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CodexNovus Spotlights ISF-Certified HDcodex DML-1600 Standalone DMP at InfoComm 07

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SOURCE: CodexNovus, Inc. · POSTED: 06/18/07
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INFOCOMM BOOTH 3609

CodexNovus Spotlights ISF-Certified HDcodex DML-1600 Standalone DMP at InfoComm 07

CodexNovus (Booth 3609, Hall C) is introducing the HDcodex DML-1600 standalone digital media player. Featuring 1.6 terabytes of memory, the DML-1600 will allow the media lover to access his or her entire collection of movies, music, and other media at the touch of a button. The new server will support all commonly used digital media formats, in SD and HD formats at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080p. High-resolution audio is delivered in multi-channel 5.1, and 7.1 formats--all in a self-contained platform designed for unparalleled ease of use.

"Our goal is to take the best digital playback technology on the market--and make it invisible," says CodexNovus' president Hugo Feugen. "We're allowing the movie and music lover to forget about the equipment and put his or her focus where it belongs--on the media experience itself."

The DML-1600 is built around HDcodex, a powerful user interface system designed by CodexNovus. HDcodex lets you find and control your favorite media quickly, with all source information and metadata. No keyboards, mouses or technicians are required.

The HDcodex interface is ISF-certified and incorporates All Media Guide's (AMG) LASSO media recognition system. All HDcodex products can be totally remote-control driven, using the infrared remote control included, or by RS-232. Additionally, the DML-1600 is compatible with most popular home control systems.

The DML-1600 offers matchless flexibility and configuration options and supports MPEG, AVI, TS, VC-1, MP2, MP3, AC3, WAV, AAC, HTML, SWF, BMP, PNG, TIFF, GIF and JPEG media files.

HDcodex's powerful memory access and streaming systems allow for simultaneous streams of different media to different rooms anywhere in the home or business. And its unique multimedia support capacity makes it the ideal server for a trade show presentation environment, point-of-purchase kiosk or any interactive environment.

CodexNovus Releases the DMS-7000, Largest Capacity HDcodex Server

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- CodexNovus, a recognized leader in standalone networked digital media servers, is introducing the HDcodex DMS-7000. The DMS-7000 supports all commonly used digital media formats, in SD and HD formats at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080p and beyond. High-resolution audio is delivered in multi-channel 5.1 and 7.1 formats - all in a self-contained platform designed for unparalleled convenience.

The HDcodex DMS-7000 networked Digital Media Server provides an outstanding 7 terabytes of raw storage capacity with nearly unlimited expandability. This means the system can handle up to 8,000 CD's, 1,200 DVD's or 400 HD format movies. The DMS-7000 gives you instant access to all your digital media files at the touch of a button, without delay.

The DMS-7000 provides a very open-ended, flexible and expandable architecture. You can work with existing add-on accessory devices like a DVD carousel, enabling the legal storage and playback of an entire DVD movie collection, including metadata (album, cover art, genre, etc) - and all of this while still being able to store all of your personal media on the HDcodex via powerful, yet easy-to-build playlists-7 Terabytes of storage with nearly unlimited expandability.

Many servers on the market use a Windows based interface, but the DMS-7000 utilizes the CodexNovus advanced HDcodex interface, which is more compatible and user-friendly with most external control systems. The DMS-7000 is easy to operate with an IR remote control or RS-232.

The intuitive user interface, based on the revolutionary HDcodex graphical user interface (GUI), allows easy navigation throughout the media library. DMS-7000's media library offers matchless flexibility and configuration options while supporting and organizing the following file formats: MPEG, AVI, TS, VC-1, MP2, MP3, AC3, WAV, AAC, HTML, BMP, PNG, TIFF, GIF and JPEG.

DMS-7000's powerful memory access and streaming systems allow for simultaneous streams of different media to different rooms anywhere in the home or business. And its unique multimedia support capacity makes it the ideal server for trade show presentation environments, point-of-purchase kiosks, or any interactive environment.

"We've taken the best digital media server on the market and developed it further to make it better," said CodexNovus President Hugo Feugen. "By adding a 7-terabyte expandable hard drive, we've made it possible to store virtually anything on the DMS-7000."

