
Supra Breaks Price Barrier With
Powerful SupraFAXModems

14,400 bps Fax and Data (V.32bis) Modem for only $399

ALBANY, OR, January 1992 Q A wide range of features Q fax, data, voice,
caller ID, unique status display, small case, and very attractive price Q
all combine to make the new SupraFAXModem* family of modems from Supra
Corporation an intriguing new opportunity for computer users.  The
SupraFAXModem* V.32bis features 14,400 bps fax and data for $399.95 retail,
and the SupraFAXModem V.32 features 9600 bps fax and data for $299.95
retail.

On the fax side, both modems feature Class 1 and 2 commands, compatibility
with Group 3 fax machines, and the ability to send and receive faxes
directly from the computer.  On the data side, both modems support
communication at speeds ranging from 300 bps to 14,400 bps (9600 bps for
the SupraFAXModem V.32), plus they also support CCITT V.42bis, MNP 2P5, and
MNP 10 data compression and error correction protocols.  When using V.42bis
(4:1 compression), the SupraFAXModem V.32bis provides up to 57,600 bps
throughput, and the SupraFAXModem V.32, up to 38,400 bps throughput.

Both modems also feature a revolutionary status display, which allows for
an unlimited number of status messages.  In a display that looks similar to
a digital clock, the modems presently give the user up to 25 different
messages, conveying things like connection rate and type (FX), dialing
(DI), ringing (RI), and transmission error (TE).  This display is a great
advantage compared with most other modems, whose finite number of indicator
lights limit how much information they can convey to the user.

All of these features are packed into a case about the size of two decks of
playing cards placed side by side (1S x 4.5S x 6.5S) Q a case that is half
the size of many other V.32 and V.32bis modems.

All that's needed to use an external SupraModem is a computer (or terminal)
with an RS-232C interface, communications software, and a cable to connect
the modem to the computer.  Everything else is included:  the modem,
operatorUs manual, quick-reference card, power adapter, and telephone
cable.

Voice & Caller ID
SupraFAXModems also support two important features Q voice and caller ID Q
that can be enabled through low-cost, user-installable firmware upgrades
available mid-1992.

The voice feature allows the modems to send and receive digitized voice and
implement several voice functions.  The modems can compress and uncompress
voice data for efficient storage, generate and recognize touch tones, and
sample at various frequencies, depending on the quality level desired. 
This feature will be useful for interactive applications such as voice
mail, answering machines, and digital announcers.

Caller ID (where available) allows the number from which an incoming call
was dialed to be displayed on the userUs screen before the call is
answered. This will be useful for secure communications, automatic
identification of incoming calls, and interactive voice applications.

Innovation & Chip Sets Combine For Killer Pricing
At $299.95 and $399.95 retail, respectively, the SupraFAXModem V.32 and
SupraFAXModem V.32bis are about 1/2 to 1/3 the price of similar modems.
Supra is able to offer these prices because of innovative designs and
state-of-the-art chip sets from Rockwell International.  RWe are very
excited about the power weUre putting into our customersU hands, and the
outstanding quality we are able to deliver at these very affordable
prices,S said John Wiley, President of Supra Corporation.

In addition to the stand-alone modems, packages that include cables and
software will be available for IBM PC and Macintosh computers.  IBM PC
internal models will also be available.

About Supra Corporation
Supra Corporation, based in Albany, Oregon, has been providing personal
computer users with high-quality, low-cost peripherals since 1985.  The
SupraFAXModems (including the previously announced 9600 bps fax/2400 bps
data SupraFAXModem Plus) are the latest additions to the popular
SupraModem* family.

Since the original SupraModem 2400 was introduced in 1987, SupraModems have
been popular among consumers looking for excellent value in a reliable
modem, and have been recommended by a variety of sources, from respected PC
Magazine and MacUser columnist John C. Dvorak to the Berkeley Macintosh
UserUs Group (BMUG).
In addition to manufacturing a complete line of fax and data modems, Supra
makes a variety of peripherals for Commodore Amiga computers.

The Macintosh packages are compatible with System 7 and include FAXstf* fax
software, award-winning MicroPhone* 1.5 telecommunications software, a
CompuServe Information Manager* starter kit and software, and online
service offers.  Also included in the Macintosh packages are a modem cable,
phone cable, and manuals.

