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CHAPTER VII
CLD-AIOO LaserActive
t
he LaserActive format represents
Pioneer's latest extension of the
LaserDisc
family
of
products.
LaserActive is a specialized application of
LD-ROM technology in a consumer oriented
product. The Pioneer CLD-AlOO is a com-
paratively high-end combination COl
LaserDisc player with an expansion slot that
can accept a variety of add-on modules. One
module adds compatibility with the Sega
Genesis/CD video game system. A second
supports all NEC Duo Soft game programs,
while a third supporisLaserKaraoke sing-
along discs. Additional modules can be devel-
oped for
future
applications. The LaserActive
system will, with the appropriate module
installed, play Pioneer LaserActive software,
Sega or NEC. Duo Soft (TurboGrafx) CD-
ROM or game cartridges, as well as all stan-
dard
Laser Discs, ,CD audio Discs, COG, and
Karaoke discs. See'software groups.
Since LaserACtive,holds more digital infor-
mation than CDs, there is enormous poteri-
tial and versatility. The graphics provided by
the add-on modules are equal to their video -
game counterparts, but include the sharp
fun-motion video quality of a LaserDisc.
CLD-AlOO has the capability to accommo-
date up to ten different software platforms in
the same system. Currently there are thou-
sands of existing entertainment and educa-
tionai LD titles, Sega CD's, and NEC Turbo
games, and' LaserKaraoke programs. New
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programs currently being developed for the
Mega-LD and LD-ROMJ formats will oWer
even more vaiiety.
With the expansion capabilities of the
LaserActive system, the CW-AlOO is de-
signed as a true interactive home player to be
e~oyed
immediately, and grow as multime-
dia technology offers new horizons.
Player Features and Functions
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LaserActive compatibility is accessible
by installing a separately sold game
pack. See section on software groups.
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Lasel' Karaoke compatibilities when
mated with the control pack (PAC-Kl).
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Convenient search functions available
to find a desired scene or chapter; ,
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Center CD disc table mechanism and
direct CD circuitry similar to the
OLD-
8201.
Even as a stand alone unit the Crn-
AlOO has multiple disc compatibility.
Not only normal
Ws,
CDs, and CLVs
can be used, but also thin-type 8-inch
. LD and 3-inch CDs can be played with-
out an adapter.
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