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DENVER, CO, September 13, 2006 - Cambridge
SoundWorks®, an innovator and leader of the high-performance
table radio category, today announced the most comprehensive
expansion of its award-winning product line ever with the
introduction of five new radio models, on display at the CEDIA
EXPO in Denver, Colorado (Booth #579). The Company unveiled
its first stereo radio using HD Radio technology, the SoundWorks®
Radio 820HD. Also being introduced are two complete personal
music systems that can connect to an iPod, ZEN, or other digital
audio players, the SoundWorks Radio 735 and SoundWorks Radio
CD 745; and a compact and stylish monaural AM/FM radio, the
SoundWorks Radio 705. The Company also introduced a ground-breaking
component HD Radio tuner for under $300. All of the new products
will be available for purchase in October and November. Cambridge
SoundWorks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Creative Technology
Ltd (Nasdaq: CREAF).
"Today's introduction of our new family of high performance
table radios marks one of the most comprehensive launches
in our history and continues our tradition of innovation in
the category," said Rob Mainiero, general manager of Cambridge
SoundWorks. "Our new line covers the full spectrum of price
and technology, for casual listening or an audiophile-grade
experience. Cambridge SoundWorks has a product that delivers
just what you're looking for, from a fun and friendly, compact
monaural table radio to personal music systems with iPod and
ZEN connectivity to tabletop or component HD Radio."
Crystal-clear Reception of HD Radio Broadcasting
The SoundWorks Radio 820HD is a stereo table radio that provides
an ideal platform to enjoy crystal-clear reception with HD
Radio™ technology and programming. The SoundWorks Radio 820HD
was specifically designed to ensure the best reception possible
of HD Radio broadcast. A unique-in-class telescoping antenna
supports the FM band, while a generously large internal ferrite
antenna supports the AM band. As a result, the SoundWorks
Radio 820HD will consistently deliver all HD Radio technology's
great new features: FM channels with near-CD quality sound,
AM radio with FM-quality sound, and extra HD2 multicast channels
featuring expanded formats. Plus there's up-to-the-minute
text information, such as artist and song IDs, traffic alerts,
sports scores and more. All with no monthly subscription fees.
True to Cambridge SoundWorks' heritage, the SoundWorks Radio
820HD is an acoustic marvel, sounding remarkably smooth and
clear. It will even fill up a larger room with rich sound,
yet it is compact enough to fit easily on a small table. A
convenient auxiliary input allows owners the benefit of hearing
their MP3, CD, DVD player, or PC playback reproduced with
the same degree of clarity and accuracy. Retail price: $299.99.
Available: November.
Component HD Radio Tuner for Less than $300
The SoundWorks Tuner 850HD is a ground-breaking, component
HD Radio tuner that will retail for under $300. Using Cambridge
SoundWorks' new SoundWorks Tuner 850HD, a custom installer
can create affordable, up-to-date systems that include the
superior fidelity and enhanced programming of HD Radio™ technology.
The SoundWorks Tuner 850HD comes configured for rack mounting
and features 3 signal outputs (2 digital and 1 analog) for
maximum installation versatility. An easy-to-use infrared
remote control is included for "line of sight" control. In
addition, the tuner features a vocabulary of commands to support
remote user interface panels common in custom installation.
In addition to its "F" connector input for FM, the SoundWorks
Tuner 850HD includes a sensitive external AM antenna on a
generously long signal lead, allowing placement away from
local sources of AM interference. Retail price: $299.99. Available:
November.
Complete, Personal Music Systems with iPod, ZEN Connectivity
The SoundWorks Radio 735 and SoundWorks Radio CD 745 offer
consumers complete personal music systems with the convenience
and capability of attaching a dock for iPods, ZENS or other
MP3 players, an AM/FM radio, CD/MP3-CD player (745 only),
and more. For iPod users, a dock is included in the complete
bundle and will charge the player when connected. A single
remote which controls radio functions as well as iPod Navigation
is also provided. The ZEN dock is available separately. Both
models feature an AM/FM tuner with superb reception, display
of RDS information (when available) and 24 presets. The SoundWorks
Radio CD 745 plays standard CDs or MP3-encoded CDs. The radios'
convenient "AUX" input enables users to connect other audio
sources. Programmable bass and treble controls adjust tonal
balance for personal tastes. The radios also feature dual
alarms for those who want a superior clock radio.
The SoundWorks Radio 735 and SoundWorks Radio CD 745 reproduce
music at its best - whether listening to digital music stored
on an MP3 player, AM/FM radio, or CD/MP3-CDs. The SoundWorks
Radios use Cambridge SoundWorks' award-winning, signature
2.1 speaker design, including built-in powered subwoofer.
Driven by a frequency-contoured amplifier, the subwoofer provides
deep and accurate bass response that no other table radio
can match. Retail price: $299.99; $399.99, respectively, for
complete iPod bundle. Available: October.
Feature Rich AM/FM Radio
From the kitchen or bedroom to the dorm or den, the monaural
SoundWorks Radio 705 has a contemporary design that makes
it look right at home virtually anywhere. While the controls
are simple and intuitive, its performance is pure high-tech.
The SoundWorks Radio 705 features a Cambridge SoundWorks custom-designed
speaker element housed in a sturdy molded enclosure, supported
by a flared bass vent. Its sound has the wide range and accuracy
that are the hallmarks of all Cambridge SoundWorks radios.
Both the FM and AM tuners in the SoundWorks Radio 705 feature
high sensitivity and selectivity. Integral FM and AM antennas
combine convenience with performance. A convenient AUX in
jack makes the SoundWorks Radio 705 the ideal high fidelity
playback unit for MP3, CD, DVD players, PC playback and more.
It is also bedroom friendly; easy to use in the dark and can
turn off on its own with its 30 minute SLEEP timer feature.
Retail price: $119.99. Available: October.
Availability The new SoundWorks Radios will be available
for purchase in October and November at Cambridge SoundWorks'
retail locations, www.cambridgesoundworks.com,
or by calling 1-800-FOR-HIFI.
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