TDK 1616N Recorder - Page 20

DVD+R DL - Page 2

- Writing Quality

In order to test the TDK 1616N DVD+R DL writing quality, instead of our usual reader (LiteOn LDW-811S), we used the LiteOn SOHD-167T with firmware 9S13. We also used the Plextor PX-712SA drive and PlexTools, and were able to scan the DVD+R DL media.

Using KProbe v2.4.2, we got a very good scan, indicating again, good quality performance from the drive with the DL media recorded. Notice that discs are not read at 3~8 CAV but at 2.5X~5X CAV (DVD+R DL media).

• Ritek Double Layer media @ 4X

• Verbatim Double Layer media @ 4X

The reported PI error rates were lower than the 280 limit according to the KProbe scans. Verbatim media exceeded the 280 limit when Verbatim media was tested at the layer switch point. In general, the TDK 1616N gave again an image of a very good quality burner, even with Double Layer media.

In the following images, you can see for reference reasons, the media info reported by DVDInfoPro software for the Double Layer discs we burned. We reminde you that Verbatim media was burned with DVD-ROM booktype, while Ritek media with DVD+R DL booktype.

- Compatibility

We were not surprised to see that the DVD+R9 media was not compatible with most stand-alone dvd players. On the other hand, changing the default booktype to DVD-ROM ensures maximum compatibility.