dvd-r

[xdom2000]

Do dvd-r work on more dvd players than dvd+r?
If yes, then what is the reason?

Thank you in advance.

[yoda313]

Hello,
This is copied from this sites definition for dvd:

DVD-R and DVD-RW
DVD-R/W was the first DVD recording format released that was compatible with standalone DVD Players.
DVD-R is a non-rewriteable format and it is compatible with about 93% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs.
DVD-RW is a rewriteable format and it is compatible with about 79% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs.
DVD-R/W supports single side 4.37 computer GB* DVDs(called DVD-5) and double sided 8.75 computer GB* DVDs(called DVD-10).
These formats are supported by DVDForum.

DVD+R and DVD+RW
DVD+R/W has some "better" features than DVD-R/W such as lossless linking and both CAV and CLV writing.
DVD+R is a non-rewritable format and it is compatible with about 88% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs.
DVD+RW is a rewritable format and is compatible with about 79% of all DVD Players and most DVD-ROMs.
DVD+R/W supports single side 4.37 computer GB* DVDs(called DVD-5) and double side 8.75 computer GB* DVDs(called DVD-10).
These formats are supported by the DVD+RW Alliance.


This might be slightly out of date. I have't had problems with either format (I've got a dual format burner: + and -r).
Kevin

[888888]

Do dvd-r work on more dvd players than dvd+r?
If yes, then what is the reason?

Thank you in advance.

From my experience, DVD-R is more compatible with laptop drives than DVD+R. If your drive does not support bitsetting, then DVD-R is a much safer bet if you plan on giving your discs away or using them on many different players.

[DVD_Ripper]

Do dvd-r work on more dvd players than dvd+r?
If yes, then what is the reason?

Thank you in advance.

From my experience, DVD-R is more compatible with laptop drives than DVD+R. If your drive does not support bitsetting, then DVD-R is a much safer bet if you plan on giving your discs away or using them on many different players.

Agreed.... seen that too with Laptops... but also my 8 yo sony set top player would only play -R's.

[yoda313]

Hello,

DVD_Ripper-Agreed.... seen that too with Laptops... but also my 8 yo sony set top player would only play -R's.

Really? What's your model number? I have the dvp-s360 and it plays both - and +r's. It wont do cd-r or svcds though .
Kevin