Verbatim Corporation announced plans to release 1-16X speed DVD+R media. With the potential to record at about 21 MB/sec, the discs should store 4.7GB of video, photos, music or data files in about five minutes. Verbatim is working with verification authorities and expects to begin manufacturing certified 1-16X DVD+R media shortly after specifications are released later this month. Sample 16X media has also been provided to leading burner manufacturers that are tuning their drives to Verbatim's media.

By using a proven dye technology in its 8X DVD+R media as the platform for the new, Verbatim says that engineers not only achieved 16X +R write speed, they ensured that the new media will maintain backward compatibility with existing DVD recorders and 1-8X DVD+R burners. According to the company, its patented AZO dye features excellent thermal and optical properties for a wider power margin and increased sensitivity to laser light for high-speed recording. Reliability is enhanced by controlling the heat interference between recording marks, which reduces degradation, minimizes jitter and enables superior recording characteristics across the entire range of available recording speeds, from 1X through 16X.

"The flatness of the media is especially critical for 16X recording because it minimizes the errors that can occur during high-speed recording," explained Tim Clatterbuck, Verbatim's Optical Storage Marketing Manager. "Working closely with the format working group as well as the verification authorities and leading burner manufacturers, consumers can be confident that Verbatim 16X DVD+R media will perform as expected."

Reliable, high-speed recording and broad compatibility should make Verbatim's new 16X DVD+R discs ideal for sharing computer data, home videos, photos, and music. With write-once security and 4.7 GB of capacity, the media should also be an excellent storage solution for fast backups and archiving.

Availability
Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, Verbatim 16X DVD+R media will ship shortly after the media specifications are approved later this month. The new high-speed media should be available through leading retailers, Internet resellers and distributors across the country in September.

7/27/04 www.daytrum.com Editorial Staff

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