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Data Translation Utilizes Intel Pentium III System to Deliver Highest Speed Available in Low-Cost PC-based Test and Measurement MARLBORO, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 11, 1999--Data Translation(R), (NASDAQ:DATX), a leading provider of data acquisition, imaging and machine vision products, today announced significant performance enhancements to their DT300 Series of PCI data acquisition boards through the use of Intel(R) Pentium(R) III technology. The DT300 Series is a family of six low-cost, multifunction data acquisition boards that provide a full range of cost-effective options for users. By taking advantage of the system architecture of the Pentium III, the DT300 Series now features the fastest throughput in its class, providing customers with maximum speed and versatility for their data acquisition needs. For example, the higher data transfer rate on the DT301 and DT302 models is 50% faster than before, making them ideal for the most demanding PC-based scientific and industrial test and measurement applications. "These enhancements are yet another example of our ability to deliver unrivaled value and performance to the PCI data acquisition market." said Fred Molinari, President and CEO of Data Translation. "And Data Translation will continue to expand its product line, offering customers products that support the most current technology available." Availability The newly enhanced DT300 Series will be available from Data Translation March 15, 1999. For further information within the United States, contact the Data Translation sales department at (800) 525-8528. For information outside the U.S., contact the local authorized representative for Data Translation, or the Data Translation International Sales Department at (508) 481-3700. Information is also available on the Data Translation Web site at: datatranslation.com or via email at info@datx.com. Data Translation Background Data Translation, Inc. (NASDAQ:DATX) is a world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of high-performance data acquisition, imaging, machine vision, and digital video hardware and software systems. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Marlboro, Mass., the ISO 9001-certified company has a worldwide presence, with distribution in more than 40 countries and subsidiaries in Germany and the UK. A commitment to open systems and total quality solutions are the hallmarks of Data Translation. Statements made herein which are not historical facts are forward looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in such forward looking statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include such factors as the ability of the Company to meet its future capital requirements, the competitive pricing environment of the Company's industry, consumer demand for and market acceptance of the Company's products and other risks identified in documents filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission. CONTACT: Data Translation, Inc. Jonele Blanchard, (508) 481-3700 ext.544 jblanchard@datx.com KEYWORD: MASSACHUSETTS BW1184 MAR 11,1999 7:44 PACIFIC 10:44 EASTERN