Plextor External CD/DVD Writer With PlexTV (£48)

The PX-612U with PlexTV is another development from Plextor.

 
The 8X external slim CD/DVD writer boasts a small profile and lightweight design. With USB power, two software packages and a 2-year warranty, it is a solution for user who wants to share, backup and view media on their TV, projector or other media player – at home, in the office and whilst travelling.
 
PX-612U Key Features:

• PlexTV feature provides direct compatibility with TV/Projectors
• 8X writing speed with full functionality of a high end drive
• Supports all CD and DVD formats
• Slim and lightweight design
• USB powered for portability
• Bundles PlexUtilities and NERO 10 Essentials

View multimedia directly from disc to TV
with PlexTV:
Many HDTV are able to display content from a variety of devices including hard disk drives, cameras and flash drives, but do not recognise optical disc drives. To solve this problem, the PlexTV cleverly translates the output signal to mimic a hard disk drive in order to provide compatibility.
 
With it, users can connect the drive, insert a disc and use the media playback function of their TV, projector, media player or other USB-enabled display in order to browse supported files. Whether gathering with friends and family to look at pictures and videos, or hosting a work presentation, the PlexTV makes it a breeze to view files on a larger screen with minimum fuss, cost and equipment.
 
Slim and lightweight with USB power:
With the brushed metal PX-612U, users can enjoy the functionality of an external CD/DVD drive within a slim, lightweight package (less than 300g). The drive operates with USB-power to eliminate the need for bulky cables or mains power, ensuring that users can share, backup and view files – even whilst away from the home or office.
 
Bundled software:
The device comes with two software packages which enhance the hardware functions. PlexUtilities offers useful functions to users, including testing and quality measurement of user written or pressed media, disc and drive information and control and tuning of the device. NERO 10 Essentials offers applications for DVD/CD burning and media playback.
 
Pricing, Availability and Warranty:
The PX-612U with PlexTV is available and is priced £48 RRP. It comes with two years of Plextor’s Fast Warranty Service.