BRINGING TOMORROW'S MEDIA TO MARKET
-- A conference focusing
on the prospects for 'next generation' optical discs. As
well as the latest developments in blue laser based high
definition video discs, sessions will cover the DualDisc and
UMD formats. Topics to be explored include industry and
competitive implications -- analysed by the conference's
co-sponsors Understanding & Solutions -- replication line
purchasing considerations, mastering options and testing
parameters.
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Entertainment Media Replication Conference
Conference Chairman: Bill Foster, Understanding & Solutions
Organized by Understanding & Solutions
Bringing Tomorrow's Media to Market
The Inside Track on Replicating New Optical Disc Formats
11:00-11:30 am
DualDisc
A tight thickness tolerance and two substrates of different thicknesses are just two of the challenges facing manufacturers of this new audio carrier. A replicator and a testing company provide some insights.
Speakers: Andrew DaPuzzo, Sonopress; Michael Engström, AudioDev
11:30 -11:45 am
Manufacturing UMD
The Sony PSP's 2.4-inch Universal Media Disc can also be used for the distribution of full length movies, creating a whole new pre-recorded media market. This session will provide an overview of the UMD format and the unique aspects of its replication process.
Speaker: Bob Hurley, Sony DADC Americas
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Mastering Next Generation Formats
There are several different solutions for mastering blue laser based media. This session examines some of the options.
Moderator: Bill Foster, Understanding & Solutions
Speakers: Masato Otsuka, Memory-Tech; Jim Wu, ODC/Nimbus; Matt Lindsey, Sony DADC
12:30-2:00 pm
Network Lunch
(Included with All-Access Pass)
2:00-2:30 pm
Blu-ray Disc's 0.1mm Cover Layer
Film or spin-coat? Both have their merits -- the replicatorwill have to choose. The key differences will be highlighted by a developer of each solution.
Panelists: Gordon van Dyke, GE Advanced Materials; Herbert Groothues, Degussa
2:30-3:00 pm
Increasing Capacity of the Next Generation Discs
Neither BD-ROM nor HD DVD-ROM are yet on the market, but already higher capacity versions are promised.
Speakers: Shinya Abe, Panasonic Disc Services; Others TBA
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Industry Viewpoint
A panel of system vendors and replicators discuss the current next-generation disc situation from a manufacturing perspective.
Moderator: Terence Keegan, Medialine;
Speakers: Bill Mueller, Cinram; Frank LoVerme, Deluxe; James Steynor, DaTARIUS; Dale Butrymowicz, Singulus
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