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Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Is DVD replication better than DVD duplication?
This is probably the no. 1 most frequently asked question that we get. Many people think that they are the same and use these 2 words interchangeably. Some people say one but actually mean the other. It creates a lot of confusion because each method has its pros and cons. If you are trying to get a price and time estimate even at the same quantity you might get wildly different answers.
DVD Duplication
DVD duplication (a.k.a burned DVD) is the process to create the content using DVD-R media. In other words, a duplicator is used to create or "burn" the source image to another pre-manufactured DVD-R.
DVD Replication
DVD replication (a.k.a pressed DVD) creates a glass master from a pre-mastered image. Stampers are subsequently created from glass master. The stampers will then be used to press the discs with injection molding made of raw polycarbonate plastic.
What's the big deal?
Now you might be asking, "So what's the big deal? So they are different process". A big deal if you ask me. Replication is the de facto process for higher quantity manufacturing, say 1000 pieces and up. With replication, there is usually a setup cost because stampers and films that need to be made. A longer production time is also expected, most stampers need the entire day to make. We get a lot of wows when clients hear about how long it takes to replicate discs, the truth is, it is a much more complicated process that requires careful quality control and monitoring. The more you make, the cheaper it is with replication.
Lower quantities (we call it short-runs) are mostly done with duplication. With this method the setup is much quicker, since all we will be using is a duplication tower. It is also more economical because of little to none setup cost. That is why companies are able to have a very low minimum (such as 10 or 50) with duplication. You will get your products much quicker, usually within a few days time, but you do pay a higher per unit price for each disc.
Is duplication lower quality than replication?
The short answer is no. The quality of the products is only as good as the original master. What most people are concerned with is the compatibility of discs with DVD players. It is not the same as quality. Nowadays about 90-95% of players are compatible with CD-R/DVD-R, with the exception of Playstation and X-Box. Just remember, the key is to thoroughly test the original master, otherwise problems will still arise no matter which method you use.
About the Author
Shirley Ho is the co-founder of Hellman Production, a CD/DVD duplication replication specialist in Los Angeles. For more tips visit http://www.hellmanproduction.com and http://dvdduplicationhelp.blogspot.com
DVD Duplication
DVD duplication (a.k.a burned DVD) is the process to create the content using DVD-R media. In other words, a duplicator is used to create or "burn" the source image to another pre-manufactured DVD-R.
DVD Replication
DVD replication (a.k.a pressed DVD) creates a glass master from a pre-mastered image. Stampers are subsequently created from glass master. The stampers will then be used to press the discs with injection molding made of raw polycarbonate plastic.
What's the big deal?
Now you might be asking, "So what's the big deal? So they are different process". A big deal if you ask me. Replication is the de facto process for higher quantity manufacturing, say 1000 pieces and up. With replication, there is usually a setup cost because stampers and films that need to be made. A longer production time is also expected, most stampers need the entire day to make. We get a lot of wows when clients hear about how long it takes to replicate discs, the truth is, it is a much more complicated process that requires careful quality control and monitoring. The more you make, the cheaper it is with replication.
Lower quantities (we call it short-runs) are mostly done with duplication. With this method the setup is much quicker, since all we will be using is a duplication tower. It is also more economical because of little to none setup cost. That is why companies are able to have a very low minimum (such as 10 or 50) with duplication. You will get your products much quicker, usually within a few days time, but you do pay a higher per unit price for each disc.
Is duplication lower quality than replication?
The short answer is no. The quality of the products is only as good as the original master. What most people are concerned with is the compatibility of discs with DVD players. It is not the same as quality. Nowadays about 90-95% of players are compatible with CD-R/DVD-R, with the exception of Playstation and X-Box. Just remember, the key is to thoroughly test the original master, otherwise problems will still arise no matter which method you use.
About the Author
Shirley Ho is the co-founder of Hellman Production, a CD/DVD duplication replication specialist in Los Angeles. For more tips visit http://www.hellmanproduction.com and http://dvdduplicationhelp.blogspot.com
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Wednesday, April 23, 2008
DVD Duplication v/s DVD Replication
Duplicating means to copying, Identical, Exact copy of one thing or reproduction. It is act or process of reproducing something. It is carbon copy, image, and copy. Bearing exact features of the original, from which the copy is made. It therefore means a copy that corresponds to an original exactly
To replicate means an act of duplicating or reproducing something, an echo or reverberation, a copy or reproduction. Again we see that is a process of duplicating or reproducing something. It is a Duplicate made by original maker.
Here we come close. Both words have similar meaning just bearing a thin line to differentiate each other.
Conclusion drawn from the above text is the copies can be made or Duplicated or anything can be identically be copied manually or by help of machines (photocopies, imaging machines etc) by any individual.
Technology has played wonders. Duplication of a document in thousands of numbers can be obtained in seconds. High tech copiers with digital technology have gained market and importance due to speed, quality and due to the special feature of being cost effective.
