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Tired or making coasters! RecordNow DX problem
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Pesto67
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22. January 2004 @ 10:53 |
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Hi
I am having an unusual dvd-r burning problem I hope a dvd genius can help me with?
I AM ABLE to burn backups of my dvd's onto DVD-RW, but NOT on DVD-R media using RecordNow DX.
DVD-R disk after burn does not play in computer or stand alone dvd player, where the same image burned onto DVD-RW works fine.
The burned DVD-R quite often locks up or shows empty.
The strangest part is before this problem started I did burn three DVD-R's in a row with no problem using RecordNow. To the best of my knowledge I have not changed anything.
Here are the details of my problem;
-computer running Win XP with recent hd format this week
-using DVD Shrink to create image
-DVD drive is Lite-On LDW-401S (drivers up to date, new firmware available but manufacturer suggests using only if having problems, and I really doubt this is a firmware problem. I may try this as last resort)
-using Memorex 4X DVD-R media
-I have also tried the Nero demo software, but same problem. Nero uninstalled and system rollback to avoid conflicts.
-Using RecordNow options setup by default (quick summary - mulitsession: load last track, recording type TAO (not closed), file system: UDF with Joliet)
-while burning no other applications running and have tried different record speeds
-DMA is enabled
-ASPI installed
The really unusual part is DVD X COPY Standard Edition and DVD Decrypter work fine. Both make working copies on DVD-R media, but neither work with DVD Shrink so I can reauthor.
I think one of these three issues might be causing the problem;
1) The DVD burner itself. This is unlikely as RecordNow RW's and DVD X Copy R's work. (and DVD Decrypter R's works also)
2) The DVD media. Again probably not as it did work three times in a row, and DVD X Copy works with same media.
3) Software issue with Record Now. Seems to me most likely I don't have software configured correctly or something is not set up right.
Thanks in advance, Lawrence.
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22. January 2004 @ 11:21 |
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With Record Now and DVD-R have you tried:
Tools>Options>DVD and selected "I only need to use disc for one recording"
If not your disc won't finalize and therefore won't be playable.
You also need TAO (closed) for it to finalize as well.
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Pesto67
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22. January 2004 @ 12:01 |
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Nephilim.... YOU ROCK!
I don't know exactly what I changed but...sucess!!!
Since my last fail, I have 1)installed ASPI (weird install under xp to get it right) and 2)made the option changes you suggested. The DVD option was already correct but TAO was open not closed. I thought I had tried TAO closed already but I guess not...
YOU'RE THE BEST
You've made my day, week, month...no more pulling my hair out!!!
Much appreciation, Lawrence :) :] :D
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22. January 2004 @ 12:03 |
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Thanks for the thanks, happy to help :) At least you have hair to pull out, I don't have that option when I'm frustrated - I'm bald.
If a DVD video isn't finalized it won't be recognized as a standard DVD video so the finalizing is essential.
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This message has been edited since posting. Last time this message was edited on 22. January 2004 @ 12:08
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baabaa
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23. January 2004 @ 08:24 |
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Pesto67
Under window XP, there is a fundamental problem with Recordnow DX......
It does not remember settings, only remembers the burner.......
So each time you use it you will have to manually go into options on the data burn window and select under dvd TAO closed......
If it is TAO not closed, you will create a multisession, a few number of standalones can read them but the setting should always be TAO closed.
You should also have 'New Volume' selected in the multisession window instead of load last track.
You can make this a default by going into:
Press F3 (takes you into the options in tools).
Click on data disc
Tick 'Use New volume etc'
The program will retain these 'tools' settings but not the data options......
Anyways, seems like Nephilim has helped you on your way.....good luck....
(I had a full head of hair before dvd's, now I have to use the cat to pull fur out)
...............PIO is no go, DMA all the way...............
Beware of the Pixies - they move in over night and turn your life upside down
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23. January 2004 @ 10:05 |
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That's got be a odd looking cat!
Any word if they're going to fix the setting issue? It's a bit of a pain especially if you're as forgetful as I am.
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The Forum Rules You Agreed To! http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/2487
"And there we saw the giants, and we were in our own sight as grasshoppers, and so we were in their sight" - Numbers 13:33
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baabaa
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23. January 2004 @ 11:21 |
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LOL....
That was the result of using Nero.......LMAO.....
Sorry Nero users...couldn't resist.....and the RSPCA (not mine)
Actually that is not my cat (thankfully), my little mate.......
I have posted that problem with the writers.....I think there should be an answer to it soon, as they have had alot of queries regarding the same thing......
I shall keep you posted of the outcome, however I would believe that it will mean an upgrade rather than a fix......
I use 4.5 Veritas, I do not know whether this problem is evident on the Sonic version 4.6 and above......
One other thing aswell, My Dx 4.5 (and possibly Recordnowmax 4.5) does not seem to check files (when using exact copy method) even though the option is selected...on my XP anyway.....however there hasn't been any problems due to this....
Anyways, it keeps us on our toes....if we can remember the settings then we still have our marbles.......for now that is.......
...............PIO is no go, DMA all the way...............
Beware of the Pixies - they move in over night and turn your life upside down
This message has been edited since posting. Last time this message was edited on 23. January 2004 @ 11:22
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23. January 2004 @ 12:27 |
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Please do keep us posted. My trial for the Veritas RecordNow Max is up in a few days and I'm going to purchase. They better not charge me an upgrade right after I buy it!
My killer sig came courtesy of bb "El Jefe" mayo.
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"And there we saw the giants, and we were in our own sight as grasshoppers, and so we were in their sight" - Numbers 13:33
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23. January 2004 @ 13:27 |
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baabaa:
I use Sonic RecordNow! Deluxe and when I make a backup of a movie, the TAO is set at open. And it still plays in any standalone player and my pc.
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