About Multi-Session Discs

Compatibility Information for Discs with Multiple Sessions

Data is recorded onto CD-R/RW discs in units knows as “sessions”. A session consists of information regarding the contents of the recording, the actual data, and closing information. Using this unit, a session is created when any of the following operations are performed:

ŸMaking a Disc Copy of a Single Session Disc

ŸPressing REC in the Burner Interface to copy selected files

Once a session exists on a disc, any subsequent copying or recording operations on the same disc will result in a new session being added, thereby creating a “multi-session” disc.

Although multi-function discs are fully supported by this unit, most DVD players and many other types of optical drive products have compatibility issues and limitations regarding multi-session discs. Some common problems are:

ŸOnly the first session is playable on some DVD Players

ŸOnly the last session is playable on PCs

ŸOn some DVD Players, multiple sessions may be supported in certain configurations - such as where the same type of data is contained in each session - but “mixed mode” discs, where different sessions do not contain the same type of data, are not supported.

Quick Tips

ŸBe sure to keep these compatibility issues in mind when working with CD-R and CD-RW discs that are destined for play on standard DVD players.

ŸIn particular, remember that selecting the RECORD Icon and copying files or tracks will create and close a session. So, if you wish to make a single-session disc, select ALL the files you wish to copy BEFORE recording.

Selecting a Session

Working with Multi-Session Discs

This unit fully supports multi-session discs and allows for the selection of a session when the disc is first inserted, as well as during playback.

A	After Inserting a Multi-Session Disc
	GOTO
	When a multi-session disc is inserted in the unit, the
	message “MULTISESSION CD” is displayed on the lower
	right of the screen, followed by the number of sessions
	available on the disc. While this prompt remains on screen,
	use the NUMBER keys to input the session number to play.

B			Selecting a Session During Playback
			The TITLE button is used to select a session after disc
			playback has started. To select a session to play, press
1	2	3	TITLE, followed by the session number.
1	2	3	C
4	5	6	+10
7	8	9	0