SAN DIEGO, Feb. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.
(Amex: MCZ; TSX), a leading third-party interactive entertainment accessory
provider announced today the release of the Xbox 360 HDMI Conversion Kit, a
revolutionary new accessory designed to allow owners of the Xbox 360
console to connect directly to any standard HDMI input on their TV's or
displays and enjoy true High-Definition (HD) digital video and audio for
gaming and movie playback.
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The HDMI Conversion Kit connects easily and safely to the 'AV Output'
located on the rear of the console and utilizing advanced microprocessor
technology, converts the analogue signal to a digital HDMI stream,
outputting all popular HD resolutions up to and including 1080p and
compatible with the HDMI 1.3 standard.
Furthermore, the HDMI Conversion Kit has been engineered to carry full
multi-channel Digital Audio (Dolby(R) Digital, DTS(R)) through the HDMI
cable directly to compatible TV's, eliminating the need for multiple video
and audio connections. Should users wish to output digital audio to an
alternative source, a separate Digital Audio Output has been built in to
the device and using the Digital Optical Cable provided, offers users
flexibility to connect however they choose. With all necessary cables
needed supplied in the box, the HDMI Conversion Kit is a true 'one-stop
solution' to an all digital experience.
Darren Richardson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mad Catz
commented, "HDMI is widely recognized as the connection standard for the
High-Definition age in which we live, delivering unsurpassed visual and
audio quality. However, millions of Xbox 360 consoles are not equipped with
an HDMI output and owners are unable to take advantage of the benefits an
all digital connection provides. Mad Catz' Xbox 360 HDMI Conversion Kit
provides gamers with a digital video and audio solution that we believe
will be embraced by owners of HD-TV's and those who demand the best from
their entertainment. With breakthrough, innovative products such as this,
Mad Catz continues to demonstrate its commitment to enhancing all areas of
gaming and we look forward to introducing Xbox 360 owners everywhere to the
all digital revolution."
Compatible with all Xbox 360 consoles not equipped with HDMI
connectors; the HDMI Conversion Kit is expected to be available across
United States in late January 2008 for an SRP of $89.99.
For further information please contact:
Media
Alex Verrey: Global PR & Communications Manager --
t. +44 (0) 1908 336 538
e. averrey@madcatz.com
Michael Greco: Vice President of Marketing -- t. +1-619-321-3564
e. mgreco@madcatz.com
Investors
Joseph Jaffoni, David Jacoby -- Jaffoni & Collins Incorporated --
t. 212/835-8500
e. mcz@jcir.com
About Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.
Mad Catz is a global leader in providing innovative peripherals for the
interactive entertainment industry. Mad Catz designs and markets
accessories for video game systems and publishes video game software,
including the industry-leading GameShark video game enhancements, under its
Mad Catz, GameShark and Joytech brands. Mad Catz also designs and markets
mice, keyboards, headsets, PC gaming controllers and other PC peripherals
through its Saitek brand, and recently began manufacturing and marketing
proprietary portable earphones under its AirDrives brand. Mad Catz
distributes its products through most of the leading retailers offering
interactive entertainment products and has offices across Canada, Europe
and Asia. For additional information please go to http://www.madcatz.com,
as well as http://www.gameshark.com, http://www.airdrives.com,
http://www.saitek.com and http://www.joytech.net.
Safe Harbor for Forward Looking Statements: This press release contains
forward-looking statements about the Company's business prospects that
involve substantial risks and uncertainties. The Company assumes no
obligation to update the forward-looking statements contained in this press
release as a result of new information or future events or developments.
You can identify these statements by the fact that they use words such as
"anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "project," "intend," "should," "plan,"
"goal," "believe," and other words and terms of similar meaning in
connection with any discussion of future operating or financial
performance. Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ
materially are the following: the ability to maintain or renew the
Company's licenses; competitive developments affecting the Company's
current products; first party price reductions; the ability to successfully
market both new and existing products domestically and internationally;
difficulties or delays in manufacturing; or a downturn in the market or
industry. A further list and description of these risks, uncertainties and
other matters can be found in the Company's reports filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities
Administrators. CONTACT: Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. Stewart Halpern, Chief
Financial Officer, 800-831-1442 Or Jaffoni & Collins Incorporated Joseph
Jaffoni/David Jacoby, 212-835-8500 mcz@jcir.com
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CONTACT:
Media, Alex Verrey, Global PR &
Communications Manager, +44 0 1908 336 538, averrey@madcatz.com,
or Michael Greco, Vice President of Marketing, +1-619-321-3564,
mgreco@madcatz.com, both of Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.; or
Investors, Joseph Jaffoni, or David Jacoby, both of Jaffoni &
Collins Incorporated, +1-212-835-8500, mcz@jcir.com, for Mad Catz
Interactive, Inc.
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