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The Design Automation Conference (DAC) convenes for the 43rd time in San Francisco, California. DAC is recognized as the world's premier event for the design of electronic circuits and systems. Vendors of products used in the design of integrated circuits including EDA tools, semiconductor IP, silicon solutions, and embedded system-on-chip development tools are invited to participate in this important event.

Attendees represent a highly qualified audience of design engineers, corporate and engineering management, developers, researchers, financial and industry analysts, and members of the press. This audience represents the decision-makers at all levels of the buying process from the leading semiconductor, computer, telecommunication, and consumer electronics companies. Plus, with the 2006 DAC located in San Francisco - just a short distance from the Silicon Valley - attendance is expected to be excellent. Nowhere else will you find the same combination of influential buyers, press coverage, and exposure to further your sales and marketing objectives.

Among the many opportunities to showcase your company and products are the booth/suite space, special promotional opportunities, Virtual DAC, Hands-on Tutorials, customer meetings, and social functions. Plan your participation today!

EXHIBIT SPACE INFORMATION
EXHIBIT SPACE APPLICATION/CONTRACT

PRICING
Pricing for 2006 follows a graduated discount system based on the total size of exhibit space according to the schedule below. Exhibit space must be licensed in 10' x 10' increments.

For contracts received on or before September 1, 2005 the cost for exhibit space is as follows:
The first 1000 square feet of exhibit space is $26.00 per square foot
From 1001 to 2000 square feet the cost is $24.50 per square foot
From 2001 to 3000 square feet the cost is $23.00 per square foot
3001 square feet and above the cost is $21.50 per square foot

For contracts received after September 1, 2005 the cost for exhibit space is as follows:
The first 1000 square feet of exhibit space is $29.50 per square foot
From 1001 to 2000 square feet the cost is $27.50 per square foot
From 2001 to 3000 square feet the cost is $26.00 per square foot
3001 square feet and above the cost is $24.50 per square foot

SUITE ONLY
First-time DAC participants have the option of utilizing suite-only space. DAC recognizes that some early stage companies would like a presence at DAC but are not quite ready for a full booth presentation. DAC is pleased to make the suite-only option available for the cost of $32.00 per square foot.* Companies participating in the suite-only program receive all the benefits of participation listed below.

* Minimum size is 10'x10'. Space must be licensed in 10'x10' increments.

Become a FY2006 member of the EDA Consortium prior to submitting your contract and receive a 10% discount on your total exhibit space cost! Find membership information at http://www.edac.org.

EXHIBIT SPACE LICENSING INCLUDES:
o Illuminated exhibit space with 8' high backwall drape if needed and 3' high side rails.
o Suite walls and carpet according to the contract schedule.
o A Virtual DAC web booth.
o A 7" x 44" identification sign with your company name and booth number.
o General exhibit hall security service.
o Daily aisle cleaning service.
o An Exhibitor's Manual which, in addition to pertinent and updated marketing information, supplies the forms required to order equipment and services.

ADDITIONAL EXHIBITING BENEFITS:
o A listing and company description in the official Final Program/Exhibit Guide.
o Priority space selection for the 44th DAC.
o Choice of hotel accommodations, including hospitality suites.
o A complimentary printed list of 43rd DAC registrants following the conference.
o ONE free conference registration for every 500 square feet of booth space. Minimum: two full registrations, Maximum: twenty full registrations.

EXHIBIT HOURS
Exhibit hours have been scheduled to provide maximum interaction between conference attendees and exhibitor personnel.

Monday, July 24, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 25, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday, July 26, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday, July 27, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

ABOUT THE FACILITIES
The Moscone Center in San Francisco offers DAC 442,000 square feet of exhibit space. The Management will carpet the aisles. There is easy access to utilities and good loading facilities. All technical sessions will take place in close proximity to the exhibit area.

EXHIBIT MANAGER
The 43rd DAC has selected MP Associates, Inc. "MPA" as the conference and exhibit manager. MPA acts as agent for DAC. To reserve space, complete and mail or fax the Exhibit Space Application/Contract to:

43rd DAC c/o MP Associates, Inc.
5405 Spine Rd., Ste. 102
Boulder, CO 80301
tel 303-530-4333
fax 303-530-4334
email DAC Exhibits Dept. (mailto: exhibits@dac.com)

For questions or further information contact:
Lee Wood, Exhibit Manager
tel. 303-530-4333 ext. 112
email: lee@dac.com

-or -

Susie Horn, Director of Exhibit Operations
tel. 303-530-4333 ext. 125
email: susie@dac.com