Not all consumer DVD players are compatible with the VCD, HQ-VCD, SVCD and cdDVD formats. Some consumer DVD players are unable to read CD-R Please refer to our listing of DVD players that are compatible with some of the VDR-3000 recording formats. Is there a way to get Windows Media Player or any other editing program to recognize the "avseq01.dat" file created Yes, one of our good customers in Hawaii suggested this solution to us.

In order to view on screen lyrics on your television, you need a CDG or CD+G compatible player. If you insert an ABCD's Custom Karaoke Disc into a non-cdg compatible player, you will hear the music but will not see any on screen lyrics. Please understand that most DVD players are not CDG compatible and while they will play the music, they will not display the words on the television screen.

Yes. Although a CDG karaoke player is required to decode the lyrics for on-screen viewing, the music will play in a regular CD player.

No. You can play the audio content using the Open MG Bundled player included on your disc; the player should automatically start once the disc is inserted in the PC. If you want to play the music on a PC without the disc, or if you want to export the tracks to a portable device, you must first install the Music Player software which is in the bin/win32 folder of your OMG disc.

In general: yes. This is one of the beauties of the CD-i system. Since both disc and playback device are extensively specified, every CD-i disc is compatible with every CD-i player, in contrast to a CD-ROM disc, of which you never know wether it will play on your PC-configuration. Look for the CD-i logo on both disc and player to ensure compatibility.

For audio discs, Alpha-Player is provided to play in a PC. This is provided in a purchased disc and automatically runs when EULA is agreed. For DVD video, additional player is not provided because license for Mpeg2 codec, etc to play in a PC needs to be purchased. However, Alpha-DISC supports most popular DVD playing softwares. If a user uses unsupported DVD playing software, please contact ask@settec.com and we will try to add it shortly.

Some of the videos we offer are only available on these formats. It is your responsibility to be sure you can play these discs. Consult your DVD player manual or the manufacturer's web site to find out if you can play these formats.

You can use Folder Guard to restrict access to the CD-ROM or floppy drive, but that would not encrypt the files on the CD or floppy disk. It means that if you take the CD or floppy to another computer, without Folder Guard installed on it, the disc or floppy would NOT be protected. If you want to protect the removable drive so that it would be protected even if you remove it from your computer, you need some sort of encryption software to do that. (Folder Guard does NOT do encryption.)

Problem 1: Dirt, fingerprints or scratches on the playback side of the DVD/CD is causing problems. DVD's are more susceptible to this problem than CD's. Solution: If a CD or DVD isn't playing back right, first look at the shiny surface. Are there fingerprints, scratches (for DVD's, it can only take one decent scratch to stop it from working) or dirt on the surface? This is often the case if some parts of the DVD/CD work, and some parts don't. If so, then first try cleaning it.

Dimensionally, DVD-RAM discs and CD-R discs are identical. The DVD-RAM cartridge dimensions are 4.9 x 0.3 x 5.4 inches (12.5 x .7 x 13.7 cm).

Hardware changes in the recorders allow the creation of data marks approximately one-half the size of those made on CD-R media. The recording laser's wavelength and the focusing lens'numerical aperture were changed. Additionally, DVD-RAM substrates are injection molded to one-half the thickness of a CD-R. Two DVD-RAM substrates are bonded together, creating multiple recording surfaces.

Yes, if you have a DVD player purchased in the last 12 months, possibly if you purchased your DVD player before that. Check with this compatibility guide to see if your older player is listed.

Possibly. Some newer DVD players support audio playback on both CD and DVD media, while older models that claim to support MP3 playback will only recognize them on CD-ROM media. If you don't know what formats are supported by your player, visit DVDRhelp.com to see if they have your player listed. Remember: All our DVDs are recorded on DVD-R media. Check to see if your player will work with DVD-R, DVD+R, or both. [top]

Yes in addition to the computer data the full length audio CD is included. The computer data is hidden from audio players. The disc is mastered using mixed mode type 2 formatting to ensure compatibility with all audio players as well as almost all CD ROM drives.

Some compact disc players do not read CD-R discs. The performance of CD-R playback is always a combination of the blank CD media used, the drive that recorded it, and the player that reads it...and they do not always get along. One course of action is changing the blank media you are using. Try the brands recommended above. Remember, compatibility between the recorder, player, and media is the key. There are no guarantees that all CD-Rs will play back in all players.

The reason why some burned CD or DVD discs cannot be played on your DVD/VCD player is due to the "Read" ability of your DVD/VCD player. Please try to play your burned CD or DVD disc with this DVD player software on your computer. You may download the free DVD player software from the following links: If the burned CD or DVD disc plays well, there is probably a compatibility problem with your current DVD player. Please try to play the burned CD or DVD disc on another DVD player.

No. This is because the pits of a DVD are far smaller and require a laser of smaller wavelength than the CD uses.

In order to play any of these formats, you must have a player that will play that format. Many computers now come with DVD drives in which case you could play DVD. If your player is not DVD compatible, it will not play DVD.

A DVD-Video player cannot play CD-i discs, since it does not include all of the CD-i logics such as the required operating system in ROM, the CPU and the appropriate audio and video decoding ICs. Most DVD-Video players however can play Video-CDs, but they use an internal playback application instead of the CD-i application that is stored on every Video-CD disc. Hence, CD-i specific additions such as menu screens or subtitles will not be shown.

I am concerned about the privacy of my video tape/movie film. Will my videos/movies appear on the Internet or on "Hard Copy?"

Despite what others may tell you, there ARE compatibility issues you should know about. Please visit our compatibility page.

Many home DVD players can not play back certain burned DVD discs. Whether a recorded DVD will work in a DVD player depends on the player. Multi-format DVD players will likely play all formats except the DVD-RAM cartridges. DVD-R media may have the fewest problems with playback in older players. Check to see if the DVD writer can read the disc. If there is DVD player software installed, use that and try to watch the DVD.

Any retail store. The majority of newer DVD players have the dual wavelength Laser and so support CD-R/RW. This does not increase the cost and the Argos and Tesco has a suitable player for under £50.00. While most current DVD players have no trouble playing Video CD-formatted CD-R and CD-RW discs, some older DVD players may not support CD-R and/or CD-RW discs. On rare occasions, some DVD players have difficulty reading specific branded media and not others.

The majority of DVD players now in the market appear to play at least one type of DVD±R 4.7gb "general purpose" type discs well. We sell all formats of recordable DVD discs, including DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, and so on. So whichever burner you buy, we can sell you the discs you need at very competitive prices. There are other burners out in the market, including the Panasonic drives which burn only DVD-R/W and DVD-RAM discs.

VCD: If your DVD player supports VCD playback, simply insert the disc and wait for the menu to come up. Press the corresponding number on your remote for the selection you would like to view, or use the "next/previous chapter" functions to move between episodes. DVD-R: If your DVD player supports DVD-R playback, simply insert the disc, wait for the menu to come up, use the arrow keys to highlight your selection, then select it to view.

For Video CD, your DVD player must be capable of playing VideoCD 2.0 discs. Check the specifications page in the instructions included with your DVD player to see if the VCD format is supported. Your DVD player must be compatible with the type of DVD or CD disc used to record your title. Many DVD players are not compatible with some brands of -R, -RW, +R or +RW discs. Your DVD player must support the speed at which you burned your media.