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To: Stoctrash who wrote (29298)	2/10/1998 10:32:00 AM
From: BillyG	Respond to of 50808

I bet MPACT won't work in notebook applications. What chip is Margi using?............... Margi Systems Ships First PC Card for Mobile DVD; DVD-to-Go Allows for DVD on Any Zoomed Video Notebook, Provides High Quality TV Output Capability FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 10, 1998--Margi Systems today announced the availability of DVD-to-Go(tm), a PCMCIA type II card that integrates DVD decoding technology to bring broadcast quality DVD video playback and synchronized Dolby(R) Digital Surround Sound(tm) to any Zoomed Video (ZV) notebook. DVD-to-Go also has TV output capability, allowing users to play DVD on any TV. Designed for mobile professionals who use their notebooks for multimedia presentations, sales field force automation, interactive marketing or training applications, DVD-to-Go turns any ZV-compliant notebook into a mobile DVD player. By using the card, DVD video streams are played back with full motion at 30 frames per second with full color and full screen, providing broadcast quality video and "better than CD" quality sound. DVD-to-Go also decodes Dolby(R) Digital into a Dolby Surround compatible stereo output as well as DVD video to provide a total "theater" experience from a notebook. Unique Features DVD-to-Go offers superior technical design that enables mobile professionals to take full advantage of DVD applications. In addition to decoding DVD digital files, DVD-to-Go also decodes and plays back MPEG-2 video, Dolby Digital (AC-3) audio and CSS encrypted media, which provides added flexibility and performance for those who use a wide variety of multimedia applications. With video throughput of up to 20mb per second of sustained video streaming, DVD-to-Go ensures smooth DVD playback. DVD-to-Go's low CPU utilization allows users to use multiple applications on the screen, such as a spreadsheet along with DVD and multimedia. DVD-to-Go is also Hot Plug-and-Play(tm) capable, allowing users to insert and remove the card without restarting the notebook or closing applications. Availability, Pricing and Warranty DVD-to-Go is available immediately through distributors and corporate resellers for an estimated street price of $349. Margi leads the industry with the only three-year warranty on all of its PC cards. About MARGI Systems Headquartered in Fremont, Calif., Margi Systems is the premier developer and manufacturer of PCMCIA cards for the mobile computing market. Margi leads the industry with several "firsts," including the first ZV-Port DVD PC card, the first MPEG PC card and the first Audio-Video Capture card solution. For more information about Margi Systems and its products, call 888/OK-MARGI, or visit Margi's web site at www.margi.com. CONTACT: Sydney Communications Veronica Skelton, 415/434-8227 vskelton@sydneycomm.com

To: Stoctrash who wrote (29298)	2/10/1998 10:38:00 AM
From: BillyG	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 50808

New lasers for high-density DVD.................. nikkeibp.asiabiztech.com

To: Stoctrash who wrote (29298)	2/10/1998 12:57:00 PM
From: DiViT	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 50808

Diamond & Slomo Chromo... 3D & DVD on the same card. It seems awful easy to get the MPact DVD card to drop frames. Wonder how well it's going to handle doing both functions? We'll have to wait and see how performance is I guess. Good price point tho. The Diamond win is for a new kit. From what I understand, Diamonds retail DVD kit volumes haven't been much to speak of. Most of the volume has been through their OEM's (NEC & Lackard Bell). If Chromatic can supply Diamond's OEM business it may provide them with a more stable channel, than what they've encountered thus far. Dave PS: Chro, How's your color key overlays working?

To: Stoctrash who wrote (29298)	2/10/1998 1:10:00 PM
From: John Thomas	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 50808

Herb is leaving 2/20???? sfgate.com John

To: Stoctrash who wrote (29298)	2/10/1998 5:42:00 PM
From: J.S.	Respond to of 50808

>>Why is the stock up on not so good news? I don't know, maybe the street is not focusing on second or third tier deals. For the same reason that it goes down on good news, I guess. By now it seems clear that it has become close to common knowledge that those moving the market get the news before the rest of us. Foul, you say. That's life until someone can figure out a better system. There are probably those out there who fit into that camp, but you won't catch them posting ruining their little game. I hope today's action means good news ahead. Intel? Cheers, Joe