Teradyne Diagnostic Solutions Premieres New i-VIEW(TM) Product at Automechanika Industry Show, Frankfurt, September 2006

FRANKFURT, Germany--Sept. 12, 2006--TERADYNE DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTIONS has today launched i-VIEW(TM), a VCI (Vehicle Communications Interface) that will be the most mobile, most efficient and most powerful vehicle diagnostics tool in the company's range.

Teradyne is a global market leader in vehicle diagnostic and information systems, testing one vehicle every second all over the world, both on the production line and in dealership service areas. Its stand at Automechanika showcases a range of the company's products and services, but its main objective is to unveil the i-VIEW(TM).

Teradyne is confident that the product is unparalleled in terms of performance, built-in features and ease of use. Lynn Baranowski, product manager, explains:

"The new VCI is compatible with Teradyne Diagnostic Solutions' established GRADE-X test-authoring software, and offers vehicle technicians the ability to communicate with vehicle ECUs (Electronic Control Units) for diagnostics, data capture, de-bugging or complete reprogramming; more quickly and easily than ever before.

"i-VIEW(TM) integrates a powerful processor and a very large non-volatile memory, on-board web server, advanced wireless technology and supports industry-standard software e.g. ASAM, ODX, J2534.

Firstly, this enables a single PC to act as a server for multiple units, and consequently that PC is freed up to perform other diagnostic operations, saving the dealer time and money.

"It can also be used independently of a PC, and customer applications can be installed onto it so it can be used to record data, re-program vehicle ECUs or perform diagnostics, only needing to connect to the PC for reporting on completion.

"Due to this benefit, plus its minimal power demand on the vehicle battery, the i-VIEW(TM) can therefore be used as a 'flight recorder', capturing data in real time, even while the vehicle is in normal use over a protracted period, or while it is waiting for admission into the workshop, to save time."

i-VIEW(TM) is also future-proof, with expansion and software update capability: software updates can be installed out in the field to protect against obsolescence, and 'brand-specific' protocols can be installed to enable a common platform to be shared across a multi-brand group.

Full technical specifications, product images and more information are included in the Teradyne Diagnostic Solutions press packs, available at Automechanika in the press room and regular live demonstrations will be held at the Teradyne stand (hall 3.1, walkway B, stand 61).

Notes to editors: Teradyne Diagnostic Solutions is a leading provider of automotive manufacturing and dealership diagnostic and information solutions. With over 22 years' experience of global partnerships with many of the world's largest OEM automotive manufacturers, it delivers expert consultation services, technology leading diagnostic products and outstanding service and support.