Can tell me more about the pioneer a07? How much better is it going to be?
For a start it will read dvdram media.
It will burn dvd-r/+r at 1x, 2x, 4x, 6x and 8x.
The 6x burning option was added for those who don't have a fast enough
pc to keep up the data rate for 8x burning.
it will do dvd-rw at 1x, 2x and 4x and dvd+rw at 2.4x and 4x.
Due out in the usa in Dec if the dvd forum passes dvd-r 8x media and
dvd-rw 4x media. Comes out in oz in Jan of 04.
Pioneer press release here.
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pna/press/release/detail/0,,2076_4313_30704192,00.html
Pioneer Introduces Fastest Multiple Format DVD/CD Writer On Market
Long Beach Nov 11, 2003
World’s first “8x8” dual format writer offers wide variety of features
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc., the leader in recordable DVD
technology, today announced the DVR-A07, a new dual format DVD/CD
internal writer that offers the fastest write speeds possible and also
provides precision recording technology for consumers who demand it.
The DVR-A07 is the world’s first 8x8 dual format writer, meaning it is
capable of writing at 8x speed on DVD-R discs whose standard is being
ratified in the DVD Forum and +R discs that are designed for this
recording speed. The new drive also records high-speed DVD-RW and +RW
discs at up to 4x speed, and CD-R and CD-RW discs at up to 24x speed.
By supporting the DVD Forum’s DVD-R and DVD-RW disc formats as well as
the +R and +RW formats, Pioneer is helping to eliminate format
confusion, which has become a growing problem for potential buyers.
“With the launch of the industry’s first “8x8” dual format writer,
Pioneer is once again putting the needs of the user at the top of our
priority list,” said Andy Parsons, senior vice president of industrial
video and mass storage sales and marketing at Pioneer Electronics
(USA) Inc. “The DVR-A07 will save users valuable time by writing DVD
and CD discs as fast as recordable DVD technology allows at this
point. It also lets users focus on writing DVDs instead of worrying
about which disc format they need to buy.”
Pioneer engineers also focused on improving the writing/recording
quality and reliability for high-speed writing. New technology
accommodates for variances in blank media. Some of the technological
advancements include:
Pioneer-developed Liquid Crystal Control System for precise recording
onto the surface of discs that may be warped or of uneven thickness.
Smart Laser Driver to provide a precise laser pulse control and
achieve more reliable recording for high-speed writing.
Precision Recording Technology, which utilizes an auto-adjustable
writing technique to enable recording under the best conditions for
each disc characteristic at all times. This technology, first
introduced in the DVR-A06, enables the DVR-A07 to achieve optimal
initial writing performance and helps to minimize the normal
deterioration of re-recordable discs due to repeated writing. As a
result, the quality for repeatedly used DVD-RW discs is up to 10 times
better than previous writers.
A Defect Management System that enhances the writing reliability
further, while maintaining read compatibility with other DVD-ROM
drives, DVD players and DVD recorders.
An Ultra Dynamic Resonance Absorber that reduces vibrations that can
affect performance during high-speed recording and playback of some
discs. With this feature, the high precision servo system remains
stable during both high-speed recording and playback.
The DVR-A07 will also include an extensive collection of software
applications for video authoring, editing, DVD slide show creation,
and data recording.
The DVR-A07 is expected to be available in December pending the DVD
Forum’s approval of 8x write speed for DVD-R and 4x write speed for
DVD-RW.
Pioneer’s Professional Video Group is the leader and technical
innovator in optical disc technology for the industrial market. It is
a part of the Business Solutions Division, which provides professional
business-to-business products across a wide range of markets including
cable television, professional video/audio, educational, medical,
legal and banking.
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. is headquartered in Long Beach, Calif.,
and its U.S. Web address is
www.pioneerelectronics.com. Its parent
company, Pioneer Corporation, is a leader in optical disc technology
and a preeminent manufacturer of high-performance audio, video,
computer and cable equipment for the home, car and business markets.
The company focuses on four core business domains including DVD,
display technologies, Digital Network Entertainment and components.
Founded in 1938 in Tokyo, Pioneer Corporation employs more than 35,000
people worldwide. Its shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange
(NYSE
IO).
