Section 1. Getting Started
4 PX-716 Installation and Users Manual
• VariRec: Lets you change the write strategy to record at highest
quality on different types of discs. Also provides user adjustment of
the recording power above or below a default level. This adjustment
lets you customize the optimum laser power to your own needs.
• Silent Mode: Unique technology that sets the drive for super-silent
operation. By controlling access speed, read/write speed, and tray
opening and closing speed, you reduce drive noise to a whisper.
• MMC compliance: Supports the MMC-4 command set.
• Flash memory: Allows upgrading the PX-716 to the latest firmware
revision (available from the Plextor web site) without opening the
computer or physically accessing the drive.
• Black tray: Reduces the effect of optical distortion by absorbing
reflections from the laser beam, enhancing read quality.
• Plug and Play: Supports Windows Plug and Play.
• CPRM support: The PX-716 supports Content Protection for
Recordable Media, so you can play CPRM copy-controlled media.
• Self-test diagnostics: The PX-716 has a self-test diagnostic function
for easy troubleshooting.
• Q-Check tests: The Plextor PX-716 achieves high-quality recording
on virtually any DVD or CD media. To see for yourself, use the Q-
Check features to check laser operation, or measure and display
characteristics of the media you’re using.
• Q-Check TA (Time Analyzer): The PX-716 supports time interval
analysis that shows a histogram of a disc’s lands and pits, a valuable
aid in assessing disc quality.
