Toshiba notebook with DVD-ROM.......................
MPEG2 decoding is "integrated" with the notebook. This sounds like a hardware decoder. FredE, it's screwdriver time.
New Toshiba Notebook Combines Power And DVD-ROM
For The Ultimate Mobile Multimedia Experience
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 3, 1997--
EDITOR'S SUMMARY:
-- Tecra 750DVD: The ultimate multimedia portable offers advanced
presentation capabilities with a DVD drive, built-in MPEG-2
decoding and Dolby Digital AC-3 sound support.
-- Tecra 750CDM: To meet present needs and provide support for
future capabilities, this new notebook offers the same advanced
computing and multimedia capabilities as the 750DVD, but ships
with a 20X max speed CD-ROM drive instead of a DVD drive.
The Computer Systems Division (CSD) of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. (TAIS), the
world leader in mobile computing, Monday reconfirmed its technology leadership in mobile
computing with the introduction of two new Tecra models, the Tecra 750DVD and Tecra
750CDM. The ultimate in mobile multimedia computing, these new Tecras are designed for
advanced mobile users such as sales professionals, software and multimedia developers, and
CAD/CAM users.
Building on the flagship design of the 750CDT introduced in
September, the Tecra 750DVD and 750CDM integrate cutting-edge full
DVD video playback with MPEG-2 decoding, Dolby Digital AC-3 sound
support and 3D graphics to make multimedia presentations come alive.
Available in two configurations, the Tecra 750DVD ships with a
DVD-ROM drive while the 750CDM includes a 20X max speed CD-ROM drive.
"Toshiba's Tecra 750DVD notebook offers a number of advantages to mobile customers, including
dramatically increased storage capabilities and enhanced graphics support for presentations," said
Jeffrey Friederichs, vice president of worldwide marketing for Toshiba's Computer Systems Group.
"DVD allows customers to consolidate seven CDs worth of reference materials onto one DVD
disk. DVD disks can also hold multiple tracks for language, music or content, allowing presentations
to be customized and significantly reducing the number of materials professionals are required to
carry."
Unparalleled Multimedia Capabilities
The Tecra 750DVD and 750CDM are the ultimate mobile solutions for advanced customers
requiring outstanding multimedia capabilities, premiere communications and software designed to
support corporations interested in managing their assets.
Both Tecras feature Intel's 233MHz Mobile Pentium processor with
MMX technology. With the lower power consumption of Intel's 233MHz
processor and Toshiba's proprietary chipset, Toshiba was able to
achieve 3.7 hours of battery life while adding innovative multimedia
capabilities and performance. Unlike other DVD notebooks requiring
adapters for MPEG-2 video playback, the Tecra 750DVD offers a
completely integrated solution for commercial DVD content, DVD movie
playback (supported by Windows 95 only) and storage up to 15.9GB of
information.
The Tecra 750CDM, which ships with a CD-ROM drive, offers the same built-in MPEG-2 support
as the 750DVD. To maximize the customers return on investment, it also supports an optional DVD
drive to provide the same full DVD video playback as the Tecra 750DVD. The Tecra 750DVD
and 750CDM also provide outstanding features for enhanced presentation and video capabilities
with S3's ViRGE/MX 3D graphics accelerator and 4MB of fast synchronous GRAM video
memory.
S3's DuoView technology solves a common problem encountered by
professionals using low-resolution external projection panels.
DuoView allows the Tecra 750's brilliant 13.3-inch 1024 x 768 display
to run simultaneously at the same resolution supported by most
projection devices.
In addition, DuoView protects the customer's investment with support for advanced simultaneous
display applications with future versions of Windows. Perfect for presentations, customers will be
able to run simultaneous displays running at different resolutions and create a "virtual desktop,"
extending the notebook's LCD workspace to an external monitor.
The Tecra 750 line also comes standard with a digital color
camera and VideoBrush software which allows customers to
electronically capture whiteboard notes, blueprints or photographs.
In addition, video capture software can be used to video record
meetings for distribution to clients and co-workers.
Business Communications on the Road
The Toshiba Tecra 750 notebook series is the communication
partner for the mobile executive. With a built-in K56flex modem with
cellular support, the Tecra 750DVD and 750CDM offer superior
communication capabilities for fast Internet downloading and E-mail
access.
For advanced POTS-based (standard telephone lines) H.324 and Internet-based H.323 video
conferencing, the Tecra 750DVD and 750CDM also includes the Noteworthy Business Video
Phone with ProShare technology. With its high-speed PCI/ZV video capture port and new digital
camera, the 750DVD and 750CDM provides fast image capture and video processing up to 24
frames per second. Offering complete collaborative and interactive data sharing capabilities,
customers in different locations can work on the same documents simultaneously. Customers can
transfer and exchange files, engage in whiteboarding or send snapshots with Microsoft's NetMeeting
2.0 software.
