Introduction
In the latest of CDR-Zone.COM's 16x DVD reviews I get the chance to run my thumb over the latest DVD+R offering from BenQ. It features both PicFect and DataGuard X Technology technology which should ensure a good recording is achieved on a regular basis with low potential error rates. Sounds like a good deal for the end user, but in reality how will this media cope when put under the microscope. During the course of this review I hope to find out exactly how true that claim is.
Some information about BenQ 16x DVD+R media:
Picture-perfect memories that last:
PicFectTM Technology is developed by BenQ Optical Media Lab to minimize the PI value (the error rate from the original video to the copy) for a perfect picture quality. That is why BenQ DVD Media can offer the best picture and sound quality for your enjoyment.
Featuring DataGuard XTMTechnology:
Among all the storage solutions providers, BenQ is the only company that actually
manufactures both CD-RW drives and CD Media. With the complete knowledge of optical storage, BenQ has developed DataGuard Technology to effectively protect recorded data against various
environmental changes.
| Detailed media information for the BenQ 16x DVD+R media | | Media name: | BenQ 16x DVD+R | | Brand: | BenQ | | Manufacturer: | Daxon | | Made in: | Taiwan | | Media ID Code: | DAXON-AZ3-00 | | Media Type: | DVD+R | | Rated speed: | 16x | | Max. storage capacity: | 4.7 GB | | Writing surface colour (dye): | Light Purple | | Top surface colour: | Pearl White | | Printable top surface? | No |
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The review media came to me in a spindle of 25 although 50 spindle versions are also available as well as jewel cases where stocked. I will mention these as spindle A and spindle B during this review. Users of BenQ media will note that the plain white design and BenQ logo have now been replaced with a pearl white effect and no logo. The BenQ 16x DVD+R media uses a dye from Daxon technology in Taiwan and this is exactly as expected. BenQ have been using Daxon technology to produce their media since the early days of recordable DVD media and I am glad to see the partnership continue.
I must also point out that this review comes at a time when some DVD Writers may not have fully optimised support in their firmware at present. Though being BenQ branded I would expect a very good level of support, especially in BenQ and Philips based writers. The Philips DVDR 1660P1 writer used in this review should offer that optimised support if past experience is anything to go on.
For the real media quality enthusiast, the batch number codes on the inner circle of the disc are marked AMC16DPR47DH301 and MG04020180859-2-A4P120 respectively. The recording surface is a light purple and carries the Media ID of DAXON-AZ3-00 according to VSO Inspector
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