Contact: Doan Hoff / Yamaha Electronics Corporation, USA (714) 522-9105 (dhoff@yamaha.com) Doug Wright / Giles Communications (914) 798-4115 (dwright@giles.com)
Release Date: September 14, 2006 YAMAHA INTRODUCES HIGH PERFORMING DVD AND CD PLAYERS WITH MULTI-FORMAT PLAYBACK OPTIONS AT CEDIA -Two DVD Players and CD Player Feature RS-232C Interface for Easy Integration Into Custom InstallationsDENVER, Colo. Yamaha Electronics Corporation, the innovator in home theater and digital audio and video reproduction, unveils three DVD players, the DVD-S2700, DVDS1700 and DVD-S659, and a five-disc CD changer, the CDC-697, at CEDIA 2006. The DVD-S2700 and DVD-S1700 provide HDMI output, with 1080p upconversion, for outstanding image quality. The CDC-697 CD changer offers superior digital performance and CD-RW disc compatibility. The DVD-S2700, DVD-S1700 and CDC-697 feature RS232C interfaces that enable them to be controlled by computer in custom installations. Members of the media are invited to see the new models at Yamahas CEDIA 2006 booth (#342). Yamahas DVD-S1700 and DVD-S2700 features Noise Shaped Video, which improves the accuracy of signal representation and allows images to be displayed at much higher resolutions. Other advanced technologies and features that maximize image quality include Faroudja DCDi processing and 216 MHz/12-Bit Video DAC. Progressive scanning (for NTSC and PAL formats) delivers a smoother, film-like image when viewed on a high definition TV or large screen.

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YAMAHA INTRODUCES HIGH PERFORMING DVD AND CD PLAYERS WITH MULTI-FORMAT PLAYBACK OPTIONS AT CEDIA
Both models can playback DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD content, as well as files encoded in MP3 (audio), JPEG (images), DivX (video) and WMA (audio). Audio Direct Mode switches off the front panel display and takes the video circuitry out of the signal path so that audio quality during playback is not compromised. Bass Management, particularly important for realizing the full effect of DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD content, routes the bass frequencies accordingly for the best performance from a multispeaker home theater system. The DVD-S1700 and DVD-S2700 are driven by on-screen displays with graphical user interfaces (GUI). An aluminum front panel finish gives both models a sophisticated look and feel. The DVD-2700 has added features to ensure superior sound quality, including four top performance 192kHz/24-Bit 2-channel audio DACs and a large transformer exclusively for the audio section. Independent chambers for the power supply, and operational and video circuits prevent interference between sections. Also debuting at CEDIA is Yamahas DVD-S659 progressive scan DVD player with HDMI interface, 1080i and 720p upscaling, and DivX Ultra Certification. The unit can playback all versions of DivX video, including DivX 6, with enhanced playback of DivX media files and the DivX media format. The unit can also play content in MP3, JPEG and WMA formats. The DVD-S659 is driven by an easy-to-use graphical user interface (GUI). Other advanced features of the DVD-S659 include Night Mode, which enables users to hear audio with the proper tonal balance and dynamic range when watching movies at low volumes; multiple options for viewing picture CDs (JPEG); and versatile MP3 playback with fast forward, rewind, repeat and shuffle playback. The CDC-697 five-disc carousel CD changer enables users to enjoy hours of uninterrupted music. PlayXchange allows up to four discs to be changed while the fifth continues to play. Yamahas Super-Silent Mechanism isolates the playing disc from vibration, ensuring smooth disc rotation and high quality sound reproduction. Also guarding against the effects of vibration is the units laser pickup that is isolated on a floating mechanism. The Intelligent Digital Servo System uses a microcomputer to monitor the audio signal and compensate for any problems such as disc defects, warpage and dust. -MORE-
YAMAHA INTRODUCES HIGH PERFORMING DVD AND CD PLAYERS WITH MULTI-FORMAT PLAYBACK OPTIONS AT CEDIA Convenience features of the CDC-697 include 40-Track Random Access Programmable Play and Clear that allow custom playlists to be quickly created and deleted; Disc Intro Scan that plays the first 8 seconds of songs so that the desired track can be found; and 3-Mode CD Text Display that shows CD title, artists name and the name of the song currently playing. A full function remote includes digital volume control for the player as well as headphones. Yamahas new DVD players will be available this fall DVD-S2700 (November/SRP $999.95), DVD-S1700 (November/SRP $449.95) and DVD-S659 (September/SRP $179.95). The CDC-697 will also be available in October for a suggested retail price of $299.95. For more information, write Yamaha Electronics Corporation, P.O. Box 6660, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9105; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com/home. END

