Posted by Rapper2000 on 02/16/06 04:40

Micro Henry <uH@MyServer.Loc> wrote in

> Hi Nick,
>
> Thanks for your reply. I followed your instructions, and here are the
> results.
>
> Version: 1.61
> SysCon: Release_146
> TUFLCON: 1.22M
> Drive: 1.16E
> Device: PRISM-PLUS
> Region: 1
>
> As you can see I have a later version then yours. So, 16X probably
> does not work on yours either.
>
> Like you, all 8X and 4x Discs I have used work perfect. I have used
> 1X, 2X, 4X, 8X and 16X, discs. All work correct except the new 16X
> products, which copy only at the 4X default speed.
>
> Since I can't buy 8X discs anymore here in MPLS, the problem has been
> forced on me. When I called Pioneer and talked to Mike, he denied
> there was a problem. Then he admitted there was one during the second
> call, and suggested I only buy 8X discs. Then the third call where I
> explained I can't get 8X discs anymore, he suggest to buy 8X on the
> internet. However if the vendors like Fuji use the same UPC as the 8X
> for the new 16X, there is no way for the store to check their
> inventory for 8X discs. The same applies to internet purchases. So,
> the only solution is a firmware update.
>
> call Mike @ 1-800-872-4159 and force the issue onto Pioneers priority
> list. Otherwise it will be FORGETTEN!
>
> uH
>

I think I will soon join your plight, but for the time being, I haven't
bought any 16X to try since they are not readily available in singles.

I can only find 50 PK or 25 PK spindle offerings from Fuji and Verbatim;
brands you have already tried. I will reports any new findings.

Let's keep investigating!

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