Taipei, Taiwan----October 26, 2001----CyberLink Corp., a leading developer of digital video and multimedia streaming software is pleased to announce that an exciting new version of PowerDVD will bring 6.1-channel surround sound audio and is the first software DVD player to provide multi-channel audio decoding for 6.1 home theater speakers systems. Additionally, PowerDVD Pro 6.1 supports the Game Theater XP sound card from Hercules and is based on the award-winning PowerDVD 3.0 software DVD/universal player from CyberLink.

PowerDVD Pro 6.1 is designed to provide audio aficionados and DVD fans with the most vibrant, immersive sound experience when playing back DVD titles featuring Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 audio tracks. The difference between the newer 6.1-channel "Extended Surround" formats and their 5.1-channel surround sound counterparts is the addition of a surround back channel, whose corresponding speaker is placed behind the audience. This allows certain soundtrack effects to be presented behind the audience, thereby achieving complete 360° surround sound. Other available software DVD players only support up to a 5.1 speaker system where the surround speakers are placed on either sides of the audience. PowerDVD Pro 6.1 is able to add additional speakers for the center surround back channels, to deliver 6.1-channel digital surround sound audio playback.

According to Alice H. Chang, CEO of CyberLink, "We've worked hard to bring the best navigation features and high-quality playback in DVD playback software. With PowerDVD Pro 6.1, we've reached a new milestone as we come closer to delivering the perfect DVD experience on the PC."

PowerDVD Pro 6.1 is capable of playing not only DVDs (including Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 DVD titles), but also MP3s, Video/Audio CDs and MPEG 1 & 2 video files. PowerDVD Pro 6.1 also features Dolby Headphone Technology, delivering true-to-life virtual surround sound playback with any pair of standard stereo headphones. A complete software playback solution for full enjoyment of recent Dolby Digital Surround EX 6.1 DVDs, as well as Dolby Digital 5.1 DVDs, PowerDVD Pro 6.1 provides the ultimate audio playback experience on the PC.

"PowerDVD has set the standard for DVD playback software with its robust hardware compatibility, support of various formats, great features and low CPU-consumption," says Michel Gad, Sound Project Manager of Hercules Technologies. "GameTheatre XP customers can now experience the best video playback along with an entirely new audio experience with PowerDVD Pro 6.1."

About PowerDVD
PowerDVD is the world's leading high quality audio and video DVD software player, with advanced navigation and the most complete hardware support. CyberLink's PowerDVD can deliver high quality DVD playback at full frame rate with extremely low CPU consumption (only 350MHz CPU or above required). New features added to its already long list include Dolby Headphone Technology, bringing a Virtual Surround experience to any standard pair of stereo headphones and Digital Zoom, allowing users to view special effects, hidden features and fine details at either 4 or 9 times the normal screen ratio. PowerDVD has been an excellent solution for OEM manufacturers due to its low CPU consumption and high level of hardware compatibility.

About CyberLink Corp.
Founded in 1995, CyberLink Corp. is a world leader and pioneer in bringing advanced digital video and audio software products to market. The products are categorized into two major lines: Digital Video Entertainment and E-Training Solutions. Digital Video Entertainment products focus on providing video/audio playback and recording capabilities on the personal computer. These award-winning software applications are ideal solutions for turning today's mainstream computers into powerful home theaters and digital video centers. The company's E-Training Solutions offer breakthrough technologies to stream and manage high-quality, media-rich contents over corporate intranets or the Internet. As a result of the company's solid growth and profitability, CyberLink became a public company in October of 2000 and is listed on the Taiwan Over The Counter Exchange (OTC: 5203). To keep up with market demands, CyberLink has operations in North America, Europe and the Asia Pacific region including Japan. CyberLink's worldwide headquarters are in Taipei and its Web site is located at www.goCyberlink.com.

About Hercules
Founded in the United States in 1982, Hercules developed the industry's first high-resolution graphics boards for PCs. Having set the monochrome graphics standard, Hercules then proceeded to pioneer advances in color graphics solutions. Over the years, Hercules has constantly sought to evolve, providing innovative lines of graphics, video, and - more recently - audio products, geared principally towards the international gaming community. Hercules has been a division of the Guillemot Corporation group since 1999. Guillemot Corporation designs and manufactures a complete range of PC hardware products and PC and gaming console accessories. With an active presence in 17 countries, the group currently distributes its products in a total of 45 countries. Guillemot Corporation is listed on the Paris Stock exchange, Sicovam code 6672.
For further information on Hercules, please visit www.Hercules.com

CyberLink programs are available for press evaluation. Please contact Ty Ung or Manal Ma at press@gocyberlink.com or by phone at: +886-2-8667-1298, ext. 301 or 303 for more details.

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