DVD-R vs DVD+R .. what exactly is the difference? - GoFuckYourself.com

The Truth Hurts · 08-19-2003, 07:38 PM

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warlock667 · 08-19-2003, 07:42 PM

Lane · 08-19-2003, 07:44 PM

whats so funny

or am i too ignorant?

Dirty F · 08-19-2003, 07:45 PM

hyper · 08-19-2003, 08:24 PM

DVD-R can record on 4.7GB and 9.4GB DVD-R discs
can be accessed in set top DVD players and computers

DVD+R can record on 4.7GB DVD+R discs
can be accessed in set top DVD players and computers equipped with DVD-ROM drives

SureFire · 08-19-2003, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by hyper
DVD-R can record on 4.7GB and 9.4GB DVD-R discs
can be accessed in set top DVD players and computers

DVD+R can record on 4.7GB DVD+R discs
can be accessed in set top DVD players and computers equipped with DVD-ROM drives

Hyper, if you were to buy one tomorrow what brand and model?

Thank you in advance,

rowan · 08-19-2003, 08:42 PM

http://www.dvdrhelp.com/dvd.htm

DVD-R and DVD-RW
DVD-R/W was the first DVD recording format released that was compatible with standalone DVD Players.
DVD-R is a non-rewriteable format and it is compatible with about 90% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs.
DVD-RW is a rewriteable format and it is compatible with about 73% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs.
DVD-R/W supports single side 4.7 GB* DVDs(called DVD-5) and double side 9.4 GB* DVDs(called DVD-10).

DVD+R and DVD+RW
DVD+R/W has some better features than DVD-R/W such as lossless linking and both CAV and CLV writing.
DVD+R is a non-rewritable format and it is compatible with about 85% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs.
DVD+RW is a rewritable format and is compatible with about 73% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs.
DVD+R/W supports single side 4.7 GB* DVDs(called DVD-5) and double side 9.4 GB* DVDs(called DVD-10).

My DVD recorder and DVD burner do -R.

hyper · 08-19-2003, 08:42 PM

all my recordables are Sony

i recommend you go to http://www.epinions.com and read some actual user reviews, that goes for any purchase you make computer accesories, digital imaging equpment ..
its a valuable tool to use

AlienQ - BANNED FOR LIFE · 08-19-2003, 08:43 PM

Read Write, Write read, read only emmm so on and so fourth.

rowan · 08-19-2003, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by hyper
DVD-R can record on 4.7GB and 9.4GB DVD-R discs
can be accessed in set top DVD players and computers

DVD+R can record on 4.7GB DVD+R discs
can be accessed in set top DVD players and computers equipped with DVD-ROM drives

See my reply above, the info I've got shows they are basically identical in terms of backward compatibility with DVD Video.

Some of the specific features of the format differ, of course.

goBigtime · 08-19-2003, 08:49 PM

DVD-R media is cheaper.

Check www.meritline.com for some of the best pricing.

There is also a good price on the new pioneer +/- drive on www.gotapex.com occassionally... (its from some yahoo shopkeeper guy)

helis · 08-19-2003, 08:58 PM

ok so +/- are sorted but what is DVD-RAM ?

in aussie we can get burners with the - and ram or + and ram or + and - but none can do all 3.......which two or atleast which 1 is going to be dropped off the market like a beta cassett ???

i cant buy till i know atleast one of the losers ay heheh

cheers n advance
Mat

helis · 08-19-2003, 09:03 PM

acgtually the DVD-5 and DVD-10 someone was mentioning i think may be what we call DVD-Ram as i can only find DVD-Ram cd's bigger then 4.7gig in australia....

hmmmm

4Pics · 08-19-2003, 10:28 PM

Just get the Sony burner that does both +- and you won't need to worry. I think pioneer also has a dual format burner now too but I've never heard anyone complain about the Sony one.

The + and - media are coming down to where soon I think
the media will be equal in price.

Wonder when a 8x or 16x burner will be out, or are they planning to stall until the 20gig burners are available?

