LITE-ON IT Introduces New-Generation HDD/DVD Recorders with HDMI Output
Taipei (Taiwan), October 16, 2006'“Lite-On IT Corporation (TWE: 8008), the world's leading optical drive supplier, today announced the launch of its new-generation HDD/DVD recorder, the HD-A970GX, in a move to respond to the growing popularity of high-definition video market and to demonstrate its continuing endeavors in the consumer electronics segment.
Built on the innovative technology of the HD-A740 760 series, HD-A970GX delivers a much improved home entertainment experience with upgraded functions and new designs.
Enjoy the High-Definition World
With an advanced HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) output, HD-A970GX offers you hassle-free connection to the new-generation HDTV or HD-ready TV set with a single HDMI cable. Meanwhile, to bridge the current gap between the lower-resolution analog signals and the expanded display capability of HDTV, the HD-A970GX incorporates a video upscaler to enhance the source picture resolution up to 1080p (Progressive mode). This conversion process allows users to enjoy improved, near high-definition images.
320GB Massive Hard Drive
HD-A970GX is equipped with a massive 320GB hard drive, ideal for long-hour or instant recording. In SLP mode, the unit can record up to 413 hours of videos.
DivX® Video Playback
HD-A970GX supports the popular DivX® file format, allowing users to watch these digital files not only on PCs but also on TV!
User-Friendly Interfaces
As with its predecessors, HD-A970GX comes with the intutitive Easy Guider™ menu, guiding users to complete basic functions step by step. For this new model, Lite-On IT also introduced a newly-developed Easy Setup process to help users quickly set up the recorder for the first time.
An all-in-one model in design and features, HD-A970GX brings you flexibility and functionality in home video recording. For more information, please visit http://www.liteonit.com/.
* Product availability varies
depending on the region.
* HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
* DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX Inc. and are used under license.
* Easy Guider™ is a registered trademark of Lite-On IT Corp..
About Lite-On IT Corporation
Lite-On IT Corporation (TWE: 8008),
a member of Taiwan-based Lite-On Group, is the world's second-largest optical
drive supplier. Formally established in 1999 to concentrate on the optical drive
business, the company has since enjoyed a growing global presence. In April 2006
Lite-On IT acquired BenQ's ODD business unit, further strengthening its foothold
in the industry. Leveraging its competence in optical drive technology, Lite-On
IT expanded its business scope into the consumer electronics market in 2002 with
an extensive line of DVD recorders and to the automotive electronics segment in
2006. Headquartered in Taiwan, Lite-On IT was officially listed on Taiwan Stock
Exchange in 2004.
Source: Lite-On IT
