Multimedia to go: Toshiba unveils an integrated CD-ROM into new Satellite PRO(tm) T2150CD notebook computer series.IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 6, 1995--Bringing to market its first notebook computer A laptop computer that weighs in a range from five to seven pounds. The term originated when laptops were routinely more than 10 pounds, and those that became lighter were placed in a special "notebook" category. In practice, notebook computer and laptop computer are synonymous. with an integrated 5.25-inch double speed CD-ROM See 2x CD-ROM. drive, the Computer Systems Division of Toshiba America Information System, Inc. (TAIS TAIS Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. TAIS Tactical Airspace Integration System (US Army) TAIS Target Architecture and Implementation Strategy TAIS Texas Apiary Inspection Service ) Monday unveiled the Satellite Pro(tm) T2150CD Series which combines all the performance and capabilities needed for a no-compromise portable multimedia solution. The new Satellite Pro T2150CD Series offers unsurpassed multimedia performance, a large 10.4-inch color screen, an integrated AccuPoint(tm) pointing device An input device used to move the pointer (cursor) on screen. The major pointing device is the mouse for the desktop computer and the touchpad for the laptop, although many road warriors bring along a mouse. , integrated AC adapter Same as power adapter. , and a new local-bus graphics accelerated video controller to provide customers a sleek notebook computer with powerful entertainment and presentation capabilities. "Our goal was to put more flexibility and choice into the hands and briefcases of mobile computer users. The Satellite ProT2150CD Series is clearly an affordable top-of-the-line premium notebook packed with `got-to-have-it' features," stated Michael Winkler Winkler may refer to:
The Satellite Pro T2150CD Series delivers top-of-the-line mobile multimedia notebook computing with its vivid 10.4-inch active matrix color (T2150CDT CDT abbr. Central Daylight Time CDT Central Daylight Time CDT n abbr (US) (= Central Daylight Time) → hora de verano del centro; (BRIT ) or 10.4-inch dual-scan color (T2150CDS) screen. The active-matrix color screen offers up to 64K simultaneous colors from a 256K color palette Also called a "color lookup table," "lookup table," "index map," "color table" or "color map," it is a commonly used method for saving file space when creating 8-bit color images. while the dual-scan display supports 256 colors simultaneously at 640 x 480 and up to 64K simultaneous colors at 640 x 480 resolution externally. The Satellite Pro T2150CD Series comes standard with a hard disk drive capacity of 520 million bytes (=500MB) and base RAM options of 4MB for the T2150CDS and 8MB for the T2150CDT, expandable to 28MB and 32MB respectively, a bundled external 3.5-inch floppy drive, and an integrated AC adapter which does not require a fan. "The Satellite Pro T2150CD Series delivers functionality far beyond just stunning multimedia presentations. With all the technology features Toshiba has packed into this notebook, the Satellite Pro T2150CD Series is the industry's best mobile access information library," stated Steve Lair, vice president of marketing for the Computer Systems Division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. "Our customers' field productivity will sky rocket as a result of their ability to access mountains of needed information instantly via the built-in CD-ROM drive. "Key applications which will enable increased productivity for customers' using the Satellite T2150CD notebook computers include accessing extensive company product catalogues with video demonstrations, previewing upcoming television commercials and movie trailers, presenting company video profiles, and many other applications which demand access to information libraries," said Lair. Satellite Pro T2150CD Key Features The Satellite Pro T2150CD Series' capabilities are the most extensive of any notebook. It ships with a high performance 75MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. i486(tm)DX4 processor and features a new "fast-page" D-RAM See dynamic RAM. access which enables the system to respond quicker than conventional RAM access methods for performance-driven applications. This high-speed memory subsystem combined with the Satellite Pro T2150CD's high performance local-bus graphics accelerator featuring the Chips & Technologies 65545 graphics controller allows the Satellite Pro T2150CD series to easily rival the performance of competitive 100MHz i486DX4 processor based systems. And, with a total travel weight of only 7.3 pounds, the Satellite Pro T2150CD Series is one of the most portable high performance multimedia notebooks available which measures 11.7 inches (W) by 8.8 inches (D) by 2.1 inches (H). Toshiba Integrates Thin-Profile 17mm 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). into Satellite Pro T2150CD Series "Putting a CD-ROM drive into a notebook is difficult because of the limited real estate. But, with Toshiba's vertical manufacturing capability, we are able to design and manufacture a high performance, double speed 17mm high CD-ROM drive with minimal moving parts to increase quality, reliability and performance," stated Lair. The side-loading full-sized 5.25-inch CD-ROM drive, which is practical and easy to use, operates much like a CD changer Changer The name given to a clearing member that is willing to assume the opposite position of a futures contract within a larger alternative exchange, of which it also is a clearing member. in any stereo. "Our customers' biggest complaint is having to remove the CD-ROM drive to use the floppy drive. We conscientiously decided on a `hot plug' external 3.5-inch floppy drive to provide ease of use and portability by focusing on the customer's primary external data source of the CD-ROM without sacrificing easy floppy disk access." Multimedia-equipped for unforgettable presentations, the Satellite Pro T2150CD Series includes industry standard 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro(tm) compatible stereo sound and is .WAV and MIDI capable to play files using FM synthesis to fully support all business and entertainment programs. In addition, audio record and play back is possible via an internal microphone and speaker. External line-in, speaker and microphone