IBM packages are available with internal and external SupraFAXModems for
DOS and Windows.  Windows packages include Winfax software, online service
offers, and all required cables and manuals.  (Windows comes with its own
telecom software.)  DOS packages include FaxTalk Plus software, Mirror
telecommunications software, online service offers, and all required cables
and manuals.

SupraFAXModem Retail Prices

SupraFAXModem V.32bis    Stand-Alone             $399.95
SupraFAXModem V.32       Stand-Alone             $299.95

SupraFAXModem V.32bis    Macintosh               $479.95
SupraFAXModem V.32       Macintosh               $379.95

SupraFAXModem V.32bis    IBM PC external         $449.95
SupraFAXModem V.32bis    IBM PC internal         $389.95
SupraFAXModem V.32       IBM PC external         $349.95
SupraFAXModem V.32       IBM PC internal         $289.95
                         DOS or Windows package

Various upgrade offers will let owners of earlier SupraModems upgrade to
fax capabilities. Supra also has a sysop program for the stand-alone
versions. The Supra Sales Department can provide customers with more
information at 1-800-727-8772 or 503-967-2410.

SupraFAXModem Features

Feature                       SupraFAXModem V.32bis       SupraFAXModem
V.32

Retail Price (Stand-Alone)    $399.95                     $299.95

Maximum Fax Rate              14,400 bps                  9600 bps
Class 1 and 2 commands        X                           X
Group 3 compatible            X                           X
Send and receive fax          X                           X
CCITT V.27 ter                X                           X
CCITT V.29                    X                           X
CCITT V.17                    X                           X

Maximum Data Rate
(without data compression)    14,400 bps                  9600 bps
Bell 103/212A                 X                           X
CCITT V.21/V.22/ V.22bis      X                           X
CCITT V.23                    X                           X
CCITT V.32                    X                           X
CCITT V.32bis                 X

Error correction              X                           X
MNP 2P4, MNP 10               X                           X
CCITT V.42                    X                           X

Data compression              X                           X
MNP 5 (2:1)                   X                           X
CCITT V.42bis (4:1)           X                           X
Max. throughput, MNP 5        28,800 bps                  19,200 bps
Max. throughput, V.42bis      57,600 bps                  38,400 bps

Digital status display        X                           X
Connection status (digital)   3, 6, 12, 24, 48, 72,       3, 6, 12, 24, 48,
                              96, 120, 144, FX            96, FX
Error correction status (digital)  LP (V.42bis LAPM),      same as V.32bis
                                   M2 (MNP 2), M3 (MNP 3),
                                   M4 (MNP 4), M5 (MNP 5),
                                   M10 (MNP 10)
Data compression status (digital)  DC                      same as V.32bis
Action status (digital)            DI, RI, AA, CD, TE, TM  same as V.32bis
Single LED status display          OH, RD, SD, TR          same as V.32bis

Case size                       1S x 4.5S x 6.5S              1S x 4.5S x
6.5S

Upgradable to Voice            X                           X
Upgradable to Caller ID        X                           X

5 year limited warranty        X                           X
Made in the U.S.A.             X                           X
RATS command compatible        X                           X
Asynchronous operation         X                           X
Synchronous operation          X                           X
Compatible with popular
  telecommunications software  X                           X
Automatic adjustment to
  optimal protocol and rate    X                           X
Autoanswer/autodial
  (tone or pulse)              X                           X
Two modular phone jacks        X                           X
Adjustable-volume speaker      X                           X
Front panel ON/OFF switch      X                           X
Stand-alone version            X                           X
Macintosh* package1            X                           X
IBM* PC Windows* package2      X                           X
IBM PC DOS* package3           X                           X

1 Macintosh packages are compatible with System 7 and include FAXstf* fax
software, award-winning MicroPhone* 1.5 telecommunications software,
CompuServe Information Manager* starter kit and software, online service
offers, modem cable, phone cable, and manuals.

2 Windows packages include Winfax* software, online service offers, cables,
and manuals.  (Windows comes with its own telecom software.)

3 DOS packages include FaxTalk* Plus software, Mirror* telecommunications
software, online service offers, cables, and manuals.

Supra Corporation
7101 SW Supra Drv
Albany, OR  97321

503-967-2400  (main 8-5pst)
503-967-2401  (Fax)
503-967-2410  (Sales 7-5pst)
800-727-8772  (Sales 7-5pst)
503-967-2440  (Tech Support 9-4pst)
503-967-2444  (BBS, 2 line v32bis)

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