What Is The Difference Between Dvd-R And Dvd-Rw - Sony DCR-DVD100 DVD Handycam Technology Operating Instructions Manual

What is the difference between
DVD-R and DVD-RW?
Two types of discs are available and they are different in the following ways.
Which disc
can I use?
8cm DVD-Rs and 8cm DVD-RWs are
available.
8cm DVD-R
You can use the following discs:
• DMR30 (single-sided disc)
• DMR60 (double-sided disc)
8cm DVD-RW
You can use the following discs:
• DMW30 (single-sided disc)
• DMW60 (double-sided disc)
Discs other than these two types are
cannot be used in your DVD
Handycam.
Examples of incompatible discs
• 12cm DVD-R
• 12cm DVD-RW
• DVD+R
• DVD-RAM
• DVD+RW
• DVD-ROM
• CD-R
• CD-RW
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How can I
choose
between these
two discs?
The number of recordable times is
different for the two discs. Choose the
one that meets your needs.
DVD-Rs can be recorded
only once.
It is suitable for permanent records
and for making a backup copy.
Recorded in VIDEO mode.
DVD-RWs can be
overwritten repeatedly.
It is suitable for source gathering and
temporary recordings.
You can choose VIDEO mode or VR
mode to make your recordings (see
page 26).