P R E S S R E L E A S E
Contact: Ty Ung
E-Mail: [email protected]
Phone: +886-2-8667-1298, ext. 301
For Immediate Release
PowerDVD First Software DVD Player to Support Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 DVD
Titles
CyberLink PowerDVD Pro 6.1 Supports Hercules Game Theater XP
Taipei, Taiwan----October 26, 2001----CyberLink Corp., a leading developer of digital video and multimedia streaming software is
pleased to announce that an exciting new version of PowerDVD will bring 6.1-channel surround sound audio and is the first software
DVD player to provide multi-channel audio decoding for 6.1 home theater speakers systems. Additionally, PowerDVD Pro 6.1
supports the Game Theater XP sound card from Hercules and is based on the award-winning PowerDVD 3.0 software DVD/universal
player from CyberLink.
PowerDVD Pro 6.1 is designed to provide audio aficionados and DVD fans with the most vibrant, immersive sound experience when
playing back DVD titles featuring Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 audio tracks. The difference between the newer 6.1-channel
"Extended Surround" formats and their 5.1-channel surround sound counterparts is the addition of a surround back channel, whose
corresponding speaker is placed behind the audience. This allows certain soundtrack effects to be presented behind the audience,
thereby achieving complete 360° surround sound. Other available software DVD players only support up to a 5.1 speaker system
where the surround speakers are placed on either sides of the audience. PowerDVD Pro 6.1 is able to add additional speakers for
the center surround back channels, to deliver 6.1-channel digital surround sound audio playback.
According to Alice H. Chang, CEO of CyberLink, "We've worked hard to bring the best navigation features and high-quality playback
in DVD playback software. With PowerDVD Pro 6.1, we've reached a new milestone as we come closer to delivering the perfect DVD
experience on the PC."
PowerDVD Pro 6.1 is capable of playing not only DVDs (including Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 DVD titles), but also MP3s,
Video/Audio CDs and MPEG 1 & 2 video files. PowerDVD Pro 6.1 also features Dolby Headphone Technology, delivering true-to-life
virtual surround sound playback with any pair of standard stereo headphones. A complete software playback solution for full
enjoyment of recent Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 DVDs, as well as Dolby Digital 5.1 DVDs, PowerDVD Pro 6.1 provides the
ultimate audio playback experience on the PC.
"PowerDVD has set the standard for DVD playback software with its robust hardware compatibility, support of various formats, great
features and low CPU-consumption," says Michel Gad, Sound Project Manager of Hercules Technologies. "GameTheatre XP
customers can now experience the best video playback along with an entirely new audio experience with PowerDVD Pro 6.1."
About PowerDVD
PowerDVD is the world's leading high quality audio and video DVD software player, with advanced navigation and the most complete
hardware support. CyberLink's PowerDVD can deliver high quality DVD playback at full frame rate with extremely low CPU
consumption (only 350MHz CPU or above required). New features added to its already long list include Dolby Headphone
Technology, bringing a Virtual Surround experience to any standard pair of stereo headphones and Digital Zoom, allowing users to
view special effects, hidden features and fine details at either 4 or 9 times the normal screen ratio. PowerDVD has been an excellent
solution for OEM manufacturers due to its low CPU consumption and high level of hardware compatibility.
About CyberLink Corp.
Founded in 1995, CyberLink Corp. is a world leader and pioneer in bringing advanced digital video and audio software products to
market. The products are categorized into two major lines: Digital Video Entertainment and E-Training Solutions. Digital Video
Entertainment products focus on providing video/audio playback and recording capabilities on the personal computer. These
award-winning software applications are ideal solutions for turning today's mainstream computers into powerful home theaters and
digital video centers. The company's E-Training Solutions offer breakthrough technologies to stream and manage high-quality,
media-rich contents over corporate intranets or the Internet. As a result of the company's solid growth and profitability, CyberLink
became a public company in October of 2000 and is listed on the Taiwan Over The Counter Exchange (OTC: 5203). To keep up with
market demands, CyberLink has operations in North America, Europe and the Asia Pacific region including Japan. CyberLink's
worldwide headquarters are in Taipei and its Web site is located at www.goCyberlink.com
About Hercules
Founded in the United States in 1982, Hercules developed the industry's first high-resolution graphics boards for PCs. Having set the
monochrome graphics standard, Hercules then proceeded to pioneer advances in color graphics solutions. Over the years, Hercules
has constantly sought to evolve, providing innovative lines of graphics, video, and - more recently - audio products, geared principally
towards the international gaming community. Hercules has been a division of the Guillemot Corporation group since 1999. Guillemot
Corporation designs and manufactures a complete range of PC hardware products and PC and gaming console accessories. With
an active presence in 17 countries, the group currently distributes its products in a total of 45 countries. Guillemot Corporation is
listed on the Paris Stock exchange, Sicovam code 6672.
For further information on Hercules, please visit www.Hercules.com
CyberLink programs are available for press evaluation. Please contact Ty Ung or Manal Ma at [email protected] or by phone
at: +886-2-8667-1298, ext. 301 or 303 for more details.
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All companies and product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
Copyright © 2001 CyberLink Corp. All rights reserved.