Superior Storage and Expansion Capabilities
The Tecra 750DVD and 750CDM come standard with a removable 4.77GB hard disk drive, while
an optional second 3.82GB hard drive can be housed in the notebook's SelectBay, allowing
customers with large storage needs to house up to 8.59GB of information on their notebook. The
notebook's SelectBay can also hold the DVD-ROM drive (standard on the 750DVD), 20X max
speed CD-ROM drive (standard on the Tecra 750CDM), 1.44MB floppy disk drive or a second
optional battery for more than 7 hours of battery life. Both systems are completely compatible with
either a DVD drive or a CD-ROM drive which are available through Toshiba's Noteworthy
accessories catalog. All SelectBay components are hot-swappable under Windows 95.
To enable advanced performance and multimedia capabilities, the
Tecra 750DVD comes with 64MB of EDO DRAM while the Tecra 750CDM comes
with 32MB of EDO DRAM. Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports allow
customers to daisy-chain multiple devices to their notebook, such as
scanners or printers. Additional expansion is also provided through
the optional DeskStation V Plus docking station or NoteDock II
Enhanced Port Replicator.
Exceptional Manageability Provides an Excellent Total Computing Experience
As with all Tecra 500 and 700 series notebooks, these new
introductions are part of Toshiba's total enterprise solution. The
Tecra 750DVD and 750CDM enhance Toshiba's total computing experience
by providing increased manageability features including:
-- DMI 2.0 BIOS support -- makes inventory tracking easy with user programmable hardware
asset tagging. -- ACPI V1.0 compliance and PC97 certification -- allows customers to take
advantage of enhanced plug 'n play and power management capabilities with future operating
systems. -- LANDesk Client Manager 3.1 system management software -- lowers on-going support
costs and reduces repair time by offering complete system management with true remote access
capability for network administrators. -- Hardware and software security with power-on access
passwords, two cable lock ports and full security when docked -- protects the notebook,
accessories and information from theft and unauthorized access. -- Windows 95 standard with
options for Windows for Workgroups 3.11 or Windows NT 4.0 Workstation -- to meet most
corporate customers operating system requirements.
Toshiba continues to respond to corporate customer needs by
providing backward-compatibility, security features and investment
protection. Both the Tecra 750DVD and 750CDM work with many existing
Tecra peripherals, including Desk Station V Plus Docking Station and
NoteDock II Enhanced Port Replicator. Further investment protection
is provided with Toshiba's unique intelligent identification
capability, which allows Toshiba notebooks to instantly recognize and
configure to different docking station or port replicator set-ups,
for those traveling between home and office or field locations.
Tecra 520CDT: Excellent Desktop Alternative Adds Even More Storage Capability
Meeting the needs of its mainstream corporate users, Toshiba has
added almost twice the hard drive storage on its full-featured Tecra
520CDT. Designed as an excellent desktop alternative in a
lightweight 6.35 pound design, the Tecra 520CDT will now offer a 4GB
hard disk drive.
It will continue to offer customers powerful features, including an Intel 166 MHz Pentium processor
with MMX technology, 32MB of EDO DRAM, and SelectBay modularity for an additional hard
drive, 10X CD-ROM or an additional battery for 67 percent more battery power. A Universal
Serial Bus (USB) port provides a standard connection for attaching devices such as keyboards,
printers and scanners.
Availability and Pricing
The Tecra 750DVD, Tecra 750CDM and Tecra 520CDT will be available in November through
Toshiba's traditional distribution channels including VARs, distributors and dealers. A limited
three-year warranty is included standard. The estimated single unit price for the Tecra 750DVD is
$5,799 while the Tecra 750CDM is priced at $5,399. The Tecra 520CDT is priced at $3,799.
About Toshiba
Toshiba continues to be the leading vendor in the U.S. market for portable computers. The company
offers portable and desktop computing solutions for consumer and business customers under the
Toshiba brand name. For dealer referral and product literature, call 800/334-3445, or visit the
company's World Wide Web site at computers.toshiba.com .
With headquarters in Irvine and annual sales of approximately
$4 billion, Toshiba America Information Systems (TAIS) is comprised
of nine divisions which manufacture and market a wide range of
business and information-oriented products in the United States.
Products include portable and desktop computers, disk drives, plain
paper copiers, facsimile systems, voice mail systems, digital key
telephones, toner products, optical fiber modems and digital cameras.
TAIS is an independent operating company, owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of the
$53 billion Toshiba Corp., the world's fifth largest electronics and electrical equipment manufacturer,
and the 32nd largest corporation in terms of sales. Toshiba Corporation is a world leader in high
technology products with 207 major subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide.
NOTE TO EDITORS: These products will be on display for the first
time at Comdex/Fall '97, South Hall Booth No. L1214
Tecra is a trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems Pentium and MMX are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Intel Corp. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corp. "Dolby" "AC-3" are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corp. All other trademarks belong to their respective
companies.
CONTACT: The Benjamin Group Inc.
Eric Greene or Ruth Rosene
714/245-7500
egreene@oc.tbgi.com/rrosene@oc.tbgi.com
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