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| General |
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| Q1. |
What is Postscribed IDTM ? |
| A1. |
Postscribed IDTM is a new technology from Sony in which unique data, such as identification
codes and serial numbers, are inscribed onto a Disc after it has been manufactured. For further detail, refer to our About Postscribed IDTM page. |
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| Q2. |
Can Postscribed IDTM data be inscribed on any disc format? |
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Currently, it can only be added to CD-ROM discs and DVD (DVD-5) Discs. |
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| Q3. |
How is Postscribed IDTM data inscribed on the CD/DVD-ROM? Is it possible for
me or an end user to add the data afterward? |
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Using a high-power laser diode and extremely accurate location control technology, the
disc manufacturing plant adds the data after the disc has been stamped. End-users
cannot add Postscribed IDTM data themselves. |
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| Q4. |
Is it possible to inscribe the Postscribed IDTM information on any CD/DVD-ROM
sold in the market? |
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No. The data can only be inscribed on CD-ROMs that are made specifically for that
purpose. |
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| Q5. |
How is the Postscribed IDTM information read? |
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By using dedicated reading software that is incorporated into the discs. |
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| Q6. |
Will end-users be able to find and view the Postscribed IDTM information
using Windows Explorer? |
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No. The information is hidden and cannot be viewed by the end user. |
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| Q7. |
Does the Postscribed IDTM reading software support all operating systems? |
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Currently, the service supports Windows Vista, XP and 2000 for Windows, OSX (10.2 and higher) for Macintosh. Linux is not supported, but could be added to meet future demand. |
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| Technical |
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| Q1. |
How is Postscribed IDTM written to disc? |
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It is done at the sub-micron level using a high-power laser diode, new reflective
layer material, and extremely accurate location control technology. |
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| Q2. |
If an end user makes a clone copy of a disc that contains Postscribed IDTM
information, will the ID information be copied as well? |
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Yes. Because Postscribed IDTM is compliance with the CD/DVD format. |
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| Q3. |
Does the process of adding Postscribed IDTM data effect the customer's software
applications? |
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No, Postscribed IDTM data is scribed at the outer area from customer's data |
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| Q4. |
How is Postscribed IDTM different from other technologies that add ID information
to CD-ROMs? |
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Our technology is inscribed during mass production and the information can be read
by most CD/DVD-ROM drives on the market. |
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| Request for Service |
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| Q1. |
How much will it cost to add Postscribed IDTM information to my CD-ROMs? |
| A1. |
The cost will depend on the size of your order and the type of Postscribed IDTM
services you require. For more information, contact your regional Sony Disc Manufacturing
sales representative. |
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| Q2. |
What does Sony Disc Manufacturing need to process my Postscribed IDTM order? |
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You should provide a master disc and your custom ID data that will be inscribed as
Postscribed IDTM information. |
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| Q3. |
What kind of media should I use for a cutting master disc? |
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The media should be a CD-R for Postscribed
IDTM-CD. For Postscribed IDTM-DVD, Cutting
Master for Postscribed IDTM shold be created at factory.
Therefore, the customer should send the Master Tape (DLT Tape or
DVD-R) with PID Information Sheet File (dpi file) and Postscribed
IDTM Data
to the factory. PID Information Sheet File (dpi file) can be created
by PID Creator. For more information, please contact your local sales
representative. |
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| Q4. |
What format should I use for my Postscribed IDTM data? |
| A4. |
Please contact your regional Sony Disc Manufacturing sales representative for this information. |
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| Q5. |
Do you charge a licensing fee for Postscribed IDTM service? |
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No.
It is included in the overall price of your order. |
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