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Globalstor Data Corporation and Pioneer Electronics (USA), Inc. (NYSE:PIO), Business Solutions Division, the leader in recordable DVD technology, announced today that Pioneer’s advanced storage system, the DRM-7000 FlexLibrary™, will be demonstrating seamless media encoding an delivery using Globalstor’s revolutionary Network Attached Storage (NAS) digital video server, the InfinAttach DVÔ throughout NAB at Pioneer’s booth #_____. Combined, the solutions offer broadcasters seamless, automatic video encoding and delivery – in any format, across any network, optimized for exchange between incompatible devices, with virtually unlimited scalable capacity.
Developed by Globalstor, a leading provider of high-end mass storage solutions, the InfinAttach DV solution integrates industry-standard technology, making it easy for organizations of all sizes and economics to convert their captured video into high quality, Dolby-enhanced, digital MPEG-2 files. Offering support to as many as 60 SCSI devices, the InfinAttach also includes an additional expansion slot, which can be used as Fibre Channel support or gigabit Ethernet card for even greater value. A breakthrough in economics, the InfinAttach not only provides users with a low-cost turnkey network solution, it also puts an end to per-slot charges saving organizations thousands of dollars per years.
"The largest application for recordable DVD is video," said Andy Parsons, senior vice president of industrial video/mass storage sales and marketing, Pioneer Electronics (USA), Inc., Business Solutions Division. "Combining the FlexLibrary with Globalstor’s InfinAttach DV provides ease of integration and true ease-of-use in a completely scaleable, fully customized, intuitive solution for recording and archiving video content."
The DRM-7000 FlexLibrary is the latest and most advanced storage system offered by Pioneer. An innovative modular approach offers the flexibility to accommodate any drive-to-disc ratio from a maximum of 720 discs with two drives to a maximum of 370 discs with 16 drives. Hot swappable for on-the-fly drive replacement, Pioneer offers a broad range of drive options including the company’s newest, the DVR-A04, which supports multiple recording formats
including DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R and CD-RW as well as CD buffer underrun protection support for high speed CD-RW media. A flip mechanism provides immediate access to double-sided discs, and a unique built-in memory feature enables the 20-disc Hypermagazine or a 50-disc magazine to perform off-line archiving.
"The FlexLibrary combined with the multi-format capability of their new DVD/CD drives give organizations the flexibility to manage their video assets without compromise," said Scott Leif, President of Globalstor Data Corp. "Combined with the InfinAttach, FlexLibrary users can edit content and birn directly to the library producing virtually unlimited, broadcast-quality video files that can be seamlessly shared across the entire network. "
DVB compatible, the InfinAttach DV includes a 100GB hard drive, a Pentium III 900 or faster CPU, 256MB RAM, dual 10/100 Network interface and pre-loaded library management software. Compatible with most NT-compatible software, users can also use off-the-shelf programs such as Open ArchitectureÒ.
Working together, the InfinAttach DV can provide FlexLibrary users with the ability to convert, store and recall, virtually unlimited broadcast-quality or streaming video files automatically. In addition to converting raw content into Dolby-enhanced, digital MPEG-2 files, as a NAS devise the InfinAttach DV can also provide quicker access to shared files while decreasing the demands of application servers. InfinAttach DV takes only seconds to connect to the network, without requiring a system administrator. Embedded NT provides unlimited client access, and using Microsoft’s NetMeeting, or any other remote administration utility, provides complete remote management capability. Additional remote management capability for UNIX users is also included.
The InfinAttach DV offers support for Mac, Novell, NT and UNIX clients, In the event of a power failure or other catastrophic event, Globalstor’s InfinAttach DV automatically restarts and performs a full system configuration, restoring the system within minutes. The compact Server measures only 10.5" x 5.25" x 16.25"(W x H x L) and can be easily mounted to any library.
Globalstor’s InfinAttach solutions will be featured at NAB 2002, in booth #S6572 in the Sands Convention & Expo Center. Pioneer will demonstrate The DRM-7000 FlexLibrary at their booth, #______ of the Las Vegas Convention Center/Sands .
Pricing and Availability
Available for direct sale through Globalstor Data or to OEMs for development into specific applications, the InfinAttach DV will begin shipping the end of April and will include a two-year factory warranty. List price for the basic InfinAttach DV unit start at $11,572. DVR mastering software is available.
Pioneer’s DVR-A04 is available now with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $499. The DRM-7000 FlexLibrary is also shipping, with MSRPs starting at $_____.
About Pioneer
Pioneer’s Mass Storage Group is a leading supplier of DVD-Recordable drives, automated DVD library systems, as well as MO and WORM multifunctional optical drives and media. The Mass Storage Group is part of the Business Solutions Division, which provides professional business-to-business products across a wide range of markets including cable television, professional video/audio, educational, medical, legal and banking.
Pioneer Corporation is a leader in optical disc technology and a preeminent manufacturer of high-performance audio, video, computer and cable equipment for the home, car and business markets. The company focuses on four core business domains including DVD, display technologies, Digital Network Entertainment™ and components. Founded in 1938 in Tokyo, Pioneer Corporation employs more than 31,000 people worldwide. Its shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:PIO). Pioneer’s U.S. headquarters is located in Long Beach, California. Web address is www.pioneerelectronics.com
About Globalstor Data
Headquartered in Chatsworth, CA, Globalstor Data Corporation is a leading distributor of high-end mass storage solutions and is widely recognized for its value-added services, including systems integration and customer support. An OEM with a full spectrum of hardware and software support, the firm’s competitively priced product line includes technically advanced DVD-RAM and Magneto-Optical (MO) drives and libraries for solutions scalable in excess of 18TB of capacity. Globalstor also provides a complete range of tape, CD, RAID and Fibre channel solutions with complete integration for all major operating systems. Globalstor serves a worldwide customer base from its U.S. headquarters in Chatsworth, California and internationally through a strong foundation of over-seas resellers.
**InfinAttach and InfinAttach DV are trademarks of Globalstor Data Corporation. All other company and/or product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers. Features, pricing, availability and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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