Zoom/MultiLine Family Now Includes 33.6 Kbps Voice Faxmodems
8-line unit now comes with 8 serial cables and RS-232C adapters for DB-9 or RJ-45 connectors

Boston, MA, July 25, 1997 - Zoom Telephonics, a leading manufacturer of faxmodems and other wide area network PC communication products, announced today that the Zoom/MultiLine FaxModem family now includes V.34 33.6 Kbps voice faxmodems.

The MultiLine provides up to eight faxmodem modules in a single, compact (2" x 8" x 11") desktop case. Each independent, hot-swappable voice/faxmodem module has an associated RS-232C connector on the back of the case, and a reset button and 3 status lights on the front of the case.

Each MultiLine module is a Rockwell®-based serial faxmodem that includes Class 1 and 2 fax, Caller ID, V.42, V.42bis, MNP® 2-5, MNP 10EC and NVRAM. Each module also includes Configuration Control and Security Lock, which allow systems administrators to lock in the functions and settings they want.

MultiLine modules feature Flash memory to facilitate firmware upgrades, and advanced ZoomGuard to prevent damage from lightning, the primary cause of modem failure. Independent lab tests prove that ZoomGuard is superior to the lightning protection offered by other modem manufacturers.

The single power supply included with each MultiLine eliminates the need for eight separate supplies and multiple power strips, which minimizes power cord clutter and simplifies installation. The Zoom/MultiLine is designed for power efficiency and requires only 25W of power with all eight modules active.

"The MultiLine also now includes jumper settings for WindowsNT RAS compatibility," explained Terry Manning, Zoom's Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "It is ideal for modem pools, faxservers, voice mail systems, and remote access servers," he said.

The MultiLine is being sold primarily through value-added resellers and dealers. The MSRP (Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price) for the MultiLine with 8 V.34 33.6 Kbps voice/faxmodem modules (Model 7112) is $1399. The 4-unit model's (Model 7113) MSRP is $1049 and an individual module (Model 7114) is $139.

Additional product information can be obtained by calling Zoom toll-free at 1-800-631-3116 or via Zoom's web site at www.zoomtel.com

Zoom Telephonics designs, produces, and markets products that link people and their personal computers through the world's largest network, the international telephone network, and connected networks including the Internet and corporate local area networks. Zoom products are produced in Boston, Massachusetts and sold worldwide. Zoom Telephonics is publicly traded on Nasdaq (NASDAQ: ZOOM).