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The OFFICIAL best media thread (noobs MUST look in 1st page, 1st post before posting redundant posts!!)
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jk323
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31. August 2006 @ 23:35 |
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This is very misleading, especially the % rate because I used hundreds of those cheap and even the good media and they all work well with mine. I never had a ps2 that couldnt read any media I threw at it.
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Ace_2
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1. September 2006 @ 15:26 |
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That's good, but keep in mind that the crappy media will start to work bad after a certain number of months. Not only that, you're also killing your PlayStation 2's laser. I can't stay this enough, if this thread says what media is crap and which will become bad and that will kill your PlayStation 2's laser, don't even bother getting it.
My console collection: Version 14A PlayStation 2(chipped), Version 7 PlayStation 2, PlayStation(both models), Wii, Gamecube, N64, Super NES(original from US and Japan and Mini), NES(front and top loader)Model 1 & 2 Genesis, Sega CD, Sega 32X, Atari 2600, Sega Saturn, Sega Dreamcast, Sega Master System(Model 1 and 2), Atari Flashback 1 & 2, FC Twin(2 in 1 NES/Super NES clone), GN Twin(2 in 1 NES/Genesis clone), Atari 7800, Intellivision II, TurboGrafx 16, GameBoy Color
My guides: Cardboard and Straw MOD: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/308926
3-method exploit for PS2s: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/337567 |
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jk323
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1. September 2006 @ 18:55 |
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actually those arent true because Ive used one of the cheap medias on my ps2 for over 2 years and the lazer never had any problems even with the playstation being bought used, however, I do find that one of the reasons why its cheap is because once you scratch it, it will go bad, unlikes the better ones that still play, but that isnt mentioned anywhere on the thread
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Ace_2
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2. September 2006 @ 06:46 |
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Maybe, but the main reason crap media goes bad is because the dye will harden. This will cause some problems with whatever you burnt, which may then skip, act weird, or crash. I haven't really experienced that, since all media that's junk stays far away from my PlayStation 2. But wait and see, one day, constant use of crappy media will make you get the "disc read error" message because your laser is burnt out. You must also be careful with the PlayStation 2 model. Certain models(Versions 9, 10, and 12) have serious problems with the laser. Crap media might instantly(not exactly) kill a Version 12's laser unless it has a laser fix. It will also burn a chip that controls the laser's focus coils on a Version 9/10 that can burn out or destroy your laser's ribbon cable. Make sure you don't have any of those versions, because the laser will probably be on its way out soon.
My console collection: Version 14A PlayStation 2(chipped), Version 7 PlayStation 2, PlayStation(both models), Wii, Gamecube, N64, Super NES(original from US and Japan and Mini), NES(front and top loader)Model 1 & 2 Genesis, Sega CD, Sega 32X, Atari 2600, Sega Saturn, Sega Dreamcast, Sega Master System(Model 1 and 2), Atari Flashback 1 & 2, FC Twin(2 in 1 NES/Super NES clone), GN Twin(2 in 1 NES/Genesis clone), Atari 7800, Intellivision II, TurboGrafx 16, GameBoy Color
My guides: Cardboard and Straw MOD: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/308926
3-method exploit for PS2s: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/337567 |
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jk323
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2. September 2006 @ 13:27 |
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I have version 10 and no lazer problems whatsoever
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dt37210
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4. September 2006 @ 03:52 |
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how do you check version....is it at the browser screen?
also is this a good verbaitum
Disc ID: MCC-002-00
Book Type: DVD+R
Part Version: 1
Disc Size: 120mm
Maximum Read Rate: Not Specified
Number of Layers: 1
Track Path: Parallel Track Path (PTP)
Linear Density: 0.267 um/bit
Track Density: 0.74 um/track
Danny T
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Ace_2
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4. September 2006 @ 07:41 |
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dt37210- That's Verbatim with Mitsubishi Chemicals dye. That's part of the #1 media. Even better, if your burner supports booktyping(specify your burner's brand to determine if it does or doesn't support it), you can use that to make it easier for your PlayStation 2 to read it, as it will be burnt in a DVD-ROM format.
You check the version depending on your PlayStation 2's model number. Use this site to help you verify your version: http://www.mod-chip.com/en/ps2version.htm
jk323- Version 10 is the worst fat PlayStation 2 ever made. That thing has a chip(the LA chip) which controls the laser's focus coils. It delivers 12V instead of 5V and can be dangerous to your laser. Using scratched or crappy media will:
A) Cause damage to the LA chip from overheating.
B) Burn out your laser's coils.
C) Damage the laser's ribbon cable until it knocks out the LA chip and your laser(not too sure about the laser).
