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DVD Buyers Guide

There are currently two different formats of DVD, -R & +R.Your DVD writer will only be able to write, using either -R media or +R media (unless you have a dual format writer). -R media will not work in a +R writer & vice-versa.

DVD-R for General Use

The -R media was developed for business & consumer applications - data archiving & one-time video recording. Delivering 2x write performance, which is equivalent to an 18x CD write speed, the media provides secure recording for volumes of information that cannot be accidentally or intentionally altered. The low storage cost, 100 year data life & broad compatibility also make DVD-R General media ideal for small scale distribution of DVD content. DVD-R general discs can be played back by the vast majority of the DVD-ROM drives & video players in use today. DVD-R General media can be used on drives from Pioneer, Apple, Compaq, Sony, Panasonic & other leading manufacturers.

DVD+R

The +R media was designed to provide widespread playback on DVD-ROM drives & DVD video players. DVD+R/RW drives write at 2.4x, recording a full DVD disc about 5 minutes faster than 2x writers. DVD+R drives & media provide a reliable, low-cost storage solution for archiving home videos, photos, mixed media presentations & data that require protection from alteration or erasure. DVD+R media can be used on drives from HP, Philips, Ricoh, Sony, Yamaha, Verbatim, Dell, Thomson & other leading manufacturers.

We suggest you consult your writers manual to determine which format you require.