EPSON debuts new CD-ROM drive; fast 6X speed with complete compatibility and multimedia capabilities.LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 1995--EPSON Monday introduced the CMD-2260, a new CD-ROM drive that targets OEMs and commercial distribution. The CMD-2260 features an enhanced IDE/ATA IDE/ATA Integrated Device Electronics/Advanced Technology Attachment (hard drive interface standard) Packet interface for complete compatibility with today's 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). standards, easy-to-use front-panel audio controls and a fast 6X transfer rate that provides support for MPEG (Moving Pictures Experts Group) An ISO/ITU standard for compressing digital video. Pronounced "em-peg," it is the universal standard for digital terrestrial, cable and satellite TV, DVDs and digital video recorders (DVRs). playback applications. The new CMD-2260 is a low-cost, high-performance drive that incorporates the ATAPI-IDE standard for easy installation and added support of tape, optical and other peripherals. The CMD-2260 is capable of retrieving data from 5-inch (12 cm) and 3-inch (8 cm) compact disc media. Fitting in a standard 5.25-inch, half-height drive bay, the CMD-2260 is a random-access, read-only storage device that is compliant with the data interchange standard for CD-ROMs. ``There is an increasing demand for CD-ROM drives to deliver a wide range of applications from multimedia to software distribution at fast speeds,'' said Walter Carlos, business unit director, EPSON EPSON Son of Electronic Printer . ``The introduction of the 6X CD-ROM drive represents EPSON's commitment as a major supplier of leading-edge storage technology products.'' The CMD-2260 features an audio passthrough with front-panel audio controls allowing the user to enjoy music CDs without going into the system to run them. In addition to audio controls, the front panel features a headphone jack, volume control, jump-track, back-track, random selection, eject button and a rear panel digital audio output. Additionally, the CMD-2260 also features a ``touch-sensitive'' motorized mo·tor·ize tr.v. mo·tor·ized, mo·tor·iz·ing, mo·tor·iz·es 1. To equip with a motor. 2. To supply with motor-driven vehicles. 3. To provide with automobiles. tray loading system that is dust-proof, eliminating the need for costly caddies and cumbersome manual loading trays. This internal drive complies with MPC (1) (Mobile PC) A handheld or laptop computer. See handheld computer, laptop computer and Ultra-Mobile PC. (2) (MultiPath Channel) See multipath. Level 2 and CD-XA CD-XA Compact Disc - Read Only Memory Extended Architecture (extended architecture) standards. These standards allow the merging of sound, graphics, text, animation, photo images and full-motion video all on one track for high-quality multimedia presentations. The CMD-2260 is multisession Photo-CD compatible and features MPEG full-motion video playback. By using the appropriate Photo-CD application software, photos recorded on CD-ROM can be viewed and photo libraries and visual databases accessed. In addition to multisession Photo-CD format, this fast CD drive also supports audio CD-DA (Compact Disc-Digital Audio) The original compact disc format developed by Sony and Philips in the 1980s, which was designed for audio only. Since "CD" is used loosely for all Compact Disc formats, the CD-DA designation differentiates a music disc or player , CD-I (Compact Disc-Interactive) A compact disc format developed by Philips and Sony that held text, audio and animated graphics. It required a CD-I player that contained its own operating system. , Video CD, 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 and High Sierra formats. The CMD-2260 also features a 900KB/sec data transfer rate and an average access time of 195 milliseconds. Advanced power management features, including low power consumption while idling, are standard. The CMD-2260 is 5.75 in. x 1.63 in. x 8.18 in. and weighs 1 kg. The CMD-2260 features a burst transfer rate of 11.1MB/sec, a buffer size of 256KB and an operating temperature of 5 to 55 degrees Celsius. This reliable CD-ROM drive has a MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) The average time a component works without failure. It is the number of failures divided by the hours under observation. MTBF - Mean Time Between Failures of 30,000 POH (25 percent duty) and a user-friendly installation program. The CMD-2260 is currently available and carries a MSRP of $250. For more information on EPSON and its products, call 310/787-6300 or stop by EPSON's corporate website on the Internet at http://www.epson.com. EPSON offers an extensive array of technology products including ink jet, laser and dot matrix printers, scanners, portable and desktop computers, and for the OEM market, a variety of component and electronic devices. Founded in 1975, Epson America Inc. is an affiliate of Seiko Epson Corp., a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. Epson America has headquarters in Torrance, Calif. -0- NOTE TO EDITORS: Brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. CONTACT: EPSON Susie Mitchell, 310/782-5174 310/782-5179 (FAX) or Base One Marketing Julie O'Brien, 310/792-1877 |
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