Watch it, man, I don't think you want that to happen.
My console collection: Version 14A PlayStation 2(chipped), Version 7 PlayStation 2, PlayStation(both models), Wii, Gamecube, N64, Super NES(original from US and Japan and Mini), NES(front and top loader)Model 1 & 2 Genesis, Sega CD, Sega 32X, Atari 2600, Sega Saturn, Sega Dreamcast, Sega Master System(Model 1 and 2), Atari Flashback 1 & 2, FC Twin(2 in 1 NES/Super NES clone), GN Twin(2 in 1 NES/Genesis clone), Atari 7800, Intellivision II, TurboGrafx 16, GameBoy Color
My guides: Cardboard and Straw MOD: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/308926
3-method exploit for PS2s: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/337567 |
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jk323
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4. September 2006 @ 14:54 |
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I will report back here if the laser ever fails, currently im using cheapo kyphermedia from office max, gq media which is great quality from fry's as well as compusa media, all cheap media, I cant afford verbatim shits too expensive. But we will see how these 5$ 50 pack media plays. I bought my ps2 used about 2 weeks ago so we will see how long it works, seems like the dvd rom is still the original as well.
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dt37210
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4. September 2006 @ 14:57 |
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hey i'd like to say just for fellow readers who dont believe the hype...i was able to play madden after i backed it up on a mcc disc that i asked about two post up....im still testin the theory on other games but so far im a beleiver....so get the disc that they recommend...now i have another question...im tryin to order a bilk order frm storemedia.com but im unsure which ones to get...can you al help me? http://www.supermediastore.com/dvd-r-media-blank-dvd-media.html
i only want a 50 pack but not sure which ones to get the plus or minus or the data life plus'...after this i should be set....also im in the process of checkin my ps2 version which is the best version to have so i know weather i have a good or bad version....thanks again folks....i have tried to read up on things an i hope i am not a burden like i have seen other people be in the past.....
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jk323
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4. September 2006 @ 19:10 |
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it will work on other media as long as you burn it right.
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dt37210
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6. September 2006 @ 14:55 |
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i still need an answer tothis please.....
im tryin to order a bulk order from storemedia.com but im unsure which ones to get...can you all help me?
http://www.supermediastore.com/dvd-r-media-blank-dvd-media.html
i only want a 50 pack but not sure which ones to get the plus or minus or the data life plus'...after this i should be set....also im in the process of checkin my ps2 version which is the best version to have so i know weather i have a good or bad version....thanks again folks...
Danny T
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Ace_2
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6. September 2006 @ 18:10 |
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Get Taiyo Yuden 8X or 4X. Get DVD-R, or if your burner supports booktyping(there's a list of burner brands with booktyping support on the first page, first post), you can also get DVD+R and booktype to DVD-ROM(improves compatibility).
My console collection: Version 14A PlayStation 2(chipped), Version 7 PlayStation 2, PlayStation(both models), Wii, Gamecube, N64, Super NES(original from US and Japan and Mini), NES(front and top loader)Model 1 & 2 Genesis, Sega CD, Sega 32X, Atari 2600, Sega Saturn, Sega Dreamcast, Sega Master System(Model 1 and 2), Atari Flashback 1 & 2, FC Twin(2 in 1 NES/Super NES clone), GN Twin(2 in 1 NES/Genesis clone), Atari 7800, Intellivision II, TurboGrafx 16, GameBoy Color
My guides: Cardboard and Straw MOD: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/308926
3-method exploit for PS2s: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/337567 |
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Raiikoh
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6. September 2006 @ 20:05 |
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so some Maxel of Sony DVD+Rs would work for a v14? or should I go with DVD-Rs? What speed should I burn them at?
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axmad
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7. September 2006 @ 14:19 |
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if u get DVD+R and booktype them to dvd rom. they can be more compatible than DVD-R. the best speed it 4x for 8xdvds. basically half the speed for every dvd.
erm i got some verbs(mcc) and they give me more black screens tha TDK (cmc). when use verbs if u restart the game 4 its give u a black screen/plz insert a ps format . but when using tdk it give u one black screens in every seven time. plus when verbs give me black screen it might repeat it again even when completly turning off the ps2.tdk doesn't do that. vers get u to the browsing screen where u can even switch off/restart the ps2. the only way is to put the mains off. have seen that with tdk.
now i know that mcc is way better than cmc but is this not strange.
and my big concern is that is it tempering with my lasers?? are they ganna die off if i keep using verbs?? sometime i get plz insert a ps disc format message even when palying my original games. does that mean that my lasers are having hard time??
