CHATSWORTH, Calif., July 14, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Alera Technologies, developer and manufacturer of Advanced Optical Recording Solutions, proudly announces the next generation of its Award Winning DVD Recorder Solutions. Alera Technologies has won two in a row Editor's Choice distinctions for its DVD Recording solutions in recent months.
Alera Technologies unveils its new DVD Quad Cruiser(tm), the external DVD recorder that solves the DVD format dilemma. The new DVD Quad Cruiser is based on Dual Standard 8-in-1 DVD- and DVD+ R/RW Technology and supports all popular DVD formats. Now customers will be able to use DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW and CD-ROM discs all with one product. The DVD Quad Cruiser is an external 4x DVD Recorder with USB 2.0 A-Connect strategy that can support optional IEEE 1394 FireWire or Cardbus/PCMCIA connections and includes a unique software suite (Ulead MovieFactory, Ahead Nero Express Suite, MusicMatch Jukebox, and a DVD Movie Player).
"Our Prosumer customers have demanded faster DVD Recording speeds and support for additional recording formats. Alera Technologies is proud to offer both, with a leap ahead in functionality at no additional cost, introducing our new DVD Dual Standard recorder technology that supports all of the popular DVD Formats. Alera Technologies has again successfully blended 4x DVD Dual Recording technology with a complete, professional strength software suite and its unique A-Connect strategy, that has proven to be an Award Winning combination. Our complete package, including the right software tools, is very important for all users especially those that want to record and edit video," stated Perry Solomon, President and CEO.
The DVD Quad Cruiser DVD Recorder (Alera Technologies Part No. 270107, Ingram Micro SKU No. 882934) provides video professionals and enthusiasts with the key features needed for creating DVDs or CDs. It has the tools to author professional video presentations and put them on DVD discs in a format that can be played back on most DVD set top players and computer DVD-ROM drives. Alera Technologies includes Ulead's DVD MovieFactory, with the DVD Quad Cruiser giving users the tools they need to manage their Video Recording and Presentation. With Ahead Nero Express and Nero Vision Express, you have powerful features for creating DVDs and CDs the easy way. Also included is MusicMatch Juke box and a DVD Movie Player to easily view your creations.
The DVD Quad Cruiser is based on 4x DVD Dual technology with the fastest DVD Write and ReWrite speeds. It writes DVD- and DVD+ R at 4x (5.54MB/s), DVD-RW at 2x (2.77MB/s), DVD+RW at 2.4x (3.3MB/s), CD-R at 16x (2.4MB/s) and CD-RW at 10x (1.5MB/s). It also reads DVD-ROM and DVD-Video, DVD- and DVD+ R, DVD- and DVD+ RW, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA (Audio CD), CD-ROM (Mode 1&2), CD-ROM XA, Video CD, Photo-CD (Single or Multi-session), CD-Extra, CD Plus, CD-Text, Hybrid CD. All of this and a small footprint which is easily transported. The DVD Quad Cruiser is Hot Pluggable, with included A-Connect(tm) USB 2.0 cable connection. Also available are Optional A-Connect FireWire and Cardbus/PCMCIA Connection Kits.
The DVD Quad Cruiser can be connected to multiple systems with different interfaces by merely changing cables. The DVD Quad Cruiser external solution is offered with an A-Connect(tm) USB 2.0 Connection Kit. The DVD Quad Cruiser can also be connected with optional A-Connect FireWire IEEE 1394 Connection Kit for PC (Alera Technologies Part No. 240110), A-Connect Cardbus/PCMCIA Connection Kits (Alera Technologies Part No. 240112, Ingram Micro SKU No. 326338) and optional Macintosh A-Connect FireWire Connection Kits (Alera Technologies Part No. 240115, Ingram Micro SKU No. 645358) which includes Charismac Discribe software for Macintosh. A-Connect kits extend portability between systems with different connection ports and buses. An optional Vertical Stand is also available (Alera Technologies Part No. 240113). The estimated street price of the DVD Quad Cruiser is a low $399.
Alera Technologies full line of DVD and CD recording and duplication solutions are featured at 4SURE.com, AAFES, Amazon.com, Best Buy, Buy.com, CDW, CompUSA, Global Computer, Insight, J & R, Mac Connection, MacMall, Mac Warehouse, Micro Center, Micro Warehouse, Office Depot, Office Max, PC Connection, PC Mall, PC Nation, Tech Depot, Wolfe's, Zones, in addition to other leading retailers. Government and Education customers may purchase from Government and Education Specialists including AAFES, CDW-G, CompuCom, Daly Computer, EnPointe, Fed Tek, GCI, GovConnection, GOVPLACE, Green Pages, GTSI, Horizon, Insight Gov, Manchester, Northern NEF, PC Mall Gov. All products are available to resellers through Ingram Micro, the world's largest micro computer distributor. Complete information available at http://www.aleratec.com
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Alera Technologies is a leading developer and manufacturer of "Prosumers' Choice" solutions for the DVD and CD recording technology markets. Alera Technologies' exciting new DVD and CD recording solutions are creating a new standard in the industry with professional strength solutions at consumer prices that are exceptionally easy to use and understand. The Alera Technologies' offering is augmented with advanced high performance DVD and CD media, and unique, useful accessories. Alera Technologies is headquartered at 21722 Lassen Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311. For more information visit http://www.aleratec.com. E-mail sales@aleratec.com. Toll Free Phone: 1-866-77-ALERA, Phone: 1-818-678-6900, or FAX: 1-818-475-5200.
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