As the user's media collection grows, HDcodex provides for virtually limitless storage capacity, which can be expanded at any time, simply by adding disk storage or a DVD carousel. Additionally, the system supports the latest compression technologies, conserving disk space while still maintaining video and audio quality.

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CodexNovus Releases Powerful HDCodex DML-400 Media Player

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- CodexNovus, a leader in standalone and networked media server products, is proud to announce a major innovation in media playback technology and performance with the introduction of the revolutionary HDcodex DML-400.

The DML-400 has been designed to elevate the quality of video playback by providing SD and HD video at resolutions of up to a full 1920 x 1080 pixels in progressive scan mode. It offers 400 Gigabytes of storage with unparalleled flexibility and configuration options that support a wide range of media files. To complete the home theater experience the DML-400 also delivers multi-channel 5.1 and 7.1 high resolution digital audio capabilities.

"The introduction of the DML-400 provides us with a tremendous opportunity to demonstrate our powerful and easy-to-use media player to residential and commercial system integrators," said Hugo Feugen, president of CodexNovus. "With the inspiration of innovation at our fingertips, we're taking the concept of convenience in home theater technology to the next level."

Exclusive to the HDcodex is the ability to playback interactive multimedia presentations combining video, audio, pictures and graphics, making the DML-400 an ideal solution for public display applications, such as tradeshows and point-of-purchase kiosks in A/V dealer showroom applications.

"The HDcodex DML-400 is a fantastic tool for demonstrating the full potential of our video display products," said Jim McGall, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Vidikron. "Being able to instantly access high definition video content and full multi-channel audio playback are significant tools that dealers across the country should embrace."

As a member of the HDcodex family, the DML-400 is field upgradeable to protect your investment and to ensure that you can add new capabilities as they become available. The HDcodex line of entertainment products have been designed to integrate all of your entertainment media and to deliver remarkable and memorable home entertainment experiences on demand, and designed to fit many applications and budgets.

The DML-400 provides a very open-ended, flexible and expandable architecture. Users can work with existing add-on accessory devices like a DVD carousel, enabling the legal storage and playback of an entire DVD movie collection, including metadata (album, cover art, genre, etc). All of this while still being able to store all of their personal media on the HDcodex via powerful, yet easy-to-build playlists-400 Gigabytes of memory with nearly unlimited expandability.
The HDcodex DML-400 will be available in Q4 of 2007 at an MSRP of $3,499.

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CodexNovus Releases DML-1000 Media Player with One Terabyte Storage Capacity

HDcodex DML-1000 Manages Large Media Libraries with Ease

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- CodexNovus, a leader in stand-alone and networked media player and server technologies, has introduced the HDcodex DML-1000 networked media player, delivering one terabyte of storage capacity. Designed to support large media content libraries, the DML-1000 enables storage of video, audio, and digital pictures, all accessible from an easy-to-use interface that anyone can use.

"With an operating system and a user interface that is both responsive and seamless, the HDcodex DML-1000 media player is designed to be the backbone of any home entertainment system," said Hugo Feugen, president and CEO of CodexNovus. "Our unique media server technology balances powerful hardware with intuitive operation, a combination that creates the perfect tool for dealers and integrators who want to deliver cutting edge performance to their clients in an easy-to-use configuration. Any dealer who wants to elevate the quality and utility of their clients' entertainment system will be interested in seeing the capabilities of the DML-1000."

The DML-1000 provides instantaneous random access to many different types of digital media files, a distinct advantage over other products that can take up to 30 seconds to locate and load content. The HDcodex DML-1000 is also designed to offer tremendous flexibility and configuration options to support a huge range of sources and systems.

The DML-1000 is the ultimate media entertainment manager for family rooms, home theater applications, commercial entertainment networks, or commercial business enterprises that require instant access to vast libraries of video, music, and pictures. HDcodex is designed to be field upgradeable, ensuring simple integration of the latest features as they become available.

