Helius Inc. Introduces MediaSignage Version 2.1

Upgrade Delivers Support for Flash Content and Increased Scheduling Flexibility

GLOBALSHOP EXPO 2006, ORLANDO, FLORIDA – March 26, 2006 – Helius, Inc., leading developer of distributed IP video solutions for business today announced the launch of its MediaSignage 2.1 software upgrade. MediaSignage is a powerful, browser based digital signage scheduling and distribution software application. This new version includes support for Macromedia Flash content and other customer driven enhancements.

Helius’ MediaSignage software is designed to simplify scheduling while distributing rich-media content and playlists to multiple display points from a central location.  With the addition of Flash content support, users have more options for presenting rich-media messages.  Additionally, the new MediaSignage 2.1 software offers improved scheduling flexibility. The “drag and drop” interface enables the development of unique playlists for playback at specific times on numerous displays. MediaSignage customers have a network-wide broadcast solution that communicates business-critical information to the right target at the right time. 

“It is Helius’ goal to deliver next-generation digital IP video technologies that distribute and manage rich-media applications,” said Ron Heinz, President and CEO of Helius.  “MediaSignage 2.1 continues to fulfill on that mission. This release also demonstrates the involvement of our customers and channel partners in the design and development of these leading technologies.”

“We have been using Helius’ digital signage solutions for over a year now,” said Craig Presser, President and CEO of OOH Vision Networks. “We continue to be impressed with their technology advances and their commitment to customer satisfaction. We are excited about this upgrade and are preparing to upgrade our existing network.”

For more information about MediaSignage 2.1, or any of Helius’ IP video infrastructure and software packages, please visit booth No. 5431 at GlobalShop, Mar. 26 – 28, 2006, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando Florida.

• Support for MPEG and Flash content
• Improved scheduling flexibility
• One-, two- or three-panel display with a main window, side information bar and ticker
• Play-list creation and management
• Schedule administration system
• Drag-and-drop feature for creation of play lists and schedules
• Dynamic and static ticker content
• RSS 2.0 support for dynamic ticker
• Local Advertising Insertion
• SST-ADV integration
• Works on both terrestrial or satellite network

Availability
MediaSignage 2.1 software will be available through Helius strategic channel partners beginning April 1, 2006. Helius product information and spec sheets are available on the web at www.helius.com, or upon request.

About Helius Inc.
Helius Inc. provides leading business-class data broadcasting solutions through secure and reliable delivery of broadband IP over satellites and local area networks. Helius products serve as the communications bridge between the satellite transmission and terrestrial integration of business-critical data, addressing in particular the stringent requirements for video transmission. This reliable and secure integration gives organizations the ability to implement new high bandwidth applications such as digital signage, distance learning, and corporate sales training and deliver these applications from satellite distribution straight to employee desktops. For more information visit www.helius.com.

About OOH Vision Networks
OOH Vision Networks owns and builds proprietary digital signage networks for multiple functional spaces so advertisers can reach their critical client base at the right place and the optimum time. Creating a digital media network for advertising and promotion to reach people wherever they eat, shop, and commune. OOH Vision Networks delivers dynamic rich-media advertising and infotainment (crawling ticker content) to the most desirable DMA’s in the country. In order to display full-motion commercial content in the most effective and captivating method, OVN utilizes cutting-edge Plasma/LCD displays manufactured by the leaders in the industry.  These Plasma/LCD displays are strategically located within the most well known traditional franchise and restaurant locations in the multiple DMA’s. For more information please visit www.oohvisionnetworks.com.