February 23, 1999 - Rockleigh, NJ, USA - Crestron is pleased to announce that the CNXVGA computer graphic to video extender (or scan converter) has received an A/V Video & Multimedia Producer magazine Platinum Award. The CNXVGA is designed specifically as a cost-effective option for the company’s VT-3500 video touchpanel. CNXVGA allows the video touchpanels to accept computer input, turning them into state-of-the-art multimedia panels.

The CNXVGA accepts input from standard DOS, VGA, SVGA, XVGA and Mac formats in resolutions from 640 x 480 to 1024 x 768. It outputs composite or S-video. Any VT-3500 touchpanel is completely field-upgradable.

"We appreciate A/V Video’s commitment to the industry. The magazine keeps up with all the latest technology, keeping readers on top of what’s new," states Janne’ Fielding, Crestron marketing manager. "We thank all the readers who support Crestron and chose our cutting-edge technology as their number one choice."

The popular contest honors top products nominated by over 9,000 readers. A select group of high-end users are then chosen to make the final selection. Winners are selected strictly on the basis of number of votes.

Headquartered in Rockleigh, New Jersey, Crestron is the world leader in design and manufacture of control and automation systems for corporate, industrial, educational and residential markets. Crestron systems provide easy-to-use control for virtually any electronic devices. Visit our web site www.crestron.com or call 800.237.2041 for more information.