Zoran's Vaddis IV in Sharp's Hi-Fi VCR/DVD Player Combo

Nov. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoran Corporation (Nasdaq: ZRAN) today announced that the Vaddis IV DVD video processor IC enables the high fidelity audio and high-resolution video playback capability in Sharp's DV-NC55 model Hi-Fi VCR and dual DVD/CD combo player. Quite popular in Japan, Sharp's 430 mm wide compact-size player not only enables users to playback videocassettes and DVD discs, they can also record TV programs while simultaneously playing back a DVD disc. The Vaddis IV's audio processor supports DTS and Dolby digital bit stream outputs greatly enhancing the listening experience for users playing audio CDs or rewritable CDs on the three-function disc player.

"The Vaddis IV delivers Dolby-quality sound for an exceptional listening experience in Sharp's new Hi-Fi VCR/DVD player," said Michael L. Wood, vice president and general manager Home Entertainment Division at Zoran Corporation.

About the Vaddis IV DVD Processor
The Vaddis IV DVD processor is Zoran's fourth generation DVD processor IC targeted at full-featured, cost-effective DVD player designs. This digital video and audio processor incorporates an NTSC/PAL video encoder and 10-bit video Digital-to-Analog Converters (DAC's), eliminating the need for an external chip. The Vaddis IV supports a vast array of features including ZoranZoom, leading audio algorithms including 3D virtual surround, and Dolby Digital decoding.

About Zoran Corporation
Zoran Corporation, based in Santa Clara, California, is a leading provider of digital solutions-on-a-chip for applications in the growing multimedia and consumer electronics markets. With almost two decades of expertise developing and delivering digital compression technologies, Zoran has pioneered high-performance processing into various audio, video, and imaging technologies. Zoran's proficiency in integration delivers major benefits for OEM customers, including greater capabilities within each product generation, reduced system costs, and shorter time to market. Zoran is a leading supplier in the rapidly expanding DVD and digital camera markets and in related digital audio and video applications. With headquarters in the U.S. and operations in Canada, China, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, Zoran may be contacted on the World Wide Web at www.zoran.com or at 408-919-4111.

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