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To: Kibby who wrote (28023)	1/13/1998 3:04:00 PM
From: BillyG	Respond to of 50808

CUBE customer is supplying video encoding equipment for the Superbowl................. Vela Research To Supply Video Encoding For ChoiceSeat At Super Bowl XXXII ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 13, 1998-- Leading Provider of Video Compression Products Chosen to be Part of Innovative Video Network, ChoiceSeat Vela Research Inc., a leading provider of video compression products, today announced it will supply video encoding equipment for Williams' ChoiceSeat(TM) at Super Bowl XXXII at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Calif. Vela's MPEG-2 encoder, Argus, will provide encoding for the interactive, in-stadium entertainment network which is being introduced at the Super Bowl. Using Argus, seven hours of historical NFL footage will be available to ChoiceSeat viewers via touch-screen access at any time during the game. Argus will operate in conjunction with a number of other products that form the ChoiceSeat solution. Argus provides high quality video compression and was selected for this project due to its extensive compatibility with existing video decoders. "Vela's encoding technology is the perfect fit for ChoiceSeat because of its extremely high quality, which was an essential factor for us when choosing an encoding product," said Barry Goldberg, executive director and general manager of ChoiceSeat. "Vela worked closely with us to ensure this project would be successful. Its customer service is the same high quality as its video compression products. Vela has played a critical role in creating this innovative video network for sports fans. The company's encoder is helping revolutionize the football-viewing experience." "Having our encoder chosen as part of the ChoiceSeat project reinforces Vela as a cutting-edge leader in the video compression industry," said Scott Cooper, president of Vela Research. "Our involvement also displays Vela's commitment to working with clients to provide a customized solution. We are proud to have Argus be part of the first interactive, in-stadium network." In addition to touch-screen viewing of exciting moments in NFL history, ChoiceSeat will enable fans to view live action from ten on-field cameras and watch replays from three angles. ChoiceSeat participants will also have instant access to comprehensive NFL statistics and information, and will be able to play games or order merchandise. The interactive network will be installed in about 600 locations at Qualcomm for the Super Bowl, including individual seats, club lounges, media areas and suites. About Vela Research Vela Research Inc. is a leader in video compression products for the cable and broadcast industry. Its extensive background in these markets as well as its presence on the ANSI NCITS L3-1 (MPEG) Committee provide the expertise to design and manufacture broadcast quality MPEG-2 video encoders and decoders. Vela Research provides a complete range of MPEG products through a world network of system integrators, OEM relationships and distributors. Vela Research has U.S. offices in St. Petersburg, Fla., Andover, Mass. and Sunnyvale, Calif. Vela Research also has a European subsidiary in Castlenau De Brassac, France. Additional information may be found on the World Wide Web at vela.com . About Williams Williams, through its subsidiaries, is the nation's largest-volume transporter of natural gas and provides a full range of traditional and leading-edge energy and communications services. Its communications enterprises include nationwide single-source business communications systems integration; international video satellite and fiber-optic transmission; multipoint video- and audio-conferencing; satellite business applications; enhanced fax services; interactive technical training, on-demand distance learning, and Internet and telemarketing services. Company information is available on the World Wide Web at twc.com and wilcom.com . Vela Research is a registered trademark of Vela Research, Inc. Argus is a trademark of Vela Research, Inc. ChoiceSeat is a trademark of Williams. All other products or company names are trademarks of their respective holders. CONTACT: Vela Research, Inc. Mark Fears, 813/572-1230 x 7287 mfears@vela.com or Collaborative Communications, Inc. Dan Sher, 617/520-9105 sher@collaborative.com Lucien Brodeur, 617/520-9117 brodeur@collaborative.com or Williams Lynne Butterworth, 918/588-3692 lynne.butterworth@wilcom.com