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Small Is Beautiful And Functional With Crestron's New MT-1000 Mini Touch Panel (6/12/2004)

Form and function are perfectly combined in the new MT-1000 remote touch panel from Crestron, the world leader in home automation control solutions. This brand, new, wireless mini-touch panel is an attractive, feature-rich addition to Crestron's comprehensive range of touch panels, providing homeowners with a smart, portable and easy to operate unit for controlling a wide range of AV, lighting, blinds, HVAC, security and other home technology systems.

The MT-1000 has been developed with effortless operation in mind. It features a compact 3.8" active matrix visual display, incorporating Crestron's trademark 16-bit Isys(r) color graphics for crisp, high quality performance. The new touch panel also uses the company's exclusive Synapse algorithm for the creation of 3D buttons and objects which makes system programming a straightforward task for custom installers.

Stylish and practical design is also a key element in the new MT-1000. The 'easy-grip', ergonomic design ensures that the touch panel is easy and comfortable for homeowners to use and carry. This design thinking extends to the 11 tactile hard function buttons and the 4-way thumb pad which are integrated into the unit as an alternative to conventional touch panel operation. In addition, the backlight activates automatically when the panel is moved.

"We launched the MT-1000 at CEDIA 2004," says Robin Van Meeuwen MD of Crestron UK "and it had a great reception. The MT-1000 offers users all the functionality they need from a remote touch panel in a compact, state of the art and versatile unit. I think we can safely say that Crestron continues to lead the way in touch panel design and innovation."

Compatible with any Crestron control system, the MT-1000 features WAV file audio feedback and long-range 418 MHz 1-way RF communications. The unit also comes equipped with a Lithium Ion rechargeable battery pack and a handy, combined docking station and charger.

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