Pioneer BDR-203BK 8X Blu-ray Burner

The BDR-203BK is Pioneer's first Blu-ray writer to achieve write speeds of 8x on a single layer (25GB) and dual layer (50GB) BD-R discs. The drive is now available through OEM partners, the BDR-203BK is expected to cost around $350 USD. With strong performance and features to enhance read/write accuracy, the BDR-203BK adds further momentum to the growing demand for Blu-ray devices.

The BDR-203BK is also compatible with a wide range of Blu-ray, DVD-R/RW, +R/RW, DVD-RAM and CD media types, with key specifications also including:

    * 2X write speed for BD-RE (SL and DL)
    * 16X write speed for DVD-R/+R
    * 8X write speed for DVD-R DL/+R DL and
    * 32X write speed for CD-R media.

 A range of technologies are incorporated into the BDR-203BK to enhance read/write capabilities. These include:

    * Ultra DRA: suppress vibration when reading and writing , a technology based on know-how that Pioneer has been cultivating in the development of DVD writers.
    * Limited Equalizer LSI : dramatically improves reading reliability
    * Multi-Effect Liquid Crystal Tilt Compensator: this advances recording and playback characteristics by adding correction to the laser beam which compensates for disc impurities such as titled media and media of various thickness.



The BDR-203BK includes CyberLinks Blu-ray Disc Suite 6 to enable the creation and playback of BD movies and the creation and playback of DVDs and CDs.

More Information: Pioneer BDR-203BK Product Page