Section 4. Using Your PX-B310U or PX-B310SA
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DVD+RW, DVD-RW
: ReWritable DVD. You can record and re-
record (up to 1,000 times) on these discs. You can also read them.
Figure 10: The logo identifies the type of DVD media
With double layer media, you don’t need to turn the disc over to record
on side 2.
DVD-RAM Media
Unlike standard DVD media, you do not need special DVD burning
software to write or read DVD-RAM discs on a computer. You can
access these discs like a floppy disk or hard drive. You can even write a
DVD-RAM disc with a set-top box, then read it on the PX-B310U or
PX-B310SA drive.
The PX-B310U and PX-B310SA supports reading and writing with 4.7-
GB (version 2) DVD-RAM discs.
CD-ROM Media
You can use these types of CD media:
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CD-ROM
: You can immediately play or read prerecorded compact
discs, such as audio CDs and data discs.
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CD-R
: Recordable CD. You can record on these discs, but only
once. You can also read them.
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CD-RW
: Normal Speed, High Speed, Ultra Speed and Ultra Speed
Plus
ReWritable CD. These discs support recording and re-recording
(up to 1,000 times). You can also read them.
To achieve a certain writing speed, you must use the appropriate media.
To achieve 48X CD-R writing speed you must use certified 48X (or
higher) media; and to achieve 32X CD-RW writing speed you must use
Ultra Speed Plus CD-RW media.
