Lacie 300984 User Manual - Page 7

LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual 1. Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive - your complete DVD and CD creation solution! This drive gives you maximum compatibility with the various DVD and CD formats, reading and writing to all of the popular standards (DVD±RDL, DVD±RW, CD-R, CD-RW). Double Layer DVD Recording With the same technology that underpins Holly- wood-style DVD-Videos, Double Layer (DL) discs are compatible with most consumer set-top DVD players and computer DVD-ROM drives. On one DVD+R9 DL disc, you'll be able to store up to four hours of MPEG-2 video, sixteen hours of VHSquality video or increase the video bit rate for higher quality movies. And with 8.5GB of storage space on a single DL disc, they're ideal for archiving and backup applications, and could even be used as replacement for tape in some instances. Now you have the tools to make high-impact, professional quality DVD videos, conveniently make system backups and preserve all of your memories for the future. ■ LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive Capabilities ❖ Create an record your own music, movie & photo CD/DVDs ❖ LightScribe: design & etch custom, professional labels ❖ Optimum performance with fast 20x write speed ❖ Record to DL DVD±R, DVD±R/RW & CD-R/RW Introduction page