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Wireless Audio Made Simple

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Wireless Audio Made Simple

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In the early 2000’s the founders of one of the oldest and largest N. America OEM CE manufacturers recognized there was an immediate need for simplified music without wires throughout the home, and outdoors. A new brand, Soundcast was launched to build high-performance wireless audio products that sounded great and did not suffer from signal interruption.

After 3 years in development Soundcast pioneered their first award winning wireless system - the iCast, winning PC Magazine’s 2006 elite Editor’s Choice Award.

Now with numerous awards and rave reviews, it’s easy to see and hear why Soundcast’s performance is far above the rest.

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Wireless PAST - The biggest obstacle in wireless sound, dependability(reliable uninterrupted signal) and sound quality.

Soundcast GOAL - To assemble a team of brilliant engineers and present them with a challenge. Develop the technology for wireless delivery of audio at a quality that could not be discerned from a system that is wired. Furthermore, the signal must not be interfered with by any of the other devices operating at the same frequency.

RESULTS - After 2 1/2 years of extensive development and over $5M in research and development, the results were evident in the very first product, the award winning iCast transmitter and receiver system.

ACHIEVEMENT - Soundcast’s proprietary wireless technology includes the industry’s most advanced wireless link, ultra-high efficiency digital amplifiers, computer optimized transducers utilizing the latest composites and highest quality components.

Soundcast continues to advance the art of wireless audio reproduction using its solid and very reliable and unique 2.4GHz technology

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114M U.S. HOUSEHOLDS / 30M ARE RENTAL PROPERTIES• Single-family dwelling, Apartments, Condominiums, Vacation Properties

Wireless is rapidly becoming a standard in homes today• Wireless WiFi is the 2nd requested feature for new home buyers

19% of all home security systems work on wireless systems• The safety of your family is dependent on proven wireless technology

Wired A/V business has declined 50% in the last 36-months • Consumers and home builders are cutting expenses to the core

Consumers don’t consider multi-room audio wiring when building their home • Wireless audio provides an alternative to retrofit costly and painful installations

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Soundcast products sound great Affordable and simple to install Connects mp3, Playlists, or iPod

music as well as any Analog music source for ease of home listening enjoyment

It’s portable - they can move it and take it anywhere including when they relocate

It’s cool - everyone is fascinated with Soundcast's portable sound experience

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Retail• Tech Savvy Connected Consumers • Those who use their computers and want to dock

their iPod® / iPad ® - Access iTunes, Pandora, Internet Radio - outdoor or indoors.

Commercial• Gyms, Dance Studios, Restaurant Outdoor Eating

Area/Courts, Spas, and more • Add atmosphere to any business with Music. • Opens the door for new commercial business.

Technology Smart Home Integration Specialist

• Profit with less labor and Offer the latest technology

• Ideal for adding music & content docking capabilities in any area where permanent built-in speakers and AV zone control don’t make sense for your client.

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Wireless Business Opportunities Benefits to wireless audio sales today are clear

• It’s easy to sell, a tremendous area for growth and a hot cutting-edge technology solution in today’s retrofit market.

Capture new revenues today with wireless product solutions –

• Contact past clients and add-on the areas where they’re missing music & entertainment

Wireless opens-the-door for getting and retaining clients business that merely want to keep it simple and affordable

• Those you’d typically send away to a mass retail store

Greater profit dollars earned with less labor and cost

Wireless audio product solutions provide an easy bridge into the Commercial A/V marketplace

• For restaurants, offices, retail, education and more!

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Ease of Use is the NEW Demand

• Small Office• Restaurants & Clubs• Retail Stores• House of Worship• Educational Institutions• Hotels• Government Facilities• Theaters / Concert Venues• Convention Centers• Sports Stadiums / Auditoriums

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Wired business declined more than 50% in the past

36 months due to the decline in home building

50%

CEA Reported Forecast: The wireless handset category is expected to have a strong 2010, becoming the primary revenue driver for the industry.

Smartphones continue to lead the way, generating nearly $17 billion in shipment revenue and more than 52 million unit sales in 2010.

Wireless Devices Demand & Sales Soars

In 2010

WIRED WIRELESS

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“Smartphones and netbooks are primed for strong growth as consumers continue to seek efficient, portable devices…With more consumers seeking content anywhere, anytime, the demand for products facilitating these experiences will drive purchases going forward.”

- Steve Koenig, CEA's director of industry analysis

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the $165 billion U.S. consumer electronics industry.

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1. High-end Control Systems

2. Wireless Installations

3. Streaming Media / Digital Content Delivery

4. Entry-level Control Systems (affordable & portable)

5. Commercial A/V

6. Managed / Remote Services

7. Outdoor Installations

8. Commercial Networking / IT

9. Long-run Video

10. Line-voltage Electrical

11. Energy Management / “Dashboard” Initiatives

12. Digital Signage

13. Alternative Energy Creation Systems (Solar, wind, etc.)

14. Video Conferencing / Telepresence

15. Powerline Technologies

16. Large Display Video (videowalls, etc.)

17. Gaming

18. Home Healthcare Technology

19. Fiber Optics

20. Microphones

21. Providing Subcontract Labor Services

products fill 4 of the top 10 growth

segments in 2011

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iPod® Docking Transmitter

Indoor Music Listening

Outdoor Entertaining

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Soundcast is Wireless Audio Solutions Made Simple

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Outdoor speakers Indoor speaker Transmitters More to come

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Send Music From Your iPod® Wireless transmitter tailored to the needs of the Apple® iPod owner. Transmits signals up to 350 feet through walls, doors, floors and ceilings. Features:

• iCast is an Interference Free 2.4 GHz system – not affected by microwave ovens, cordless phones, wireless devices

• Charges your iPod®, iPhone®, and iPod touch® while broadcasting music wirelessly

• Compatible with all Soundcast receivers• Universal docking adapter• Allows connection to other audio devices using

the auxiliary input/output jack on the iCast transmitter

Also charges the latest iPods and iPhones!

