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DVR-109

image: DVR-109 and DVR-109BK

 
  • Maximum Write Speed:
  • - DVD-R 1X, 2X, 4X, 6X, 8X*, 12X*, 16X*
  • - DVD-R Dual Layer 2X, 4X, 6X
  • - DVD-RW 1X, 2X, 4X, 6X
  • - DVD+R 2.4X, 4X, 6X, 8X*, 12X*, 16X*
  • - DVD+R Double Layer 2.4X, 4X, 6X
  • - DVD+RW 2.4X, 4X, 6X, 8X#
  • - CD-R 4X, 10X, 16X, 32X*, 40X*
  • - CD-RW 4X, 10X, 16X, 20X#, 24X#
  • Writing Formats: # ZCLV, * CAV
  • ATAPI Interface
  • Supports "Buffer Under Run" protection 2Mbytes
  • Vertical and Horizontal Mounting
  • Available in BEIGE and BLACK

Pioneer launches its new multiple format DVD writer the DVR-109. This new model supports 16x write speeds on both DVD-R/+R* along with the capability to write at 6x speed on DVD-R/+R Double/Dual Layer media** . This extends Pioneer's track record of establishing key performance benchmarks when introducing new DVD writers. With the facility to write 4.7GB of data to write-once media in approx. seven minutes, or store up to 8.5GB on Double Layer media, the DVR-109 enhances a wide range of DVD applications including the authoring, editing and storing of video files, developing digital music catalogues, building image libraries and backing up data.

1.Liquid Crystal Tilt / Thickness Compensator
Provides accurate, reliable READ/WRITE performance with a variety of disc characteristics. The Liquid Crystal Tilt Compensator is an ideal solution for irregularly curved, thin/thick, and double layer discs.

2.Smart Laser Driver
Smart Laser Driver: Write strategy control circuitry positioned in close proximity to the writing laser limits signal delay, allowing high quality recording at high speed.

Specifications
DVD DVD-R*1, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R DL (Dual Layer), DVD+R DL*3 (Double Layer) DVD+RW
CD CD-R 700(type 80), 650MB(type 74), CD-RW, Ultraspeed CD-RW, Highspeed CD-RW
Read Support
DVD DVD-ROM (single layer and DL), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R DL (Dual Layer), DVD+R DL*3 (Double Layer), DVD+RW, DVD-RAM (Non-cartridge DVD-RAM Version 2.0/2.1 only)
CD CD-ROM(Mode 1), CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (form1, form 2), CD-DA, CD-Extra (CD Plus), Video CD, PhotoCD (single/multi-session), CD-Text, CD-R, CD-RW (High-speed CD-RW, Ultra Speed CD-RW)
Write Speed *2
DVD-R 16x, 12x, 8x, 6x, 4x, 2x, 1x
DVD-RW 6x, 4x, 2x, 1x
DVD-R DL 6x, 4x, 2x
DVD+R 16x, 12x, 8x, 6x, 4x. 2.4x
DVD+RW 8x, 6x, 4x, 2.4x
DVD+R DL*3 6x, 4x, 2.4x
CD-R 40x, 32x, 24x, 16x, 10x, 4x
CD-RW 24x, 20x, 16x, 10x, 4x
An 80-wire IDE cable is required for 16X DVD writing speed.
Read Speed
DVD-ROM (single) Max 16x CAV
DVD-ROM (dual) Max 12x CAV
DVD-R, DVD+R MAX 12x CAV
DVD-RW,DVD+RW Max 8x CAV
DVD+DL MAX 8x CAV
DVD-RAM Max 2x CLV
CD-ROM, CD-R Max 40x CAV
CD-RW Max 32x CAV
Mounting Orientation Horizontal and Verticle
IDE Interface ATAPI PIO Mode 4, Multi word DMA Mode 2 16.6 Mbytes/sec. Ultra DMA mode 4
66.6 MBytes/sec.
Data Buffer (size) 2 MBytes (Write, Read)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 148mm x 42.3mm x 180mm
    Cautions
  • 1 DVD-R Version 2.0 for Gerenal only
  • 2 Media specific feature. Use speed certified media. An 80 wire IDE cable is required to achieve maximum writing speed
  • 3 DVD+R Double Layer Media
Notes:
. Specific application program(s) that support above format(s) required.
. Supported media required for specific DVD & CD writing speeds.
. To perform DVD writing at 12x or 16x speeds, use Pioneer-designate disc media.

Regarding DVD-R Dual Layer / 8X DVD+RW support
DVD-R Dual Layer is a write once media format with the capacity to write up to 8.5 GB to two layers.
The DVD-R Dual Layer format is being discussed in the DVD Forum.
The DVD+RW 8x format is being discussed in the +RW alliance.
DVD-R Dual Layer/8X DVD+RW support will be available via firmware update after each format has been officially released.

RPC setting
The DVR-109 includes Regional Playback Control(RPC Phase II Mode). Region changes can be made up to five(5) times including the initial setting. Be aware that the fifth(5th) change will be PERMANENT. Therefore, please use caution when changing the region code on the DVR-109
The method of changing the region code number may vary on the decoder or operating system used.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT:
To achieve the specified writing and reading performance it is important that the DVR-109 is connected to the IDE port via an 80 way ribbon cable and that the IDE port is at least UDMA 66 or above.