Data I/O's New PS288, Medium-volume/High-mix Automated Programming Solution

Data I/O's New PS288, Medium-volume/High-mix Automated Programming Solution

September 28, 2006

PS288 combines Data I/O's patented FlashCORE programming technology with Windows XP, new Vision System and optional Tape-out for best in class package changeover and Job setup times

    REDMOND, Wash., Sept. 28 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Data
I/O(R) Corporation, (Nasdaq: DAIO), the leading provider of
advanced programming solutions, has integrated its highly
acclaimed FlashCORE(TM) programming technology, Windows XP
software, new Vision System and Tape-out option into the
new PS288 automated programming system. The PS288 is
designed to program Microcontrollers and high-density
Memory devices at near theoretical minimum times, creating
a machine that produces the industry's lowest cost per
programmed part. This is accomplished by a combination of
exceptional programming speed, reliable handler platform,
system scalability, and software-based process control. For
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    The PS288 is an automated programming system that
accommodates four FlashCORE(TM) programmers (16 programming
sites) supporting high volume programming of NAND and NOR
flash memory devices and programmable Microcontrollers. The
broad device support makes the PS288 ideal for OEM
manufacturers of wireless and consumer products, automotive
electronics systems, and industrial controls products.

    "The PS288 answers the real business needs of our
customers, offering them the highest programming
flexibility and the lowest possible programming cost,"
said Dave Rohona, Data I/O Product Manager for Automated
Systems. "Because the PS288 is modular and is now
available with specialized equipment for fast changeover
and setup times, it will enable customers to operate at
optimum uptime and production efficiencies. For example,
the new tape-out option offers an innovative setup and
changeover design, allowing the PS288 operator to change
over carrier and cover tapes in just minutes. In addition
the new universal heat sealer eliminates the need for
inventory management of package specific heat
sealers," Rohona added.

    The PS288 Provides Cost Efficiencies

    Costs are driven even lower by using the efficiencies
of network control for firmware distribution and revision.
For example, Programming Center managers will be able to
streamline first article qualification and distribution of
jobs globally, lowering their variable costs. OEM managers
will gain control of their intellectual property as it
moves from design to production, and prevent disruptions
associated with outdated firmware.

    Across the shop floor or across other geographies,
today's electronics manufacturers require the ability to
continually monitor their automated processes to maximize
system efficiencies. The PS288 supports Data I/O's new
Remote Monitoring software which plays an important role in
the quality management process. When programming tasks are
initiated on the PS288, the system memory is sampled
periodically and generates a statistics folder, viewable on
your remote PC. Managers can track system utilization and
programming yields in near real time.

    The Benefits of PS288 Automated Programming

    PS288 brings the benefits of network control and
advanced programming architecture to automated Memory and
Microcontroller programming environments, assuring that
programming is current, secure, traceable and failsafe. For
example, integrated with Data I/O's FlashPAK programmers,
the PS288 becomes part of an end-to-end, networked
programming solution that ensures the same current
programming algorithm and adapter is used at each step of
product development and production.

    The PS288 offers the combination of up to 1350/pph, 16
FlashCORE(TM) programming sites, options for tube, tray and
tape I/O, memory and Microcontroller support, and laser and
label marking. Along with TaskLink process control
software, vision alignment, fast changeover times, remote
monitoring software, high performance socket adapters,
lowest cost per part and world class service and support,
the PS288 is in a class of its own.

    About Data I/O

    With more than 34 years of innovative leadership in
device programming solutions, Data I/O Corporation provides
manual and automated device programming systems that
specifically address the requirements of engineering and
manufacturing operations. FlashCORE(TM) is the architecture
behind a family of Flash programmers that deliver the
highest throughput and the lowest cost per programmed
device. The MultiSyte and UniSite families provide
universal support and versatility to address a wide variety
of programming needs. The company's newest products are the
ImageWriter line of In-System Programming products, and the
new FLX500 automated desktop device programming system. Data
I/O provides solutions beyond products, including a unique
Applications Services offering and global service and
support capability. Data I/O Corporation is headquartered
in Redmond, Washington. More information is available at
http://www.dataio.com or call 800-426-1045.

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matters discussed in this news release include
forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and
uncertainties that may cause actual results to vary
significantly. These risks include market and competitive
factors, and other risks described in the Company's most
recent annual report and/or in any of its other filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company
assumes no obligation to update the information in this
release. Reference to the Company's website above does not
constitute incorporation of any of the information thereon
into this press release.

    For more information, please contact:

     Dave Rohona
     Data I/O Corporation
     Tel:   [phone]
     Email: [e-mail]

     Dennis McFarland
     Goldstein Group Communications
     Tel:   [phone]
     Email: [e-mail]

SOURCE  Data I/O Corporation