Video content can be viewed in both SD and HD formats at resolutions up to a full 1920x1080 pixels in progressive scan mode. To complete the home theater experience the DML-1000 also delivers multi-channel 5.1 and 7.1 high resolution digital audio capabilities. The DML-1000 is not restricted to MPEG2 or MPEG1, as are existing DVD players today, and supports the latest video and audio compression technologies, maximizing image and sound quality while minimizing disk storage requirements.
The DML-1000 provides a very open-ended, flexible and expandable architecture. Users can work with existing add-on accessory devices like a DVD carousel, enabling the legal storage and playback of an entire DVD movie collection, including metadata (album, cover art, genre, etc). All of this while still being able to store all of their personal media on the HDcodex via powerful, yet easy-to-build playlists-1 Terabyte of memory with nearly unlimited expandability.
The HDcodex DML-1000 will be available in Q3 2007 at a retail price of $4,999.

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New HDcodex Media Player Sets Industry Standard for Sophistication, Affordability

ISF-Certified HDcodex DML-1600 Player Ideal for Home Theater and Commercial Applications

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- CodexNovus, a leader in stand-alone and networked media server products, is proud to introduce the HDcodex DML-1600 standalone digital media player. Featuring 1.6 terabytes of memory, the DML-1600 will allow the media lover to access his or her entire collection of movies, music, and other media at the touch of a button. The new server will support all commonly used digital media formats, in SD and HD formats at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080p. High-resolution audio is delivered in multi-channel 5.1, and 7.1 formats - all in a self-contained platform designed for unparalleled ease of use.

"Our goal is to take the best digital playback technology on the market - and make it invisible," said CodexNovus' president Hugo Feugen. "We're allowing the movie and music lover to forget about the equipment and put his or her focus where it belongs - on the media experience itself."

The DML-1600 provides a very open-ended, flexible and expandable architecture. Users can work with existing add-on accessory devices like a DVD carousel, enabling the legal storage and playback of an entire DVD movie collection, including metadata (album, cover art, genre, etc). All of this while still being able to store all of their personal media on the HDcodex via powerful, yet easy-to-build playlists-1.6 Terabytes of memory with nearly unlimited expandability.

The DML-1600 is built around HDcodex, a powerful user interface system designed by CodexNovus. HDcodex lets you find and control your favorite media quickly, with all source information and metadata. No keyboards, mouses, or technicians are required.

The HDcodex interface is ISF-certified and incorporates All Media Guide's (AMG) LASSO media recognition system. All HDcodex products can be totally remote-control driven, using the infrared remote control included, or by RS-232. Additionally, the DML-1600 is compatible with most popular home control systems.

The DML-1600 offers matchless flexibility and configuration options and supports MPEG, AVI, TS, MP2, MP3, AC3, WAV, AAC, HTML, BMP, PNG, TIFF, GIF and JPEG media files.

HDcodex's powerful memory access and streaming systems allow for simultaneous streams of different media to different rooms anywhere in the home or business. And its unique multimedia support capacity makes it the ideal server for a trade show presentation environment, point-of-purchase kiosk, or any interactive environment.

As the user's media collection grows, HDcodex provides for virtually limitless storage capacity, which can be expanded at any time, simply by adding disk storage. Additionally, the system supports the latest compression technologies, conserving disk space while still maintaining video and audio quality.

At an MSRP of $6,999, the HDcodex DML-1600 is priced thousands of dollars lower than comparable competing models, while still allowing for a generous dealer profit margin.

The HDcodex DML-1600 is making its debut in Q3 of 2007.

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CodexNovus Flagship Media Server Proves Big Winner at EHX Spring 2007

ISF-Certified HDcodex DML-1600 Brings Home BODA and MOE Awards

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- CodexNovus, a leader in stand-alone and networked media server products, created enormous buzz during the Electronics House Expo (EHX) Spring 2007 in Orlando, Florida. Their partnership in Demo Alley garnered a Best of Demo Alley (BODA) award for "Best Video." But their highest commendation came with their win for the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) 2007 TechHome Mark of Excellence (MOE) Award. The HDcodex DML-1600 standalone digital media player took home top honors in the "Best Media Server" category.

