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I have a new dell computer which uses the nec 1100A dvd/cd burner combo. I have to use DVD+R or RW discs with it and I am using Verbatim DVD+R. I guess I am using the latest version of DVD X Copy because I just bought it. Is anyone else using this same configuration and having good luck playing back on their home dvd player? If so, what make and model dvd player are you using?
AfterBURN
Inactive
26 Jan 2003 9:00 AM
Unless your looking for a load of special features, Apex has a price performance ratio that's hard to beat - They play everything under the sun - I have 3 different models and they have played everything I have burned - VCD, MP3, DVD, Picture CD Too! - 1 thing, on a few of the backed up dvd's certain menus do not respond to the typical arrow buttons, but are accessible by number. i.e 4 choices on the screen - pressing 4 on the remote chooses the fourth option - Any one know why this happens?
AfterBURN
Inactive
26 Jan 2003 9:05 AM
slday, That drive is able to burn +R AND -R media, at 4X :)
RudyTX
Member
26 Jan 2003 11:45 AM
slday:
Some Apex like my 3201 can not play latest dvdxcopy 1.3.1 backups when using other than gear+udf (default) burning options. However, gear+udf option produces "dirty disc" false error on certain movies whenplayed in Sony players. Therefore, in dvdxcopy 1.3.1 my Apex and my Sony are mutually exclusive.
I have another Sony that plays any dvdxcopy version/burning option and it is the Sony dvp-PQ1. It is less than $120, portable but it plays everything for me. However, you have a NEC and and I have an HP burner.
RudyTX
P4 1.5 IWill, Intel Chipset, 1GB sdram HP DVD 200i, Windows 2000 Pro SP2.
Vedas830
Member
26 Jan 2003 1:01 PM
if i were you id get a sony dvp-ns715p $200 at circiut city works like a champ i got one and it plays all my backups even some that i thought were coasters worked for me using +or- r or rw using sony maxell or memorex media using any version of xcopy from 1.2 on up hope this helps plus its progressive scan
kdd
Newbie
26 Jan 2003 1:37 PM
slday:
I have same burner- on my Dell 8250
Had a Samsung progressive m 515 - took it back to best buy - bought a
Sony dvp-ns715p- works great!!!
No coasters yet !!!!!!
Using Fuji +R/ +RW 's and Memorex +r's....
Got it at best buy for $170 ....
Warclock
Inactive
26 Jan 2003 2:44 PM
dvp-ns715p :
I have tested this model with any mode setup in DVD X Copy, it worked without any problem. I really don't others sony model.
jeepers94
Inactive
26 Jan 2003 2:53 PM
Rudy,I have copied about 100 titles with DXC,and have NEVER recieved "dirty disc" in any of my Sony players.Which movies give that message.I have most of the top titles.I burn with a Sony dru500a,and have used all types of media,as well as the Gear and Nero options.Myself,I don't like throwaway players,like Apex.I am willing to pay more to get quality.My newest player is a Sony CX875P,
which is a 300 disc changer.I also have Pioneer dv444 and dv454 models.They all play + and - R/RW media great.
Logan222
Junior Member
27 Jan 2003 10:12 AM
I took some discs to Circuit City and tried different players. The Sony DVP-NS715P played every one no problem. Right around $200.
Sony seems to be in a conflict of interest issue. The sell the burners, players, and own the some of the music and movie movie rights....
Logan222
Mag66
Senior Member
27 Jan 2003 10:22 AM
As others have mentioned.. it seems that currently the later Sony models have the best compatibility record in recent times.
The DVP-NS715P has a very good track record from every User I have been in touch with and the new '300+1' Sony CX-875P (which I own myself) is simply superb though of course, not exactly the cheapest on the block!
So, I'd recommend the DVP-NS715P at around $170-$210 price bracket (shop around)... and if you have about $400 to spend (burn) then the '300+1' Sony CX-875P...
Cheers..
Mag
Mag66
The Art Of Sound Studios
Equipment list
P4 2gig + 1gig Mem + XP Pro SP1 + Nero
Pioneer A04 DVD-R/-RW + 1.31 Firmware
LiteOn LTD-163 DVD-Rom Drive
Sony Sava D900 + JVC XV-G65 + Apex AD-1500 + Sony DVP-CX875P '300 plus 1 Multichanger + 2 sided
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csilkman
Junior Member
27 Jan 2003 12:10 PM
I have the same burner as you do and use Ritek DVD+R's, and a Sony DVP-NS400D. I also have an Apex AD-2500 which works great. Never had any problems at all.
