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Kyrie, To read multi-session discs requires not only a drive capable of reading sessions beyond the first, but also software that can handle multi-session as well. If the drive or software doesn't have this capability you'll only see the first session on the disc. What drive and software are you…
#multiple session CDROMS
Message #52918
Hi. We are about to start producing CD-ROMs in house and I noticed in an article a comment to the effect that CD-ROMs that are produced in multiple sessions require special CDROM readers in order to read all of the sessions. Can anyone here expand on this? One of the…
Convert Data to CD ROM
Message #52916
Sounds good – where do I find it?
There's a product from Microsoft called "Multimedia viewer" which apparently compiles documents into an indexed, hypertext-linked application with searching capabilities, etc. I haven't used it, but it looks pretty good. Version 2.0 just released, $495 list.
John, Why don't you tell Bill to look for that PC Today article about your DB? Kathy Cochrane [GO ONEOFF]
Possibly. Or maybe just the first to say it right? Kathy
Bill, I use FoxPro to retrieve aviation safety databases (fielded data) from CD-R. It works nearly as well from CD as from HD – in a flat file. Multiple table searches are a little slow. Originally we did this project just for our own use. But the CD-R process is…
Hi John. Just curious. What type of data do you have in the FoxPro tables that are on your CD-ROM? Is the CD a product that you sell or just what? Bill
Oh now Kathy, you and I agree far more than we disagree and you know it . Our only problem is that we both want to be the first to say it. Jerry CDS
Ross, I just spent a day at a Viewer 2.0 (Microsoft) seminar and I was very impressed with the new version. I have not used it in production yet, but it appeared to be a very powerful Windows product which does all that you ask for and a whole lot…
CD ROM One-Off unit
Message #52861
I'm looking for information on one-off machines. We are planning to produce a disc in the next few weeks, a second by Christmas, then go to a bi-monthly or monthly production. The one-off unit will let us check the discs, and make changes, as well as distribute short runs to…
A very expensive but complete API is made by Sony called FTR. Although they have an API for the Mac, their emphasis is on Windows. They say the API is mainly for large book publishers (hence the price SRP ~12K) but all the users that have worked it is say…
Their software sells for $595 and $1495 or fairly close to those numbers. The $595 does PC compatible CD's and the higher prices package supports additional features. The software appears to be driven by different internal companies is why I suggested at least checking them out. -dle
Jerry, We actually agreed on something!!! Kathy Cochrane [GO ONEOFF]
Or for application design, consulting, and FOLIO product sales, you can contact me on the CDVEN forum, section 6. Kathy Cochrane [GO ONEOFF]
Kevin, You're welcome. It's a bit steep, but if it's what you need, it does a good job. You can use any graphics package to develop the images to print on the CD-R, I believe. Kathy Cochrane [GO ONEOFF]
Mike, OK. I'm going to assume you are working on an IBM-compatible system, right? It would make a difference what kinds of tags you've used, and what format your documents exist in now. I might be able to help you if I knew more about the details. If you'll email…
beta test
Message #52780
yes I would like to test your new disc.
Phil My company Information Inception, which is UK based, acts as dealers for Philips CDD 521 and WinOnCD pre-mastering software. We have has considerable experience using WinOnCD for one-off CDs with no problems. If you want more information please give me a call on 0252 371118 (Farnborough, Hants, UK) regards…
Try Folio Views 3.0 for Windows, just released. I have very good experience with the DOS version (2.1), and the Windows version looks very promising. Also low-cost. GO FOLIO. /Bo
Phil, Sorry about the phone number thing. I'll try again. inVzn Development Corporation 1478 North Tech Boulevard Suite 109 Gilbert, AZ 85234 (602) 497-5560 (Voice) (800) 828-8884 (Voice) (602) 926-9402 (Fax) Ernie
Xbase database software
Message #52750
Albert, A couple of weeks ago you mentioned that you wanted to try the FoxPro .CDX indexes with dBase. Since then several people have asked me about using dBase to retrieve records from the CD-R's that I put the data on. I had to tell them that I didn't know…
Val, I agree with Kathy 100%. Making 1000 identical CDs on one-off technology would be nuts. Much better (and far cheaper) to make a single premaster (one-off) then have one of us replicate for you. Jerry Warner CD Solutions, Inc.
Thanks Kathy. I could see the logic of the Trace printer for one of your franchises, but it's a bit pricy for us (only $1,000 cheaper than the Trace/Sony CD-R recorder!) I'll contact Mark this week. Kevin
Ach! By CDROM development kit I mean the software/C libraries etc. to create a CDROM. We have to book on-line in a tagged format already. What we want, is to convert it into an electronic book with hyperlinked case studies, on-line forms (its a tax preparation book), and so on.…
Kevin, I've seen the data on the Trace CDP-5300 but haven't purchased one yet. We've been using silk screens with special ink. It works well but you've got to be making several copies of the same label to make it cost effective. Jerry
Again, do you know how much this Sony mastering software costs? It seems unlikely that it would work with the Philips/Kodak CDR machines as they have a competitive unit.
Thanks for the tip there Ernie. I'm located in the UK and can't call 800 numbers. Do you have another number or FAX for inVzn perhaps? THanks!!
