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ReQuest Multimedia adds Pro 400 Model to Fusion line of Digital Music Servers and announces Multi-Room integration with NetStreams DigiLinX (1/6/2005)

Stand E50, Hall 3, CEDIA UK Expo 2005

Store up to 700 Albums in full fidelity, WAV format and play up to 6 uncompressed audio streams simultaneously from a single AudioReQuest server

ReQuest Multimedia, the industry leader in hard drive-based digital music servers, is taking AudioReQuest to the next level with UK launch of the Fusion Pro 400 model.

The Fusion F400P allows music lovers to store, organise and access their music by song title, artist, album, genre and personal play lists. Advanced networking features make AudioReQuest a superior choice for multi-room, multi-source and multi-location AV systems and seamless integration with Apple's iPod(tm) / iTunes(tm) makes portable and web-accessed music an integral part of this high performance music server.

Pre-engineered interface modules are available for most leading third-party control systems, including AMX(tm), Crestron(tm), Vantage(tm) and Xantech(tm).

ReQuest's exclusive UK distributor, Invision, will be unveiling this latest addition to its growing family of servers at the forthcoming CEDIA EXPO at the ICC in Birmingham, 28-30th June 2005.

"AudioReQuest Fusion is our best selling music server," said Steve Beahan of Invision UK. "The new Pro 400 model is perfect for the client who wants CD quality, but who has a large music collection - it's a proven solution for uncompromised sonic performance."

ReQuest has also confirmed that the Fusion Pro 400 is supplied with new firmware which allows for up to 6 simultaneous streams of uncompressed audio over the innovative NetStreams' DigiLinX IP-based distributed audio system. This integration makes AudioReQuest a compelling source on the DigiLinX home network and the result is a perfect fusion of two remarkable products, with added audio and control features, increased system efficiency, and greater ease of installation

Herman Cardenas, founder and chief executive officer of NetStreams, is excited about this new partnership and what it represents to the company. "As audio and video distribution in the home is becoming increasingly IP-based, there is a growing need for manufacturers to develop products that will serve our consumers' new lifestyle." He further added: "The DigiLinX and AudioReQuest integration is a natural fit."

Steve Vasquez, co-founder of ReQuest Multimedia, joined Cardenas' enthusiasm. "NetStreams has established itself as a leader in networked audio distribution for its innovation and cutting edge technology. We at ReQuest are glad to join forces with a quality team in providing the best products possible for our installers and homeowners."

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