Released on: May 22, 2008, 11:34 am

Press Release Author: Mike Gauss

Industry: Electronics

Press Release Summary: Digital Switching Systems, LLC has launched a new keypad
solution in conjunction with Seakeeper, Inc. The keypad is designed to function as a
fully-compatible user input device on a CAN-based system.

Press Release Body: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
Mike Gauss
919.232.5008
mike@articulon.com

Digital Switching Systems Launches New Keypad with Seakeeper.

RALEIGH, N.C. (May 22, 2008) - Digital Switching Systems, LLC, (DSS) a leading
provider of electronic and mechanical switching systems to the marine and
transportation markets, announced that it launched a new keypad solution based on
the Controller Area Network (CAN) protocol. Developed in conjunction with Seakeeper,
Inc., a developer of motion control devices for boats less than 50 meters, this
keypad is designed to function as a fully-compatible user input device on a
CAN-based system.

"The Seakeeper keypad is the first in a series of product offerings by DSS to
satisfy the growing market demand for plug-and-play components," said Ken Wood, DSS
vice president and general manager. "In addition to straight CAN, we plan to roll
out market specific protocol variations including J1939 and NMEA 2000."

"It was exciting to work with DSS on this new initiative," said Bill Fejes, chief
operating officer of Seakeeper, Inc. \"Their extensive expertise in CAN-based
applications made our decision to partner with them an easy one."

About Digital Switching Systems, LLC:
Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., Digital Switching Systems, LLC is a leading provider
of reliable and cost-effective electronic and mechanical switching solutions to the
marine and transportation marketplaces. The Pi-Series® line of products and
solutions offers to marine, RV and emergency vehicle builders a wide variety of user
input devices, coupled with advanced functions and features beyond discrete
switching. For more information, please contact DSS at (919) 881-0889 or at
info@digitalswitchingsystems.com.

About Seakeeper, Inc.:
Seakeeper was founded in 2002 for the purpose of researching, developing, and
marketing motion control devices for boats less than 50 meters by Shepard McKenney
and John Adams. McKenney previously owned Hinckley Yachts and developed their
innovative JetStickT technology, a fly by wire control system for jet powered boats.
Adams previously owned a ship motion control company which, under his leadership,
became the world leader in motion control for high speed ships. From 2002 through
2007, McKenney and Adams, completed the research and development for the SEAKEEPER
GYRO and began manufacturing and sales of the product. The company's headquarters
and engineering facilities are located in Solomons, Maryland. For more information,
call (410)-326-1590 or visit www.seakeeper.com.

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Web Site: http://www.digitalswitchingsystems.com

Contact Details: PO Box 31727
Raleigh, NC 27622-1727
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