SANTA BARBARA, CA - March 10, 2003 -Optronics™, the leader in developing easy-to-use high performance digital imaging solutions for microscopy, announces the release of dvmr , an innovative digital media recorder designed to capture streaming video, digital image and audio files directly to a CD or DVD in real-time.

The dvmr has been recognized as a break-through in imaging technology. It incorporates the stable and reliable Linux operating system. The implementation of using the Linux kernel allows the dvmr to utilize its memory and resources effectively, which results in extraordinary speed in transferring image and audio data directly to a CD or DVD in real-time. Image information is simultaneously delivered to ancillary monitors or peripheral imaging hardware.

Operating the dvmr is simple and straightforward. Utilizing a touch screen flat panel monitor, the operator gains hassle-free control of the dvmr through its simple and intuitive navigation icons.

Optronics will distribute dvmr through their sales and marketing channel, ImagingPlanet™ via its network of highly qualified regional surgical microscopy resellers who serve the needs of neurosurgeons and ophthalmologists worldwide.

Optronics has been producing innovative imaging products for surgical microscopy for over a decade. The dvmr represents another advancement in technology from the leading manufacturer in digital microscopy imaging.

Imaging professionals interested in digital imaging for microsurgical and Ophthalmology applications are encouraged to visit Optronics online at: optronics.com

Contact:

Richard Crandall
Marketing Manager
Optronics | ImagingPlanet
866.478.4336 x. 3980.
rcrandall@imagingplanet.com
http://www.optronics.com
http://www.dvmr.com
175 Cremona Dr.
Goleta, CA 93117
866.478.4336

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