RTI U2 Waterproof Controller Named CES Innovations 2008 Design and Engineering Award Honoree

Unique and Revolutionary New Waterproof Controller Selected as Honoree in Home Theater Accessories Category for 2008 CES Innovations Awards

SHAKOPEE, MN -November 13, 2007 – Remote Technologies Inc, the leading control systems manufacturer in the custom electronics industry, received top honors today in the “Home Theater Accessories” category at the 2008 CES Innovations Awards. As a result, the RTI U2 Waterproof Controller was selected as an Innovations 2008 Design and Engineering Award honoree, adding yet another award to the roster of accolades.

“The U2 Waterproof Controller is a revolutionary new remote control. It is long overdue to have a customizable control device, designed for wet or harsh environments, available in our market. The U2 is the ultimate solution to access entertainment by the pool, hot tub, on a yacht or in the shower” said Pete Baker, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for RTI. “RTI is honored to be recognized in the 2008 CES Innovations Awards for Design and Engineering. This accolade cements our unwavering commitment and passion in creating completely customizable control solutions for Professional Integrators and their clients.”

Sleek and durable, the U2 is ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in hands of all sizes and allow comfortable, easy, one-handed access to all controls. Elegantly finished in matte silver and light blue, the U2 is designed for reliable wireless control of audio/video as well as other electronic systems in environments which are too harsh for conventional remote controls. It is completely sealed, making it both waterproof and floatable.

With the U2 Waterproof Controller, consumers can take control of the most sophisticated media room or environmental systems from the pool to the playroom, backyard, or boat. By featuring an easy-to-read, high-contrast, customizable, LCD which can display custom graphics or text, users can even view the display in bright sunlight. This provides a simple and flexible interface for operating any electronics system. In addition to the backlit display, there are 33 tactile membrane buttons to allow easy access to frequently used functions. When coupled with RTI accessory devices, the U2 is capable of power sensing for reliable operation and RS-232 communications for advance control. Sleek and durable, the U2 expands control for the home owner wherever their lifestyle requires.

Talking Points:

• RTI U2 Waterproof Controller has been selected as Innovations 2008 Design and Engineering Award Honoree for the 2008 CES Innovations Award “Home Theater Accessories” category
• U2 Waterproof Controller is a programmable waterproof controller, which features a customizable high contrast LCD display
• Durable design is waterproof allowing U2 to float
• Ergonomic design permits effortless, one-handed operation
• Thirty-three assignable/programmable keypad buttons
• Combines easy-to-read LCD display for custom buttons, text, and graphics
  with eight programmable keypad buttons
• Tilt switch can automatically turn on the backlight when picked up
• Optional RF receiver allows you to transmit through walls, cabinets, etc.
• Optional ‘Voltage’ and ‘Video’ sensing modules to monitor power status
  of equipment
• Optional interface for RS-232 controlled equipment
• Non-volatile Flash memory stores your system configuration even when
  power is not present

About RTI

Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI), headquartered in Shakopee, Minnesota, is the leading manufacturer of innovative, sophisticated, yet user friendly control systems. RTI’s wide array of elegant hardware and software solutions are marketed exclusively through the custom installation channel.

RTI was founded in 1992 with a committed focus on the custom installation market. This unwavering commitment was expanded and formalized in March 2007 with RTI’s C2C™ (Committed to Custom) initiative which includes expanded tech support hours, enhanced training through both its Advanced Control University (ACU) and in the field, and the C2C orientation will inform and shape every aspect of RTI’s continued evolution. C2C highlights RTI’s dedication to the custom installation market, making it the leader in creating wireless hardware and software control solutions that effectively address the challenges facing electronic systems installers and integrators.

RTI's belief in offering its products exclusively through custom dealers and trained professional integrators is a guiding passion, centered on the customization of any size home theater or other electronic system. The company’s design philosophy emphasizes an intuitive and enjoyable experience in using its award-winning products, from its universal system controllers, to signal storage and processing devices, and PC programming software.

For additional information on RTI and all its innovative products please visit www.rticorp.com.

Media Contact:

Scott Moody
Marketing Matters
Tel: 954-925-1511
Email: scott@marketingmatters.net

Company Contact:

Pete Baker
Remote Technologies Inc.
Tel: 952-253-3100
Email: peteb@rticorp.com