Ricoh Masters The Media.Ricoh Corporation's Disc Media and Systems Center (DMS-C) division shipped its new four-in-one, CD-R/RW/DVD-ROM combo drive. Called the MediaMaster MP9060A, the CD-R/RW/DVD-ROM combination enables users to read DVD-ROM DVD-ROM: see digital versatile disc. A read-only DVD disc used to permanently store data files. DVD-ROM discs are widely used to distribute large software applications that exceed the capacity of a CD-ROM disc. and 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). , write to CD-R (CD-Recordable) A writable CD technology using a type of compact disc that can be recorded, but not erased (CD-Rs are "write once" discs). CD-R discs are used to master CD-ROMs, to back up data and to make copies of data for distribution. , and rewrite to 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. media. Ricoh's combo drive has a 6X CD-Recording speed, 4X CD-Rewriting, 24X CD-ROM reading, and a 4X DVD-ROM reading speed. The drive package includes Adaptec's Easy CD Creator Adaptec Easy CD Creator is a CD authoring program bundled with many early CD writers. It was part of a suite often just known as Adaptec Easy CD Creator, which consisted of:
DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. playback software. MSRP pricing for the company's retail bundle is $399. "Multi-functionality, convenience, and price make the [new product] attractive to home computer users and businesses that require DVD-ROM capability," according to Takayuki Kuroshima, marketing/business development manager at Ricoh Corporation's DMS-C. The division's plans for future product sets are to increase drive speeds and add rewritable DVD capabilities with an emphasis on the compatibility with DVD-ROM technology. It is a manufacturer that delivers CD-rewritable drives and media. Ricoh holds worldwide patents, including one for CD-RW media. The company uses its position as a media and drive manufacturer to promote adoption of standards within industry organizations. Headquartered in Tustin, CA, it is an OEM and supplier of CD-R/RW drives, optical storage products, recordable media, and related software products. DMS-C is one of the consortium members that developed the CD-RW industry specifications and a manufacturer of CD-rewritable disc drives. |
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