LITE-ON EASY DUBS IT

LITE-ON IT introduce a patented new feature (EZ-DUB) which is integrated into their latest line of external DVD burners, making copying easier and hassle-free

The EZ-DUB function works with the addition of two buttons to the DVD writer - 'DUB' and 'FILE'.
Specially developed hardware connects these buttons to the writer to allow users to copy discs in three simple steps:

1. Insert the original CD

2. Press the 'DUB' button

3. Replace the disc with a blank disc in the drive to record onto when prompted

In addition, users have a simple method to backup their data, simply by dragging files to the EZ-DUB folder on the desktop, inserting a blank disc and pressing the 'FILE' button.

Lite-On have developed their own user-friendly software to assist the above process and to keep the EZ-DUB easy to use, and like their previous DVD writers, they have maintained the compatibility with other burning software.

The first burner to incorporate this unique new technology is the SOHW-1673SU. This is an external – USB 2.0 - 16x dual drive with double-layer writing capability. It has an onboard 2MB buffer and utilises Lite-On IT's patented cutting-edge technologies.

The SOHW-1673SU includes write speeds of 4x on DVD+R (double-layer) media as well as 16x on single-layer DVD-RW and DVD+RW media. Re-writing speed is 8x for DVD+RW and 6x for DVD-RW. What's more it also has the best CD writing performance of any DVD drive on the market writing to CD-RW media at a speedy 48X.

KEY FEATURES of SOHW-1673SU

* EZ-DUB - Allows copying of discs and data by pressing only one button

* SMART-BURN - Eliminates buffer under-run and optimizes high-speed writing for all media

* SMART-X - For smooth and stable audio, setting the optimum speed for playback including high performance DAE/VCD/DVD data extraction

* Flash ROM supports online programming capability

The flexibility in writing to many different disc formats benefits both consumers and professionals in need of ample, yet cost-effective storage solutions, providing an excellent solution for audio enthusiasts seeking to archive more songs and video-files.

With this product you'll find a way to easily store more digital content, and with the implementation of EZ-DUB, it will be easier than ever before to copy this data from files and/or discs.

The flexibility in writing to many different disc formats benefits both consumers and professionals in need of ample, yet cost-effective storage solutions, providing an excellent solution for audio enthusiasts seeking to archive more songs and video-files. With this product you'll find a way to easily store more digital content, and with the implementation of EZ-DUB, it will be easier than ever before to copy this data from files and/or discs.

Compatibility
The SOHW-1673SU external drive supports the Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating environments, although the EZ-DUB function is only supported in 2000/XP operating systems.

The drive weighs 1.3Kg and measures 172(w)x66(h)x243(d)mm.

Software
The SOHW-1673SU bundles an impressive assortment of DVD authoring software and recording applets for creation of data, music, and video discs, including Ahead's Nero Express 6, Nero Vision Express, and PowerDVD from Cyberlink. For sheer simplicity and power, these applications are ideally suited to meet a wide range of consumer requirements for the creation and playback of DVDs, VCDs, and SVCDs.

About LITEON IT
Floated on the Taiwan stock exchange in 2001 and founded in 1995, Taipei-based LITEON IT have grown to become the Worlds 3rd largest optical device manufacturer, setting the standard in providing CD/DVD players and recorders in both the consumer and PC markets.

Recognized for their cutting-edge technology and quality, LITE-ON IT have consistently delivered a range of superior performance quality ODD products into the consumer electronics sector and won supply contracts with many leading manufacturers such as Dell and HP. See http://www.liteonit.com for further information.

UK trade authorized distributors

Computer Connections
Harrogate
http://www.storagecompany.com

Ingram Micro
Milton Keynes, Bucks
http://www.ingrammicro.co.uk

Actebis
Swindon, Wiltshire
http://www.actebis.co.uk

Micro P
Lancashire
http://www.micro-p.com

Microtronica
Reading
http://www.microtronica.com

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