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_FuRiOuS_
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7. September 2006 @ 16:42 |
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I have been using TY's for awhile now.. i been using DVD-R with no troubles on my v14.. For my next batch of Taiyo Yuden's should i get DVD+R's or stay with DVD-R's? My burner does support booktyping and I have changed the booktype successfully on DVD+R's many times.
PS2 SlimLine v14.
PS1 Backups without Breaker Pro .
ActionReplay Max Swap Magic Version .
^^ FTP'ed latest Code List from codejunkies.com to my PS2 memory card .
50+ PS2 Games .
100+ PS1 Games .
50 Pack of Taiyo Yuden 8x DVD-R's .
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Ace_2
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14. September 2006 @ 18:01 |
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Another member(me) has joined the club of members who made a sucessful backup with Taiyo Yuden media.
I had gone to back up my first DVD-ROM game(Sega Rally 2006) at my friend's house, since I don't have a DVD burner, and it has been a success using 8X Sony DVD+Rs with Taiyo Yuden dye and a DVD-ROM booktype on a Lite-On DVD burner. Talk about truly excellent media, nothing went wrong, and the game works flawlessly. Perfect.
My console collection: Version 14A PlayStation 2(chipped), Version 7 PlayStation 2, PlayStation(both models), Wii, Gamecube, N64, Super NES(original from US and Japan and Mini), NES(front and top loader)Model 1 & 2 Genesis, Sega CD, Sega 32X, Atari 2600, Sega Saturn, Sega Dreamcast, Sega Master System(Model 1 and 2), Atari Flashback 1 & 2, FC Twin(2 in 1 NES/Super NES clone), GN Twin(2 in 1 NES/Genesis clone), Atari 7800, Intellivision II, TurboGrafx 16, GameBoy Color
My guides: Cardboard and Straw MOD: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/308926
3-method exploit for PS2s: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/337567 |
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_FuRiOuS_
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15. September 2006 @ 08:41 |
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Talk about truly excellent media, nothing went wrong, and the game works flawlessly. Perfect. <-- Well said.
Anyway I can get a 50 pack of FugiFilm from the internet that are actually Taiyo Yuden's ? A good link please :)
I just want to save money and get sum good taiyo's cuz i only have about 6 or 7 discs left of tyg02's.
PS2 SlimLine v14.
PS1 Backups without Breaker Pro .
ActionReplay Max Swap Magic Version .
^^ FTP'ed latest Code List from codejunkies.com to my PS2 memory card .
50+ PS2 Games .
100+ PS1 Games .
50 Pack of Taiyo Yuden 8x DVD-R's .
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stedaman
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19. September 2006 @ 16:27 |
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I am from the Uk, can anyone suggest a really good site to buy the top media taiyo yuden?
I am finding it hard to find good sites that will ship. Im also conerned by ordering fake media from a fake website.
any help appreciated!
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20. September 2006 @ 09:56 |
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hi, http://www.svp.co.uk is very cheap and has what you need. Their standard shipping charge is £4.99 for up to 10kg but i only buy stuff online when i can justify the shipping charge
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stedaman
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20. September 2006 @ 12:48 |
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Taiyo yuden with verbatim packaging ? looks very nice! thx alot for the website.
The price seems nice as well 200 for 50 quid.
I dont mind paying an expensive delivery as quality is worth it.
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20. September 2006 @ 22:31 |
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indeed. Plus they have 'vanilla' Taiyo Yuden also
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_FuRiOuS_
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26. September 2006 @ 12:25 |
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Is TYG03 just as good as TYG02? or maybe better or?
PS2 SlimLine v14.
PS1 Backups without Breaker Pro .
ActionReplay Max Swap Magic Version .
^^ FTP'ed latest Code List from codejunkies.com to my PS2 memory card .
50+ PS2 Games .
100+ PS1 Games .
50 Pack of Taiyo Yuden 8x DVD-R's .
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dangwoot
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30. September 2006 @ 13:53 |
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after searching everywhere i just wanna know if sony accucore media id SONY16D1 is gonna wear out my ps2's laser fast or if im pretty safe with using this media all my backups seem to run without a hitch no skips in audio,movies,or gameplay so far and trust me i searched before i asked ^_^
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BIGnewb
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3. October 2006 @ 13:57 |
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should i trust fujifilm DVD-R?did any one have any coasters with them?are they reliable?
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dangwoot
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3. October 2006 @ 15:02 |
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i wouldnt use fujifilm try taiyo yudens maxell's ( made in japan or tiwan (sp?)) or use sony's with accucore ive yet to burn a game that didnt work
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