New Terk HDMI Accessories Add Flexibility To High-End Component Installation

September 19, 2006

Terk- accessories today introduced a line of HDMI accessories that include a switcher, extender, adapter and cabling, all designed to give the user the ultimate HD viewing experience, said Hank Caskey, VP Sales. High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, a DVD player, or an A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). ● The HDMI-31 Smart Switcher features three inputs and one output, allowing the user to connect up to 3 HDMI-enabled products such as an HD DVD player, HD set-top box or new gaming platform with any television that has HDMI inputs. It also lets the user to interface multiple products into a home theater receiver that has an insufficient amount of inputs using HDMI cabling (see data below). The HDMI-31 is designed to switch automatically to the product that is last turned on, and includes a manual override to switch to any inputted product. MSRP: $99.99 (Note: Photo clockwise from the top: HDMI-31 Smart Switcher, HDMI-A Adaptor, HDMI-R Extender) ● The HDMI-R Extender allows the user to connect two HDMI cables together to virtually double usable cable distances, important when using long runs of HDMI cable. Self-powered circuitry makes for simple use and installation. MSRP: $89.99 ● The HDMI-A Adaptor is an HDMI male to DVI female adaptor for digital video conversion. It allows the user to connect components with DVI outputs to the HDMI-31 Smart Switcher or to high-definitions TVs with HDMI inputs. MSRP: $29.99 ● HDMI-C6; HDMI C9; HDMI C12 HDMI Cables are available in 6-, 9- and 12-foot lengths and are the highest quality digital connections available. They feature ferrite bead construction for noise reduction and multi-shield construction to prevent picture loss and deliver the best possible component performance. MSRP: $69.99/$79.99/$89.99 TERK is a leading brand name in antenna technology and signal management solutions. The company offers a broad range of products as a leader in antenna technology for TV, satellite, radio, and mobile entertainment and communications applications, as well as a diverse product range including indoor and outdoor HDTV, analog TV, satellite radio and analog radio antennas, DIRECTV satellite dishes, satellite/cable installation hardware and audio/video accessories. Terk became a member of the Audiovox family of brands in 2005. Audiovox Electronics Corporation (AEC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Audiovox Corporation (Nasdaq:VOXX). AEC is a recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment, vehicle security and consumer electronics products. The company is number one in mobile video and places in the top ten of almost every category that it sells. Among the lines marketed by AEC are its mobile electronics products including mobile video systems, auto sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security, and consumer electronics products such as portable DVD players, flat-panel TV's, extended range two-way radios, multi media products like MP 3 players, and home and portable stereos. The company markets its products through an extensive distribution network that includes power retailers, 12-volt specialists, mass merchandisers and an OE sales group. The company markets products under the Audiovox, Jensen, Acoustic Research, Advent, Code Alarm, Terk, Vogel’s and Prestige brands. For additional information, visit our web site at www.audiovox.com.

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