I do have a question about this burner. I have never tried DVD-R's in this as someone said they don't work (even though they are supposed to). I use DVD+R's with great success.
DVD-R's are a whole lot cheaper, does anyone know if they work with the nec 1100A burner?
DonBean
Junior Member
27 Jan 2003 12:29 PM
I too use the Sony DVP-NS715p..I was 180$ at the Wiz...Works like a champ..I got info before I purchased this here...http://www.vcdhelp.com/dvdplayers.php
slday
Inactive
27 Jan 2003 3:50 PM
Thanks to all of you who have responded to my plea for help!!!!! Seems to me by all the feed back that the answer is pretty much unanimous,,,,,,,,I'M GOING TO BUY THE SONY DVP-NS715p!!!!! Thanks again!!
kdd
Newbie
27 Jan 2003 4:35 PM
csilkman:
The NEC 1100 a in USA is only records on
DVD +r or DVD + RW's blank cd's...
I checked Dell's support site on this..
If you have an overseas model - can't help you there...
slday:
Read the setup instructions for the Sony - If you have an HDTV - you need to set up default mode for player- or else you will get letter boxed movies... I have had mine for 3 weeks and love it....
jmdelal
Inactive
27 Jan 2003 7:48 PM
Hi, I make more than 50 copies, and played in my Pioneer DV-414 without any problems.
Best regards.
joe1234
Inactive
27 Jan 2003 9:27 PM
Apex D-1500
* Plays everything you stick in it
* -R and +R Compatibility (tested with DRU-500A Sony Burner)
* Cheap (less than $100- Frys had it for $69 a few weeks ago)
* Lightweight
slday
Inactive
29 Jan 2003 4:23 AM
Just so everyone knows, if you get a Dell computer with the nec ND 1100A dvd burner it WILL NOT work with the -R media. I bought a memorix DVD-R disc and tried it as a test and the burner will not recognise it. The x copy software just comes back saying that the drive is not ready............
krasniy
Junior Member
29 Jan 2003 8:22 AM
Apex 1500 or 1200 plays well...have both of them here... I swear the Apex would even play a WAFFLE if you stuck it in the drive :) Probably be a cooking show :)
bobpenn
Inactive
29 Jan 2003 10:00 AM
Add my voice for the Sony. I have one and it will play anything I throw at it, including SACDs, which is nice.
Not a single disk I have copied with the Sony DRU500A, plus or minus, R or RW it hasn't been able to play.
Can't go wrong with the mid range Sony's, I feel.
ThuGGed
Inactive
29 Jan 2003 2:07 PM
Can anyone confirm that the Sony dvp-ns715p will play backups created with the default GEAR drivers?
Turak
Junior Member
29 Jan 2003 2:19 PM
well.....
I am using an RCA model 5240 and so far it will play everything I throw at it. It playes all the media (DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, SVCD, VCD, CDR, CDRW, MP3, etc.).
It likes Nero using UDF format, or Gear using UDF or ISO/UDF formats.
Overall a very good player. Cost me $99 when I bought it (about 6 months ago). I think that they are still available.
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mwillett
Member
29 Jan 2003 4:50 PM
I bnought the Sony DVD-NS315 recently. Works great with any burning option in 1.3.1. I have verified Gear burned movies w 1.4, but not Nero.
The NS315 is only $99 at Best Buy, not sure what is different/better about the dvp-ns715p everyone talks about.
kdd
Newbie
29 Jan 2003 4:54 PM
The P - stands for progessive- Gives a fantastic picture on a digital TV - with 3:2 pull down and componet connections.- Meaning it gives a much better picture <enhanced> - but if you don't plan on getting an HDTV - you will once you see it ............
twok
Newbie
30 Jan 2003 1:58 AM
if you can find it:
apex 500
its the dvd player that started it all... i had to open her up and add a fan on the mobo to keep it from overheating as this was the case with the first get apex...
its a Region 10 player (access through remote) and plays just about anything i burn...
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