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HardwareStreet.com Announces Video Production Solutions From Compaq and
11/09/1999 Business Wire
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RENO, Nev.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 9, 1999--HardwareStreet.com, a leading computer products and services e-tailer focused on serving the needs of diverse customer communities, today announced that it is the exclusive online retail source for a special family of video production solutions from Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE: CPQ) and Pinnacle Systems (NASDAQ: PCLE).
Available in three configurations for a limited time only, the bundle marries high-performance Compaq Professional Workstations with Pinnacle Systems' award-winning digital video editing products -- making it possible for professionals and novices alike to achieve superior results at a fraction of the cost typically associated with digital video production.
"We're pleased to be working with HardwareStreet.com to deliver video editing solutions over the Web," said John Thompson, Vice President and GM of Compaq's Workstations Division. "By utilizing HardwareStreet.com's e-commerce technology, HardwareStreet.com has made it easier for the creative professionals to purchase the Compaq Professional Workstation AP200 and AP500 and Pinnacle Systems' miroDC30, miroDC50 and the DC1000 video products."
"We are excited to offer HardwareStreet.com customers a variety of Pinnacle Systems video editing solutions powered by Compaq Workstations computers," said M3 Sweatt, director of desktop products at Pinnacle Systems. "Our goal is to let customers choose the video editing solution that best fits their needs," Sweatt added.
Since its selection last May as one of a few Compaq Authorized Internet Resellers, HardwareStreet.com has been highly successful at promoting Compaq products and services to small and medium business customers. In fact, HardwareStreet.com's monthly sales of Compaq products have surged 35% over the last six months.
"We've far exceeded expectations in representing Compaq, and the growth continues to accelerate," said Joe Popolo, president and CEO of HardwareStreet.com. "As we introduce this video production bundle, we anticipate even stronger interest from our customers. It's a compelling offering, from premier vendors, at price points that our customers will consider highly attractive. We look forward to offering a continuing stream of equally appealing solutions in the future."
Cost-Effective System Bundles For Superb Video Productions The three system bundles, available through the end of the year, are based on the powerful yet affordable Compaq Professional Workstations AP200 and AP500 combined with Pinnacle Systems' video editing products. These customized configurations are ideal for both the experienced and novice video producer, for such applications as corporate training centers, educational and government media departments and public broadcasting affiliates. The custom-configured video production solutions include:
Configuration 1 - combines the Compaq Professional Workstation AP200 with the Pinnacle Systems' DC30pro video and audio capture card, for use in event, corporate, music and commercial video productions. Base price: $2,969.00; optional SCSI hard drive (7,200 rpm) is also available for $875.00.
Configuration 2 - combines the Compaq Professional Workstation AP500 with the Pinnacle Systems' DC1000 dual stream MPEG -2 for real-time editing. Designed for video tape, CD-ROM and Internet video delivery, the DC1000 includes a complete video editing application and integrated, full-featured MPEG -2 CD authoring solution. Base price: $4,916.00; optional SCSI hard drive (10,000 rpm-1") is also available for $599.00.
Configuration 3 - combines the Compaq Professional Workstation AP500 with the Pinnacle Systems' DC50 professional nonlinear video and audio editing solution. The DC50 includes a professional breakout box that supports a high-quality video and audio connection to professional equipment such as Betacam(R) decks and other component video sources. Base price: $ 4,120.00; optional SCSI hard drive (10,000 rpm -1" is also available for $599.00.
About Pinnacle Systems
Pinnacle Systems' broadcast, desktop, and consumer groups provide video professionals and consumers, the digital video editing tools needed to create fun and exciting productions faster and more affordably than ever before. Pinnacle Systems may be reached at 650/526-1600 or on the Web at pinnaclesys.com.
About HardwareStreet.com, Inc.
HardwareStreet.com is a leading e-tailer providing convenient access to a vast selection of computer products and services. Founded in 1997, HardwareStreet.com backs every sale with its hallmark combination of brand-name products, exceptional customer service and a highly efficient 100% Internet business model.
For additional information about HardwareStreet.com, visit the corporate website at hardwarestreet.com, send email to info@hardwarestreet.com, or call the company's Reno, Nevada headquarters at 775/829-5420 or toll free at 888/447-4407.
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08:02 EST NOVEMBER 9, 1999
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