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Review: Pioneer DVR-112D |
Pioneer was kind enough to send us the DVR-112D for review. Last month we reviewed the DVR-112 and were very impressed by its writing quality. Let’s see if the DVR-112D can match the DVD-112 performance and quality.
The Pioneer DVR-112D supports 18x DVD±R, 8x/6x DVD+RW/-RW, and 10x DVD+R DL/-R DL writing technology, allowing Double/Dual Layer discs of 8.5Gb to be written. In addition this drive also supports DVD-RAM read at 5x.
Company Information
We are sure that most of you know Pioneer already, but let us take a look at some of the company information found at: http://www.pioneer.eu/
Pioneer Corporation is a global leader in electronics and audio/video products for the home, car, commerce and industry, particularly in the following core multimedia technologies – digital versatile disc (DVD), plasma display panels (PDP) and in-car navigation and A/V systems.
Founded in 1938 as a manufacturer of audio products and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Pioneer has more than 39,000 employees worldwide. Its shares are traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
The company’s track record for developing class-leading technologies has consistently attracted industry acclaim. And its continued focus on innovation remains at the heart of its drive to shape the future of its core consumer electronics markets.
Pioneer world firsts include:
- Separate stereo system, 1962
- Component car stereo, 1975
- GPS car navigation, 1990
- DVD/LD/CD compatible player, 1996
- Plasma display technology, 1997
- DVD recorder compatible with DVD-RW, 1999
- DVD player for professional DJs and VJs, 2004
Pioneer is focused on four key business objectives to be achieved by 2006:
- To be the global leader in the DVD industry
- To build firm foundations for next generation displays
- To develop and strengthen its network-related product line
- To expand into key devices and key technology businesses
Sound. Vision. Soul
Pioneer’s ethos of ‘Sound.Vision.Soul’ is at the heart of every aspect of its business. With the world of entertainment developing faster than ever, Pioneer’s aim is to provide visionary products with the ultimate in sound and audio performance, combined with convenience and flexibility to encompass the soul quality of its business and provide the definitive entertainment experience.
Drive Specifications
We found the specifications of the Pioneer DVR-112D at the Pioneer website
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Specifications |
DVR-112D |
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Write Support |
· DVD-R (4.7GB, Ver 2.0 & 2.1 for General) · DVD-R DL (8.54GB, Dual Layer, Ver 3.0) · DVD-RW (4.7GB, Ver 1.0, 1.1 & 1.2) · +R (4.7GB, Ver 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 & 1.3) · +R DL (8.54GB Double Layer, Ver 1.0 & 1.1) · +RW (4.7GB, Ver 1.1, 1.2 & 1.3) · +RW High Speed (4.7GB, Ver 1.0) · CD-R (Type 74, 650MB & Type 80, 700MB) · CD-RW (including HS, US, US+) |
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Read Support |
· DVD-ROM (Single & Dual Layer, Single & Dual Sided) · DVD-RAM (Ver 2.0, 2.1 & 2.2 (Class0) and [RAM2(Class1)], non-cartridge version) · DVD-R, DVD-R DL (Dual Layer), DVD-RW · +R, +R DL (Double Layer), +RW · CD-ROM Mode 1, CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form 1, Form 2) · CD-Text, Photo-CD (Single & Multiple Session), CD-DA, CD-Extra, CD-Text, Video CD, CD-R, CD-RW (including HS, US, US+) |
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Write Speed DVD-R |
· 18x CAV (24.93 MB/sec)* · 16x CAV (22.16 MB/sec)* · 12x PCAV / Zone CLV (16.62 MB/sec) · 8x PCAV / Zone CLV (11.08 MB/sec) · 6x CLV (8.31 MB/sec) · 4x CLV (5.54 MB/sec) · 2x CLV (2.77 MB/sec) · 1x CLV (1.385 MB/sec) *It is required to use a cable corresponding to U-ATA66 (80-wire conductor cable) |
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Write Speed DVD-R Dual Layer |
· 10x Zone CLV (13.85 MB/sec* · 8x Zone CLV (11.08 MB/sec* · 6x CLV (8.31 MB/sec) · 4x CLV (5.54 MB/sec) · 2x CLV (2.77 MB/sec) *This specification describes the maximum speed in one zone |
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Write Speed DVD-RW |
· 6x CLV (8.31 MB/sec) · 4x CLV (5.54 MB/sec) · 2x CLV (2.77 MB/sec) · 1x CLV (1.385 MB/sec) |
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Write Speed 8cm DVD-R/RW with Adapter |
· 2x CLV (2.77 MB/sec) · 1x CLV (1.385 MB/sec) |
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Write Speed +R |
· 18x CAV (24.93 MB/sec)* · 16x CAV (22.16 MB/sec)* · 12x PCAV / Zone CLV (16.62 MB/sec) · 8x PCAV / Zone CLV (11.08 MB/sec) MB/sec) · 6x CLV (8.31 MB/sec) · 4x CLV (5.54 MB/sec) · 2.4x CLV (3.32 MB/sec) *It is required to use a cable corresponding to U-ATA66 (80-wire conductor cable) |
