DVR-A08XL
The DVR-A08XL is capable of writing at speeds up to 16x maximum on DVD-R and +R discs that are designed for this recording speed, as well as specified 8x media. With 16x media not yet available, Pioneer’s DVR-A08XL is allowing customers to write on currently available 8x media at faster speeds by capitalizing on Pioneer over specification technology, a writing strategy designed to allow the A08XL to record at higher speeds with certain media. The double-layer technology extends data storage capacity on DVD recordable discs from 4.7 gigabytes to 8.5 gigabytes. The new drive is also dual format, which support DVD-R and DVD-RW disc formats as well as the +R and +RW formats to eliminate consumer confusion.
Pioneer engineers focused on improving the writing/recording quality and reliability for high-speed writing. New technology accommodates for variances in blank media. Some of the technological advancements include:
- Quiet Drive technolgoy which reduces the operating noise by about 75%.
- Pioneer-developed Liquid Crystal Control System for precise recording onto the surface of discs that may be warped or of uneven thickness.
- Smart Laser Driver to provide a precise laser pulse control and achieve more reliable recording for high-speed writing.
- Precision Recording Technology, which utilizes an auto-adjustable writing technique to enable recording under the best conditions for each disc characteristic at all times. This technology, first introduced in the DVR-A06, enables the DVR-A08 to achieve optimal initial writing performance and helps to minimize the normal deterioration of re-recordable discs due to repeated writing. As a result, the quality for repeatedly used DVD-RW discs is up to 10 times better than previous writers.
- An Ultra Dynamic Resonance Absorber that reduces vibrations that can affect performance during high-speed recording and playback of some discs. With this feature, the high precision servo system remains stable during both high-speed recording and playback.
Write Support | ||
DVD | DVD-R 4.7GB, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW | |
CD | CD-R 700 (type 80), 650MB (type 74), CD-RW, Highspeed CD-RW, Ultraspeed CD-RW | |
Read Support | ||
DVD | DVD-ROM, DVD-VIDEO (Single & Dual layer), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+r, DVD+RW & DVD-RAM | |
CD | CD-ROM(Mode1&2), CD-ROM XA, CD-DA (CD Audio), Video CD, PhotoCD (single/multi-session), CD EXTRA, CD-Text, CD-R, CD-RW | |
Interface | ||
ATAPI Interface | ATA/ATAPI-5 | |
IDE Data Transfer Mode | PIO Mode 4, Multi Word DMA Mode 2, Ultra DMA Mode 4 (Ultra DMA 66 | |
Auto Interface | Analog Audio Output | |
Write Speed | ||
DVD-R | 16x, 12x, 8x, 6x, 4x, 2x, 1x | |
DVD - RW | 4x*4, 2x, 1x | |
DVD + R | 16x, 12x, 8x, 6x, 4x. 2.4x | |
DVD + RW | 4x, 2.4x | |
DVD+R DL*2 | 4x, 2.4x | |
CD - R | 32x, 24x , 16x, 10x, 4x | |
CD - RW | 24x, 20x, 16x, 10x, 4x | |
Read Speed | ||
DVD-ROM (Single) | Max 16x CAV | |
DVD-ROM (Dual) | Max 12x CAV | |
DVD+R, DVD-R | Max 12x CAV | |
DVD+RW, DVD-RW | Max 8x CAV | |
DVD+R DL*2 | Max 8x CAV | |
DVD-RAM | 2x CLV | |
CD-ROM | Max 40x CAV | |
CD-R | Max 40x CAV | |
CD-RW | Max 32x CAV | |
CD-DA (DAE) | Max 40x CAV | |
CD-DA | Max 9.3x CAV | |
Video-CD | Max 9.3x CAV | |
Access Time (random average) | ||
CD-ROM | 130 msec | |
DVD-ROM | 140 msec | |
Seek Time (random average) | ||
CD-ROM | 120 msec | |
DVD-ROM | 130 msec | |
Other Specifications | ||
Data Buffer | 2 MBytes | |
Mounting Orientation | Horizontal and Vertical | |
Maximum Power Consumption | 25.25W | |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 148 x 42.3 x 198mm, 5-13/16” x 1-11/16” x 7-13/16” | |
Net Weight | 1.1 kg, 2.42lbs |
Description | File Size |
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DVR-A08XL General Specifications | 61 kb |
DVR-A08XL Warranty Statement (in English) | 353 kb |
DVR-A08XL Warranty Statement (in French) | 518 kb |
R8 Recordable Media Manufucturers Write Speeds Chart | 63 kb |
DVR-A08XL & DVR-S806 Frequently Asked Questions | 11 kb |
Disc Care and Maintenance | 57 kb |
Description | File Size |
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DVR-A08XL firmware update to version 1.20B | 1,177 kb |
DVR Advanced Quiet-Drive Utility version 1.05 to reduce noise while the disc spins (for Windows 98/ME/XP/2000) |
262 kb |
Device Info & firmware level detector | 232 kb |