Writing Problems

[GranddadAl]

I have a rather strange issue with Clone DVD. If I put a source disc in one drive and a target disc in the other before I start to copy I always get an error message that the write media is faulty and cannot be written to. If I eject the write disc and reinsert it (the same disc) there is then no problem. Can anyone please give me a clue as to what this is all about. I haven't seen this mentioned by anyone else.

With Thanks

Al

(Clone DVD 2.9.2.0, Windows XP media edition)

 

[Frank]

Not so unique

That error normally means a problem in blank recognition.
The exact error message would be helpful though.
What was it.

You may want to have a look at updating the firmware of the burner in this case as it may be a slightly different symptom on the initial "ready" error on the WRITE phase since 2920 CloneDVD.

Let us know.

 

[Webslinger]

Can anyone please give me a clue as to what this is all about. I haven't seen this mentioned by anyone else.

1. State the full a)error message(s) you encountered (click "details"), b)tell us what program(s) you were using when you received the error message(s), and c) describe in detail what you were doing when you received the error message(s). What problem are you having exactly?

2.
a) Ensure Anydvd is running.
b) Put the problematic original movie dvd in your burner. Wait for Anydvd to scan the disc.
c) Right click the red fox icon on your toolbar.
d) Select "Create Logfile"
e) Wait for Anydvd to create a log file.
f) A pop-up screen will appear. Take note of the location where Anydvd created the logfile and the logfile's name. Click "ok".
g) Go to your My Documents folder
h) You will see a zip file called "Anydvd_Info_titleofmydisc.zip" (or something similar; see step f)
i) When replying or posting in the Slysoft forums, look for the icon that looks like

(in other words, look for the paperclip after clicking "quote" or when creating a new thread)
j) If you don't see that paperclip icon, click the "go advanced" button. You should see that icon now. Click the paperclip.
k) A small pop-up screen should appear (if it doesn't please ensure your browser is enabled to allow pop-ups from the Slysoft forums)
l) Click the "Browse" button, and locate and select the .zip file you created.
m) click "upload"
n) Close the window. When you submit reply, or submit a new thread, the .zip file will be attached automatically for us to take a look at

3. What blank media are you using? Specify a) brand name b)type (-R, +R, -RW, +RW, RAM, DL, etc.) c)media code, d) capacity/size, and e)country (factory information would be great as well, if possible) where the media was made (look on the physical packaging; do not rely on programs to accurately give you this information).

If you don't know how to obtain media codes, you may find the following programs useful:

http://dvd.identifier.cdfreaks.com and http://www.dvdinfopro.com/

4) At what speed are you burning your blank media?

 

[GranddadAl]

Thank you Everyone who has replied. Sorry I've been a long time getting back.

You ask for the full error message which is "Writing to video media was not successful. A write error has occured probably caused by bad media. Please replace the media and try again."

Of course as I mentioned the media is OK as if I eject and reinsert the same Disc everything works perfectly.

I'm attaching a logfile as requested.

Al

 

[GranddadAl]

That error normally means a problem in blank recognition.
The exact error message would be helpful though.
What was it.

You may want to have a look at updating the firmware of the burner in this case as it may be a slightly different symptom on the initial "ready" error on the WRITE phase since 2920 CloneDVD.

Let us know.

Hi Frank, hanks for your interest. Here's the error message; "Writing to video media was not successful. A write error has occured probably caused by bad media. Please replace the media and try again."

There doesn't seem to be any firmware updates for my writer

Regards

Al

 

[Webslinger]

Of course as I mentioned the media is OK as if I eject and reinsert the same Disc everything works perfectly.

Doesn't matter

1. What blank media are you using? Specify a) brand name b)type (-R, +R, -RW, +RW, RAM, DL, etc.) c)media code, d) capacity/size, and e)country (factory information would be great as well, if possible) where the media was made (look on the physical packaging; do not rely on programs to accurately give you this information).

If you don't know how to obtain media codes, you may find the following programs useful:

http://dvd.identifier.cdfreaks.com and http://www.dvdinfopro.com/

2) At what speed are you burning your blank media?

TSSTCORP CD/DVDW SH-S182D SB04

3. Update your drive's firmware: click http://www.samsungodd.com/Eng/Firmw...rchMode=&PageNumber=2&product_code=SDR&os_no=

ASAPIW2k (system32\drivers\ASAPIW2k.sys), Version: 6.0.2.27 (6.0.2.0)
Company: Pinnacle Systems GmbH
Product: asapi
Copyright: (c) 1997-2003 by Pinnacle Systems GmbH
Description: ASAPI
FileVersion: 6, 0, 2, 27

Asapiw2k.sys - Used by Pinnacle Studio 9 by Pinnacle systems or VOB Computersysteme GMBH

That filter may also cause problems


4. i) Create a backup of your registry: click http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322756
ii) Download imgburn. It's a free program: http://www.imgburn.com/index.php?act=download
(it's also an excellent program imo)
iii) Go to Tools > Filter Driver Load Order. Select "ASAPIW2k. Click "remove selected filter". Click "ok".
iv) Reboot

Keep in mind that the program that installed that filter in your registry may no longer function properly.