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Hitachi Software in the News Contacts: Gerard F. Corbett Tamara Deschryver Daniel O’Connell INFOCOMM BOOTH #4046 Hitachi Software Showcases New Starboard® FX Series Interactive Whiteboards at INFOCOMM 2006 StarBoard FX-63 and FX-77 raise the bar in functionality, versatility and performance value; new and enhanced features save time and boost user-friendliness LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, www.hitachi.us, June 7, 2006 — Reaffirming its commitment to enabling AV dealers and integrators to provide their customers with the most advanced interactive presentation technologies at industry-leading price points, Hitachi Software Engineering America, Ltd. today showcased the Starboard FX-63 and FX-77 interactive whiteboards at InfoComm 2006. Built upon the superior performance of Hitachi Software’s existing product line, the FX Series offers larger image areas, faster tracking speed and a powerful feature set, providing an ideal solution for schools and businesses seeking a durable, versatile interactive presentation and collaboration system that fits within their budget. “The FX Series offers the advanced features, flexibility and performance value that only Hitachi Software can deliver,” said Ted Wakabayashi, president, Hitachi Software Engineering America. “Developed with input from our contractors and their customers, the FX Series is designed to provide teachers, trainers and presenters with a powerful interactive presentation solution that is feature-rich yet easy to use. Hitachi Starboard Software is highly intuitive to anyone familiar with the basics of computer operation. In addition, our new interactive whiteboards are fully customizable, saving time by enabling users to tailor the system to meet their individual needs.” Featuring screen sizes of 63” and 77” respectively, the FX-63 and FX-77 are suitable for installation in classrooms, meeting rooms and training facilities. Customizable function buttons enable the use of StarBoard software without the constant use of on-screen menus, and a customizable toolbar further enhances speed, flexibility and user-friendliness. Available in a choice of USB wired or Bluetooth wireless configurations, the FX Series offers seamless integration with new or existing equipment, including computers, LCD projectors and data scanners. Hitachi Software’s easy-to-master Starboard Software enables users to run and annotate computer applications directly on the whiteboard using the supplied pen device. The wireless 2-button pen device functions as a mouse to operate the PC or as a pen to annotate and edit documents, which can be saved as editable screen shots in Starboard Software or as Windows software applications. Starboard Software features Screen/Voice recording functionality that enables Starboard sessions to be recorded during classes or meetings for later playback. The hyperlink feature allows users to embed wav movie files in StarBoard presentations, and other new features make importing text significantly easier. Presenters wishing to further enhance audience interactivity and collaboration should consider the Starboard BT-1 Tablet, a lightweight, handheld, pen-operated Bluetooth tablet accessory that enables wireless remote operation of the FX Series, providing educators and presenters with the freedom to move about the room while making presentations. Up to four BT-1 Tablets can be connected to each StarBoard system and passed around the room, enabling audience members to control and contribute to the presentation. Completing the Hitachi Software FX Series is the FX-82W, the company’s largest-ever interactive whiteboard with a widescreen 16:9 display aspect ratio and generous 82” diagonal image area. Shipping immediately, Hitachi Software FX Series interactive whiteboards are bundled with Hitachi Starboard Software Release 6.31 and wall mounting brackets. MSRP for the FX-63 and FX-77 ranges from $1,119 to $1,599 depending on model configuration. About Hitachi Hitachi has a unique position in the marketplace by manufacturing and developing its own core technologies to provide consumers and businesses with optimal product performance in each of Hitachi's product categories. For consumer products, please visit www.hitachi.us/tv. For business products, please visit www.hitachi.us/digitalmedia. For more information about electronic whiteboards and Starboard software, please visit Hitachi Software at www.hitachi-soft.com. Hitachi brand business products are connected through Hitachi’s OneVision program, which makes it possible for any Hitachi business unit dealer to sell Hitachi products from other Hitachi business units. Hitachi America, Ltd., a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., markets and manufactures a broad range of electronics, computer systems and products, and consumer electronics, and provides industrial equipment and services throughout North America. For more information, visit http://www.hitachi.us. Hitachi, Ltd., (NYSE: HIT / TSE: 6501), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading global electronics company with approximately 356,000 employees worldwide. Fiscal 2005 (ended March 31, 2006) consolidated sales totaled 9,464 billion yen ($80.9 billion). The company offers a wide range of systems, products and services in market sectors including information systems, electronic devices, power and industrial systems, consumer products, materials and financial services. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's website at http://www.hitachi.com. # # #
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