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in automated media processing and delivery solutions, today shipped<br />
DeBabelizer Pro 6 for Mac OS X and server-ready for the new Equilibrium<br />
DeBabelizer Server for Apple Xserve and Microsoft Windows Server 2003.<br />
Equilibrium's desktop and server-side imaging software leverages the Mac OS<br />
X version 10.4 "Tiger" next-generation operating environment to increase<br />
business productivity, accelerate time-to-market and reduce costs<br />
associated with digital media processing and multi-channel delivery.</p>
<p>"We have pioneered real-time media processing with our patented MediaRich<br />
Server platform and are now pleased to announce the next generation of our<br />
Macintosh product line," said Sean Barger, Founder and CEO of Equilibrium.<br />
"For the first time, existing DeBabelizer users are able to send their<br />
workflows to our new Server product enabling instant off-loading of tasks<br />
for high speed delivery to anywhere."</p>
<p>As stand-alone automated media processing software, Equilibrium DeBabelizer<br />
Pro 6 for Mac OS X enables desktop designers to automatically edit,<br />
optimize and convert an unlimited number of images, animations and digital<br />
video files for optimal delivery on the Web, mobile devices, DVDs, video<br />
games, interactive applications and print.</p>
<p>For large workgroup environments and creative agencies, DeBabelizer Pro 6<br />
is server-ready for the new Equilibrium DeBabelizer Server for Apple Xserve<br />
and Microsoft Windows Server 2003, which when activated, enables multiple<br />
users of the DeBabelizer Pro 6 Client to automatically process numerous<br />
projects on the server and deliver the resulting media transformations to<br />
any off-line location or FTP site, as well as deliver back to the Client<br />
system when finished or Zip and send to anyone via e-mail. DeBabelizer Pro<br />
6 Server includes Web client administration and progress reporting that<br />
enable enterprise users to create server-side media processing workflows.</p>
<p>"We're delighted with how the power and core graphics capabilities of Mac<br />
OS X have been harnessed to address the needs of the creative community,"<br />
said Ron Okamoto, Apple's vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations.<br />
"Equilibrium's new products provide excellent image manipulation and<br />
management solutions that benefit creative professionals from the desktop<br />
to the enterprise."</p>
<p>New features in Equilibrium DeBabelizer Pro 6 Client for Mac OS X include:</p>
<p>* DeBabelizer Pro 6 for Mac OS X is workflow-enabled for dynamic<br />
DeBabelizer Server on Xserve and Windows Server 2003. (Ships with free<br />
30-day trial to DeBabelizer Server)</p>
<p>* DeBabelizer Pro 6 enhances the automated functionality of Tiger's new<br />
Automator feature with DeBabelizer Automator Action Pack creation. (Ships<br />
with 50 free DeBabelizer Automator Actions)</p>
<p>* Easily create reusable drag and Droplets for client and server Workflows</p>
<p>* Render beautiful anti-aliased text overlays</p>
<p>* DeBabelizer Pro 6 for Mac OS X fully supports Adobe Photoshop CS layers.</p>
<p>* Automates hundreds of repetitive editing, optimization and file<br />
translation tasks with a drag and drop.</p>
<p>* Monitored Hot folder feature, powerful conditional Workflow<br />
functionality, and batch automation features expedite processing.</p>
<p>* Unrivaled control over color depth and palette optimization with<br />
SuperPalette and dithering options.</p>
<p>Features in the new Equilibrium DeBabelizer Server include:</p>
<p>* Server-enabled for instant off-loading of tasks for high-speed delivery</p>
<p>* Packaging of original assets for processing on the server</p>
<p>* Delivery of derivative assets to any off-line location via e-mail or FTP</p>
<p>* Hot Folder "group" capability allowing drop, process and delivery from<br />
any mounted folder to server</p>
<p>* Administrative interface and remote batch processing management</p>
<p>* Auto Zip and send of resulting files to colleagues, customers and partners</p>
<p>* Status and completion notification via SMS or e-mail</p>
<p>Pricing and Availability</p>
<p>Equilibrium DeBabelizer Pro 6 Client/Server for Mac OS X is now available.<br />
In North America, DeBabelizer Pro 6 will ship at an estimated street price<br />
of $399.95 (USD) for the stand-alone version through software distribution<br />
channels and resellers. Upgrades from any earlier versions of DeBabelizer<br />
are available for a limited time for only $199.95 (USD). The retail price<br />
for Equilibrium DeBabelizer Server for Mac OS X/Xserve and Windows Server<br />
2000/2003 is $3,999.95 (USD). To order direct, please call 866.EQUILIB or<br />
+1.415.332.4343 ext. 4 or order online at <a href="http://www.equilibrium.com" title="www.equilibrium.com">www.equilibrium.com</a>.</p>
<p>About Equilibrium</p>
<p>Founded in 1989, Equilibrium develops and markets automated media<br />
processing and delivery solutions for the desktop, workgroup and<br />
enterprise. Equilibrium's patented DeBabelizer Pro 6 Client/Server and the<br />
dynamic MediaRich Server enable content designers and information workers<br />
to streamline digital production workflow and reduce costs through<br />
automation. For more information, online ordering, video demonstration and<br />
trial downloads, please call +1.415.332.4343 or visit Equilibrium's Web<br />
site at (<a href="http://www.equilibrium.com" title="http://www.equilibrium.com">http://www.equilibrium.com</a>)www.equilibrium.com.</p>
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