Pioneer DVR-2920Q - DVD±RW / DVD-RAM Drive Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about Pioneer Qflix™ Drives
General questions about the Pioneer Qflix DVD Download & Burn DVD/CD Writers:
1. What is Qflix?
Qflix is an IP-licensed program for DVD download and burning established by Sonic Solutions
and Pioneer Electronics.
2. What is DVD download and burn technology?
"DVD download" is the DVD Forum Specification for DVD media with recordable CSS
technology (content scramble system) and the method used to write to the media.
3. Is this technology recognized by the DVD Forum?
Yes, the DVD download specification was ratified by the forum within the "DVD-R for General
Use" specification under Optional Specifications.
4. Do I need special DVD media to record and download CSS video protected content?
Yes, the media is called pre-keyed media. This media has a CSS key pre-written onto the lead
in area of the disc.
5. What is "CSS-R" media?
CSS-R media is specialized optical media that supports secure recording of digitally distributed
entertainment content containing Content-Scrambling System protection (CSS).
6. Where can I purchase Qflix DVD download and burn DVD/CD writers?
The Pioneer DVR-216MBK, DVR-2920Q, and DVR-X162Q DVD/CD writers all feature the Qflix
DVD download and burn functionality. Visit
these products can be purchased.
7. Where can I purchase Qflix Media?
Qflix certified media is available from Verbatim
available through the retail channel but can be purchased directly from these manufacturers
and/or their e-commerce distribution channels.
8. Do I need special software to record DVD downloaded content onto Qflix discs?
Yes, Qflix-licensed software is required to burn protected content onto DVD download video
discs. This software is available from Sonic Solutions but is also bundled with the Pioneer
Qflix-enabled drives.
9. How long will it take to download and burn to optical disc media?
The download and burn times vary based on the content length and your internet connection
speed. Laboratory testing has resulted in times ranging from 65 minutes to 120 minutes.
10. Where can I purchase and/or download titles for recording to Qflix media?
Titles are available through the Roxio Venue™ program included with the Pioneer Qflix™
DVD/CD writers. Launch Roxio Venue to access the CinemaNow website. Please note that you
are required to register a username and password to download titles.
11. Will a Qflix Download & Burn movie play on my DVD player or PC-based DVD drive?
Yes, this media can be played on most set-top and PC-enabled DVD drives. There are a few
PC drives that may experience playback issues. Please contact your device manufacturer for
more information.
Updated: 22-June-2009
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