Released on: July 1, 2008, 12:33 pm

Press Release Author: Megan Saulsbury

Industry: Electronics

Press Release Summary: Accell's user-friendly HDMI 1.3 switches, splitters and
distribution amplifiers infiltrate both the home theater and custom installation
audio and video markets

Press Release Body: Fremont, Calif., July 1, 2008 - Accell, a leader of enhanced
connectivity, has announced the launch of their revised line of UltraAV HDMI
switches and splitters, now compliant with HDMI 1.3 specification up to 6.75 Gbps.
The new HDMI specification Version 1.3 offers significant audio and video
enhancements to previous versions of the HDMI specification. Accell's second
generation switches and splitters support high-speed HDMI 1.3 audio/video transfer
and are available with prices ranging from $79 MSRP to $309 MSRP.

Accell's line of UltraAV HDMI 1.3 switches and splitters support the bandwidth
intensive audio and video enhancements of HDMI 1.3 as well as supporting all the
earlier versions of the HDMI specification. In order to support these data
intensive audio/video requirements, HDMI devices must be able to accurately transfer
high volumes of data at blazing fast speeds.

This line of products includes 4x8 HDMI 1.3 Distribution Amplifier; 4x1 HDMI 1.3
Switch; 1x4 HDMI 1.3 Splitter; 2x1 HDMI 1.3 Switch and 1x2 HDMI 1.3 Splitter, and
supports the following features:

. High-Definition resolutions of up to 1080p
. HDMI displays that feature a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth, fluid video
reproduction
. Color bit depths from 8-bit up to 12-bit color including Deep ColorT, providing
more detailed gradations of individual colors displaying billions of colors
. Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD lossless surround sound, delivering optimum audio
technology for a superior home theater experience
. HDTVs with x.v.ColorT, expanding the number of available colors for nearly twice
as many colors than standard RGB color
. Lip sync capabilities allowing for a processing delay so both audio and video
signals are synchronized and are output together, greatly improving the viewing
experience

"Accell understands the A/V market and we strive to keep pace with its evolution,
ensuring the delivery of high quality enhanced connectivity products with an
excellent price and performance," stated Tenny Sin, Accell's Vice President of Sales
and Marketing. "HDMI 1.3 products are in great demand and we will continue to expand
our line of UltraAV products offering an extensive selection of audio/video
distribution solutions."

HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. UltraAV is a registered trademark of
Accell Corporation.

About Accell
Accell Corporation is focused on the design, manufacture and delivery of affordable,
high quality connectivity products including audio/video interconnects and
distribution systems, computer and networking cables. Accell produces high quality
and innovative connectivity products by combining the low cost benefits of a global
manufacturer and the design capabilities of a Silicon Valley based engineering and
marketing team. Accell is a member of CEDIA and CEA. For more information, please
visit our Web site at www.accellcables.com.

Media Contacts:
Megan Saulsbury
FutureWorks PR
408.720.8228 Ext. 104
megan@future-works.com

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Contact Details: Megan Saulsbury
FutureWorks PR
408.720.8228 Ext. 104
megan@future-works.com