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Pioneer BDR-202
Blu-ray Disc/DVD/CD Writer
The
BDR-202 Blu-ray Disc/DVD/CD writer is the next generation Blu-ray Disc
writer from Pioneer. This writer allows professional users to test
& author high-definition Blu-ray Disc content while also delivering
the ability for high-capacity data storage. The drive can read BDROM
discs, read/write single layer BD-R & BD-RE discs, read DVD-ROM,
and read/write most DVD and CD recordable media formats. Offering revolutionary 4x burning speed, the BDR-202 can create a full BD-R 25GB disc in around 25 minutes.
BDR202A - beige drive
$399.95
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BDR202B- black drive
$399.95
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• Serial ATA Interface
• Blu-ray Disc writer at up to 4X on BD-R media
• Blu-ray Disc writer at up to 2X on BD-RE media
• Store up to 25Gb of data on a Blu-ray Disc in 25 minutes
• DVD writer at up to 12X on DVD-R/+R
• CD writer at up to 24x on CD -R/CD-RW
• Reads BD-ROM (Single Layer, Dual Layer), BD-RE (Single Layer), BD-R (Single Layer)
• Reads DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
• Reads CD-ROM, CD-R/CD-RW
Vidoguys #9 Product of 2007
This is the second generation of Blu-Ray Disc burner from Pioneer. As expected it is faster and less expensive than the original BDR-101 that shipped last year. I still believe that when all is said and done Blu-Ray Disc will be victorious and the dominant HiDef optical disc solution. Sony, Disney and Warner Bros are now releasing their titles exclusively on Blu-Ray. The Blu-Ray Disc you create with the BDR-202 will play on the Sony PlayStation 3 (now under $400) as well as the various stand alone Blu-Ray Disc players that have come down in price dramatically over the past few months.
Creating a Blu-Ray Disc is still expensive (compared to standard DVDs and media) but you can create high definition discs that folks can watch at home. I realize not that many of us have Blu-Ray Disc players yet, but millions of PS3s are now in living rooms all over the world. The BDR202 attaches to your computer via SATA connector. SATA gives superior performance to the old fashion EIDE connector. For PC owners that means improved data throughput and easier connectivity. Unfortunately, this can be a problem with new Macs which do not have an easy way to attach them. We do have a work around that will work great and takes only a little extra effort and a less than $10 adapter plug.
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 Roxio DVDit Pro HD
Blu-ray Bundle
This Bundle Includes
• Pioneer BDR-202
• Roxio DVDit Pro HD
• 5 pack of Verbatim BD-R 25GB plus 1 BD-RE 25GB Disc
• Eye Scream Factory DVD Art Essentials
$725.00
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Videoguys BDR-202 Mega Bundle
• Pioneer BDR-202 ($429.95 Value)
• Eye Scream Factory DVD Art Essentials ($29.95 Value)
• 5-pack of Verbatim BD-R 25GB ($79.95 Value)
• 1 piece of Verbatim BD-RE 25GB ($19.95 Value)
$475.00
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 Verbatim
BD-R 25GB
$14.99
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 Verbatim
BD-RE 25GB
$19.99
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Verbatim Blu-ray Disc Bonus Pack
High-quality Blu-ray Discs
This bonus pack bundle includes a 5-pack of Verbatim 25GB BD-R discs plus One 25GB re-writeable BD-RE disc perfectly suited & recommended by the Videoguys for use with the Pioneer BDR-202 Blu-ray Disc Burner.
$89.95
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Beige drive available by request, please call 800-323-2325.
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Mounting Orientation |
Horizontal and Vertical |
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Data Buffer (size) |
BD (8Mb), DVD (2Mb) |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) |
148 x 42.3 x 198mm |
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BD |
BD-R, BD-RE (Single layer) |
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DVD |
DVD-R/DVD+R (4.7Gbytes single layer), DVD-R/DVD+R (dual/double layer), DVD-RW/DVD+RW |
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BD |
BD-ROM, BD-R, BD-RE |
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DVD |
DVD-ROM, DVD-R/DVD+R (single & double layer), DVD-RW, DVD+RW |
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BD-R |
4x, 2x |
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BD-RE |
2x, 1x |
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DVD-R |
8x, 6x, 4x, 2x, 1x |
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DVD-RW |
4x, 2x, 1x |
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DVD-RW |
4x, 2x, 1x |
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DVD+R |
8x, 6x, 4x, 2x, 1x |
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DVD+RW |
4x, 3.3x, 2.4x |
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DVD+R (Double Layer) |
2.4x |
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DVD-R (Dual Layer) |
2x |
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BD-R |
Max 2x CAV |
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BD-RE |
Max 2x CAV |
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BD-ROM |
Max 2x CAV |
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DVD-ROM (single) |
Max 8x CAV |
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DVD-ROM (dual) |
Max 6x CAV |
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DVD-R, DVD-RW |
Max 6x CAV |
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DVD+R, DVD+RW |
Max 6x CAV |
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| Videoguys Tech Tip: BDR202 Installation in a new Mac Pro
The BDR-202 is a SATA optical drive. It will work in the Mac Pro, but it will take some effort. It involves removing the front fan assembly, plugging in a right-angled SATA cable to the motherboard, routing it up into the optical drive bay. You also need a power cable adapter that will convert the old P1 power connector to a SATA power connector. Now, you just plug in these cables to your BluRay drive and it will work.
SATA Power to 4Pin Power Converter
Inexpensive (under $5) cable assembly converts 4-pin standard MOLEX power connector from the power supply to SATA power connector for the hard drive. Since The BDR-202 don't have the 4-pin MOLEX power connectors, you'll need these converters for Mac Pro installation.
http://www.pc-pitstop.com/sata_cables_adapters/
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New technology brings high definition video to optical disc
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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.
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| 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 |
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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.
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- What is Blu-ray Disc?
Blu-ray Disc is the latest revolution in optical storage technology for PC products, consumer electronics and gaming consoles.
- Why is it called Blu-ray?
The new technology employs a shorter wavelength blue laser that is focused to a much smaller spot size than DVD's red laser, thereby increasing data storage capacity.
- What's the benefit of Blu-ray Disc?
The new Blu-ray discs can store 25GB data on single layer discs and 50GB data on dual layer discs. That's the equivalent of 23 hours of standard definition TV content or 6 hours of HD programming. One 50GB Blu-ray Disc can store the same amount of information as 70 recordable CDs or 10 recordable DVDs.
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.
What other benefits 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
Is this new technology sturdy?
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Absolutely. In fact, Blu-ray Disc technology uses various hard-coat technologies to make the discs more durable and "family-friendly." The hard coat provides resistance to fingerprints, marks, scratches and dust, making it even sturdier than today's CD and DVD technologies. |
What do I do with all of my DVDs?
No problem. Pioneer Blu-ray Disc players and recorders are compatible with DVD so you can continue to play your DVD movies as you start your catalog of new Blu-ray Disc movies.
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