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DIRECTV announces world's first Portable Satellite and TV System

Posted By: Manish Kanaujia | May 4 2007

Satellite provider DIRECTV in conjunction with TV producer/writer, Rick Rosner is proud to announce world's first fully integrated portable satellite and TV system called Sat-Go at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas

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This briefcase-like device comes equipped with an integrated 17-inch LCD monitor with integrated DIRECTV dish receiver.

The device can be operated by using either AC or DC power sources and can also be adjoined to a second satellite tuner when you are not traveling.

It also features S-video and component inputs that are capable of showing resolutions of 1280×1024 on the screen at 720 pixels.

DIRECTV Sat-Go detailed features comprise:

* Compact and portable flat antenna

* DIRECTV(R) programming accessed through a platform based on DIRECTV's D11 set top box

* Small profile IR remote

* Component and composite A/V inputs

* Composite A/V out

* Satellite in connection

* Phone Jack

* USB connection

* Rechargeable, replaceable, laptop-style battery

The device is scheduled to launch in spring 2007 and the existing customer can purchase the unit by shelling $1,499 only.

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