PRESS RELEASE April 27, 2016

Media Relations Contact: Cristina Scarlata

Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations

ALTO AVIATION

Tel: 978-466-5992

cscarlata@altoaviation.com

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For immediate release

ALTO Aviation unveils at AEA their new Cabin Audio Amplifier ALTO Acapella™ DZ-290

Orlando, FL. April 27, 2016.

ALTO Aviation has introduced at AEA Orlando 2016 New Product Introductions Session their new Cabin Audio Amplifier ALTO Acapella™ DZ-290, ALTO Aviation’s new qualified and FAA approved solution specifically engineered as a solution for cabin audio upgrade, to update new or legacy systems with outstanding sound.

The integration of the DZ-290 amplifier into your system is easy and control for the new DZ-290 audio system can be through an ALTO keypad, an existing legacy switch panel or optional software. It also features chimes control for NS and FSB ordinance connections. It supports minimal disruption to the existing wiring.

The unique feature of the DZ-290 is its ability to interface directly with speaker level outputs from a PA-AV Unit. It allows the audio to be passed directly onto ALTO speakers. This revolutionary amplifier features an integrated 4 channel amplifier with over 160 W of power to bypass the existing PA/IFE amp. It features internal 4 source selection, volume and mute control. Selection may be through ground logic or by optional software. PA override, chime inputs and default to PA make it well suited to override existing PA-AV controllers.

The DZ-290 amplifier interfaces directly to the Audio International RS-485 databus for control of the ALTO amp. This interface allows former Audio International equipment to remain in the aircraft and may provide obsolescence support for legacy Audio International and Baker systems alike.

About ALTO Aviation

ALTO Aviation is the premier supplier of high-end audio & entertainment systems for business aviation, which are offered as standard equipment on Gulfstream G650, G450/550 Elite Series, G280, Falcon F7X, F900, F2000, Embraer Lineage, Legacy 650, 600, 500, 450, Cessna Citation X, Sovereign, Latitude, and Sikorsky S-92, and S-70. ALTO is the preferred choice for after-market and retrofit installations for all business aircraft, small to large. All of our systems hold TSO certification.

Every ALTO audio system is custom designed and acoustically contoured specifically for each cabin installation. ALTO amplifiers and loudspeakers are expertly engineered to provide the highest level of sound performance at 40,000 feet, using the latest in digital technology. As a result, every passenger in the cabin gets transported into a powerful audio experience that rivals the best home and theater systems.

Everyone at ALTO is passionate about state-of-the-art sound, and our company is fully committed to providing each client with outstanding customer service and 24/7 support. ALTO is based in Sterling, MA. and Jupiter, FL. All of our systems are proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in the US.

If you would like more information or would like to schedule an interview with one of our ALTO Aviation representatives, please contact Cristina Scarlata at 978-466-5992 / cscarlata@altoaviation.com.

Audio designed with your aircraft in mind™

ALTO Aviation and King Air C90 aircraft

ALTO Aviation HA-006 six channel headphone amplifier was selected to distribute XM radio to four cabin seat locations in a King Air C90 aircraft.

ALTO DECU headphone keypads with volume control are used to select four independent XM channels. The ALTO HA-006 also provides PA override, so passengers listening to music with noise canceling headsets can hear important safety announcements from the crew.

Two ALTO headphone keypads were also installed in the cockpit for the crew to also listen to any of the 4 channels of XM radio selected by the passengers. 

ALTO Aviation engineers are experts in designing and manufacturing premium cabin audio and entertainment systems for all aircraft platforms in business aviation, from the lightest jets and turboprops to the biggest irons. 


Meet us at AEA 2016, booth  # 100 and discover the newest digital audio technology for your cabin. See you at the show!

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ALTO Aviation presents... The Adventures of Tuning Man!

ALTO new superhero, whose mission is to deliver the most amazing listening experience at 40,000 ft. by tuning ALTO cabin audio systems in Business Jets all over the world. 

Meet ALTO Tuning Man and the ALTO cabin audio experts team at AEA 2016 in Orlando, booth 100! Discover the latest technology in digital audio and find out how easy and fast you can upgrade the cabin audio system of your aircraft with ALTO Aviation premium cabin audio & entertainment systems. 

