Blu-ray is Here! Pioneer BDR-101A Blu-ray Disc and DVD Disc Internal Writer.
The Pioneer BDR-101A Blu-ray Disc/DVD writer will revolutionize digital and high-definition media storage. The incredible new BDR-101A allows professionals to test & author high-definition Blu-ray Disc content while providing the ability for high-capacity data storage. The Pioneer BDR-101A drive can read BD-ROM discs, read/write single layer BD-R & BD-RE discs, read DVD-ROM, and read/write most DVD recordable media formats.
Blu-ray Disc® is the latest and greatest optical disc technology. It might physically look and feel just like a CD or DVD, but Blu-ray Disc can do so much more! Pioneer is one of the companies that helped create this new disc format that will deliver HD content to your home.
Any one who has seen a great HDTV knows that once you start watching TV in HD, you don't want to go back to standard definition programming. Even the DVDs
that looked so crisp and clear when they were first introduced in 1996 seem to fade in comparison. Along comes Blu-ray Disc and soon enough you'll be able to get movies and other programs in HD from your local video retailer. Likewise, you'll be able to record HD programming from your cable, satellite or TV antenna to relive the "big game" as many times as you like. And, with a Blu-ray Disc computer drive, you can store up to 50 gigabytes at a time when you back up your data, photos, portable music files and home videos.
Specifications
Cache Size:
8 MB
BD-R Write Speed:
2x
BD-RE Write Speed:
2x
BD Read Speed:
2x
DVD+R Write Speed:
8x
DVD+RW Rewrite Speed:
4x
DVD-R Write Speed:
8x
DVD-RW Rewrite Speed:
4x
DVD Read Speed:
8x
Color:
Beige
Length:
7.79"
Width:
5.8"
Height:
1.66"
Weight:
2.4 lbs.
Load Type:
Tray
Interface Type:
E-IDE
Enclosure Type:
Internal
Compatible Writable Media:
DVD+R
DVD±RW DL
DVD+RW
DVD-R
DVD+R DL
DVD-R DL
BD-R
BD-RE
Detailed Features
A Closer Look
Features
Blu-ray Disc delivers the capacity for the best possible high definition audio and video quality.
HDTV provides six times more picture information than standard definition TV so you don't miss a single detail. In order to do that, HDTV requires more bits per second and more gigabytes per disc. So if you want great HDTV, you'll also want a Blu-ray Disc player or recorder to watch movies in HD and to record HDTV programming.
You'll find Blu-ray Disc hardware from Pioneer and nearly all other consumer electronics companies.
In addition, the world's largest and best recognized computer companies also support Blu-ray Disc, as well as the most popular video game manufacturers.
Many major movie studios are planning to release their hottest new titles on Blu-ray Disc as well.
Additional Benefits that come with Blu-ray Disc.
In case the stellar audio and video quality aren't enough to make you run out to see Blu-ray Disc technology for yourself, consider the other benefits of having more storage capacity on a single disc. Instead of a multi-disc set where you have to switch between the movie disc and the bonus features disc, you can get it all on one disc. When DVD was first invented, there was no such thing as a "bonus feature." As soon as those creative types in Hollywood realized the benefits of DVD over VHS tape, they went wild in creating the added content that makes us love DVD. Knowing that they'll have even more room and interactivity with Blu-ray Disc, who knows what they'll come up with next?
To start with, you're likely to get:
More bonus materials, including some or all in high definition
More sophisticated interactive features enabled by a
Blu-ray Disc-Java layer of programming
Multi-channel and Multi-angle HD video
Internet Connectivity (some models)
Pop-up menus without having to leave a movie
High resolution full color graphics and onscreen buttons
Prequels and Second Sessions
Bundled Video Games
And more…
Customer Reviews and Rating
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good but slooooow
unless u need it, wait about 6 months- theyll get muchhhhh faster and cheaper.
A DVD-R and
DVD+R share similarities in that they are both write-once formats, they
both have single-sided capacities of 4.7GB, they both need finalization
after recording for broad playback, and both can be used for either data
storage or video applications. The major difference is that they are not
interchangeable when it comes to recording. Because each format writes information
to its corresponding disc differently, DVD+R discs must be recorded by
a +R drive or video recorder, and DVD-R discs must be recorded by a -R drive
or video recorder. Once recorded, they share similar playback compatibility.
Creating Your Own DVDs
A Handy Guide to Help You Satisfy Your Yearn to Burn!
You just took your brand new DVD burner out of the box and you can't wait
to get started doing fun things like customizing movies and archiving tons
of data. You've got your user manual in front of you, but you really would
like to cut to the chase rather than wade through a bunch of technical jargon.
Don't fret - we've designed this handy guide as an easy-to-read shortcut
to get you started. Of course, we do recommend that you get around to reading
your user manual, but first it's time to satisfy your yearn to burn!
Creating Your Own DVDs
A Handy Guide to Help You Satisfy Your Yearn to Burn!
You just took your brand new DVD burner out of the box and you can't wait
to get started doing fun things like customizing movies and archiving tons
of data. You've got your user manual in front of you, but you really would
like to cut to the chase rather than wade through a bunch of technical jargon.
Don't fret - we've designed this handy guide as an easy-to-read shortcut
to get you started. Of course, we do recommend that you get around to reading
your user manual, but first it's time to satisfy your yearn to burn!
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Selecting and Installing Optical Drives
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If you want to upgrade your existing optical drives or add something new,
like a DVD drive, here are some easy tips to follow to help you make your
choice. For your convenience, we’ve included nearly a score of simple
installation hints, along with helpful photographs, to assist you.
Manufactured by:
Pioneer Warranty provided by:
Pioneer Limited Warranty:
12 months parts;
12 months labor
Mfg Part No:
BDR-101A UPC No:
012562827346 Box Size:
( Length:
12, Width:
11, Depth:
7 )
Shipping Weight:
3.2000 pound(s)
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Limited Warranty: A full text version of the limited warranty
may be obtained by mailing a self addressed, stamped envelope to the
address below and requesting the warranty for item number:
P725-3060
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