Can CDRECORD drive the Philips/Kodak machine? How much does it cost? That's great that it doesn't require 2x disk space!! Do you or anyone else have any experience using Corel SCSI Pro to write to a CDROM cutter?
You might try Sony's Electronic Publishing Company. I know they have a good PC based package called Multimedia Formatter which they do seem to sell unbundled. -dle
Spoke with Sony yesterday and learned that you can have 2 color label placed on CD-R blanks for free. The catch… it is done in Japan with a 1000 disc minimum. Although at $18 each it did require some consideration. I would be very interested in whatever you find out.…
Ric, Could you send me the info as well? Please include professional licence information as well. Thanks. David L. Edwards Shoestring Engineering, Inc. 584 Castro Street, Ste 508 San Francisco, CA 94114 USA 415-920-6920 415-920-6922 (fax) AppleLink,AOL: dle Compuserve: 76344,1702
Kevin, (me again — sorry!) There is an alternative to disc printers and felt pens — one of our shops makes paper labels on adhesive-backed paper that can be custom printed. If you're interested, you can contact Mark Czajka, 71042,3304. Kathy Cochrane [GO ONEOFF]
Kevin, I've seen the Trace printer. It does a nice job. I talked to Matthew Leek of Trace about the potential for using multiple colors, which he hadn't thought about, but his technical person said it was feasible. The media has a matte or satin finish (sort of like anodized…
Val, Even I would not suggest making 1000 (or even 100) identical CDs as one-offs. Not just the time, but the media costs would be absurd. We can do the mass production thing, too, though, after providing you with a test disc that is functionally identical to what you'd receive…
Kathy, Jerry, Thanks for the info. I'll follow up on the leads you mentioned, and probably get in touch by phone later this week. I'm doing preliminary research for a client (as well as for my own edification – we may get into this inhouse before long), and the client…
inVzn Development Corporation has a Windows based CD-R mastering system that handles mega huge data sets. Contact: Robert Riesch 1-800-828-8884 Ernie
We have used both CD-GEN, from CD-ROM Strategies and CD-RECORD from Dataware Technologies, both products have worked well and we've made hundreds of discs using both. We're in the process of switching over to CD-RECORD for most of our production needs because it doesn't require 2 times the amount of…
#Which CDR program best?
Message #52654
I'm getting a Philips/Kodak CD Recordable unit and am wondering which program has the best price/performance. I've used OMI's QuickTOPiX but found that it crashed on relatively large datasets. I consider Gear to be a bit too pricey. The last time I asked this question here on the forum EASYCD…
#CD-R Label Printing
Message #52618
Has anyone seen or used the Trace CDP-5300 Compact Disc Printer? This is for printing labels on one-offs. It uses bubble-jet mechanism to print on the surface of "printable" CD-R media. They want $5,549 for the printer. The printable media goes for about 10% higher than the non-printable media. Alternatively,…
Val, My company handles mass replication services of all kinds. One-day service and drop-shipping are available. Quoting prices on a general forum is not considered good form, and in complex matters like CD-ROM reproduction are probably not possible without some exchange of questions and answers anyway, so I won't try…
Mike, I'm not sure what you mean by a "CDROM development kit." There are lots of ways to make a CDROM, for a number of purposes. Could you expand on what you have in mind? My company offers what may be the broadest range of CDROM related products and services…
Ross, FOLIO Views 3.0 will do what you're asking for. If you'd like information on it, please email, call me, or come by our section (#6) on the CDVEN (CDROM Vendors') forum [GO ONEOFF]. I'm a FOLIO reseller, and can answer (or find the answers) your questions about its capabilities…
Val, Do you have a project in mind or just taking a survey? Our company offers one-off services as well as replication, shipping, inserts, packaging, and rush services. I don't feel very comfortable responding to such a blue sky set of questions with pricing. As I'm sure you understand, pricing…
Richard, Would you please send me the information on the search/retrieval software as well? Thanks. Jerry Warner CD Solutions, Inc. P.O. Box 536 6 E. Monument St. Pleasant Hill, OH 45359-0536 800-860-CDRM (2376) 513-676-CDRM (2376) Fax 676-2478
Ross If you can email me a fax number or mail address I'll send you details of a new Windows program which does everything you are asking for, and then some. It comes with a runtime reader module which can be distributed for non-commercial purposes without royalty. Ric Day MBF…
Dear Mike, I do business with Nimbus quite amount. Unfortunately, as long as there are people like Joe there, Nimbus will lose many customers to their competitors. Please recommend Marie or Greg who may help the individual better with knowledge and courtesy. TTYL
#CD-ROM duping costs?
Message #52468
Dear All, I'm doing some research into the cost and turnaround time to duplicate small runs (1 – 3 thousand) of Mac- or PC-compatible CD-ROMs. I need to know 1) Which companies provide duping services? 2) If I provide a one-off CD, what price range am I in for? 3)…
#CD-ROM development kits
Message #52450
I work for a typesetting company that may be doing our first CD-ROM product this year. I'm interested in any information on vendors offering CD-ROM development kits, and any experiences you have have had with those kits. Also, suggested references, hardware (CD-ROM writers) information etc. would be appreciated. I have…
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