InterVideo Unveils Mobile, Desktop
Versatility Of New Recorder Platinum 5 Software With Integrated WinDVD
5
InterVideo, Inc. announced today WinDVD Recorder Platinum 5, the latest
version of its award-winning digital video recorder (DVR) and DVD player
combination software. Designed to provide PC users with the broadest range of
entertainment options, WinDVD Recorder Platinum 5 delivers the highest-quality
playback and advanced recording technologies in a single solution.
The
new software can be used to record video captured from a camcorder, DV camera,
digital TV set-top box or a VCR directly to DVD for immediate playback. The same
software can be used for TV time-shifting capabilities and to schedule TV
broadcast recordings. Features that have also been included are InterVideo
Mobile Technology for battery conservation, Intel"'s Hyper-Threading technology
for multitasking and a Movie Encyclopedia for online information. These features
enhance the viewing and listening experience for both home and mobile
users.
WinDVD Recorder Platinum 5 includes InterVideo WinDVD Platinum 5,
one of the world's most popular DVD players, and InterVideo technology for
viewing and recording TV programs with a PC. By integrating these technologies
with InterVideo's unique direct DVD burning technology, the company
cost-effectively delivers the entertainment options most wanted by consumers in
one easy-to-use solution.
In addition to being able to watch recorded DVD
and DivX videos at their convenience, WinDVD Recorder Platinum 5 users can take
advantage of the software's TV time-shifting capabilities using InterVideo's
leading MPEG technology to avoid missing part of their TV program if there is an
interruption. They can pause the broadcast at any time, enjoy instant replays
and edit recorded programs to delete unwanted segments. With the ability to
record directly to disc, rather than having to wait while the video is buffered
to the PC's hard drive, WinDVD Recorder Platinum 5 provides a low-cost
replacement for a consumer DVD recorder. It can also be used to archive videos
and to convert old home movies from VHS tapes to long-lasting CDs or
DVDs.
New features that have been added to WinDVD Recorder Platinum 5
include: Mobile User Support: New mobile technology helps users extend the
battery when playing DVDs on Intel processor based-notebooks. The technology
extends playback by selecting the cache size of system memory to improve drive
power. Users can also prevent unexpected battery depletion by setting the
minimum battery requirements for playback, giving them time to properly close
applications. With Dolby Headphone support for all content, travelers can enjoy
true surround sound on their headphones.
Expanded Audio Support: In
addition to Dolby Headphone support, WinDVD Recorder Platinum 5 includes a broad
range of multi-channel audio options with DTS, Dolby ProLogic II and SRS
surround, and 7- and 8-channel sound card support. Movie Encyclopedia: Using a
searchable database of movie facts, the software detects the DVD that is playing
and shows information on the movie, actors, director etc. Movie Encyclopedia
also allows users to add information to the database.
Hyper-Threading
Support: With optimizations for Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, users can
now watch DVDs while working on their computer or surfing the Web. This support
includes Intel's recently announced Prescott processor.
MyPlayback
Features: Ideal for creating personal playlists with audio tracks or video files
from DVDs, VCDs, SVCDs and CDs. Favorite DVDs can be bookmarked and saved as a
file (.bmk) that can be exported or archived. Users can also grab a screen
capture of a cool image and save it as wallpaper or email it--perfect for
showing friends favorite special effects. With WinDVD Recorder Platinum 5, users
can also capture video from a DV camcorder via IEEE 1394 support. Files can be
captured as AVI or MPEG files, and DV AVI files can be converted back to DV tape
for archiving. DV camcorder playback control functions include fast forward,
rewind and advanced seek capabilities.
Easy file conversion and support
for CD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM puts an end to the confusion
about formats and compatibility. DVDs created with WinDVD Recorder Platinum 5
will automatically play on any consumer electronics player or recorder with
support for DVD +/-VR and DVD Video formats. Broad compatibility gives consumers
the flexibility to move their videos from a PC to a TV or a laptop equipped with
a DVD player or recorder.
Installed in minutes, InterVideo's
next-generation WinDVD Recorder includes help menus to guide new users in
mastering the software's dual-playback/recording functionality and broad feature
set.
Source: Mi2N
