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The FlyWire models should debut around late October 2008 in US, Canada, Europe, Asia. The FlyWire R1: Q1 2009 in US, Canada, Europe, Asia.

Belkin is introducing two versions of FlyWire:

FlyWire (AV69003) - US: $999.99

* Offers whole-home range and penetrates walls and windows
* Includes IR backchannel, allowing you to control AV devices that might be hidden in AV cabinets, closets, or other rooms
* Includes a remote control for switching between inputs
* As another option, FlyWire also offers an IR receiver and IR blaster attachments to allow you to use your existing remote controls
* Automatic frequency hopping, which searches for the best available frequency whenever FlyWire detects interference in the area

FlyWire R1 (AV69000) - US: $699.99

* In-room wireless solution
* Includes a remote control for switching between inputs
* Automatic frequency hopping, which searches for the best available frequency whenever FlyWire detects interference in the area

Typical HDTV setup problems that FlyWire solves:

* Space constraints due to cable or satellite jack locations and challenging room layouts
* Wall-mounting that causes wiring problems
* Fireplaces, brick, and plaster walls can complicate in-wall installation due to costly and labor-intensive AV cable wiring

Technical Specifications:
* Connections:
o Inputs
+ 3x HDMI (one of which has an optional L/R Audio to address DVI inputs)
+ 2x Component + L/R Audio
+ 1x Composite or 1x S-video
+ L/R Audio (RCA)
o Interconnect
+ Wireless
o Output
+ 1x HDMI
* Supported Resolutions
o 1080p True Cinema
o 1080i
o 720p
o 576p
o 576i
o 480p
o 480i
* Remote Control Type: IR (with RF repeater)
* Supports 3rd Party IR Remotes and Universal Remotes
* Frequency:
o Audio and Video: 5GHz
o Remote Control Repeater: 2.4GHz

More information can be found on Belkin.