Media is an initial and essential ingredient of our high tech digital world. Advent of computers, it advancements, passing through different stages and coming up to the present stage where we have smaller faster units, requiring to occupy small physical space, storage devises that too occupies larger spaces and copying and storage used to burdensome. DVD Duplication is the process of duplicating data onto an existing pre-made disc. This disc is known as DVDR, short for Digital Versatile Disc Recordable, respectively.
DVD Duplication is same as to duplicating other storage media. In all cases your are duplicating data onto existing media. Existing media is the key. The process begins with a pre-made disc that is capable of receiving recorded data. Duplicating DVD is simpler, faster and more cost effective.
DVD Replication is the manufacturing process that essentially replicates or "clones" your original master. A Glass Master is created from your original master.
A Glass Master is created from your original master.
It is from the Glass Master a set of "stampers" are made. The stampers or molds are the blueprint for DVD replication process. After mounting stampers into a High Tech injection mold machine. During molding process, a replica of the mold is created in the form of a plastic disc. The disc is then coated with a micro-thin reflective layer of aluminum.
Finally DVD replication process involves application of a protective lacquer that is spun onto the disc and then hardened by ultraviolet (UV) light. The replication process is now complete. DVD Replication therefore is longer, more costly process but ensures quality, accuracy and speed from start to finish.
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To replicate means an act of duplicating or reproducing something, an echo or reverberation, a copy or reproduction. Again we see that is a process of duplicating or reproducing something. It is a Duplicate made by original maker.
Here we come close. Both words have similar meaning just bearing a thin line to differentiate each other.
Conclusion drawn from the above text is the copies can be made or Duplicated or anything can be identically be copied manually or by help of machines (photocopies, imaging machines etc) by any individual.
Technology has played wonders. Duplication of a document in thousands of numbers can be obtained in seconds. High tech copiers with digital technology have gained market and importance due to speed, quality and due to the special feature of being cost effective.
Media is an initial and essential ingredient of our high tech digital world. Advent of computers, it advancements, passing through different stages and coming up to the present stage where we have smaller faster units, requiring to occupy small physical space, storage devises that too occupies larger spaces and copying and storage used to burdensome. DVD Duplication is the process of duplicating data onto an existing pre-made disc. This disc is known as DVDR, short for Digital Versatile Disc Recordable, respectively.
DVD Duplication is same as to duplicating other storage media. In all cases your are duplicating data onto existing media. Existing media is the key. The process begins with a pre-made disc that is capable of receiving recorded data. Duplicating DVD is simpler, faster and more cost effective.
DVD Replication is the manufacturing process that essentially replicates or "clones" your original master. A Glass Master is created from your original master.
A Glass Master is created from your original master.
It is from the Glass Master a set of "stampers" are made. The stampers or molds are the blueprint for DVD replication process. After mounting stampers into a High Tech injection mold machine. During molding process, a replica of the mold is created in the form of a plastic disc. The disc is then coated with a micro-thin reflective layer of aluminum.
Finally DVD replication process involves application of a protective lacquer that is spun onto the disc and then hardened by ultraviolet (UV) light. The replication process is now complete. DVD Replication therefore is longer, more costly process but ensures quality, accuracy and speed from start to finish.
Qamar Zaman - http://www.tele-print.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Qamar_Zaman
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Saturday, December 8, 2007
DVD Duplication
How would you like to have copies of your favorite movie or songs and give them away to relatives and friends for special occasions? Or to record all your favorite love songs and distribute DVDs as your wedding giveaways? DVD duplication is the answer to your quest for a cheaper and unique give-away either for weddings, baptismal, birthdays, or any other memorable occasion.
DVD duplication is the act of reproducing optical media through copying. It generally means producing discs in small quantities. The content of the DVD disc is duplicated on an existing recordable DVD.
Duplication is the process in which small quantities of DVDs are manufactured. DVD media is loaded onto burners. The information is extracted through digital means from the master source which are then transferred to a blank disc. The information is then verified and the disc either accepts or rejects the copied version. With the advent and popular use of cheaper media, it is now possible to offer the same level of DVD duplication services to either customers who need small quantities or for those who opt for larger quantities.
DVD duplication has both cost and quality advantages. Using a DVD duplicator is proven to be a fast, cheap, and convenient method to get products to its intended market. If your business involves producing music and video products, you need to reach your intended market quickly and effectively. It is wise then to purchase a DVD duplication machine.
On the other hand, replication is the standard used when making large numbers of copied discs. A glass master of the information stored on the disc is made that, in turn, produces stampers. The stampers are used for injection molding of the information onto the disc. Layers of polycarbonate plastic protect the information which is then lacquered, screened, and ultimately packaged. Since most of these processes are fully automated, the cost per unit is cheaper when orders are from one thousand to two thousand pieces.
So there, start making copies of your favorite video or audio file and regale your family and friends with your taste in movies and music.
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