Suddenly, Can't Burn Faster Than 4X - Club CDFreaks

Carbo · 06-08-2005

All along I have been burning at 8X without problems of any kind. Now, my last two burns have been at 4X only. To my knowledge, nothing has changed. I'm using the same media, (Memorex DVD-R 8X), the same burner, (Plextor PX-712A), and the same software, ( 1Click DVD Copy, and DVD 43). The Plextor has the latest firmware, and the software are both the latest versions. This same media has always burned at 8X. So, I ask you, why the sudden drop off to 4X?
And if it matters, I'm running XP Pro SP2, P4 3.0MHz, and 2048MB RAM.
Thank you!

**Alexia_** · 08-08-2005

Hmmm. To be able to know whats going on, I'd need to see the C2CD.log file and compare the faster burns to the slower burns.

Carbo · 08-08-2005

Since you asked, Alexia

This first log is my usual burn:
Write completed
7/30/2005 3:44:55 PM info Average speed x6.88 Reference x1 = 1385.00 kbps
7/30/2005 3:44:55 PM info Total burning time 00:07:49.406
7/30/2005 3:37:38 PM info Lead-in burning time (mS) 35207
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Start Write Buffer
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Start writing...
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Buffer under-run proof enabled
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Init success: DVD-R SAO
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Writing speed requested x8.0, effective x8.0
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Writing session #1 and closing disc.
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Required sector size : 2189360
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Available sector size : 2298496
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Available write speed: x8.0, x6.0, x4.0, x2.0
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Media ID: MCC 02RG20
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info 120mm DVD
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Detected media $0011 : DVD-R
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Finished browsing files - Data size 4.17 Gb.
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Start Browsing file structures
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info IDE Controler manufacturer : Intel
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info IDE Controler Description : Intel(R) 82801EB Ultra ATA Storage Controllers
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info IDE Controler manufacturer : Intel
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info IDE Controler Description : Intel(R) 82801EB Ultra ATA Storage Controllers
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Support Media : DVD-R, DVD-RW Seq., DVD-RW RO, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-R, CD-RW
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Writing device used : 0:1:0 - PLEXTOR DVDR PX-712A 1.07 [E] (Ide)
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Using Patin-Couffin driver Version 1.28, Internal revision 28 - Async. Access mode
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Using DVD Video creation mode.
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 5 = "/1C=4.2.1.2-9D05"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 4 = "/volumename=Spy"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 3 = "/dvdvideo=J:\ 1ClickDvdCopy\VIDEO_TS"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 1 = "/writedevice=E"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 0 = "F:\PROGRA~1\1CLICK~1\CopyToCd.exe"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info User default language : 1033 (0x0409h) - English (United States)
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info System default language : 1033 (0x0409h) - English (United States)
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Version 3.0.54.106
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ExeName : "F:\PROGRA~1\1CLICK~1\CopyToCd.exe"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info OS : Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 (Build 2600)

Now, compared to my most recent burn:

Write completed
8/6/2005 4:10:02 PM info Average speed x3.74 Reference x1 = 1385.00 kbps
8/6/2005 4:10:02 PM info Total burning time 00:14:59.828
8/6/2005 3:55:35 PM info Lead-in burning time (mS) 35205
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Start Write Buffer
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Start writing...
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Buffer under-run proof enabled
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Init success: DVD-R SAO
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Writing speed requested x4.0, effective x4.0
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Writing session #1 and closing disc.
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Required sector size : 2255936
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Available sector size : 2297888
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Available write speed: x4.0, x2.0
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Media ID: MCC 02RG20
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info 120mm DVD
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Detected media $0011 : DVD-R
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Finished browsing files - Data size 4.3 Gb.
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Start Browsing file structures
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info IDE Controler manufacturer : Intel
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info IDE Controler Description : Intel(R) 82801EB Ultra ATA Storage Controllers
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info IDE Controler manufacturer : Intel
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info IDE Controler Description : Intel(R) 82801EB Ultra ATA Storage Controllers
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Support Media : DVD-R, DVD-RW Seq., DVD-RW RO, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-R, CD-RW
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Writing device used : 0:1:0 - PLEXTOR DVDR PX-712A 1.07 [E] (Ide)
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Using Patin-Couffin driver Version 1.28, Internal revision 28 - Async. Access mode
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Using DVD Video creation mode.
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 5 = "/1C=4.2.1.2-9D05"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 4 = "/volumename=HOME"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 3 = "/dvdvideo=J:\1ClickDvdCopy\"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 1 = "/writedevice=E"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 0 = "F:\PROGRA~1\1CLICK~1\CopyToCd.exe"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info User default language : 1033 (0x0409h) - English (United States)
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info System default language : 1033 (0x0409h) - English (United States)
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Version 3.0.54.106
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ExeName : "F:\PROGRA~1\1CLICK~1\CopyToCd.exe"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info OS : Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 (Build 2600)

Thank you.

