Taipei July 16, 2004 : Compro Technology, a leading manufacturer of PC multimedia add-on products announced today the official release of the USB 2.0 driven VideoMate Action series of external TV Tuner boxes. The VideoMate Action series comes in five different configurations to cater to the varying needs of today's end users for TV reception, video capture and in certain models even FM radio reception.

Regardless of the model you choose all VideoMate Action TV Tuner boxes allow the user to watch live TV on their PC, record analog signals in an array of digital formats from MPEG-1, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4. All models come with the all new easy-to-use ComproPVR 2.0 software. Equipped with a stylish and easy to handle flat shaped remote control and the built in IR receiver, one can relax and watch TV on their desktop or laptop PC from the comfort of their couch or lounge chair. It is easy to install by simply plugging into your USB 2.0 slot on your computer, and by following the guided installation you can be up and running in no time. And VideoMate Action doesn't take away that needed space on your desktop either, being that it is a pocket-size (only 11.7 x 7.2 x 2.8cm ) you can place it pretty much anywhere without it getting in the way.

One step up from the basic model VideoMate Action is the VideoMate Action / FM , you can have FM Radio broadcast reception as well. With ComproFM 2 software, you are able to schedule the recording of your favorite radio programs and record them in MP3 or WAV formats.

If Stereo audio is what you are interested in, then VideoMate Action / Stereo is the model you want. This model comes complete with SAP/NICAM stereo support. And if you want to have the full package deal then go with the VideoMate Action Pro which gives you FM Radio reception together with SAP/NICAM stereo.

And just when you thought that you had it all, Compro has made their VideoMate Action Ultra which comes not only with all of the above mentioned features but with 3D Y/C color separation! What is that?.. you say, that is the ultimate in video quality; transforming the broadcast signals into a format that your computer monitor can understand and allowing them to be displayed in their purest form. With 3D Y/C color separation, your lines are cleaner; your colors are clearer and basically you are able to achieve a picture that is better than that of the conventional TV! You need it, Compro has it!

About Compro Technology, Inc.

Founded in 1988, Compro Technology develops and markets PC graphics and multimedia products. With highly motivated and experienced engineers, innovation is the main focus at Compro. We combine the latest hardware and software technologies to provide high quality products to the rapidly evolving PC market. Originally focusing on the OEM market, Compro now sells multimedia products under the VideoMate brand name.

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