PANASONIC RENEWS MAJOR COMMITMENT TO MONITOR BRAND WITH TWO NEW MODELS

Entry-level 14-inch and mid-range 17-inch models first in series this year

NEW YORK, June 28, 1994--Panasonic Communications & Systems Co., a unit of
Matsushita Electric Corp. of America, announced today the first in a
series of new PC monitors that mark a major renewed commitment by
Panasonic to branded monitor products, according to Tim Curran,
vice-president for Panasonic's Computer Products Group.

The new Panasonic monitors -- the PanaSync C-1791E and C-1491 -- are
significantly easier-to-use than previous models. The C-1791E features
full-front digital controls that provide on-screen display of user
functions. Numeric and graphic indications simplify fine adjustment and
data confirmation, and functional control by a microprocessor assures
consistent accuracy of settings. Both units are designed with new
functions for more efficient energy consumption, select materials and
fewer parts to ease environmental impact, and new technologies that
provide enhanced image sharpness, visual clarity and ease-of-use.

"Panasonic's innovative computer design and our visual heritage in consumer
electronics converge on the PC desktop to benefit multimedia computer
users seeking greater clarity and color fidelity in their presentations
with a new ease-of-use factor," said Mr. Curran. 

Ease-of-Use, Energy Efficiency, Reliability

The 17-inch C-1791E, with its on-screen display controls, is ideal for
office or home users who are seeking to trade up to bigger and better
display performance. With 17 pre-set factory auto-sizing settings that
cover all standard graphic standards, the unit performs brilliantly right
out of the box. Customizing settings is easily accomplished through the
on-screen display.

The C-1791E is easy on the eyes, too. The unit features a maximum
resolution of 1,280 x 1,024 and an operating range of 10-64KHz horizontal
to 50-60Hz vertical. The product's electrostatic field coating provides
for an electrostatic-free screen that meets Swedish MPRII compliance. This
Panasonic AGRASCOAT coating yields significant anti-glare, anti-reflection
and anti-static benefits.

The C-1491 is a 14-inch analog model also ideal for the office or home
market, featuring four factory pre-set auto-sizing modes and a multi-scan
color display that automatically switches the display mode to match one of
the graphic standards. The C-1491 offers 1,024 x 768 maximum resolution
with an operating range of 30-49KHz horizontal to 50-9OHz vertical. Also
featuring AGRASCOAT, the C-1491 provides clear, crisp images at an
affordable price.

The new monitors feature power management circuitry that conforms to the
VESA standard for efficient energy consumption, and qualifying for Energy
Star certification through its power-down function that runs on lower
wattage. No CFCs, harmful to the environment, are used during manufacture.
Parts that are recyclable are clearly marked indicating the nature of the
materials.

For improved reliability, the new PanaSync Pro line incorporates some 40
percent fewer components than previous models. Eyelets are also used at
critical solder points to improve reliability and boost strength. Other
carefully selected parts include electrolytic capacitors with improved
heat resistance. These additions help expand service life to 44,000 hours,
or about five years of continuous use.

Pricing and Availability

The C1791E lists at a suggested retail price of $999 and the C1491 at $369.
They are available July 1 through authorized Panasonic resellers
nationwide.

In the United States, Panasonic Communication & Systems Company markets an
extensive line of office automation equipment that also includes: optical
disk and storage products; dot matrix, compact page and laser personal
printers; computer scanners; PC multimedia speakers; color thermal
printers; optical filing products; electronic filing systems; office
copiers; electronic whiteboards; electronic typewriters; facsimile
machines; digital pagers; personal communications systems; point-of-sale
systems; business telephone systems; and notebook computers through
Panasonic Personal Computer Co.

Panasonic Communications & Systems Company
Two Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
1-800-742-8086 or 201-348-7000

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