What I mean by digitalization errors is momentary checkerboarding as I call it and distorted images. I'm aware of the idea that many things can cause this outcome. It's like being in a room full of people who all look the same, have the same finger prints, and you need to find the bad boy.

Software is not an issue. Firmware is fine. I've a system that works fine with the Memorex burner. When I use the Sony burners it doesn't. I don't mean to sound cocky, but I've been at this for awhile and know my equipment. The issue is Sony.

This is more of a notice of caution to those who value there fair use rights and enjoy backing up thier dvds. I'm done troubleshooting for now, shopping for a new burner, and it won't be a Sony. The two new dru-530a's are going back for a complete refund.

Sony is out for blood and they will stop at nothing to serve there ideals. So, it only makes sence that they would try such a covert stratgy.