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Convert Computers into Wireless Music ServersTransmit favorite songs from a computer or a 2nd zone output to any wireless Soundcast receiver.Easy set-up, no drivers or software requiredFeatures:

• Allows streaming audio directly from a PC or MAC computer to all Soundcast receivers, including iCast, SpeakerCast and OutCast models

• One USB connection in addition to L/R RCA input jacks

• Basic function control when using the USB connection for track forward, back, pause and play

• UAT supports all major media players in a seamless manner that requires no additional drivers or software

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Wireless Subwoofer KitBass Without BoundariesDo your customers want a subwoofer, but not the wires?SubCast is your answer!Features:

• Allows for subwoofer placement anywhere in the listening area without running ugly wires across the floor

• Increases your subwoofer sales instantly with its no wires selling features

• No programming, no assigning IP addresses, just plug Sub “out” into the SubCast transmitter and power it up, then plug the Receiver module into the Subwoofer inputs and power it up - It is that simple!

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The Ultimate Outdoor Wireless SpeakerA powerful broadcast range of up to 350-feet allows enjoyment of rich multi-directional premium sound in houses, yards, patios, boats, parks, beaches…Features:

• All-weather Omni directional Stereo outdoor speaker system

• Longest range currently available, 350-feet.• NEW! Multi-source, Multi-zone capabilities• Control Panel - play/pause, track forward/back for

remote iPod® control• 100-watt digital amplifier, an 8” downward-firing

subwoofer and four (4) stereo 3” high-frequency drivers for omnidirectional stereo.

• Wireless non-stop music for up to 10+ hours on the rechargeable battery pack

• Water resistant plastic enclosure case• Safety and Ambience Blue LED night illumination

Now Available as 1-Source / 2-Zones or 3-Sources / 4-

Zones

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The OutCast Jr. is the best Tailgate SpeakerA smaller version of the award winning OutCast, this is an interference free, rugged and highly portable, weatherproof wireless audio system.Features:

• All-weather Omni directional Stereo outdoor speaker system

• Selection control buttons for play/pause, track forward/back for remote iPod® control

• NEW! Multi-source, Multi-zone capabilities• 50-watt digital amplifiers• 6” downward-firing subwoofer and four (4) 3” high-

frequency drivers• Operates for up to 8+ hours on the rechargeable

battery pack for non-stop entertaining • Water resistant plastic enclosure case• Wireless range of up to 350-feet• Includes AC adapter and 12-volt automotive adapter,

Now with onboard charging (NEW)

Now Available as 1-Source / 2-Zones or 3-Sources / 4-

Zones

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Large Sound in a Small Tabletop Speaker Unforgettable and uninterrupted “Interference Free” premier sound from an easily maneuverable tabletop wireless indoor speaker. Features:

• Sleek design Stereo Speaker NOW with bass augmentation

• Features pause/play and track forward/back buttons on the top for easy touch control - plus, a handy remote control

• NEW! Multi-source, Multi-zone capabilities• 50-watt digital amplifier and a small, amplified

stereo speaker enclosure with two (2) full-range drivers plus a bass driver

• Wireless range of up to 150-feet - through walls, doors, floors and ceilings

• Easily moved, it can be placed virtually anywhere in the room

Now Available as 1-Source / 2-Zones or 3-Sources / 4-

Zones

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Easy and affordable hook-up for simple home theater

system installations

No Wires Surround Sound Designed to provide rear surround sound without the need for any room wires. Great for bedrooms, dorms, apartments and people on the move.Features:

• SurroundCast provides a wireless link for surround rear speakers

• Compact design• High-quality performance audio• Co-exists with other 2.4GHz devices• Compatible with ANY surround system

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OutCast 3.4

or OutCast

OutCast Jr. 3.4

or OutCast Jr.

SpeakerCast 3.4

OutCast, OutCast Jr and SpeakerCast are now available in multi-zone configuration

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cnet: “The Soundcast OutCast speaker system is extremely innovative, featuring a weatherproof and completely wireless design that's a snap to set up; the included base station offers an iPod dock as well as multiple other audio-connection options; the transmitter works on 2.4GHz frequency and can send a signal several hundred feet away; the speaker unit has a rechargeable, user-replaceable battery; wired and wireless audio quality is impressive.”

Overall Rating: Excellent, 8.0 out of 10Performance Rating: Excellent, 9.0 out of 10

Sound and Vision

Minuses: NONE. I find it so refreshing to get a product that works exactly as promised.“The OutCast system totally delivers on its promise of plug-and-play wireless music, making it a great solution for adding tunes to remote listening areas.”Pluses- Incredibly simple setup- Great wireless range - Mega-long-lasting battery life

Macworld

RATING: 4 out of 5 starsPROS:Clear sound with no interference; impressive range; supports multiple receivers.

E-gear: “The OutCast, being weather-proof, also didn’t suffer from the violent downpour.

What makes the outcast especially cool is that it’s rugged and weather-resistant for outdoor use plus it’s got a built-in rechargeable battery so you’re not restricted to sticking it someplace where there’s and AC outlet.”

CEPro: “The OutCast Outdoor Speaker sounds great, is reliable and has that feel of long-term durability. All the client has to do is charge it up, turn it on and rock out — it can't get any simpler.”