Would you like to win one of our spectacular ALTO-Bose QC-15 headphones? Stay tuned for the details. 

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ALTO Aviation adds Pilatus PC-12 to its aircraft platform.

ALTO Aviation and Spirit Aeronautics partner for the first ALTO Entertainment System (AES) installed in a Pilatus PC-12.

ALTO Aviation, the premier supplier of custom cabin audio entertainment systems for business aviation, is pleased to announce the expansion of its turboprop aircraft by delivering a premium ALTO Entertainment System (AES) to Spirit Aeronautics facility in Columbus, Ohio for installation in a Pilatus PC-12.

The system included four (4) ALTO high fidelity mid/high range speakers and two (2) ALTO subwoofers. Stereo headphone audio was provided at each seat location and controlled with ALTO DECU style keypads. An ALTO Audio Engineer tuned the system at Spirit Aeronautics facility by configuring the digital amplifier to match the acoustical profile for this specific aircraft before delivery to the owner.

The team at Spirit Aeronautics provided a very professional installation with an extremely high attention to detail in mounting the mid/high speakers behind the sidewalls, with custom fabricated speaker grill painted to match the aircraft interior. ALTO passenger controls for headphone and speaker volume were mounted into the interior side ledges with matching plated bezels.

“The overall quality of the installation was excellent and exceeded our expectations. We are pleased to add the Pilatus PC-12 into our list of aircraft type systems and look forward to continuing our partnership with Spirits Aeronautics to provide additional aircraft owners and their passengers with the most powerful and outstanding audiophile experience” Steve Lord, ALTO Aviation Senior Technical Sales Manager, said.

“When the customer approached us looking for an Entertainment System with exceptional sound, we knew ALTO was the only real solution especially when we learned that the client has a highly developed ear for music”, said Tony Bailey, President & COO of Spirit Aeronautics. “His tastes also rolled over in to aesthetics and everything had to be beyond brilliant. Our team, in partnership with the ALTO staff, delivered the aircraft on-time with incomparable visual and audible results. The customer directly stated that the system and the installation exceeded his every expectation. Nothing is more rewarding than hearing those words from our customers!”

About ALTO Aviation

ALTO Aviation is the premier supplier of high-end cabin audio entertainment systems for business aviation, which are offered as standard equipment on Gulfstream G650, G450/550 Elite Series, G280, Falcon F7X, F900, F2000, Embraer Lineage, Legacy 650, 600, 500, 450, Cessna Citation X, Sovereign, Latitude, and Sikorsky S-92, and S-70. ALTO is the preferred choice for after-market and retrofit installations for all business aircraft, small to large. All of our systems hold TSO certification.

Every ALTO audio system is custom designed and acoustically contoured specifically for each cabin installation. ALTO amplifiers and loudspeakers are expertly engineered to provide the highest level of sound performance at 40,000 feet, using the latest in digital technology. As a result, every passenger in the cabin gets transported into a powerful audio experience that rivals the best home and theater systems.

Everyone at ALTO is passionate about state-of-the-art sound, and our company is fully committed to providing each client with outstanding customer service and 24/7 support. ALTO Aviation corporate headquarters are located in Sterling, MA. The Engineering and R&D offices are located in Jupiter, FL. ALTO has Sales representation in Little Rock, AR, and Engineering Support for Europe in Stuttgart, Germany. All of our systems are proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in the US and distributed worldwide.

About Spirit Aeronautics

Spirit Aeronautics, a trade name of Spirit Avionics, Ltd, located in Columbus, Ohio is a growing industry leader offering worldwide aviation services to corporate, military, private, government and commercial aircraft operators. Spirit Aeronautics is primarily engaged in the refurbishment, design, development, completions, management, engineering, material supply, integration and sustainment of Business, VIP, VVIP, Military and Government aircraft.

If you would like more information or would like to schedule an interview with one of our ALTO Aviation representatives, please contact Cristina Scarlata at 978.466.5992 / cscarlata@altoaviation.com.

For more information on Spirit Aeronautics, please contact Alyson Shook at 614.237.4271 / ashook@spiritaeronautics.com

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