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DVD±R/RW
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PX-712A
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PX-504A
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CD-R/RW
Premium
Premium-U
PX-W5224TA
PX-W4012TS
PX-W4012TSE
  Premium-U
External USB 2.0 CD-Rewriter
52X Write
32X ReWrite
52X Read


 Firmware Upgrades
Leading Edge Performance
Plextor, one of the leading companies for the development and production of CD-ROM drives, CD-Recorders, CD-ReWriters and media is expanding its range with the PlexWriter Premium-U, which writes CD's at 52-speed, rewrites at 32-speed and reads at 52-speed. The PlexWriter Premium-U is the ideal instrument for both professional and private users who want to copy CD's, archive large files, or create multimedia productions.

The Retail package contains: PlexWriter Premium-U, 1 blank CD-R disc, 1 blank CD-R/W disc, CD-Recording software Nero + InCD (OEM version), Plextor Utility software (PlexTools Professional), manual in 16 languages, 1 USB cable, 1 power cable.

The firmware is stored in FlashROM which makes it possible to quickly and easily upgrade to the latest version. CD TEXT is also completely supported.

With the PlexWriter Premium-U, the user has a perfect all-in-one product for backup, duplication and all multimedia applications. CD's can be written, rewritten and read on a single unit, and at the highest possible speed.
PlexWriter Premium-U Benefits
  • 52X write CAV (when connected to Hi-Speed USB host)
  • 32X rewrite (when connected to Hi-Speed USB host)
  • 52X read CAV (when connected to Hi-Speed USB host) through SpeedRead function
  • Hi-Speed USB Interface (USB supports 4x Write, 4x Rewrite, 6x Read)
  • GigaRec Technology
  • SecuRec Technology
  • Silent Mode
  • Q-Check
  • Buffer Underrun Proof Technology
  • PoweRec Technology (Plextor Optimised Writing Error Reduction Control)
  • VariRec Technology (Variable Recording)
  • Access Time <65 ms
  • 8MB Buffer
  • Selftest function
  • Two year* full-warranty (parts, labor and replacement) with On-Site Collect & Return** Service
  • Writes CD-ROM Modes 1 and 2, CD-XA Form 1 and 2, CD-DA, CD-I, Video CD & Photo CD.
  • Creates Audio CD, CD Extra, Enhanced CD, Photo CD, CD-I & Video CD Titles.
  • Supports Disk-At-Once, Track-At-Once, Multisession, Packet Writing modes.
  • Capable of reading and writing CD TEXT information
  • Compatible with:
  • Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP
  • MultiRead Compatible
  • A black tray to reduce the jitter and to increase the quality of the burned CD
  • An optimised PCB circuit to reduce noise to get a higher quality of CD
  • High Quality Digital Audio Extraction (High Speed, High Precision)
  • Wide CD-R and CD-RW media compatibility (74min and Type80 - 79min)
  • Includes PlexTools Professional
  • Mount Rainier Ready

  • Specifications Premium-U
    Disc
    Usable Formats Write/ReWrite Read Play
    -- CD-DA * * *
    -- CD-ROM * *
    -- CD-ROM + CD-DA * * *
    -- CD-ROM XA * *
    -- CD-I * *
    -- PHOTO-CD * *
    -- VIDEO-CD * *
    -- CD-Extra * * *
    -- CD+G * * *
    -- CD-TEXT * *
    Writing Modes Track at once
    Session at once
    Disc at once
    Multisession
    Packet writing
    GigaRec
    SecuRec
    Silent Mode
    Q-Check
    Buffer Underrun Proof Technology
    PoweRec Explanation link
    VariRec Explanation link


    Performance USB 2.0 USB 1.1
    Data Transfer Rate
    -- Burst 480 Mbit/s 12 Mbit/s
    -- Write CD-R
    52X: 7800KB/s CAV
    40X: 6000KB/s P-CAV
    32X: 4800KB/s P-CAV 4X: 600KB/s
    24X: 3600KB/s P-CAV 2X: 300KB/s
    20X: 3000KB/s CLV
    16X: 2400KB/s CLV
    10X: 1500KB/s CLV
    8X: 1200KB/s CLV
    4X: 600KB/s CLV
    CD-DA
    52X: 7800KB/s CAV
    40X: 6000KB/s P-CAV
    32X: 4800KB/s P-CAV 4X: 600KB/s
    24X: 3600KB/s P-CAV 2X: 300KB/s
    20X: 3000KB/s CLV
    16X: 2400KB/s CLV
    10X: 1500KB/s CLV
    8X: 1200KB/s CLV
    4X: 600KB/s CLV
    -- ReWrite 32X: 4800KB/s P-CAV 4X: 600KB/s
    24X: 3600KB/s P-CAV
    20X: 3000KB/s P-CAV
    10X: 1500KB/s CLV
    4X: 600KB/s CLV 6X: 900KB/s
    -- Read 22X-52X: 3300-7800KB/s CAV
    18X-40X: 2710-6000KB/s CAV
    14X-32X: 2170-4800KB/s CAV
    10X-24X: 1600-3600KB/s CAV
    8X: 1200KB/s CLV
    4X: 600KB/s CLV
    Access Time <65ms
    Data Buffer 8MB
    Error Rate Mode1: less than 10-12bits
    Mode2: less than 10-9bits

    Front Panel
    Eject Auto Eject/Manual Emergency
    Lights Indication ON - DISC IN
    Disc Loading Tray, Auto load/auto eject
    Headphone Jack Stereo mini-jack, 0.8V at 32 Ohms

    Rear Panel
    USB Connector
    Power Supply DC 12V +/- 10%
    Power switch
    Audio Connector Analog output (RCA Jack)

    Dimensions & Weight
    Dimensions 169 x 58 x 247.5 mm
    Weight 2.2 kg

    Reliability
    MTBF 60.000 POH (15% duty cycle)
    Tray Loading Eject 100.000 times
    Warranty 2 year *
    Service On-Site Collect&Return Service **


    *only valid in Europe, Middle-East an Africa.
    **(EU-Countries + Norway and Switzerland)

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