Equilibrium Ships DeBabelizer Pro 6/Server for Mac OS X to Enable Creative Professionals to Automate Media Processing and Delivery on the Desktop and Server
New automated features include Automator Action Pack creation, drag 'n droplets for unlimited batch processing tasks, support for Photoshop layered files, and the ability to create end-to-end media processing workflows with high-speed results delivered to any off-line or FTP location.
SEYBOLD CHICAGO, PRINT '05, CONVERTING '05, IL.—SEPTEMBER 10, 2005—Equilibrium, the leader in automated media processing and delivery solutions, today shipped DeBabelizer® Pro 6 for Mac® OS X and server-ready for the new Equilibrium DeBabelizer Server for Apple® Xserve and Microsoft® Windows Server 2003. Equilibrium's desktop and server-side imaging software leverages the Mac OS X version 10.4 "Tiger" next-generation operating environment to increase business productivity, accelerate time-to-market and reduce costs associated with digital media processing and multi-channel delivery.
"We have pioneered real-time media processing with our patented MediaRich Server platform and are now pleased to announce the next generation of our Macintosh product line," said Sean Barger, Founder and CEO of Equilibrium. "For the first time, existing DeBabelizer users are able to send their workflows to our new Server product enabling instant off-loading of tasks for high speed delivery to anywhere."
As stand-alone automated media processing software, Equilibrium DeBabelizer Pro 6 for Mac OS X enables desktop designers to automatically edit, optimize and convert an unlimited number of images, animations and digital video files for optimal delivery on the Web, mobile devices, DVDs, video games, interactive applications and print.
For large workgroup environments and creative agencies, DeBabelizer Pro 6 is server-ready for the new Equilibrium DeBabelizer Server for Apple Xserve and Microsoft Windows Server 2003, which when activated, enables multiple users of the DeBabelizer Pro 6 Client to automatically process numerous projects on the server and deliver the resulting media transformations to any off-line location or FTP site, as well as deliver back to the Client system when finished or Zip and send to anyone via e-mail. DeBabelizer Pro 6 Server includes Web client administration and progress reporting that enable enterprise users to create server-side media processing workflows.
"We're delighted with how the power and core graphics capabilities of Mac OS X have been harnessed to address the needs of the creative community," said Ron Okamoto, Apple's vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations. "Equilibrium's new products provide excellent image manipulation and management solutions that benefit creative professionals from the desktop to the enterprise."
Features in Equilibrium DeBabelizer Pro/Server 6 for Mac OS X include:
· DeBabelizer Pro 6 for Mac OS X is workflow-enabled for dynamic DeBabelizer Server on Xserve and Windows Server 2003.
· DeBabelizer Pro 6 enhances the automated functionality of Tiger's new Automator feature with DeBabelizer Automator Action Pack™ creation.
· Easily create reusable drag and Droplets for client and server Workflows
· Render beautiful anti-aliased text overlays
· DeBabelizer Pro 6 for Mac OS X fully supports Adobe® Photoshop® CS layers.
· Automates hundreds of repetitive editing, optimization and file translation tasks with a drag and drop.
· Monitored Hot folder feature, powerful conditional Workflow functionality, and batch automation features expedite processing.
· Unrivaled control over color depth and palette optimization with SuperPalette™ and dithering options.
· Equilibrium DeBabelizer Pro 6 includes a free 30-day trial to the new DeBabelizer Server.
Features in the new Equilibrium DeBabelizer Server include:
· Server-enabled for instant off-loading of tasks for high-speed delivery
· Packaging of original assets for processing on the server
· Delivery of derivative assets to any off-line location via e-mail or FTP
· Hot Folder "group" capability allowing drop, process and delivery from any mounted folder to server
· Administrative interface and remote batch processing management
· Auto Zip and send of resulting files to colleagues, customers and partners
· Status and completion notification via SMS or e-mail
Pricing and Availability
Equilibrium DeBabelizer Pro/Server 6 for Mac OS X is now available. In North America, DeBabelizer Pro 6 will ship at an estimated street price of $399.95 (USD) for the stand-alone version through software distribution channels and resellers. Upgrades from any earlier versions of DeBabelizer are available for a limited time for only $199.95 (USD). The retail price for Equilibrium DeBabelizer Server is $3,999.95 (USD). To order direct, please call 866.EQUILIB or +1.415.332.4343 ext. 4.
About Equilibrium
Founded in 1989, Equilibrium develops and markets automated media processing and delivery solutions for the desktop, workgroup and enterprise. Equilibrium's award-winning DeBabelizer Pro/Server and MediaRich Server enable content designers and information workers to streamline digital production workflow and reduce costs through automation. For more information, online ordering, video demonstration and trial downloads, please call +1.415.332.4343 or visit Equilibrium's Web site at www.equilibrium.com.
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©2004-2006 Automated Media Processing Solutions, Inc. d/b/a Equilibrium. All rights reserved. U.S. Patent Numbers 6,792,575 and 6,964,009 for automated media processing and dynamic on-demand delivery. Equilibrium, MediaRich and DeBabelizer are trademarks of Equilibrium. Equilibrium is the exclusive worldwide provider of MediaRich, MediaRich Merchandizer and MediaRich for SharePoint. All other company, product or service names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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