"...MediaFORM announce the release of cdDIRECTOR2000. A Java-based CD-R publishing station, cdDIRECTOR2000 provides corporations with a flexible production system for disc-on-demand and large volume CD-R duplication needs. Also included in this publishing system is MediaFORM's unparalleled "anti-piracy" SmartDRIVE technology: Electronic Watermarking, Copy Protection, SmartMEDIA, Frame Accurate Recording, Audio Click Detection, SmartRID and SmartSTAMP.

Utilizing the Java scripting capability, users can initiate CD-R disc-on- demand compilation from any network interface, including their own Web browser. This technology allows one-off CD publishing and/or duplication from local or remote locations. Combining Web-based technology and the SmartDRIVE feature set creates a publishing system unprecedented within the CD-R "disc-on-demand" market segment.

The cdDIRECTOR2000 technology was developed to meet disc-on-demand needs of both small and large businesses. Built upon Windows NT workstation (requires no additional PC), the cdDIRECTOR2000 also offers SmartAPI (Applications Program Interface), which provides the mechanism for seamless integration of the product into a company's custom software applications. Other business-centric enhancements incorporated into the cdDIRECTOR2000 include:

The cdDIRECTOR2000 CD-R publishing system is available immediately through MediaFORM's worldwide network of distributors and resellers. To locate a dealer geographically, visit www.mediaform.com/dealers . For product specifications, visit www.mediaform.com/cddirector . MSRP is $39,999 (includes NT Peripheral package: 17" color monitor, 101 keyboard, three-button mouse and 1 Spectrum thermal printer)..." NULL