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What is causing my dvd's to be choppy?
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Rado03
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2. May 2004 @ 15:46 |
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I have a I/O magic +-RW dvd recorder. I have been using DVDX Copy Platinum to burn movies. I have been using Hypermedia +R which is made by CMC Mag. I was using +R's becuase I was told that they are better than -R's. I told know the truth to that. I have been having to compress alot of these movies. My question is: Is it the quality of the DVD, the program which I use, My DVD recorder that is over a majority of the movies I make all chopped up and locking up? I even bought a new sony dvd player. Any recomedations?
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2. May 2004 @ 17:10 |
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Hypermedia +R which is made by CMC Mag
That's probably the answer right there. CMC makes piss-poor media and piss poor media causes skipping and freezing.
I'd recommend getting your hands on some Ritek G04 or Verbatim Metal AZO media, both of which are known quality. Riteks can be had on the net for less than a buck apiece at some sites.
The quality of your copies can also be affected by the quality of your burner, the burner's firmware version and to some extent the software you use.
Not many users here hold Xcopy in high regards.
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philip51
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2. May 2004 @ 23:32 |
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my dvds used to break up all the time too, not in my sony dvd player but whenever i leant them to someone. So i started to compress them to 4gig with DVD Shrink and burn with DVD Decrypter, i also stopped putting sticky labels on-i think that was the main problem for me.
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grogey
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3. May 2004 @ 03:57 |
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The quality of your copies can also be affected by the quality of your burner, the burner's firmware version and to some extent the software you use.
How true how true!!!
JMO but first check the quality of your media, then check out the firmware version on your burner - try using DVDInfoPro to get the information you need. You might need to upgrade the firmware on your burner. It is worth doing a web search using the details of your drive and the media and/or software you are using.
There are occasions where certain drives and/or firmware versions don't agree with particular types of media.........I am prime example. Liteon LDW411S does not like RitekG04s. But after a bit of researching and modding of the drive I can now burn just about use any software and media with great success.
I started my research with a simple search on google with this as the identifiers:
liteon LDW-411S RitekG04 and gained a wealth of information.
You could do a similar search noting your hardware and just the word media or perhaps your software program and see what you find.
Grogeybear
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michigan
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6. May 2004 @ 01:24 |
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stick on labels and bad media are prime suspects for these cases
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kranecu
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6. May 2004 @ 10:53 |
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philip51
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6. May 2004 @ 11:20 |
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dvdshrink doesn't burn to dvd, you have to use another program like DVD Decrypter, Nero, clone dvd etc.
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kranecu
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6. May 2004 @ 12:00 |
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so... when I click "backup!" on DVD Shrink and it encodes and burns to dvd, is it actually Nero that is doing the burning?
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ispy
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6. May 2004 @ 14:23 |
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Rado03: Use decent media,Ritek -R with the G04 dye,kiss your problems goodbye.I use the white top printables,160 burns on 2 machines so far with no coasters. Good Luck ispy
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michigan
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6. May 2004 @ 16:29 |
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Yes Nero is actually doing the burning, if everything is working right you won't even know it.
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8. May 2004 @ 06:28 |
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What are your system resources and are u using other system tools/components when doing the back up burning?
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8. May 2004 @ 21:04 |
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Also switch to -R's, you'll find most of the forum folks use these. You just have to try various media and a brand that works for your burner... and stick to it.
Use Nero CD Speed's 'Transfer Test' to check your burn. You want a result like this:
This shows a good mediamatch for my burner.
You don't need special hacks to make good burns. Check your burner's site for a firmware update.
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grogey
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9. May 2004 @ 02:33 |
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MysticE you said:
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You don't need special hacks to make good burns. Check your burner's site for a firmware update.
Did I say you needed hacks to make good burns? No - what I said was:
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You might need to upgrade the firmware on your burner. It is worth doing a web search using the details of your drive and the media and/or software you are using.......... There are occasions where certain drives and/or firmware versions don't agree with particular types of media.........
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I am prime example........ But after a bit of researching and modding of the drive I can now burn just about use any software and media with great success.
The primary purpose of the post is there before your eyes........I'd already said what you have then repeated........ to Quote:
upgrade the firmware on (the) burner.
The solution for Rado03 or anyone else is not going to be the same as mine - unless perchance they just happen to have a Liteon LWD-411S that doesn't burn consistently - on either -R or +R media of any kind. Do the websearch I suggested yourself - you might then see just how common the problem of firmware -v- media is and might be surprised to learn something new today.
Grogeybear
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9. May 2004 @ 07:08 |
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@grogey
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...and modding of the drive
I guess I should have said 'modding' and not 'hacking'.
I really don't care about your long winded and self-serving reply. The point of my post was that the burn quality of the media used should be tested for good compatability with one's own burner (seems you either missed that or don't understand the need for it). There are many instances where someone says the media works great, yet someone with exact same model reports poor results. One size does not fit all. There's lots of good media out there, find the best match, using your burner, with this simple test, and stick with it. Although Nero CD Speed may not be the ultimate test, a result like I posted will usually ensure good, consistant results that tend to work in many standalones.