**alan1476** · 09-08-2005

Uncheck SAO First in the CopytoDVD settings. and then check your DMA mode. Make sure it is DMA 2.

**alan1476** · 09-08-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carbo

Since you asked, Alexia

This first log is my usual burn:
Write completed
7/30/2005 3:44:55 PM info Average speed x6.88 Reference x1 = 1385.00 kbps
7/30/2005 3:44:55 PM info Total burning time 00:07:49.406
7/30/2005 3:37:38 PM info Lead-in burning time (mS) 35207
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Start Write Buffer
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Start writing...
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Buffer under-run proof enabled
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Init success: DVD-R SAO
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Writing speed requested x8.0, effective x8.0
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Writing session #1 and closing disc.
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Required sector size : 2189360
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Available sector size : 2298496
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Available write speed: x8.0, x6.0, x4.0, x2.0
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Media ID: MCC 02RG20
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info 120mm DVD
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Detected media $0011 : DVD-R
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Finished browsing files - Data size 4.17 Gb.
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Start Browsing file structures
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info IDE Controler manufacturer : Intel
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info IDE Controler Description : Intel(R) 82801EB Ultra ATA Storage Controllers
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info IDE Controler manufacturer : Intel
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info IDE Controler Description : Intel(R) 82801EB Ultra ATA Storage Controllers
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Support Media : DVD-R, DVD-RW Seq., DVD-RW RO, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-R, CD-RW
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Writing device used : 0:1:0 - PLEXTOR DVDR PX-712A 1.07 [E] (Ide)
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Using Patin-Couffin driver Version 1.28, Internal revision 28 - Async. Access mode
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Using DVD Video creation mode.
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 5 = "/1C=4.2.1.2-9D05"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 4 = "/volumename=Spy"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 3 = "/dvdvideo=J:\ 1ClickDvdCopy\VIDEO_TS"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 1 = "/writedevice=E"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ParamStr 0 = "F:\PROGRA~1\1CLICK~1\CopyToCd.exe"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info User default language : 1033 (0x0409h) - English (United States)
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info System default language : 1033 (0x0409h) - English (United States)
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info Version 3.0.54.106
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info ExeName : "F:\PROGRA~1\1CLICK~1\CopyToCd.exe"
7/30/2005 3:37:03 PM info OS : Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 (Build 2600)

Now, compared to my most recent burn:

Write completed
8/6/2005 4:10:02 PM info Average speed x3.74 Reference x1 = 1385.00 kbps
8/6/2005 4:10:02 PM info Total burning time 00:14:59.828
8/6/2005 3:55:35 PM info Lead-in burning time (mS) 35205
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Start Write Buffer
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Start writing...
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Buffer under-run proof enabled
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Init success: DVD-R SAO
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Writing speed requested x4.0, effective x4.0
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Writing session #1 and closing disc.
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Required sector size : 2255936
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Available sector size : 2297888
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Available write speed: x4.0, x2.0
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Media ID: MCC 02RG20
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info 120mm DVD
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Detected media $0011 : DVD-R
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Finished browsing files - Data size 4.3 Gb.
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Start Browsing file structures
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info IDE Controler manufacturer : Intel
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info IDE Controler Description : Intel(R) 82801EB Ultra ATA Storage Controllers
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info IDE Controler manufacturer : Intel
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info IDE Controler Description : Intel(R) 82801EB Ultra ATA Storage Controllers
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Support Media : DVD-R, DVD-RW Seq., DVD-RW RO, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-R, CD-RW
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Writing device used : 0:1:0 - PLEXTOR DVDR PX-712A 1.07 [E] (Ide)
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Using Patin-Couffin driver Version 1.28, Internal revision 28 - Async. Access mode
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Using DVD Video creation mode.
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 5 = "/1C=4.2.1.2-9D05"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 4 = "/volumename=HOME"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 3 = "/dvdvideo=J:\1ClickDvdCopy\"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 1 = "/writedevice=E"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ParamStr 0 = "F:\PROGRA~1\1CLICK~1\CopyToCd.exe"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info User default language : 1033 (0x0409h) - English (United States)
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info System default language : 1033 (0x0409h) - English (United States)
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info Version 3.0.54.106
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info ExeName : "F:\PROGRA~1\1CLICK~1\CopyToCd.exe"
8/6/2005 3:55:00 PM info OS : Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 (Build 2600)

Thank you.