Contact: Ty Ung
E-Mail: [email protected]
Phone: +886-2-8667-1298, ext. 301
For Immediate Release
PowerDVD First Software DVD Player to Support Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 DVD
Titles
CyberLink PowerDVD Pro 6.1 Supports Hercules Game Theater XP
Taipei, Taiwan----October 26, 2001----CyberLink Corp., a leading developer of digital video and multimedia streaming software is
pleased to announce that an exciting new version of PowerDVD will bring 6.1-channel surround sound audio and is the first software
DVD player to provide multi-channel audio decoding for 6.1 home theater speakers systems. Additionally, PowerDVD Pro 6.1
supports the Game Theater XP sound card from Hercules and is based on the award-winning PowerDVD 3.0 software DVD/universal
player from CyberLink.
PowerDVD Pro 6.1 is designed to provide audio aficionados and DVD fans with the most vibrant, immersive sound experience when
playing back DVD titles featuring Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 audio tracks. The difference between the newer 6.1-channel
"Extended Surround" formats and their 5.1-channel surround sound counterparts is the addition of a surround back channel, whose
corresponding speaker is placed behind the audience. This allows certain soundtrack effects to be presented behind the audience,
thereby achieving complete 360° surround sound. Other available software DVD players only support up to a 5.1 speaker system
where the surround speakers are placed on either sides of the audience. PowerDVD Pro 6.1 is able to add additional speakers for
the center surround back channels, to deliver 6.1-channel digital surround sound audio playback.
According to Alice H. Chang, CEO of CyberLink, "We've worked hard to bring the best navigation features and high-quality playback
in DVD playback software. With PowerDVD Pro 6.1, we've reached a new milestone as we come closer to delivering the perfect DVD
experience on the PC."
PowerDVD Pro 6.1 is capable of playing not only DVDs (including Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 DVD titles), but also MP3s,
Video/Audio CDs and MPEG 1 & 2 video files. PowerDVD Pro 6.1 also features Dolby Headphone Technology, delivering true-to-life
virtual surround sound playback with any pair of standard stereo headphones. A complete software playback solution for full
enjoyment of recent Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 DVDs, as well as Dolby Digital 5.1 DVDs, PowerDVD Pro 6.1 provides the
ultimate audio playback experience on the PC.
"PowerDVD has set the standard for DVD playback software with its robust hardware compatibility, support of various formats, great
features and low CPU-consumption," says Michel Gad, Sound Project Manager of Hercules Technologies. "GameTheatre XP
customers can now experience the best video playback along with an entirely new audio experience with PowerDVD Pro 6.1."
About PowerDVD
PowerDVD is the world's leading high quality audio and video DVD software player, with advanced navigation and the most complete
hardware support. CyberLink's PowerDVD can deliver high quality DVD playback at full frame rate with extremely low CPU
consumption (only 350MHz CPU or above required). New features added to its already long list include Dolby Headphone
Technology, bringing a Virtual Surround experience to any standard pair of stereo headphones and Digital Zoom, allowing users to
view special effects, hidden features and fine details at either 4 or 9 times the normal screen ratio. PowerDVD has been an excellent
solution for OEM manufacturers due to its low CPU consumption and high level of hardware compatibility.
About CyberLink Corp.
Founded in 1995, CyberLink Corp. is a world leader and pioneer in bringing advanced digital video and audio software products to
market. The products are categorized into two major lines: Digital Video Entertainment and E-Training Solutions. Digital Video
Entertainment products focus on providing video/audio playback and recording capabilities on the personal computer. These
award-winning software applications are ideal solutions for turning today's mainstream computers into powerful home theaters and
digital video centers. The company's E-Training Solutions offer breakthrough technologies to stream and manage high-quality,
media-rich contents over corporate intranets or the Internet. As a result of the company's solid growth and profitability, CyberLink
became a public company in October of 2000 and is listed on the Taiwan Over The Counter Exchange (OTC: 5203). To keep up with
market demands, CyberLink has operations in North America, Europe and the Asia Pacific region including Japan. CyberLink's
worldwide headquarters are in Taipei and its Web site is located at www.goCyberlink.com
About Hercules
Founded in the United States in 1982, Hercules developed the industry's first high-resolution graphics boards for PCs. Having set the
monochrome graphics standard, Hercules then proceeded to pioneer advances in color graphics solutions. Over the years, Hercules
has constantly sought to evolve, providing innovative lines of graphics, video, and - more recently - audio products, geared principally
towards the international gaming community. Hercules has been a division of the Guillemot Corporation group since 1999. Guillemot
Corporation designs and manufactures a complete range of PC hardware products and PC and gaming console accessories. With
an active presence in 17 countries, the group currently distributes its products in a total of 45 countries. Guillemot Corporation is
listed on the Paris Stock exchange, Sicovam code 6672.
For further information on Hercules, please visit www.Hercules.com
CyberLink programs are available for press evaluation. Please contact Ty Ung or Manal Ma at [email protected] or by phone
at: +886-2-8667-1298, ext. 301 or 303 for more details.
##########
All companies and product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
Copyright © 2001 CyberLink Corp. All rights reserved.