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grogey
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9. May 2004 @ 07:43 |
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MysticE That's the pot calling the kettle black isn't it?
The point I made was that I hadn't suggested modding or hacking as you put it - merely that firmware upgrading is a good place to start.
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The point of my post was that the burn quality of the media used should be tested for good compatability with one's own burner (seems you either missed that or don't understand the need for it)
Do not ever assume what I do or don't understand......... just shows how limited your post reading is. Here are a few samples of my recent posts: I've included the links to the relevant threads just incase you'd like to cut me off at the knees about something else.
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In my situation I found finding the right media - and I am still testing is subject to many variations. What media does your burner like best?
http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/83790Quote:
I know there is crappy media out there and good media too - but sometimes we need to think outside the square and have a look at our hardware and firmware too.
http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/2/80638Quote:
JMO but first check the quality of your media, then check out the firmware version on your burner - try using DVDInfoPro to get the information you need. You might need to upgrade the firmware on your burner. It is worth doing a web search using the details of your drive and the media and/or software you are using.
There are occasions where certain drives and/or firmware versions don't agree with particular types of media.........
http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/83428
http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/84288
On second thoughts - the list of relevant posts would be too big........try a search of my posts and research your information before making assumptions.
Grogeybear
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9. May 2004 @ 08:11 |
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Another long winded self-serving post.
Yea OK... you win.
Good bye.
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grogey
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9. May 2004 @ 08:26 |
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Crikey what'd I ever do to you?
The definition of self serving is to be interested only in oneself.
If sharing what information I've learnt in the past to help others is self serving then I guess that's me. I've appreciated all the help and guidance from members here and have passed on what I've learnt in return. I don't mind people making constructive criticism of what I write but I certainly do not have to put up with arrogant people like yourself who like to cut others down just because they believe their opinion is the right one.
Until you have lived as I have, been where I have been and experienced what I have ~ do not have an opinion on nor judge my actions. Many in the same position have not survived!
And that is a direct quote from moi!
Grogeybear
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brian100
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9. May 2004 @ 08:47 |
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From Mystice's post
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One size does not fit all. There's lots of good media out there, find the best match, using your burner, with this simple test, and stick with it. Although Nero CD Speed may not be the ultimate test, a result like I posted will usually ensure good, consistant results that tend to work in many standalones.
That is good advice,In my opinion. Good point Mystice
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9. May 2004 @ 11:02 |
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No-one pick on Grogey fellas ya hear??? Women like to be right, best advice is to let them.....less hassle ;-)
If ya's pick on her ill have to come and bitch-slap u all - and we dont want that now do we ;-) lol
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brian100
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9. May 2004 @ 11:48 |
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Oriphus
You had better come with yer boyfriend matey, Im a blackbelt in origami here. Paper cuts can be lethal!! :-)
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10. May 2004 @ 17:36 |
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Right , if anyone in here flames any other user once more you will be banned [without 2nd warning].
That is mainly directed at you MysticE (read Forum Rules http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/2487
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I really don't care about your long winded and self-serving reply
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Another long winded self-serving post.
Yea OK... you win.
Good bye.
grogey has only but left in-depth & concise replies to problems since her arrival @ aD forums , so maybe count to ten before leaving such attitude in text next time.
If I get attitude I will instantly deactivate user !!
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10. May 2004 @ 19:04 |
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We need more love!! Big hugs from Nephilim for all :)
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grogey
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10. May 2004 @ 22:23 |
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Thanx herbsman - I must admit it certainly put me on my back foot for the first time at AD.
How can sticking up for one's self be considered self-serving.........and as for the long winded bit - well anyone who has gotten to know me through these forums knows damm well that I have a problem writing short posts........
hehehehehehe concise isn't exactly a term that I would have acquainted with myself........but thanks anyway herbsman.
The one thing above all others that has kept me coming back to AfterDawn is the generousity and willingness of members to help and guide each other. Ultimately we can only give our thoughts and opinions and leave the reader to make their own decision.
Owing to personal circumstances that have arisen in my life over the last 4 years I am in no way backwards in defending myself should I feel attacked or put-down in anyway.......but I hope I still do so in a civilised manner.
Grogeybear
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11. May 2004 @ 00:39 |
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I find ya all well long winded comapred to my short and sweetness replies ;-) Only kidding of course.
I find both Grogey's and Mystice's post very informative nearly all of the time :-D
Brian, aint got a clue what Origami is lol, but i've boxed for 3 years and im in the gym 6 days a week lifting weights, but still, since i dont know what Origami is, ill bring me boyfriend lol ;-)
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If I get attitude I will instantly deactivate any user !!
Uh oh....er....i think id better stay hidden for a while....*runs and hides*
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