Video Recorder is targeted for portable device users.

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Compatible with Apple Quick Time®, stand-alone Easy Recorder 2 records composite analog signal from VCR, DVD, or video camera directly to Memory Stick Duo in MPEG-4 format. Supporting NTSC, video can be recorded in high resolution (768 Kbps/30 fps), middle resolution (384 Kbps/15 fps), or low resolution (192 Kbps/15 fps) formats. USB 2.0 connectivity is provided to transfer data to user's personal computer.




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Hagiwara Sys-Com Announces Stand-Alone MPEG-4 Video Recorder for Memory Stick Duo



IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 4 / -- Hagiwara Sys-Com Co., Ltd. (HSC), the industry leader in semiconductor application products for the cutting-edge consumer and industrial electronics -- today announced the release of the new Easy Recorder 2 - MPEG-4 Memory Stick Video format recorder for the portable device user.

The Easy Recorder 2 records video content (via composite analog signal from a VCR, DVD or video camera) directly to Memory Stick Duo in MPEG-4 Memory Stick Video format, a widely used video format for popular portable devices and compatible with Apple Quick Time® for your personal computer.

You can view the video on your:

o Portable device that uses Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo memory cards such as
the Sony Playstation Portable® (PSP).

o Transfer the video file to your portable device (using Apple iTunes®)
such as the Apple Video iPod®.

o Personal Computer (using Apple Quick Time®)

"In 2005 Hagiwara Sys-Com had released the Easy Recorder 1 and was immediately sold out in many retail stores throughout Japan. It was clear proof that portable device owners are seeking an easy to use video recorder," said U.S. Product Manager Moto Watanabe. "For the Easy Recorder 2 an eagerly anticipated USB 2.0 port was added for easier connectivity to a personal computer making the Easy Recorder 2 not just for portable device owners, but also a great gadget for anyone who wishes to enjoy watching, sharing and archiving video content."

Key Features

o Stand-alone Operation - No computer required to record video.

o USB 2.0 connectivity - Easy data transfers to your personal computer.

o Multi-Record Quality selection - Record video in; high resolution (768
Kbps/30fps), middle resolution (384Kbps/15fps) or low resolution (192
Kbps/15fps).

o Compatible with standard Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo.

o Supports NTSC video format only.

Pricing and Availability

The Easy Recorder 2 is available directly at www.hsc-us.com and through selected e-tailers & retail stores in North America including Amazon.com and Fry's Electronics.

Suggested retail price is US$139.99. Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo sold separately.

About Hagiwara Sys-Com

Hagiwara Sys-Com Co., Ltd. designs, manufactures and markets highly innovative and versatile semiconductor application products for diverse market ranging from digital consumer to industrial / embedded computing. Hagiwara is known for its high quality and reliability of their products of industrial and consumer applications.

Source: Hagiwara Sys-Com Co., Ltd.

CONTACT:
Hagiwara Sys-Com, +1-949-756-2028, mediarelations@hsc-us.com

Web site: http://hsc-us.com/

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