Canopus Announces TwinPact100 – A Multifunctional Video Converter

The first scan converter with DV output capabilities adds bidirectional analog/DV conversion in a single hardware solution

San Jose , Calif. ( November 12, 2003 ) – Canopus Corporation today announced TwinPact100, the first multifunctional video converter to combine on-screen graphics-to-analog and DV scan conversion with a bidirectional analog/DV converter – all in one unit. TwinPact100 supports Windows and Mac OS and combines Canopus 's proprietary DV codec and Track and Zoom technologies with advanced image enhancement features to provide the highest-quality video conversion and unmatched functionality. TwinPact is a flexible and affordable solution for the professional video, corporate and
educational markets.

Smart Scan Conversion

TwinPact100's Smart Scan Conversion capabilities lets users capture what's on their computer monitor and convert it to both analog and DV format – an industry first. TwinPact100 supports screen resolution sizes up to 1600x1200 and features Canopus 's Track and Zoom technology, which provides the unique ability to track, zoom and output any application window or desktop area to a television, VCR or monitor . Canopus Track and Zoom Technology can dynamically track the area around the mouse pointer, making it ideal for sharp video presentations or creating focused video tutorials. TwinPact100 features easy, one-click mouse and remote control operation with advanced controls, including brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation, flicker filter, overscan and aspect ratio adjustments.

Bidirectional Analog/ Digital Video Conversion

TwinPact100 is also a high-quality, bidirectional analog/DV converter. TwinPact100 can be used with a DV-enabled video editing system or as a stand-alone converter that lets users transfer analog video directly to a DV deck without using a computer. TwinPact100 supports leading video editing applications for Windows and Mac OS, including Canopus EDIUS, Final Cut Pro®, Avid Xpress® DV and Adobe® Premiere® Pro.

At the heart of the TwinPact100 is the acclaimed Canopus DV codec, which provides the highest-quality image output possible during analog-to-DV and DV-to-analog conversion. TwinPact100 features advanced image enhancement technology, including digital noise reduction and image stabilization with line time base correction (LTBC), to instantly optimize and stabilize old VHS and Hi8 videos so they can be preserved in pristine DV format. To ensure perfect audio and video synchronization, TwinPact100 also includes an advanced locked-audio feature.

Pricing and Availability

TwinPact100 will be available in December 2003 through Audio Intervisual Design, your Canopus Authorized Partner, for a suggested retail price of $549.

About Canopus Corporation

Canopus Corporation, based in San Jose, Calif., is the U.S. division of Canopus Co., Ltd, headquartered in Kobe, Japan. Canopus designs and manufactures award-winning digital video and graphics solutions for video professionals and enthusiasts. The company combines innovative hardware and software designs to set new standards in performance, functionality and reliability. Industry leaders worldwide recognize Canopus’s advanced DV and MPEG codec technologies, which are featured in the company’s highly acclaimed realtime render-free, multi-track video editing solutions and transcoding products. Canopus also has offices in the U.K., Germany, Italy, Australia and China in addition to an extensive worldwide distribution network. For more information contact Canopus at (408) 954-4500 or visit their Web site at www.canopus.com.

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Canopus is a registered trademark and TwinPact100 is a trademark of Canopus Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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