The First-Ever Training Academy in Malaysia for Dolby 5. Surround Sound to Open at Mediagroup Academy

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, March 3, 2015-Mediagroup Academy, a division of Salzbrenner Stagetec Mediagroup, and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) today announced the launch of the first media training facilities in Malaysia to be fully equipped for training on the creation of Dolby 5.1 surround sound. The media training academy will provide professional-level education for working media practitioners and media enthusiasts who seek to enhance their knowledge.

The launch of the Dolby 5.1 surround sound training facility in Malaysia marks the next shift for Malaysias broadcast industry. With this collaborative effort, Malaysian broadcasters can now be further equipped to create more immersive content and television experiences. The brand-new facility is expected to start operations in early March.

We are delighted to be working closely with Mediagroup Academy to cultivate media talent in the region and share Dolbys broadcast technology expertise, said Pankaj Kedia, Senior Regional Director, India, South East Asia, ANZ, Dolby Laboratories. The surround sound training program is part of Dolbys continued commitment to share technical knowledge and innovations with the broadcast industry in South East Asia.

We are thrilled to launch the Mediagroup Academy, and we have no doubt that our collaboration with Dolby will further ensure the broadcast industry will continue to move forward in Malaysia, said David Chan, Managing Director, Salzbrenner Stagetec Mediagroup Asia.

About Mediagroup Academy

Mediagroup Academy (MGA), a division of Salzbrenner Stagetec Mediagroup was first established in year 2008. MGA provides a platform to enhance skills and knowledge to cater to the ever-changing technology landscape. The MGA is part of the continuous effort by Salzbrenner Stagetec Mediagroup to bridge the technology gap and transfer of knowledge and skills to media professionals and practitioners in Malaysia. Staying ahead of the curve, the Mediagroup Academy now offers a fully equipped training facility located in Setia Walk, Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia.

The MGA facility is retrofitted with an on-air multi-purpose studio room, a voice over booth, a Dolby 5.1 surround sound master control room with multi-track production, a studio lounge and a 40-seater training room for theoretical workshops. The Mediagroup Academy offers training and workshop courses covering a complete range of media topics like Creative TV/Radio production, Media Sales Training, Surround sound techniques and many more. For the complete list of courses, please visit www.media-academy-online.com or contact Ms. Syafika (s.ghazi@stagetecasia.com).

About Dolby Laboratories

Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) creates audio, video, and voice technologies that transform entertainment and communications in mobile devices, at the cinema, at home, and at work. For nearly 50 years, sight and sound experiences have become more vibrant, clear, and powerful in Dolby. For more information, please visit www.dolby.com.

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Media Contacts:

Syafika Ghazi

Mediagroup Academy

s.ghazi@stagetecasia.com

Cheryl Koh

Dolby Laboratories

cheryl.koh@dolby.com

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