Compact Disc Recordable drive allows users to record large volumes of data to compact discs; CMS' CD.maker provides full-featured multimedia content recording capabilities.ANAHEIM, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 18, 1995--CMS Enhancements, Inc., a leading supplier of mass storage solutions, Monday increased its mass storage product offerings with the introduction of its CD.maker CDR-22PE, an external Compact Disc Recordable (CDR (1) See CD-R and extension. (2) (Call Detail Reporting) See call accounting. (3) (Common Data Rate) A standard sampling rate for digital video for 480i and 576i systems. The rate is 13.5 MHz. See ITU-R BT. ) drive for PC computers. The CD.maker allows users to write their own CDs on a 650MB Compact Disc, providing a permanent, reliable storage medium which is compatible with all CD-ROM drives CD-ROM drives, which today typically means a CD-RW drive that is a combo CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW drive, come in a variety of speeds. The original drive (1x) transferred data at 150KB per second. available on the market. "With the increase in file sizes, including the combining of video, graphics, audio and text, a new method of writing and distributing data was needed," said Ken Burke, senior vice president and general manager. "With more than 70 million CD-ROM drives already sold, CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). technology has evolved as the natural solution for exchanging data." CD Recordable Technology Takes Recording Content to a New Level With CDR, companies can quickly and easily record large volumes of content onto a 650MB CD by launching the Incat software for writing to CDs and copying the file or files to the CD. Users then can access each CD from the CDR, a single CD-ROM drive A device that holds and reads CD-ROM discs. CD-ROM drives generally also play audio CD discs by sending analog sound to the sound card via a 4-pin cable. For specifications of 10x, 20x, etc. drives, see CD-ROM drives. See CD-ROM, CD-ROM changer, CD-ROM server and CD-ROM audio cable. , or use a CD tower or CD jukebox A CD player that holds multiple audio CDs. The term may also refer to a CD-ROM jukebox. See CD-ROM server and digital jukebox. to store and access multiple CDs. Today, as budgets become tighter, companies have to operate more efficiently. They are replacing paper intensive storage solutions such as file cabinets and microfiche Pronounced "micro-feesh." A 4x6" sheet of film that holds several hundred miniaturized document pages. See micrographics. with computer storage. One 650MB CD of data equals 325,000 sheets of paper. Users can access information in seconds or minutes versus the days it used to take then. Additionally, large volume reports and manuals are now being recorded on CDs and distributed to sales team members, customers, and other audiences rather than binders full of paper. CD.maker Drive Provides Full Featured Audio, Video and Data Recording The CD.maker features double recording and reading, as well as 300kB per second transfer rates. The CD.maker is capable of recording and playing audio CDs and is compatible with Red, Yellow, Green and Orange Book standards. Caddy A plastic container that holds a CD or DVD disc for added protection. The bare disc is placed in the caddy, and the caddy is inserted into the drive. A caddy is not a jewel case. A jewel case protects the disc for transportation. A caddy protects the disc while reading and writing. type disc loading improves reliability by protecting the CDR disc from dust and fingerprints. Additionally, the CD.maker supports single-session, multi-session and track-at-once writing methods. This allows users to record the entire CD at once, in several recording sessions or track-by-track, depending on their specific needs. Included with the CD.maker is a full version of Incat Easy-CD Pro for Windows 3.1, the most popular software for writing to CDs. It transparently formats the data to be recorded into ISO (1) See ISO speed. (2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI. 9660 format that any CD-ROM drive can access. Back-up utilities are also included for use as an archive device. Additionally, MediaWrangler software, an easy-to-use multimedia creation software, is included enabling users to create their own presentations using audio, video, graphics and data. Pricing and Availability The CD.maker CDR-22PE will be available in mid-December at a list price of $1,295. CD.maker is available as a complete storage solution package that includes the CD Recordable drive, Incat software, MediaWrangler software, BusMaster SCSI adapter See SCSI host adapter. , cable, CDR media, and an installation guide, making installation effortless. All CMS (1) See content management system and color management system. (2) (Conversational Monitor System) Software that provides interactive communications for IBM's VM operating system. products are distributed in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. through a channel of distributors and aggregators, and internationally through a select group of distributors. Company Information CMS Enhancements Inc. offers a broad line of mass storage products for servers, workstations and portable computers that are both cost-effective and reliable. With more than 3 million CMS storage solutions installed in 61 countries, CMS is dedicated to providing users with exactly the right mass storage solution for their system and application. The company's complete line of drives includes high capacity hard drives, CD-ROM, tape drives, storage solutions for notebooks, RAID and Compact Disc Recordables. CONTACT: Lages & Associates Marissa Jabczenski 714/453-8080 |
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