Try using some Taiyo Yuden media.

Carbo · 09-08-2005

Quote:

Try using some Taiyo Yuden media.

Just ordered a 50 pack. We'll see how it goes.

**Alexia_** · 10-08-2005

I'd agree with a media change. Is it possible you were using the same brand, but bought a new spindle and then noticed the speed change?

**TimC** · 10-08-2005

It seems odd that the available speeds changed from 8,6,4,2 to 4,2 as did the available sectors from 2298496 to 2297888. Looks as though it's a totally different media.

**alan1476** · 10-08-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimC

It seems odd that the available speeds changed from 8,6,4,2 to 4,2 as did the available sectors from 2298496 to 2297888. Looks as though it's a totally different media.

If you try different media and it doesn't work, check your UDMA settings, make sure you are not in PIO mode.

*bjkg* · 10-08-2005

Hello Folks,

The below link provides detailed information on how to set your devices to use the DMA mode for quicker DVD copying.

http://www.dvdplusvideo.com/dvdguide005.html

Best Regards,
bjkg

06-08-2005	#1 (permalink)
Carbo New on Forum Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 5	Suddenly, Can't Burn Faster Than 4X <a href='http://adstats.cdfreaks.com/www/delivery/ck.php?n=a13febf7&cb=INSERT_RANDOM_NUMBER_HERE' target='_blank'><img src='http://adstats.cdfreaks.com/www/delivery/avw.php?zoneid=30&cb=INSERT_RANDOM_NUMBER_HERE&n=a13febf7' border='0' alt='' /></a> All along I have been burning at 8X without problems of any kind. Now, my last two burns have been at 4X only. To my knowledge, nothing has changed. I'm using the same media, (Memorex DVD-R 8X), the same burner, (Plextor PX-712A), and the same software, ( 1Click DVD Copy, and DVD 43). The Plextor has the latest firmware, and the software are both the latest versions. This same media has always burned at 8X. So, I ask you, why the sudden drop off to 4X? And if it matters, I'm running XP Pro SP2, P4 3.0MHz, and 2048MB RAM. Thank you!

08-08-2005	#2 (permalink)
Alexia_ 1Click DVD Copy Support Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 27	Re: Suddenly, Can't Burn Faster Than 4X Hmmm. To be able to know whats going on, I'd need to see the C2CD.log file and compare the faster burns to the slower burns.

09-08-2005	#4 (permalink)
alan1476 Moderator & Software Editor Join Date: May 2005 Location: Watching you Posts: 11,911	Re: Suddenly, Can't Burn Faster Than 4X Uncheck SAO First in the CopytoDVD settings. and then check your DMA mode. Make sure it is DMA 2. __________________ I do not provide technical support over E-mail or Private Message Please post your questions on the Forum Sign up to CD Freaks Register Here FORUM RULES Need some help ? Please use our search function first Join us on the CDFreaks Folding@Home Team! Read more here Get WinDWFlash HERE My Computer specs are HERE

10-08-2005	#7 (permalink)
Alexia_ 1Click DVD Copy Support Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 27	Re: Suddenly, Can't Burn Faster Than 4X I'd agree with a media change. Is it possible you were using the same brand, but bought a new spindle and then noticed the speed change?

10-08-2005	#8 (permalink)
TimC Moderator Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: UK Posts: 7,498	Re: Suddenly, Can't Burn Faster Than 4X It seems odd that the available speeds changed from 8,6,4,2 to 4,2 as did the available sectors from 2298496 to 2297888. Looks as though it's a totally different media.

10-08-2005	#10 (permalink)
bjkg CDFreaks Resident Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 2,623	Re: Suddenly, Can't Burn Faster Than 4X Hello Folks, The below link provides detailed information on how to set your devices to use the DMA mode for quicker DVD copying. http://www.dvdplusvideo.com/dvdguide005.html Best Regards, bjkg

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