DVD recorder and discs

[Francis Asis]

Hi, i've just got my first DVD recorder and I'm a bit confused about disc types and finalizing. The manual is very confusing. The way i understand it, with a DVD-R or DVD+R you can record but not erase. You can add to the disc but once it is finalized thats it forever. Is that right? With DVD-RW or DVD+RW you can record and erase. But here's my question, Do I still have to finalize the disc to play it on a different player? If I finalize it can i still erase it and re-record later. Can i erase one title from the disc and leave others? Please could someone explain it all in really simple language as I'm pushing 43 and there's not a 5year old around here to explain it to me. Thanks

[pauln90]

First read this guide to DVD types

http://www.which.co.uk/advice/dvd-formats-expl ained/index.jsp

Basically what you have said is correct but read the manual first to determine what type of blank media your recorder accepts.

DVD-RW need to be finalised before use in other players but DVD+R are formatted automatically on your first use and then do not need finaalising before using in other players.

[Francis Asis]

Thank you, that was very helpful. I think I've got it now