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To: BillyG who wrote (33106)	5/11/1998 12:41:00 PM
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Software MPEG ENcoding. Read carefully... ------------------- Ligos Technology's LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 Delivers Fastest MPEG-1/MPEG-2 Software Encoding Solution; Encoder Provides an Affordable Alternative to Expensive Hardware Solutions 05/11/98 Business Wire (Copyright (c) 1998, Business Wire) SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 11, 1998--Ligos Technology, developers of multimedia technologies and applications for digital video recording and navigation, announced today the latest version of its award-winning LSX-MPEG Encoder. LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 utilizes Intel's MMX technology and Ligos Technology's patent-pending Lightspeed motion estimation algorithm to provide the fastest software solution available for software-based MPEG-1/MPEG-2 encoding. "LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 represents our commitment to providing best-of-breed MPEG-1/MPEG-2 software solutions and enabling technologies for all levels of personal computing," said Peter Forman, chief executive officer, Ligos Technology. "We shipped our LSX-MPEG Encoder 1.0, the first software encoder to provide compression for both MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 video, in August 1997. LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 reaffirms our leadership in the market." LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 is now 70 percent faster than LSX-MPEG Encoder 1.0 - making it the fastest MPEG-2 software encoder available. It transcodes source input format (SIF) resolution video-only clips in real-time -- 352x240 at 30 fps, on a 300MHz MMX Pentium II -- and it encodes multiplexed video/audio files at five percent faster than any other encoder available does. At only $179.95 LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 is a fraction of the cost of expensive hardware solutions which typically cost thousands of dollars. LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 provides the small file sizes and low data rates users need from MPEG, more affordably, faster and better looking than ever before. LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 has added batch encoding, multiplexing, a preview function and enhanced predefined profiles to its already rich feature set. "What we've been able to deliver is the speed and quality of a hardware solution at a fraction of the cost," said Richard Cowart, vice president of engineering, Ligos Technology. "The enhancements we've made to LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 make it the fastest MPEG-1/MPEG-2 software encoding solution available, with increased functionality for all levels of computing experience." LSX-MPEG Encoder 1.0 was recently awarded a 1998 InfoVision award in the Multimedia category. The International Engineering Consortium's InfoVision Awards recognize technologies, products and applications displaying innovation, market impact, customer benefits and value to society. The IEC has over 50 years of distinguished service to the information industry and university communities. Pricing and Availability LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 is available for $179.95 directly from Ligos Technology's secure Web site at ligos.com. A free downloadable demo is available at the site for a trial period. Technology Available for License The patent-pending Lightspeed motion estimation algorithm used in the LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 is available for licensing. Applications include videoconferencing, video encoding (MPEG and other video), image recognition and any other application that requires efficient motion estimation. About Ligos Technology Ligos Technology is a software developer of award-winning multimedia solutions, and a leading provider of enabling technology and applications for digital media recording and navigation. Ligos is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality MPEG software solutions for the digital video market. Headquartered in San Francisco, Ligos is a wholly owned subsidiary of Integrated Data Systems of Savannah, Ga., developers of the first ever software multimedia codec for standard PCs. For more information on Ligos Technology, it LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 or licensing, access the company Web site at ligos.com or call toll-free (888) 464-8765. Editor's Note: Press review copies of LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 and product photography are available upon request. LSX-MPEG Encoder 2.0 is a trademark of Ligos Technology. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective companies. CONTACT: G/H Technologies Sean Kauppinen, 415/904-7030, ext. 228 skauppinen@hi-tech.com or Ligos Technology Kristan Ruona, 415/437-6137, ext. 101 kruona@ligos.com 06:30 EDT MAY 11, 1998