Pantech launches its first terrestrial DMB handsets, the PT-K1800 & the PT-L1800, to coincide with the introduction of land-based digital multimedia broadcasting services in Korea.

The new PT-K1800 and PT-L1800 handsets combine compact dimensions with a full range of functions that allow the phones to be effectively used as portable TVs.

Offering advanced functions, such as timer-recording and TV capture, the new DMB handsets are a major step forward in multi-tasking technology devices, enabling users to answer the phone or send text messages while simultaneously watching terrestrial DMB TV. The retractable TV antenna allows for sleek design as well as enhanced usability.

Users also have the option of streaming the DMB signal through a regular TV or a PC monitor through a direct cable connection, with TV-OUT as well as PC-OUT features. For added convenience, the handsets come with a remote control.

The PT-K1800 and PT-L1800 use an external memory (trans-flash memory) slot to expand the capacity of the memory, allowing users to take full advantage of the phones' multi-tasking capabilities. The large 2.2 Inch QVGA LCD (320*240) screen is incorporated into a compactly designed body that measures only 102mm x 51.4mm x 24.2 for enhanced portability.

In addition to the portable TV functionality, the PT-K1800 and PT-L1800 feature a 1.3 mega-pixel rotating camera with Auto Focus, offering high picture quality and the capability of taking pictures at any angle.

The new models also include advanced Text to Speech (TTS) technology, an innovative function that automatically converts text message to voice message, which allows users, for example, to safely check text messages while driving.

Pantech Terrestrial Phones Features:

• Internal DMB Antenna Type Semi Auto Slide
• 2.2" QVGA LCD
• DMB Remote control
• TV-OUT/PC-OUT
• Multi-tasking functionality
• 1.3M CMOS Rotating Camera with Auto Focus
• MP3 Player
• Text to Speech (TTS)