ports are also standard equipment on the full-featured notebook computer. Satellite Pro T2150CD Ease-of-Use Features The Satellite Pro T2150CD Series is loaded with great new ease-of-use features. Users who depend on Windows (r) will find Toshiba's highly acclaimed keyboard with an integrated ambidextrous-placed "finger-touch" AccuPoint to be Toshiba's most easy-to-use pointing device. The pressure-sensitive pointing device has a non-slip, textured cap for better pointing and cursor control. Users can move the cursor and operate the click-and-drag buttons without ever having to move their hands away from the keyboard. The newly designed keyboard also incorporates a generous palmrest area for more comfortable typing. System configuration "hot keys" allow for instant control over special Toshiba features that streamline computing. To access a user's project more efficiently, the preinstalled Fn-esse(tm) software instantly launches applications or files. When it comes to expandability and connectivity, the Satellite Pro T2150CD Series features two Type II or one Type III PC Card (PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association, San Jose, CA, www.pcmcia.org) An international standards body and trade association that was founded in 1989 to establish a standard for connecting peripherals to portable computers. PCMCIA created the PC Card. See PC Card. ) slots for industry standard cards that ensure connection to the latest modems, local area network adapters, and removable storage devices. Also available is an optional port replicator to allow easy one-touch connectivity to any office environment. This port replicator comes equipped with a serial, parallel, external monitor, PS/2 keyboard, mouse, joystick, line-in, microphone, speaker and external 3.5-inch floppy disk drive floppy disk drive - disk drive ports. The Satellite Pro T2150CD Series implements "Plug-and-Play" BIOS support which works with socket and card services to configure PC Cards, fully tested with Toshiba systems, available from Toshiba as well as other suppliers. Standard interfaces include a high-speed serial port, ECP (Enhanced Capabilities Port) See IEEE 1284. 1. ECP - Engineering Change Proposal. 2. ECP - Enhanced Capabilities Port. 3. ECP - Extended Capabilities Port. 4. ECP - Extended Concurrent Prolog. parallel port, SVGA monitor connection, PS/2 keyboard port, external 3.5-inch floppy disk drive port, and microphone, headphone See headphones. and line-in ports. Powered by advanced NiMH battery technology, the T2150CD Series provides customers with 2.5-4 hours of battery life. Toshiba's MaxTime(r) power management, found in all Toshiba portable computers, enables power saving features to maximize battery life. Satellite Pro T2150CD Bundled Software and Pricing In addition to "how-to" multi-media demonstration software, Toshiba will preinstall MS-DOS MS-DOS in full Microsoft Disk Operating System Operating system for personal computers. MS-DOS was based on DOS, developed in 1980 by Seattle Computer Products. Microsoft Corp. bought the rights to DOS in 1981, and released MS-DOS with IBM's PC that year. (r) 6.22 and user selectable Windows(r) for Workgroups 3.11 or Windows (r) 3.11, Video for Windows The name of Microsoft's first video playback implementation in Windows. Supporting the AVI movie format, Video for Windows (VfW) was installed separately in Windows 3.x, but was later built into Windows 95 and subsequent versions. Run-Time with Indeo(tm), ESS, magiCDisc(tm), Fn-esse(tm), and other performance enhancing Toshiba utility programs on the Satellite Pro T2150CD Series. "This notebook packs a lot of power and speed into one very lightweight -- and relatively affordable -- package," stated Lair. The Satellite Pro T2150CDT is available immediately at a suggested retail price range of $4,899 to $5,199 with the Satellite Pro T2150CDS starting at $3,799 to $3,999. These new products will be available through the traditional distribution channels, including VARs, distributors, dealers and select retail outlets. Service Warranty and Product Support Services Product Support Services, more commonly referred to as PSS, is the Microsoft business unit with primary responsibility for responding to end-user and partner requests for assistance with the company's products and services. The Satellite Pro T2150CD Series includes Toshiba's three-year limited warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. for parts and labor, including international coverage in 23 countries at no cost. For a modest fee, customers may take advantage of other new service programs including no-fault coverage for screen damage, on-site service and shipping services. In addition, Toshiba offers 24-hour/7-days-per-week on-line technical assistance through its toll-free number, 800/999-4273, an electronic bulletin board service, a CompuServe forum and dealer referrals for authorized service providers. With headquarters in Irvine, Calif., with approximate annual sales of $2 billion, TAIS is comprised of seven divisions, which manufacture and market a wide range of business and information-oriented products in the United States. Products include portable computers, disk drives, plain paper copiers, facsimile systems, electronic key telephones and PBX (Private Branch eXchange) An inhouse telephone switching system that interconnects telephone extensions to each other as well as to the outside telephone network (PSTN). systems, and toner products. TAIS is an independent operating company operating company A business that engages in transactions with outsiders. , owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of the $44.9 billion Toshiba Corporation (the world's 20th largest corporation), a world leader in high technology products with 134 major consolidated subsidiaries worldwide. Recognized as a leading manufacturer in portable computing, the TAIS Computer Systems Division markets the broadest range of subnotebook See subnotebook computer. , notebook, mobile multimedia and pen computers in the industry. For dealer referral or product literature, call: 800/334-3445. -0- Editors note: Full product specifications and photography are available on request. CONTACT: Toshiba America Information Systems, Irvine Howard Emerson, 714/583-3925 or Maples & Associates, Irvine Bob Maples, 714/253-8737 |
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