ECLIPSE New Flagship AVN726E Revitalizes the AVN Line and is Named Best of Innovations 2009 in Its Category

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Tue Jan 6, 2009 7:00pm EST

All Digital Video Circuitry Raises The Bar For Mobile Applications
TORRANCE, Calif.--(Business Wire)--
FUJITSU TEN LIMITED, manufacturer of leading automotive electronics, announced
today the AVN726E, its latest addition to the popular ECLIPSE brand of AVN
products. ECLIPSE introduced the AVN concept of a head unit based of three core
points of a perfect fit, comfort + awareness and integrated technology, in order
to promote driving safety and comfort. Since 2004, ECLIPSE has put the AVN on
the market, and has continuously received high evaluations. The AVN726E was
named Best of Innovations 2009 in its category by the Consumer Electronics
Association, as well as being chosen as an Innovations 2009 Design and
Engineering Award Honoree. 

The AVN726E is a next-generation AVN model that features all digital video
circuitry and a 7.0" WQVGA high-contrast, high-visibility TFT display with
day/night view modes that can be linked to the headlights for automatic
activation. Navigational displays as well as multi-format audiovisual
applications are now seen in high definition without any analog deterioration
such as noise and smearing. The advanced digital image processing automatically
adjusts outlining, color-depth and contrasts to make images more vivid. 

Navigation 

The AVN726E is the first AVN product with the map/navigation database
pre-installed in its built-in 2GB flash memory. Updating maps is easy using an
SD card. The AVN726E includes an SD card slot. 

Entertainment 

The AVN726E plays DVDs, DivX®, CDs including CD-R/RW and has a USB port for
connecting devices so that MP3, WMA files can be played as well. An iPod® can be
directly connected for audio and video playback. The AVN726E is ready for use
with SIRIUS and XM tuners as well as HD RadioTM tuners (including iTunes®
Tagging) options. Rear seat DVD entertainment capability is also included. 

The AVN726E breaks new ground as the only integrated navigation, audio and
visual entertainment product offering 6 preamp channel outputs at a high 5V
output for high fidelity audio expansion options. To match the unit`s improved
video performance, improved sound quality and lowered distortion was achieved
using premium parts in crucial circuit locations. 

Convenience and peace of mind 

Bluetooth® wireless technology (including microphone) is built-in and offers
audio streaming as well. Factory steering wheel control is possible (depending
on car brand). The AVN726E has rear view camera capability. ECLIPSE`s proven ESN
anti-theft measure is incorporated. The unit`s control button illumination can
be switched from blue to red as preferred. 

"The award winning AVN726E sets the new benchmark in the industry for premium
in-vehicle navigation and entertainment. This model represents one of the most
refined systems on the market today," said Michael West, Marketing Director of
ECLIPSE. 

The AVN726E is scheduled to go on sale from April 2009. Suggested MSRP is not
available at this time. 

About ECLIPSE

ECLIPSE a global brand of FUJITSU TEN LIMITED, as one of the world`s leading
brands in the aftermarket sector, enjoys brand-name recognition among serious
audiophiles for outstanding functionality and innovative technology. 

For more information, please see: www.eclipse-web.com

About FUJITSU TEN

FUJITSU TEN LIMITED operates worldwide businesses of "infotainment devices"
including car audio and car navigation systems, automotive electronics including
engine and airbag ECUs. FUJITSU TEN supplies products to the Toyota Motor
Corporation as well as other domestic and overseas automotive manufacturers.
Products branded as ECLIPSE are sold in many countries. 

For more information, please see: www.fujitsu-ten.co.jp/english/index.html

iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. 

The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by FUJITSU TEN LIMITED is under license. 

HD Radio is a proprietary trademark of iBiquity Digital Corp. 

SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio
Inc. and its subsidiaries. 

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are
used under license. 

AVN is registered trademark of FUJITSU TEN LIMITED. 



The Pollack PR Marketing Group
Stefan Pollack, 310-556-4443
spollack@ppmgcorp.com
or
FUJITSU TEN CORP. OF AMERICA
Michael West, 310-327-2151
west@lao.ten.fujitsu.com
http://www.eclipse-web.com

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