The press release
Lite-On IT launch worlds fastest
DVD writers
20x speed feature-packed LH-20A1P & H drives
Although 16x has long been considered the maximum writing speed for a DVD Lite-On IT has today increased the industry standard to 20x with the launch of their LH-20A1P drive.
"As a World leading provider of optical storage solutions for PCs Lite-On IT is obliged to stay in front with new technological breakthroughs", says Jelmer Veldman, Lite-On IT's European marketing manager. "Lite-On is the first brand to release a 20x DVD writer. With this drive we can see recording times of a full DVD coming close to five minutes.
The drive also features DVD-RAM compatibility at 12x, making it a very complete optical storage solution for everyone's needs. And for the creative user Lite-On will release a LightScribe version of this drive as well", Mr. Veldman adds. The Lite-On LH-20A1P and LH-20A1H are "Super AllWrite(tm)" DVD writers providing consumers a one-stop archival and presentation solution for anyone who has a need to copy and store information, files, photographs, music or any other important data. Both are capable of reading, writing and re-writing any disc format on the market, including DVD-RAM and Double-Layer +/- format discs.
Both DVD writers also feature Smart-Write(tm) technology setting the optimal writing strategy. Furthermore, the LH-20A1H is equipped with LightScribe technology.
Availability and price
The Lite-On LH-20A1P will be available in Europe end of December 2006. The Lite-On LH-20A1H will be available in Europe early 2007.
The LH-20A1P will retail at around 30 pounds sterling.
About SmartWrite(tm)
SmartWrite(tm) is designed to optimize the writing strategy for each burning session. Using a smart writing algorithm and self-learning techniques, it will detect and select the best method of writing data for each type of media used, and then remember that decision for future sessions.
About LightScribe
Lightscribe is an innovative technology that uses the laser in compatible drives to 'draw' high quality images on the top of specially produced discs. It provides the ultimate professional finish and makes creased labels and smudged pen a thing of the past. Visit www.lightscribe.com for more information. Note LightScribe labeling requires LightScribe media.
Specifications (LH-20A1P & LH-20A1H)
20x speed feature-packed LH-20A1P & H drives
Although 16x has long been considered the maximum writing speed for a DVD Lite-On IT has today increased the industry standard to 20x with the launch of their LH-20A1P drive.
"As a World leading provider of optical storage solutions for PCs Lite-On IT is obliged to stay in front with new technological breakthroughs", says Jelmer Veldman, Lite-On IT's European marketing manager. "Lite-On is the first brand to release a 20x DVD writer. With this drive we can see recording times of a full DVD coming close to five minutes.
The drive also features DVD-RAM compatibility at 12x, making it a very complete optical storage solution for everyone's needs. And for the creative user Lite-On will release a LightScribe version of this drive as well", Mr. Veldman adds. The Lite-On LH-20A1P and LH-20A1H are "Super AllWrite(tm)" DVD writers providing consumers a one-stop archival and presentation solution for anyone who has a need to copy and store information, files, photographs, music or any other important data. Both are capable of reading, writing and re-writing any disc format on the market, including DVD-RAM and Double-Layer +/- format discs.
Both DVD writers also feature Smart-Write(tm) technology setting the optimal writing strategy. Furthermore, the LH-20A1H is equipped with LightScribe technology.
Availability and price
The Lite-On LH-20A1P will be available in Europe end of December 2006. The Lite-On LH-20A1H will be available in Europe early 2007.
The LH-20A1P will retail at around 30 pounds sterling.
About SmartWrite(tm)
SmartWrite(tm) is designed to optimize the writing strategy for each burning session. Using a smart writing algorithm and self-learning techniques, it will detect and select the best method of writing data for each type of media used, and then remember that decision for future sessions.
About LightScribe
Lightscribe is an innovative technology that uses the laser in compatible drives to 'draw' high quality images on the top of specially produced discs. It provides the ultimate professional finish and makes creased labels and smudged pen a thing of the past. Visit www.lightscribe.com for more information. Note LightScribe labeling requires LightScribe media.
Specifications (LH-20A1P & LH-20A1H)
DVD
Write
DVD+R 20X maximum by CAV
DVD+R DL 8X maximum by CLV
DVD-R 20X maximum by CAV
DVD-R DL 8X maximum by CLV
ReWrite
DVD+RW 8X maximum by Z-CLV
DVD-RW 6X maximum by CLV
DVD-RAM 12X maximum by P-CAV
Read
DVD-ROM 16X maximum by CAV
DVD+R 20X maximum by CAV
DVD+R DL 8X maximum by CLV
DVD-R 20X maximum by CAV
DVD-R DL 8X maximum by CLV
ReWrite
DVD+RW 8X maximum by Z-CLV
DVD-RW 6X maximum by CLV
DVD-RAM 12X maximum by P-CAV
Read
DVD-ROM 16X maximum by CAV
CD
Write - CD-R 48X
maximum by CAV
ReWrite - CD-RW 32X maximum by Z-CLV, in Ultra Speed disc
Read - CD-ROM 48X maximum by CAV
ReWrite - CD-RW 32X maximum by Z-CLV, in Ultra Speed disc
Read - CD-ROM 48X maximum by CAV
LightScribe Labeling (LH-20A1H only)
CD Labeling - 1.6X
DVD Labeling - 1.6X
DVD Labeling - 1.6X
* Access time (maximum): DVD: 160ms, CD: 160ms
* PC requirements : Pentium 4 1.3GHz or faster CPU and 128MB or higher RAM are required 650MB HDD available capacity; and 9GB free space for creating a DVD image file
* Compatibility: Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP
* MTBF: 70,000 POH at 25% duty cycle in room temperature
* Environment:
Operating: 5°C to
50°C; Relative Humidity: 15% to 80%
Non-Operating: -40°C to 65°C; Relative Humidity: 15% to 95%
Non-Operating: -40°C to 65°C; Relative Humidity: 15% to 95%
* Dimensions: 145.8(W) x 41.3(H) x 170(D) mm
* Weight: < 900g
Further technical specifications for this drive may be found at http://www.liteonit.eu.
About Lite-On IT
Lite-On IT Corporation is part of the Taiwanese Lite-On Group, which consists of nine consolidated companies. Lite-On Group, founded in 1975, is a world leading company in digital convergence (3C: Computer, Communications, and Consumer electronics) employing 35,000 people worldwide. Lite-On Group has 45 factories, 29 branch offices, and 4 R&D centers worldwide and generated total revenue of 5.2 Billion USD in 2005.
Lite-On IT was founded in 1995 and has grown since to become the World's 2nd largest optical disc drive manufacturer. Check http://www.liteonit.com for further information
