Data I/O Announces Leading Supplier of Automotive Systems Purchases Over 1 Million Dollars Worth of ProLine RoadRunner for SMT Production Line

REDMOND, Wash., Oct. 1, 2007 -- Data I/O Corporation(R) announced today that a leading supplier of automotive systems, components, and vehicle electronics has adopted Data I/O's ProLine RoadRunner In-Line Programming System for their programming process. Data I/O received multiple orders from this new customer for the ProLine RoadRunner, FlashPAK's, adapters, and accessories totaling over 1 million dollars during the third quarter. This equipment delivered during the third quarter will be used in one of the customer's facilities in North American for telematics production.

"Automotive manufacturing has been an important customer group for some time. This new customer selected Data I/O's field-proven solution to substantially reduce their cost of programming compared to alternative solutions," noted Harald Weigelt, Vice President Worldwide Sales and Marketing.

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With 35 years of innovative leadership in the device programming industry, Data I/O(R) Corporation provides semiconductor device handling and programming systems, manufacturing and process control applications to manufacturers of automotive electronics, wireless and consumer products, and semiconductors. Data I/O partners with our customers to provide 'Application Innovation' solutions that integrate device management into existing business processes. Our deep understanding of programmable integrated circuits, IP management and protection, and global supply chain processes help our customers bring innovative new products to life. Data I/O Corporation is headquartered in Redmond, Washington, and has sales and service offices worldwide. For more information, see http://www.dataio.com/ or call 800-426-1045.