Released on: October 22, 2008, 7:02 am

Press Release Author: Mark Pappas

Industry: Electronics

Press Release Summary: Crestron Adds Barix to Integrated Partner Program,
Integrating Digital IP Intercom Solution with Control Systems and Isys i/O(tm)WiFi
Touchpanels

Press Release Body: ROCKLEIGH, NJ, October 17, 2008 - Crestron Electronics and Barix
AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, announce the
availability of the Annuncicom 100-CS, a custom audio over IP intercom solution
developed collaboratively between the two companies for easy integration into
residential control applications. The Barix Annuncicom 100-CS enables streaming IP
intercom communication between Crestron Isys i/O(tm) WiFi touchpanels, and also
provides seamless integration with Crestron IADS analog intercom systems.

Special firmware allows direct communicate with Crestron control systems for analog
audio and digital IP intercom applications, delivering point-to-point distribution
of full-duplex audio between TPMC-8X, TPMC-8T and TPMC-8L touchpanels. Barix Audio
over IP technology also enables integration of new digital IP intercom solutions
with existing IADS analog intercom systems, providing a flexible, cost-effective
digital upgrade path. Connect one or more Barix Annuncicoms to a C2N-IADS30x24 to
enable seamless intercom communication between a digital Crestron touchpanel and an
analog Isys(r) touchpanel.

"The development of this new firmware allows Barix and Crestron to build a cohesive
product for Crestron dealers as they address challenges for residential customers,"
said Chris Wildfoerster, Director of Business Development for Crestron. "The
solution provides tremendous value for Crestron dealers by bridging existing analog
touchpanel and distribution products with new digital IP touchpanels, and providing
greater flexibility and ease of use for end users in the home."

The Crestron Isys i/O TPMC-8X is a stylish, 8.4-inch SVGA, WiFi touchpanel featuring
the Windows(r) XP Embedded OS. Integrated 802.11a/b/g Wi-Fi technology with WEP
encryption delivers secure, high-speed 2-way wireless performance across wireless
LAN's, affording seamless communications with IP-based devices. Its built-in
microphones, stereo speakers, and headphone output support clear voice
communications for VoIP applications. Customized WAV files can be loaded on the
touchpanel to add dimension to the touchscreen graphics with personalized sounds,
button feedback, and voice prompts.

The C2N-IADS30X24 Intercom Audio Distribution Switcher facilitates the distribution
and control of audio intercom signals for up to 22 TPS touchpanels and door stations
using inexpensive CAT5E cable. The C2N-IADS30X24 integrates with the Crestron
CNX-PAD8A and CNX-BIPAD8 audio distribution processors, enabling voice paging from
any microphone-equipped touchpanel to room loudspeakers throughout the home or
office, and allowing audio from central AV sources to be distributed to any
touchpanel.

For more information about Crestron IP intercom solutions contact Crestron True Blue
Customer Support at 1.888.273.7876.

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