Duplication vs Replication?

What is DVD / CD duplication vs. DVD / CD replication?

Duplication is ideal for low volume whereas Replication is most suited for high volume runs of 1000 units and more

• DVD / CD duplication is similar to "burning" DVD – Rs / CD-Rs on a computer with a CD / DVD recorder. You must have a DVD recorder drive and software to duplicate DVDs. At Liquid Bubble Duplication, your DVDs will go through a top-of-the-line auto loading system process and the format used is called a DVD-R. PLEASE NOTE: DVD-Rs play in most but not all manufactured DVD players. We can accept DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and DVD+R DL discs as masters, but we prefer to output to DVD-R because it is the most compatible with standalone DVD players and DVD-ROM drives. DVD / CD Duplication is used for Low volume orders up to 1000 units
  
  
• DVD / CD replication is a manufacturing process of creating a glass master, is created from the customer's supplied media and used to press the digital information to make the DVD/CD replicas. DVD replication or CD replication is used for higher volume orders of at least 1000 units. DVD replicated discs can play in virtually all players and in all PCs with a DVD-ROM drive and player software.

What is DVD-5, DVD-9, and DVD-10 replication?

• When you think of DVD replication, do you realise that it can be broken down into a lot of options? Don't let the information below confuse you. We'll be happy to help you understand this further if need be. We strive to make ordering with Liquid Bubble Duplication as simple as possible. Please contact us if you need more explanation.
  
  
• DVD 5 replication is single-sided single layer. It is referred to as 4.7GB media which holds 4.37 computer GB (1 kilobyte = 1024 bytes) which is 120 minutes of audio and video. DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW support this format.
  
  
• DVD 9 replication is similar to DVD 5 replication in that all printing is done on one side and all the data is on the other side. However, the difference is that a DVD 9 is single-sided dual layer. It is referred to as 8.54 GB media which holds about 7.95 computer GB (or roughly 220 minutes of audio and video). It has been the most commonly used format for Hollywood movies. For submitting a master for replication, we require a DLT or two DVD-Rs with a DDP image on both discs. Disc 1 should be layer 0 and the next disc is layer 1. DVD+R DL writable media can also be used as masters if you do not need copy protection.
  
  
• DVD 10 replication is double-sided single layer. It is referred to as 9.4 GB media which holds about 8.75 computer GB (or 240 minutes of audio and video). Since there is data on both sides, you have to flip the disc to watch the video on the other side. To replicate this format, you'll need to send us is two DVD-R masters. One DVD-R will be for side 1 and the other for side 2. The only downside to this is printing can only be done around the hub in 2 colours only. Please contact us and we'll send you a template if needed.
  
  

What disc printing options do you offer?

• If your order is 1000 units or greater, you have the option of silk-screen or offset printing. Silk-screen is the most common technology for printing on discs. Your artwork is used to print negative films, 1 for each colour used (white, and colours used in 4 colour process printing: CMYK, Cyan-Magenta-Yellow-Black). These films are then used to transfer the image to screens (corresponding to the number of colours in your artwork) that will be mounted to the press. Silk-screen is printed at 120 lpi and the advantage is turnaround time.
  
  
• Offset printing uses a different technology. A set of plates are created (either using films as described above, or etched directly from the artwork) and attached to a press. The plates roll over an inkpad, picking up the proper colour ink, and then roll over the disc to apply the ink. With offset printing, there is more control over colour and detail. A huge advantage is the image is printed up to 175 lpi. Plus, the ink can be applied at a much thinner coat which gives the disc a smooth feel. Two disadvantages are that you can only use 4 colour process artwork, and the turnaround time is more than silk-screen. However, if you have detailed artwork and can spare additional turnaround time, we highly recommend offset printing. Offset and silkscreen printing are scratch and water resistant.
  
  
• If your order is less than 1000 units, you can choose high quality (2400-4800 dpi resolution) inkjet or thermal printing directly on the disc, or you can choose no printing if you plan to apply labels. For Duplication orders of 3000 units and above we can offer Silk Screen or Litho Printing if required
  
  

Do you duplicate HD-DVDs and Blu-ray discs?

• Not at the Moment however this is something we may offer in the future
  
  

Do you offer Macrovision, Safe Disc CD, or CSS copy protection?

• Macrovision APS (Analog Protection System): We offer this for CD or DVD orders of 1000 or more. You are responsible to author your CD or DVD with Macrovision APS. CDs can be authored with Macrovision SafeDisc or SafeAudio encryption. Your master CD can be sent to us in CD-R format. Your master DVD video must be submitted in DLT format.. If you would like more information, please visit Macrovision's website.
  
  
• CSS (Content Scrambling System): We offer this for orders of 1000 or more. You are responsible to author your DVD with CSS. Your master DVD video must be submitted in DLT format. CSS flags must be set and each VTS (Video Title Set) must be marked. This is done in your CSS supported DVD authoring program.. Visit the DVD Copy Control Association (DVD CCA) for more information.

What is your turnaround time?

• Our normal turnaround time is 2 - 5 working days for, CD, and DVD short run duplication. DVD & CD replication is 7- 10 working days. We can offer Express Turnaround, please call to discuss