Sponsored by the CEA, the TechHome Mark of Excellence Award is one of the consumer electronics industry's most prestigious accolades. MOE celebrates the finest achievements in custom electronics products, services and installations. Winners were announced during an awards dinner on March 9, 2007.

"We are extremely proud and honored to have received these awards from our industry," said Hugo Feugen, president of CodexNovus. "We believe the HDcodex DML-1600 provides the best digital playback technology on the market, and we are elated that a prestigious organization like CEA has recognized the quality of our product."

During EHX, CodexNovus partnered with several high-end A/V companies in a Demo Alley booth alongside Vidikron, Da-Lite Screens, James Loudspeakers, and VizionWare. Use of the HDcodex DML-1600 for the theater's 1080p/60fps projector, and LCD and plasma panels throughout the rest of the booth gave life to "full HD" video and high-end, 1536kpbs surround sound.

It was this top-notch presentation that secured their booth's win in the "Best Video Demo Experience" category for the BODA Award.

The HDcodex DML-1600 was also featured in the RBH Sound, Inc, Audio Design Associates, Projectiondesign, Screen Research, Auralex and Tributaries booth which won two BODA awards in the "People's Choice" and "Most Entertaining Presentation" categories.

With 1.6 terabytes of memory, the HDcodex DML-1600 allows the media lover to access his or her entire collection of movies, music, and other media at the touch of a button. The DML-1600 supports all commonly used digital media formats, in SD and HD formats at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080p. High-resolution audio is delivered in multi-channel 5.1, and 7.1 formats - all in a self-contained platform designed for unparalleled ease of use.

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CodexNovus HDcodex Media Players Achieve ISF Certification

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- CodexNovus Inc., an innovator of stand-alone and networked media player and server technologies, have received Imaging Science Foundation (ISF) certification for its media players (HDcodex DML-1000 and DML-1600). With ISF certification, the company's media storage devices meet the metrics and specifications that define the very best video performance available for consumers. Since 1994, ISF has provided comprehensive testing and certification of performance quality, and a publicly recognized logo program to high-end consumer electronics products that consumers identify with superior quality.

"We are proud to show off our high-end video capabilities," said Rich Borovec, vice president of engineering for CodexNovus. "ISF's comprehensive testing identifies high performance video products. Receiving this certification signifies our products are among the best in the industry."

ISF certification guides consumers to the very best hardware and software for home entertainment systems. All CodexNovus devices run on the company's proprietary HDcodex software configuration, which deliver the reliability necessary for today's demanding home theater environments. These products are designed for artifact-free film and sports viewing, superb color fidelity and quiet operation. ISF services include detailed measurement of video processing for TV, DVD and high-definition content to ensure the highest customer expectations are met.

"ISF CodexNovus certification is proof that properly designed digital video products need not sacrifice image quality for server based operational convenience. The audio world has already sacrificed quality for such convenience - we must be vigilant to insure that does not happen to HDTV owners," said Joel Silver, president of the Imaging Science Foundation. "There are video servers that dealers already know hold back HDTV performance."

CodexNovus offers two different media servers available to consumers, the DML-1000 (1 Terabyte) and DML-1600 (1.5 Terabyte). They all have been designed to elevate the quality of video playback by providing SD and HD video at resolutions of up to 1080p. These products offer unparalleled flexibility and configuration options that support a wide range of media files. To complete the home theater experience they deliver multi-channel 5.1 and 7.1 high-resolution digital audio capabilities. Instantaneous access to all digital media content is achieved using the elegant and easy to use HDcodex interface.

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About CodexNovus, Inc.

Champaign, Illinois-based CodexNovus was formed in March 2000 by Hugo Feugen, the president of CodexNovus. The company produces leading-edge media server products and technology designed to embrace the ever-growing world of digital content in both the residential and commercial markets. The company's mission is to open up the world of stunningly beautiful HDTV imagery and multi-channel audio that surrounds you by offering affordable media servers which allow instant access to complete digital audio, video, and image libraries in the home or in commercial applications. A benchmark ideology of CodexNovus is to provide products that are easily expandable and upgradeable so that you can be certain you have a system designed against near-term obsolescence.

For additional information on CodexNovus and its products, please visit www.codexnovus.com.



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