JCCOM's New 36X Multi-read, Multi-tasking CD-ROM Features Velocity Control Logic to Reduce Access Time.TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 1, 1998--Japan Computer & Communications Inc. (JCCOM) Friday introduced a multi-read, multi-tasking 36X CD-ROM drive that employs a velocity control logic feature to reduce access time and increase the lifespan of the motor mechanism. In addition, the new drive supports all the latest 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). formats including: Multisession Photo-CD, CD-Digital Audio, CD-XA CD-XA Compact Disc - Read Only Memory Extended Architecture , 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. , CD-R, High Sierra, CDEXTRA, Enhanced CD, I-trax, Video CD/2.0, and CD-RW (CD-ReWritable) The only rewritable CD technology. CD-RW disks look like other CD media, but with close inspection, they have a more polished surface with a very dark blue-gray cast. . With Velocity Control Logic (VCL), the JCD-36X achieves a smooth velocity profile of the laser mechanism over the entire disk surface. Transfer rates range from 2700 to 5400 Kbps. An advanced fluid-bearing motor design offers increased stability and reliability, while a 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 mechanism eliminates the need for costly caddies. With just a slight push, the tray closes automatically, and for greater ease of use, its front panel offers a two-button design that can be used to instantly access playback functions. Other JCD-36X features include DMA support, a self-calibrating digital servo control, CD-ROM bootability and Video CD compatible/MPEG with full motion video playback. The system offers dynamic audio playback enhanced through 1-bit DAC See D/A converter and discretionary access control. DAC - Digital to Analog Converter . Compatible with computers running DOS 5.0 and higher, MS Windows 3.1, MS Windows 95, MS Windows NT and OS/2, the JCD-36X requires minimal CPU CPU in full central processing unit Principal component of a digital computer, composed of a control unit, an instruction-decoding unit, and an arithmetic-logic unit. utilization, enabling supported operating systems to run at maximum speed and efficiency. MSRP for the JCD-36X is $99. Availability is immediate through JCCOM's nationwide distributor and retail network, including Fry's and other popular mass merchandisers. With headquarters in Torrance, Japan Computer & Communications manufactures and markets CD-R and CD-RW drives, modems, videoconferencing solutions and video capture/display products. Additional information about JCCOM products and its Reseller Program requirements can be obtained via the Internet at www.jccom.com or by phone at 310/328-3333, fax 310/328-3555 or email info@jccom.com. JCCOM is located at 1820 W. Carson St., Ste. 222, Torrance, Calif., 90501 and 7200 N.W. 19th St., Ste. 303, Miami, Fla., 33126. CONTACT: Daly-Swartz PR Jeffrey Swartz, 714/361-6888 jeff_swartz@prodigy.com |
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