| Media guide: Using the right disc |
One of the challenges of working with CD and DVD
burning software is making sure you are using the best disc format for
your drive and for your project. There are many variables to consider.
Not all drives support all types of media. CDs cost less than DVDs. Some
projects require certain types of discs. The chart below offers suggestions
to help guide you through this maze. (Your version of the project launcher
may not include all of the projects listed here.) |
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Project |
Recommended media |
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Create an Audio CD |
CD-R media (also known
as write-once CD media) for best compatibility. You cannot create
an audio CD with a DVD disc. |
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Create a Jukebox CD/DVD |
Use write-once "R"
media. Rewritable "RW" media can be used if the disc will be played
in a computer. |
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Project |
Recommended media |
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Disc Copy |
Use the same type
of disc as the original: CD or DVD and "R" or "RW."
For audio CDs use CD-R media. For video discs use DVD R media. |
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Project |
Recommended media |
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Data Disc |
Write-once ("R" media)
is recommended. DVD media is recommended for large amounts of data. |
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Easy Archive |
Write-once ("R" media)
is recommended. DVD media is recommended for large amounts of data. |
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Project |
Recommended media |
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Create a Video CD |
CD-R media (also known
as write-once CD media) for best compatibility. |
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Create a Video-DVD |
Write-once DVD media for best compatibility. |
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