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AutoFarm® ParaDyme™ Hailed As Most Advanced Precision Ag System Ever

FREMONT, CA, November 24, 2009 - The AutoFarm ParaDyme System, launched at AutoFarm's North America dealer meeting, November 3, 2009, is being called the most innovative and advanced precision farming system ever.

ParaDyme is the industry's first single system solution to everything precision ag: planter control, application control, yield monitoring, data logging, and data management plus hands-free GPS steering via WAAS, EGNOS, OmniSTAR HP/XP, RTK and more (it is also GLONASS-ready). Unique new built-in features include 100% factory integrated and activated 2-way wireless communications and real-time Remote Service.

The primary components of the new system include: the ParaDyme Roof Module with a choice of three in-cab controllers: AutoFarm EDGE, AutoFarm INTEGRA and AutoFarm Viper Pro.

The patented dual-antenna Roof Module steers tractors, sprayers, spreaders or combines hands-free with the unmatched accuracy and repeatability of Logic7D technology from AutoFarm. Logic7D technology is the key to accurate vehicle and implement placement by always knowing its position and heading even while sitting still. Logic 7D is the basis of AutoFarm's legendary line acquisition, in both forward and reverse.

The new ParaDyme dual antenna roof module now eliminates the need for a vehicle wheel-angle sensor to achieve RTK accuracy. This new feature, along with AutoFarm AutoCalibration dramatically simplifies system installation and system setup for both dealers and customers. To aid in system installation, AutoFarm ParaDyme already offers install kits for over 370 specific farm vehicle models.

The AutoFarm OnTrac2 GPS Assisted Steering System, introduced in early 2009, also works with the ParaDyme Roof Module and all three of the controllers to offer affordable, easy-to-use, Lock ‘n Roll mechanical steering.

"The new ParaDyme system will give customers choices from entry level to professional farming and custom application," says John Bressler, AutoFarm Senior Marketing Manager. "Growers will have wireless access direct from the field to their dealer for technical support with ParaDyme remote service and diagnostics. This will be a huge time saver for both our customers and their dealers throughout the growing season."

For more information on the ParaDyme, visit www.gpsfarm.com.

About AutoFarm
AutoFarm, a division of Novariant Inc., is the premier solutions provider for precision positioning and intelligent control systems. AutoFarm manufactures and markets Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers and precision agriculture solutions for automatic steering and leveling based on its experience in advanced aviation landing systems. AutoFarm can be found at www.gpsfarm.com or by calling +1-877-947-7327.