Slacker · 08-19-2003, 11:01 PM

Wait a minute are'nt you the one graduating with a degree in computer science???????

rowan · 08-19-2003, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by helis
ok so +/- are sorted but what is DVD-RAM ?

in aussie we can get burners with the - and ram or + and ram or + and - but none can do all 3.......which two or atleast which 1 is going to be dropped off the market like a beta cassett ???

i cant buy till i know atleast one of the losers ay heheh

cheers n advance
Mat

If we're talking about burners, the LG Super CD/DVD Rewriter comes highly recommended. (Model GMA-4020B). Cost me $AUD450 but you can probably get it for sub-$AUD380 these days.

It's not the fastest drive around, but it does a HEAP of formats:

CD-R 12X write
CD-RW 8X write
CD-ROM 32X read
DVD-RAM 2X write
DVD-R 1X/2X write
DVD-RW 1X write
DVD-ROM 10X read

DVD-RAM is a packet based format, which means that to the computer it's just like a slow HD. You can even format it to an NTFS or FAT32 file system, or use the default UDF2 file system. The DVD-RAM format is also used in consumer DVD recorders, since it's a random access format you can be recording on one part of the disc, and play back from another (simultaneously). DVD-RAM uses a different disc and laser so the drive needs to be able to support it. Most DVD-ROM drives don't, which is why I ended up getting the LG burner.

rowan · 08-19-2003, 11:14 PM

One more thing, a 9.4Gb DVD+-R/RW/RAM is a double sided disc. On both my consumer DVD recorder and the PC burner, you need to flip the disc manually to make use of the full capacity.

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hyper Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Mass Ass Posts: 5,294	DVD-R can record on 4.7GB and 9.4GB DVD-R discs can be accessed in set top DVD players and computers DVD+R can record on 4.7GB DVD+R discs can be accessed in set top DVD players and computers equipped with DVD-ROM drives __________________

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rowan Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 17,393	http://www.dvdrhelp.com/dvd.htm DVD-R and DVD-RW DVD-R/W was the first DVD recording format released that was compatible with standalone DVD Players. DVD-R is a non-rewriteable format and it is compatible with about 90% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs. DVD-RW is a rewriteable format and it is compatible with about 73% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs. DVD-R/W supports single side 4.7 GB* DVDs(called DVD-5) and double side 9.4 GB* DVDs(called DVD-10). DVD+R and DVD+RW DVD+R/W has some better features than DVD-R/W such as lossless linking and both CAV and CLV writing. DVD+R is a non-rewritable format and it is compatible with about 85% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs. DVD+RW is a rewritable format and is compatible with about 73% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs. DVD+R/W supports single side 4.7 GB* DVDs(called DVD-5) and double side 9.4 GB* DVDs(called DVD-10). My DVD recorder and DVD burner do -R.

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goBigtime Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 7,761	DVD-R media is cheaper. Check www.meritline.com for some of the best pricing. There is also a good price on the new pioneer +/- drive on www.gotapex.com occassionally... (its from some yahoo shopkeeper guy)

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helis Confirmed User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 317	ok so +/- are sorted but what is DVD-RAM ? in aussie we can get burners with the - and ram or + and ram or + and - but none can do all 3.......which two or atleast which 1 is going to be dropped off the market like a beta cassett ??? i cant buy till i know atleast one of the losers ay heheh cheers n advance Mat __________________ Fast, Reliable and Great Prices http://www.xxxhostit.com ICQ: 777427 MSN: [email protected]

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helis Confirmed User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 317	acgtually the DVD-5 and DVD-10 someone was mentioning i think may be what we call DVD-Ram as i can only find DVD-Ram cd's bigger then 4.7gig in australia.... hmmmm __________________ Fast, Reliable and Great Prices http://www.xxxhostit.com ICQ: 777427 MSN: [email protected]

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4Pics Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 7,952	Just get the Sony burner that does both +- and you won't need to worry. I think pioneer also has a dual format burner now too but I've never heard anyone complain about the Sony one. The + and - media are coming down to where soon I think the media will be equal in price. Wonder when a 8x or 16x burner will be out, or are they planning to stall until the 20gig burners are available?

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rowan Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 17,393	One more thing, a 9.4Gb DVD+-R/RW/RAM is a double sided disc. On both my consumer DVD recorder and the PC burner, you need to flip the disc manually to make use of the full capacity.