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Sony Unveils Wireless Multi-Room Audio System for iPod Players
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony today took the wraps off its new
wireless, multi-room audio system for listening to iPod(R) players.
The new S-AIRPLAY(TM) system features Sony's S-Air(TM) technology, which
provides a practical, wireless multi-room solution without complicated setup
requirements. Wireless audio can be transmitted from the system's main
docking station in one room to various rooms throughout the home -- up to
nearly 164 feet -- simply by plugging a separate S-Air wireless speaker into a
power outlet.
"This technology makes it easy to listen to music from a compatible iPod
without carrying it from room to room," said Andrew Sivori, director of
marketing in the personal audio group at Sony Electronics' Digital Imaging and
Audio Division. "It's an easy, inexpensive way to get multi-room audio
without professional installation."
S-Air technology delivers audio wirelessly to the included speakers
without interfering with other household devices. The system comes with one
docking station and two S-Air wireless speakers, but it can transmit to up to
10 speakers simultaneously (additional speakers sold separately).
Equipped with an AM/FM tuner, the S-AIRPLAY system's dual source feature
lets users listen to music from the iPod player or from a radio station.
Listeners in one room can hear their favorite radio station, while listeners
in another room can enjoy music from the iPod at the same time.
The S-Air wireless speakers include remote control capability for the iPod
player's music tracks so you can advance or go back to previously played songs.
The speakers also incorporate sleep timers and an alarm clock function, making
them perfect for bedside placement.
To connect to an existing home theater system or television set, the
docking station includes composite A/V outputs. It also charges the iPod
while it is docked.
Pricing and Availability
Pre-orders for the S-AIRPLAY audio system are now being accepted online at
http://www.sonystyle.com. The system (model AIR-SA20PK) will be available in
September for about $400 at Sony Style(R) retail stores and select retailers
nationwide. Additional S-Air wireless speakers will also be available next
month for about $130 direct from Sony.
SOURCE Sony Electronics Inc.
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