approvals, so the end user can install a consistent network worldwide. As more and more of Eicon's OEM partners look to develop products that utilize real-time and embedded operating systems, Eicon has partnered with the leading OS vendors, including QNX, Lynx and Microsoft, to deliver these solutions. "Our alliances with the leading embedded operating systems providers gives us the flexibility to offer connectivity solutions to all of our customers, regardless of their system's platform," added Brojde. As our customers needs change, we will work to accommodate them in any way we can. TRISIGNAL Communications TRISIGNAL Communications, a Division of Eicon Technology Corporation, specializes in developing and licensing high performance communication products for the telecommunications industry. Its clients include top networking companies, major modem manufacturers, semiconductor vendors, and other OEMs. Information about TRISIGNAL and its solutions is available at trisignal.com. Eicon Technology Corporation Eicon Technology Corporation is a worldwide provider of remote access products for personal computers. The Company develops, markets and supports hardware and software products for connecting network servers and desktop and notebook PCs to corporate networks, host computers and the Internet. Its products are sold in more than 80 countries through a network of certified channel partners and Original Equipment Manufacturers. Eicon Technology shares are traded on the Montreal Exchange and Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "EIC." Information about Eicon and its products is available at eicon.com. Eicon is a trademark of Eicon Technology Corporation. Microsoft is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. Other product and company names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (228)	9/28/1999 12:46:00 PM
From: Gilbert Drapeau	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 295

Eicon Technology: Trisignal Communications Named Microsoft Windows CE Authorized System Integrator-Company to Supply Embedded Modems for Windows CE-based Devices SEPTEMBER 28, 1999 SAN JOSE,CALIFORNIA--(EMBEDDED SYSTEMS CONFERENCE, BOOTH #4418) TRISIGNAL Communications, a Division of Eicon Technology Corporation has been named to Microsoft Corporation's (NASDAQ: MSFT) Windows( CE Systems Integrator program, as a provider of embedded modems for manufacturers of Windows CE-based hardware devices. As a member of this program, TRISIGNAL is offering software integration services for next generation telephony products, like Internet Screen Phones, that combine data and voice communications. TRISIGNAL specializes in licensing a full range of Microsoft(R) Windows CE-based communications designs to leading manufacturers delivering Windows CE-based products in a wide variety of product categories, including Palm Top devices, Clamshell devices, Sub-notebook PCs, notebook PCs, videogame consoles, internet screen phones, set top boxes, telemetry devices, digital cameras, and home appliances of all types. TRISIGNAL can immediately embed an OEM high-speed Modem, ISDN or wireless adapter into any Windows CE-based hardware platform, thanks to processor-independent code architecture and a vast existing installed customer base. Initial hardware design assistance, porting onto customer platforms and training are all part of TRISIGNAL's standard license. "As the market for next generation Internet-enabled handheld devices grows, our proven embedded communications solutions will continue to lead the way," said Gad Elmoznino, Director of TRISIGNAL Operations. "By working closely with Microsoft, we aim to expand our successful penetration of the CE market, as many new consumer and industrial devices are being run on Windows CE." Products currently shipping with TRISIGNAL's embedded CE Controllerless modem include Sega Dreamcast, HP Jornada 680 and 820, Compaq Aero 8000, NEC Mobile Gear and Hitachi Persona. About Windows CE Microsoft Windows CE is a compact, efficient, real-time operating system, designed from the ground up for advanced 32-bit embedded systems. Its modular design allows it to be customized for a wide variety of platforms, from consumer electronic devices to specialized industrial controllers. Windows CE is based on proven industry standards, the Microsoft Visual C++(R) development systems and the Win32(R) API. TRISIGNAL Communications TRISIGNAL Communications, a Division of Eicon Technology Corporation, specializes in developing and licensing high performance communication products for the telecommunications industry. Its clients include top networking companies, major modem manufacturers, semiconductor vendors, and other OEMs. Information about TRISIGNAL and its solutions is available at trisignal.com. Eicon Technology Corporation Eicon Technology Corporation is a worldwide provider of remote access products for personal computers. The Company develops, markets and supports hardware and software products for connecting network servers and desktop and notebook PCs to corporate networks, host computers and the Internet. Its products are sold in more than 80 countries through a network of certified channel partners and Original Equipment Manufacturers. Eicon Technology shares are traded on the Montreal Exchange and Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "EIC" Information about Eicon and its products is available at eicon.com. Eicon is a trademark of Eicon Technology Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and Win32 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. Other product and company names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (228)	9/28/1999 12:56:00 PM
From: Gilbert Drapeau	Read Replies (3) \| Respond to of 295

Eicon's WAN Cards to Support QNX Real Time OS SEPTEMBER 28, 1999 SAN JOSE,CALIFORNIA--EMBEDDED SYSTEMS CONFERENCE, BOOTH #4418. Eicon Technology, a global leader in remote access solutions, today announced an alliance to integrate its wide area networking (WAN) hardware with QNX Software Systems' QNX(r) Real-time OS (RTOS). By joining the QNX Partner Program, Eicon further extends its commitment to offer developers of networked applications the widest choice of off-the-shelf embedded communications solutions available. Eicon's range of WAN products coupled with QNX RTOS give developers a highly reliable, flexible platform on which to build robust applications, such as multimedia payphones, for the global telecommunication and data communication markets. Eicon's joint development efforts with QNX will further the proliferation of consumer electronics devices (Internet phones, set-top boxes, and so on), automotive technologies (like navigation, engine monitoring and control) and handheld devices with WAN communications systems. Other markets to benefit from these Internet-enabled embedded systems include: industrial automation, point-of-sale, telecommunications, and medical instrumentation where vendors are looking to install off-the-shelf communications systems into their systems for all kinds of remote monitoring and management tasks. "By working together, Eicon and QNX can offer their worldwide customers a robust, ready-to-use platform for building networked applications," said Linda Campbell, vice president of strategic alliances at QNX. "And by taking advantage of this off-the-shelf technology, developers can focus on what's important: creating unique, compelling features for their networked products." "This relationship is another example of Eicon's commitment to partner with the leading Real-Time operating systems vendors to bring unparalleled quality communications platforms to the embedded market," said Ken Gingrich, Eicon's Senior Vice President, Worldwide Sales & Marketing Operations. "With our global approvals and certifications, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware solutions and our ability to license that technology, we are able to address the needs of the embedded telecommunication and data communication markets." Products that will support QNX RTOS include the EiconCard family of WAN interface Cards, as well as the DIVA T/A PCI card. About QNX Software Systems Founded in 1980, QNX Software Systems is the industry leader in real-time, microkernel OS technology. The company has established a strong customer base in a variety of industries, including consumer electronics, telecommunications, medical instrumentation, transportation, process control, point-of-sale, and telephony. QNX products are distributed in over 100 countries worldwide. Visit www.qnx.com. Eicon Technology Corporation Eicon Technology Corporation is a worldwide provider of remote access products for personal computers. The Company develops, markets and supports hardware and software products for connecting network servers and desktop and notebook PCs to corporate networks, host computers and the Internet. Its products are sold in more than 80 countries through a network of certified channel partners and Original Equipment Manufacturers. Eicon Technology shares are traded on the Montreal Exchange and Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "EIC." Information about Eicon and its products is available at eicon.com. Eicon and EiconCard are trademarks of Eicon Technology Corporation. QNX is a registered trademark of QNX Software Systems Ltd. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners. Eicon to develop QNX RTOS drivers.