Released on = August 11, 2006, 2:13 pm

Press Release Author = Jeffrey A. Smith/FutureWorks Inc.

Industry = Retail

Press Release Summary = Adesso delivers reliable performance at an affordable price
for bar code reading applications in retail, office automation, light industrial,
post offices, libraries, and healthcare

Press Release Body =
WALNUT, CALIF., Aug. 11, 2006 - Adesso Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor
of innovative and stylish keyboards, tablets, mice, touchpad's, and other input
peripherals, today introduced its new line-up of sleek, high performance, and
affordable NuScan CCD and laser barcode scanners. The new line is available today
through Ingram Micro, Tech-Data & Synnex, direct vendors including AMAZON, Buy.com,
PC Mall, CDW, mWave, TigerDirect and Insight; and retail stores such as Fry's and
Micro Center; and through leading catalogs including CDW, PC Mall and PC Connection.

New technologies with worldwide patents allow the NuScan series to set itself apart
from other scanners. These technologies include no internal vibrating mirror moving
parts for better shock absorption and durability, a new laser technology that makes
the NuScan less harmful to the eyes, and energy-saving lower power consumption.

The NuScan series are manufactured for durability. They feature an exclusive
ergonomic design for comfort, light weight and ease of use. For fast connections,
NuScan barcode scanners simply plug between the PC to the PS/2 or USB port. Reading
as many as 100 scans per second, NuScan barcode scanners seamlessly reads barcodes
and sends the data to all popular active applications as if it were instantly typed
directly into each designated field.

"Adesso NuScan barcode scanners combine high performance, accuracy, and value to
offer best-in-class solutions for retail, point of sale, Office, Light Industrial,
Warehouse, Libraries, Medical, Legal office, Government, marketing and any
repetitive application where time and precision are critical factors in helping
businesses streamline their workflow," said Maurice A. Gomez, Product Manager of
Adesso.


NuScan 3000 Laser Barcode Scanner
The NuScan 3000 features a rugged and ergonomic design, sleek lines, and an
easy-to-hold grip for comfortable use. It uses a two-color; Blue & Red LED
indicator and offers a programmable beeper. It weighs only 155g to reduce user
fatigue and can also scan directly from an optional stand. With a 650nm laser diode
light source and 100 scans per second scan speed, users will always enjoy quick and
accurate reads. MSRP starts from $239.00

The NuScan 3000 allows automatic recognition and decoding of the most popular
barcodes symbologies including UPC Version A & E, EAN-8, EAN-13, JAN-8, JAN-13, Code
39, Codabar, Interleave 2 of 5(ITF 2/5), Code 128, Code 11, Code 93, MSI/Plessey,
Pharmancy, Code 32(Italian Pharmancy), and Industrial 2 of 5.

Specifications:

Light Source 650nm Laser Diode
Depth of scan field Up to 23.6 inches.
Width of scan field Up to 11.8 Inches
Scan Speed 100 scans per second
Best Resolution 0.1mm (4mils) -Code 39
Print Contrast 45% or more
Indicators (LED) Two-Color Blue & Red LED & Beeper
HxDxW 6.89 x 4.12 x 2.94 (inches)
Weight 155g (.34 lbs)
Shock Designed to withstand 1.5 m drops



NuScan 2000 Long-Range Handheld CCD Barcode Scanner
The NuScan 2000 features an ergonomic and modern design with a comfortable grip. It
also offers an LED scan indicator and programmable beeper. Its innovative dual
2,048 pixel CCD scans up to 100 scans per second with a 5.3 inch scan field for
quick, accurate reads. MSRP starts at $169.00.


The NuScan 2000 allows automatic recognition and decoding of the most popular
barcodes symbologies including Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5,
UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN/JAN-8, EAN/JAN-13 and Codabar.

Specifications:

Light Source 630nm visible LED
Depth of scan field Up to 15.75 inches
Width of Scan Field Up to 5.3 inches
Scan Speed 100 scans per second
Optical System 2,048 pixel CCD
Minimum Bar Width 5 mil @ PCS 90%
Print Contrast 30% @ UPC/EAN 100%
Indicators (LED) Two-color LED (green & red)
Beeper Operation Programmable tone and beep time
System Interfaces PS/2, USB 1.1 or Serial Port
HxDxW 6.0 x 4.5 x 3.0 (Inches)
Weight 180g (0.4 lbs)

NuScan 1000 Hand Held Contact CCD Barcode Scanner
The NuScan 1000 features a Read Status LED Indicator, a programmable beeper, and a
2048 pixel CCD with a newly designed scan engine and wide scan window, which enables
superior first read rate success. Its durable construction ensures long service
life in almost any environment. The built in decoder allows automatic recognition
and decoding of the most popular barcodes. MSRP starts from $129.00.
Specifications:

Light Source 660nm visible LED
Depth of Scan Field 0 - 0.79 inches
Width of Scan Field 3.1 inches)
Scan Speed 100 scans per second
Optical System 2048 pixel CCD
Minimum Bar Width 5 mil @ PCS 90%
Print Contrast 30% @ UPC/EAN 100%
Indicators (LED) Red LED
Beeper Operation Programmable tone and beep time
HxDxW 6.85 x 2.26 x 3.5 (Inches)
Weight 170g (0.37 lbs)
Shock Designed to withstand 1m drops

About Adesso
Adesso was founded in 1992. The company manufactures and markets innovative,
ergonomic, industrial, programmable, wireless, and foldable keyboards as well as
touchpads, mice, numeric keypads and high performance Graphic Tablets. Adesso most
successful product lines include its Tru-Form ergonomic keyboards and Glidepoint
touchpads.

The company is located at 160 Commerce Way, Walnut, CA 91789. The company can be
reached at (909) 839-2929 or via the web at www.adesso.com .


Jeffrey A. Smith
Associate
FutureWorks Inc.
\"PR That Creates Presence\"
Silicon Valley - Orange County
408-428-0895 ext.103
jeff@future-works.com
www.future-works.com





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Contact Details = Jeffrey A. Smith
Associate
FutureWorks Inc.
\"PR That Creates Presence\"
Silicon Valley - Orange County
408-428-0895 ext.103
jeff@future-works.com
www.future-works.com