Second US Patent Issued To IXR

Broad Patent Covers Dynamically Variable Rate Digital Video

(Salt Lake City, UT--November 13, 2000)- On November 7, 2000 the United States Patent Office has issued US Utility Patent number 6,142,913, titled "Dynamic real time exercise video apparatus and method". This patent claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60/005,239, filed Oct. 11, 1995.

This patent covers IXR's proprietary method of dynamically varying the frame rate of digital video. As stated in the Abstract, "The variation of the video frame rate is accomplished by modifying the duration time stamp on each video frame, which is used by the player control program so as to change the sequential time at which each frame is called for display by the conventional video player. The variation of video display rate is independent of the pitch of the audio play rate. To maintain synchronization of the audio with the video without changing the pitch of the audio, portions of the audio are looped back, i.e. replayed."

IXR's breakthrough Exerscape™ technology provides an unmatched level of realism by seamlessly varying the video rate of high-quality MPEG2 video. As Jim Taylor, noted author of "DVD Demystified", stated, "Exerscape is an unparalleled advancement of stunning simplicity." Originally conceived and invented by IXR founder Bruce Ewert, Exerscape™ enables high-quality digital video speed to be manipulated at will. Mr. Ewert, with his Speilbergian visage and varied sporting and technologic background, notes "this is just the first step of where we want to take users as we continue to push the frontiers of realistic POV capture and user-driven displays, with real-time Internet connectivity!"

The Blackburn Motivator Interactive Real Video Training System is the first product based on the Exerscape™ variable rate digital video technology invented by IXR Corp. Exerscape smoothly varies the video speed under the control of the wheel speed. As you pedal faster, you go faster through the helmet cam video filmed on location. Self-selected music, played from the Internet or a CD, enhances the Exerscape experience. Workout data is saved for review. The Exerscape.com Web database will enable users to share their workout information with coaches, rehabilitation specialists, and others.

The Motivator is now for sale at Blackburn dealers for a suggested retail price of $399. For dealer information or to order for resale please call 1-831-457-4476. To order for end use, at home or in a club, call 1-877-754-7428 (1-801-944-8038 in Utah) or click to Altacam.com.

-end-