About Yamaha Yamaha Electronics Corporation (YEC), USA, based in Buena Park, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Yamaha. YEC offers Home Theater components and systems, featuring A/V Receivers, Amplifiers, DVD/CD, Speakers, Mini-Systems, Video Projection, as well as A/V & IT Convergence Products

Should you encounter any problem with your Yamaha Blu-Ray player (all models), or DVD players models DV-S5860, DV-S5950, DV-S6160, DVD-S659, DVD-S661, DVD-S1700, DVD-S1800, DVD-C750, DVD-C950, DVD-C961, DV-C6760, DV-C6761, or DV-C6860 DVD Player, please follow the troubleshooting instructions in your Owners Manual, and see the FAQs at WWW.YAMAHA.COM/YEC. Then, if your DVD Player requires service, please follow the instructions shown below. (NOTE: The following instructions and form apply only to the above DVD Player models and only for warranty-covered repair or replacement service, as provided by the YAMAHA One (1) Year Limited Warranty.)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. 2. Complete the service/exchange form below. Pack the DVD Player, its Owners Manual and all its accessories in the original box or a suitable alternative. If YAMAHA elects to exchange your DVD Player, you will receive replacement accessories with your replacement product. If you require information or wish to order new packing materials, call YAMAHA at (714) 522-9888. Put the completed service/exchange form and a copy of your original sales receipt into an envelope. Label the envelope Return Documents Enclosed. Place this envelope in the box with the product. Seal the box with packing tape and ship the complete package via United Parcel Service or FedEx, insured and freight prepaid* to:
YAMAHA Electronics Corp., USA Attn: DVD PLAYER SERVICE/EXCHANGE 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue Buena Park, CA 90620
Within the terms of your YAMAHA Limited Warranty, the DVD Player will be serviced and returned to you or it will be replaced with a new or refurbished product within 10 working days. If you have not received your unit within 15 business days, please dial (714) 522-9514 for further assistance. *(You will pay all shipping and insurance costs for shipment to YAMAHA; and YAMAHA will pay all warrantycovered service or exchange costs plus shipping and insurance costs when returning a product to you.)

SERVICE/EXCHANGE FORM

Your Address (i.e., the street address to which YAMAHA should ship the serviced or exchanged product) Name: _________________________________________________________________ Street Address: __________________________________________ Apt. #: ___________________ City: ________________________________ State: __________ Zip Code: ___________________ Your daytime phone number: __________________________________________ (8 AM to 5 PM Pacific time) Detailed reason for return (Use the back of this form if additional space is required):_________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ DVD Player you are shipping to YAMAHA Model number: ________________________ Serial Number: _______________________________ Remember, the box you ship to YAMAHA must include the following: 1. The DVD Player. 2. Owners Manual and all the accessories originally supplied with the DVD Player. 3. Sales receipt showing date and place of purchase. 4. Completed service/exchange form.
IF THE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED, LEARN ABOUT YAMAHAS DVD PLAYER CUSTOMERLOYALTY PROGRAM AT WWW.YAMAHA.COM/YEC/CUSTOMER/DVDEXCHANGE.HTML OR CALL (800) 292-2982, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 8 AM TO 4 PM PACIFIC TIME.
For office use only: Replacement: Y / N Model #________________________ Warehouse: NIPNCA-A DSC-A BP-B BP-A Charge Y / N Reserved Stock Amount $__________________

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