ACARD, launched ARS-2033 PCI-based Copy Controller at computex, a multi DVD copy controller that supports 8x burning and shows messages via LCD.

The ARS-2033 is simple to use even for the amateur user, while it can be controlled with the buttons on the panel. Besides the user-friendly operating system, it also has an attractive mechanical design, many choices of functions, and LCD indication as well.

In addition it can be used to back up personal data or burn a small amount of discs. It supports many brands of DVD writers like NEC, Pioneer, SONY, Lite-On, BenQ etc.

Features ·A standalone IDE-to-IDE DVD copy controller ·Totally independent without installing any hardware or software ·Supports a built-in 3.5" hard drive ·Supports high speed one-to-multiple DVD recording ·Has a user-friendly interface, and shows messages with LCD ·Provides optional functions for more applications

Specifications ·ACARD ATP-867 IDE processor ·IDT CPU ·32 MB of DDR memory ·8 independent IDE interface channels ·2 X 16 LCD screen ·A membrane 4-button operation panel ·512 Kb of flash memory for boot loader ·2Mb of flash memory for copy code ·Firmware update via DVD-ROM