Denon Selects Universal Electronics To Enhance New Remote Lineup for High-End Audio Video Receivers

5-Oct-05

Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI) announced that it has been selected to supply advanced remote controls for certain models of Denon's high-end amplifiers and tuners to be distributed in the United States, Europe and Asia. The new remote controls will be powered by UEI's Kameleonô ""digital ink""- like technology that intelligently illuminates only active device keys for a uniquely intuitive graphical control interface. The relationship marks a further integration of UEI's technology with high-end consumer electronics partners in Asia. With its award-winning industrial design team, UEI produced a new line of high-end remotes in collaboration with Denon which offer users an intuitive way to control Denon's A/V receivers via easy-to-use key layouts, groupings and overall ergonomic design. The remotes also feature UEI patented technologies which allow for IR learning, direct code setup, and code verification. UEI's Kameleon technology makes use of electro luminescent display technologies provided by UK-based Pelikon Ltd., the world leader in the development and application of printed segmented electro luminescent Interface Display technology (pSEL) for consumer products. ""Denon continues to build upon its reputation of offering quality audio products to discerning consumers,"" said Hirofumi Ichikawa, President, Denon Brand Company. ""Our customers demand only the best, which challenges us to produce products that satisfy their needs for simplicity and functionality. Partnering with UEI allows us to provide users with superior control to complement our products perfectly."" ""Denon has a tradition of excellence in providing high quality products for customers who are serious about their audio needs. We are excited to have this opportunity to work together on innovative products that utilize UEI's distinctive technologies, such as Kameleon, that help our customers achieve their goals,"" said Paul Arling, chairman and chief executive officer at UEI. ""We look forward to the continued growth in the acceptance of our innovative technologies in the lucrative and competitive Asian market.""

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