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Write Speed +R Double Layer |
· 10x Zone CLV (13.85 MB/sec* · 8x Zone CLV (11.08 MB/sec* · 6x CLV (8.31 MB/sec) · 4x CLV (5.54 MB/sec) · 2.4x CLV (3.32 MB/sec) This specification describes the maximum speed in one zone |
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Write Speed +RW |
· 8x Zone CLV (11.08 MB/sec) · 6x CLV (8.31 MB/sec) · 4x CLV (5.54 MB/sec) · 3.3x CLV (4.57 MB/sec) · 2.4x CLV (3.32 MB/sec) |
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Write Speed CD-R |
· 40x CAV (6.00 MB/sec) · 32x PCAV / Zone CLV (4.80 MB/sec) · 24x PCAV / Zone CLV (3.60 MB/sec) · 16x CLV (2.40 MB/sec) · 10x CLV (1.50 MB/sec) · 4x CLV (0.60 MB/sec) |
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Write Speed CD-RW |
· 32x Zone CLV (4.80 MB/sec) (US+) · 24x Zone CLV (3.60 MB/sec) (US and US+) · 20x Zone CLV (3.00 MB/sec) (US) · 16x CLV (2.40 MB/sec) (US and US+) · 10x CLV (1.50 MB/sec) (HS and US) · 4x CLV (0.60 MB/sec) (Normal and HS) |
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Write Speed 8cm CD-R/RW with Adapter |
4x CLV (0.60 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed DVD-ROM (Single Layer) |
Max. 16x CAV (22.16 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed DVD-ROM (Dual Layer) |
Max. 12x CAV (16.62 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed DVD-Video (with CSS, Single / Dual Layer) |
Max. 5x CAV (6.925 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed DVD-RAM |
Max. 5x CLV (6.92 Mb/sec) |
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Read Speed DVD-R, DVD-R Dual Layer, DVD-RW |
Max. 12x CAV (16.62 MB/sec), Max. 8x CAV (11.08 MB/sec), Max. 8x CAV (11.08 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed +R, +R Double Layer, +RW |
Max. 12x CAV (16.62 MB/sec), Max. 8x CAV (11.08 MB/sec), Max. 8x CAV (11.08 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed 8cm DVD-ROM DVD-R/RW DVD Video with Adapter |
Max. 3.4x CAV (4.70 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed CD-ROM |
Max. 40x CAV (6.00 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed CD-R,CD-RW |
Max. 40x CAV (6.00 MB/sec), Max. 32x CAV (4.80 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed 8cm CDROM CDR/RW CDDA with Adapter |
Max. 6.1x CAV (0.91 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed CD-DA CD-TEXT Mixed CD CD-Extra (Play audio) |
Max. 9.3x CAV (1.39 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed CD-DA CD-TEXT Mixed CD CD-Extra (Data extraction) |
Max. 40x CAV (6.00 MB/sec) |
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Read Speed Video-CD |
Max. 9.3x CAV (1.39 MB/sec) |
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Access Time DVD-ROM |
130 msec (Random Average) |
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Access Time DVD-RAM |
210 msec (Random Average) |
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Access Time CD |
120 msec (Random Average) |
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Interface |
ATA/ATAPI-7, SFF-8090 |
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IDE Data Transfer Mode |
PIO Mode 4, Multi Word DMA Mode 2, Ultra DMA Mode 2, Ultra DMA Mode 4 (Ultra-DMA66)* It is required to use a cable corresponding to U-ATA66 (80-wire conductor cable) |
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Data Buffer |
2 MB |
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Mounting Orientation |
Horizontal and Vertical (+/- 5 degrees) *80mm discs cannot be used when the drive is vertically mounted. The case remains even when an adapter is used. |
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Power Requirement |
+5V 1.4A |
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Power Consumption |
17.2W (Average during 18x DVD-R CAV writing process) |
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Regulatory Approval |
UL60950-1 First Edition, CSA C22.2 No.60950-1-03, EN60950-1:2001+A11, CB Report: IEC60950-1:2001, FIMKO, SEMKO (Optional) |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) |
(Including height of Front Bezel) 148 x 42.3 x 180 mm |
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Net Weight |
0.9 kg |
What’s inside the box
Now it’s time to take a look at the drive itself and what the drive came shipped with.
Our bulk package contained the DVR-112D drive and manual.
Now let’s take a look at the drive.
The bezel of the Pioneer DVR-112D is plainly styled. We can also see various logos, an emergency eject hole, single green LED and an eject button.
Drive top
Drive bottom
On the top of the drive we found one label and we can see the drive was manufactured in China during December 2006
On the rear of the drive we can see from left to right, an audio connector, Master/Slave/CS jumpers, IDE connector and a power connector.
Now let’s head on to the next page were we can take a look at the features of the drive….
