So now you know a little bit more about what to look out for but are probably asking yourself (and me) how the recording process works and what choices are available to you. There are two ways to duplicate a DVD or CD:
* Manual DVD Copying
* Automatic DVD Copying
You will need to decide which duplicator type best suits your production demands.
How They Work
Manual DVD Duplicators
If you choose to duplicate a DVD or CD manually you just place your DVD or CD manually into a drive/s in your pc or multi-drive tower. The duplicator then makes a copy or copies of the original disc. Manual duplicators offer a speedy solution because they allow several DVDs or CDs to be copied simultaneously.
The only real downside is that they do require some stand-by labor to re-feed the drives during the copying process. There are manual towers which feature auto-loading compatibility but these are far more expensive that standard manual duplicators.
Auto-loading Duplicators
If you need high volume duplication with virtually no physical operation then an auto-loading tower may be a better choice. All you need to do is put a pile of plank DVS or CDS into the hopper and hit the go button. This type of duplicator has space for between fifty or eighty discs on each recording run. This type of duplicator can stand alone or be PC based.
Brand Names to Look Out For - Which One to Buy
Look out for the top names in duplicator technology like U.S. Digital Media, Rimage, Media Technics, Microboards and Primera with drive technology from Pioneer and NEC. All CD and DVD Duplicators feature a standard equipment manufacturer warranty and in some cases extra warranty benefits with certain models or retailers.
Retailers are offering DVD or CD duplicators at pretty affordable prices these days so if you want to get on the band wagon, now is the time. It isn't hard to duplicate a DVD or CD, in fact, these little wonders make it child's play. Your reasons for wanting to duplicate DVD or CD may be very basic or business oriented but your duplicator should make things easier for you. Keep this is mind, and select one that acts as a digital assistant!
