Data Capacity

700 MB (79 min.)

 

 

650 MB (74 min.)

 

 

550 MB (63 min.)

 

 

 

 

Maximum Recording Time

68 min. (with a 700 MB disc)

 

in Audio Master Quality

63 min. (with a 650 MB disc)

 

Recording

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Data Transfer Rate

1X:

150 KB/sec.

12X: 1,800 KB/sec.

(Mode 1)

2X:

300 KB/sec.

16X: 2,400 KB/sec.

 

4X:

600 KB/sec.

24X: 3,600 KB/sec.

 

8X: 1,200 KB/sec.

32X: 4,800 KB/sec.

 

10X: 1,500 KB/sec.

40X: 6,000 KB/sec.

 

 

Interface

IEEE1394-a compliant, 400 Mbps

 

Two 6-pin connectors (power not supplied to connectors [port])

 

 

 

Data Buffer Size

8 MB (3,176 sectors)

 

 

 

 

Average Access Time

130 msec. (random access)

 

 

 

 

Sector Size

2,048 – 2,448 bytes

 

 

 

 

Installing Style

Horizontal

 

 

 

 

Disc Loading Type

Front auto-loading tray loading

 

 

 

 

Audio Out

Line Out specifications

 

Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz

Output level: 700 mVrms

Power Consumption

18

W

(writing/playback)

 

7

W

(standby)

 

 

Operating Environment

Temperature: +5 – +35 ºC

 

Humidity: 25 – 80% RH (no condensation)

 

 

Dimensions

Width: 164.0 mm

(includes projection)

Height:

56.0 mm

 

Depth: 265.0 mm

 

 

 

Mass

1.6 kg

 

 

 

 

 

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CRW3200IX specifications

The Yamaha CRW3200IX stands out as a remarkable technology in the realm of CD-RW drives, offering users a blend of speed, quality, and advanced features. As an external CD writer, it caters primarily to both amateur and professional users who require reliable data storage solutions.

One of the standout features of the CRW3200IX is its exceptional writing speed. With a maximum writing speed of 32x for CD-R media and 24x for CD-RW media, this drive minimizes the time needed to produce CDs, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to duplicate music, data, or other digital content swiftly and efficiently. This speed is further complemented by its ability to read CDs at 40x, which ensures rapid access to data when needed.

The CRW3200IX incorporates Yamaha's proprietary technologies, such as the DiscTight technology, which ensures better alignment and precision during the writing process. This results in a lower error rate and more reliable disc quality, making it an optimal choice for users who aim for high fidelity in audio and data storage. Additionally, the drive supports various media types, including CD-R, CD-RW, and CD-MRW, ensuring versatility in usage.

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Yamaha’s commitment to sound quality is reflected in the audio mastering capabilities of the CRW3200IX, as it is built to minimize jitter and enhance the overall audio experience. This drive also includes advanced buffer underrun protection technology, which prevents writing errors that can occur when the buffer runs out of data, thus ensuring that the writing process completes without interruptions.

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