Breakthrough Product Provides Complete Read/Write and Write-Once Capability
For DVDs, CDs; Includes Bundle of Top-Rated BHA(R) Software Utilities
For Ease of Use
NEW YORK, June 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, Booth
2645 -- Shecom Corporation, a leading mass storage and multimedia solutions
provider, today upped the ante in the DVD peripherals marketplace via the
release of its Ikebana(R) DVD+RW/+R external multimedia drive. The Ikebana
DVD+RW/+R, announced at PCExpo 2002 in New York City, provides complete
read/write and write-once functionality for DVDs and CDs, and immediately
becomes Shecom's premier multimedia solution for consumer and professional
use.
The Ikebana DVD+RW/+R features an unparalleled combination of power and
convenience in one portable, easy-to-use device. Both PC and Mac compatible,
it burns a full-length movie in 30 minutes, and easily holds up to 4.7 GB
(650/700 MB in CD mode) of high-quality video, music, graphics, or other data.
The unit's write-once capability sets is apart from conventional DVD+RW
drives, giving users the ability to reliably store files permanently as
needed.
"The Ikebana DVD+RW/+R is the ultimate combination of dependability and
performance," said Raju Shewa, chief executive officer of Shecom Corporation.
"Not only is the unit built on an ultra-reliable, name-brand DVD drive, but
also it includes BHA(R) Corporation's B's Recorder GOLD(R), B's DVD, and B's
CLiP, the most complete and easy-to-use recording utilities on the market.
This product sets new standards for power and simplicity, giving users
everything they need in one all-purpose device."
Built to support both IEEE-1394 FireWire and USB 2.0 interfaces, the
Ikebana DVD+RW/+R features ultra-high performance data transfer rates of 400
Mbps (FireWire) and 480 Mbps (USB 2.0). The unit records at 2.4x speed in
DVD+RW and DVD+R mode, and offers CD recording rates of 2x, 4x, 8x, and 12x
(CD-R) and 2x, 4x, and 10x (CD-RW).
Further expanding the device's versatility is its wide variety of write
options. In DVD+RW mode the Ikebana DVD+RW/+R supports both random access
write and sequential write (sequential write in DVD+R), while CD-R and CD-RW
offers Disc At Once, Session At Once, Track At Once, Multi-Session, and Packet
Write. The product's CD configuration offers all formats including CD-DA,
CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-Extra, CD-I, Mixed-mode CD, Video CD, Photo CD, CD Text,
and Bootable CD.
Ikebana DVD+RW/+R discs are compatible with any DVD-ROM drive or DVD video
player. The unit is hot pluggable for easy connectivity without powering down
the host computer, and its quick format function enables instant start-up of
recording sessions. The retail package includes AC power supply, USB/FireWire
interface cable, blank discs, software, and carrying case; a 1-year warranty
is included.
Pricing and Availability
Shecom Corporation's Ikebana DVD+RW/+R is priced at $459.00 (MSRP), and is
available for immediate shipping. Ikebana products are sold through a number
of national and regional retail chains and catalog/internet partners including
MacMall/PCMall, MacZone/PCZone, MicroWarehouse, and Fry's Electronics. For
more information about the new Ikebana DVD+RW/+R external multimedia drive,
visit http://www.ikebanadrive.com .
About Shecom Corporation:
Shecom Corporation has emerged as a premier manufacturer of mass storage
and multimedia solutions under the Ikebana(TM) trade name, utilizing high
speed IEEE-1394 FireWire and USB 2.0 interfaces. The company's retail
packaged offerings include hard disk drive capacities up to 160GB, 2.5 inch
hard drives, CD-RW drives, DVD+RW and DVD+RW/+R drives, DVD+RW media, and
Slimline multimedia. All Ikebana products are compatible with PC and Mac
operating systems.
With almost two decades of experience, Shecom has developed relationships
with today's leading manufacturers, ensuring their customers high quality
products with competitive pricing and tier one support. For more information,
contact Shecom's corporate headquarters at: 22951 E. La Palma Avenue, Yorba
Linda, California 92887. Phone: 714-692-7070 Fax: 714-692-7051, or visit
http://www.shecom.com or http://www.ikebanadrive.com .
Ikebana is a registered trademark of Shecom Corporation. BHA and B's
Recorder GOLD are registered trademarks of BHA Corporation. FireWire is a
trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
SOURCE Shecom Corporation
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Related links:
http://www.ikebanadrive.com
http://www.shecom.com
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Jason Ovitt of S&S Public Relations, Inc.,
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