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Press
Release:
November 15, 2004
| PLEXTOR INTRODUCES 16X DVD±R/RW DRIVE WITH
SERIAL ATA (SATA) INTERFACE
New DVD/CD Burner Supports Dual-Layer DVD+R Technology for
Increased DVD Recordable Capacity to 8.5 GB
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FREMONT,
Calif. – November 15, 2004 – Plextor® Corp., a leading developer
and manufacturer of high-performance digital media equipment, today announced the new
PX-716SA series DVD±R/RW drive. Featuring a native Serial ATA (SATA) interface and high-speed
16X DVD+R and 16X DVD-R recording, the internal drive combines fast performance, 150 MB/sec
bandwidth, and recording features that ensure reliable, high-quality results across a
broad spectrum of media.
The drive achieves
blazing fast 16X CAV performance on recommended 8X DVD+R media, and burns a 4.7GB DVD in
less than six minutes, one minute faster than leading ZCLV competitors. The new drive also
supports dual-layer DVD media, enabling users to burn up to four hours of high-quality MPEG-2
video on a single 8.5GB DVD disc in approximately 28 minutes.
The internal PX-716SA
drive features an integrated Serial ATA connection, enabling OEMs and System Integrators to
leverage the benefits of SATA, including 150 MB/sec bandwidth, elimination of master/slave
configuration jumper issues, a substantial pin count reduction, and thinner cables to help
air-flow and improve cable routing.
“The newest 16X DVD drive from Plextor is specifically designed for personal computer
manufacturers who want to integrate a DVD/CD burner that sets new standards for performance,
convenience, and reliability,” said Howard Wing, vice president of sales and marketing for Plextor.
“The combination of Serial ATA interface, support for dual-layer media, and the Intelligent Recording
features can really help OEMs differentiate their PCs from competitive offerings.”
Plextor PX-716A DVD±R/RW Drive
The Plextor PX-716SA is a highly versatile 9-in-1 DVD/CD burner that supports
4x DVD+R Double Layer, 16X DVD+R, and 16X DVD-R Writing; 8X DVD+RW and 4X DVD-RW Rewriting; and 16X max
DVD-Reading; as well as high-speed 48X CD-R Writing, 24X CD-RW Rewriting, and 48X max CD-Reading.
The PX-716SA has an 8 MB buffer and
features Buffer Underrun Proof Technology to prevent buffer
underrun errors and allow multi-tasking. Lossless Linking/Zero Link technology enables users to perform
basic editing tasks directly on the DVD disc.
The PX-716SA
includes PlexTools® Professional software, a unique
combination of user-controllable CD recording and CD/DVD
media test features, including:
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GigaRec™ allows high capacity storage up to 1 GB on
a 700 MB CD disc.
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SecureRecording™ offers password protection for CD
discs.
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Silent Mode™ enables users to vary CD tray
load/unload speed, spin up/down speed, and
write/read speed.
- VariRec™
allows adjustment of the laser power to produce the
highest quality audio CD recording possible.
The
PX-716SA also features Intelligent Recording, a
combination of technologies designed to achieve
high-quality recordings across a broad spectrum of media
with varying grades of quality:
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Intelligent Tilt is a precise laser and
three-dimensional tilt control to reduce jitter and
achieve optimal recording and reading on uneven disc
surfaces.
- PoweRec
is a sophisticated write strategy providing superior
quality recording at maximum speed for certified media.
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AUTOSTRATEGY technology determines the standard
deviation of any blank disc and automatically optimizes
the write strategy for unknown media, enabling
high-quality disc recording.
Plextor
Software Bundle: Roxio Easy Media Center 7, Basic DVD Edition
Plextor's bundled software package offers ease-of-use and extensive functionality for Windows platforms. The PlexWriter
PX-716SA ships with Easy Media Center 7, Basic DVD Edition. Roxio's number-one selling DVD/CD-recording software lets
users create movie DVDs, data DVDs, music CDs, photo slide shows synchronized with music, data CDs, and backup copies
of personal discs. The software package also includes Roxio PhotoSuite 5 SE for capturing, organizing, editing,
and sharing digital photos.
Pricing
and Availability
The Plextor PX-716SA DVD±R/RW drive is scheduled for shipment to distributors and resellers in North and South America in
December. The internal PX-716SA drive has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $159.00 USD. All retail packages
include unlimited toll-free technical support and one-year full warranty.
About
Plextor
Plextor Corp. is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance digital media equipment for professionals,
consumers, and enterprises. Headquartered in Silicon Valley since 1990, Plextor has introduced generations of
award-winning products, including digital video converters and CD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, and DVD±R/RW optical disk drives.
Plextor is privately owned by Shinano Kenshi Co., Ltd., a developer and manufacturer of advanced technology hardware
and precision electronic equipment headquartered in Japan. Shinano Kenshi is best known for its expertise in
manufacturing motors. Contact Plextor at www.plextor.com.
PlexWriter is a trademark
of Plextor Corp. AUTOSTRATEGY is a trademark of Taiyo Yuden. Roxio, the Roxio tagline, PhotoSuite, Easy CD & DVD
Creator and Easy CD Creator are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Roxio, Inc. in the United States
and/or other countries. All other trademarks, trade names, registered trademarks, or registered trade names are
the property of their respective holders.
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