mikephoff Posted July 1, 2016 Posted July 1, 2016 I keep getting this error when trying to burn a disc. I do not know what it means or how to correct it. The following is the Log. Please Help. I 19:26:31 ImgBurn Version 2.5.8.0 started!I 19:26:31 Microsoft Windows 8 Core x64 Edition (6.2, Build 9200)I 19:26:31 Total Physical Memory: 8,268,860 KiB - Available: 4,973,000 KiBI 19:26:32 Initialising SPTI...I 19:26:32 Searching for SCSI / ATAPI devices...I 19:26:32 -> Drive 1 - Info: MATSHITA DVD-RAM UJ8E2 S 1.00 (E:) (SATA)I 19:26:32 Found 1 DVD±RW/RAM!I 19:26:32 Operation Started!I 19:26:32 Building Image Tree...I 19:26:32 Checking Directory Depth...I 19:26:32 Calculating Totals...I 19:26:32 Preparing Image...I 19:26:33 Checking Path Length...I 19:26:33 Contents: 27 Files, 2 FoldersI 19:26:33 Content Type: DVD VideoI 19:26:33 Data Type: MODE1/2048I 19:26:33 File System(s): ISO9660, UDF (1.02)I 19:26:33 Volume Label: WOMAN_IN_GOLDI 19:26:33 IFO/BUP 32K Padding: EnabledI 19:26:33 Region Code: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8I 19:26:33 TV System: NTSCI 19:26:33 Size: 4,509,032,448 bytesI 19:26:33 Sectors: 2,201,676I 19:26:33 Image Size: 4,509,794,304 bytesI 19:26:33 Image Sectors: 2,202,048I 19:26:33 Operation Successfully Completed! - Duration: 00:00:00I 19:26:33 Operation Started!I 19:26:33 Source File: -==/\/[bUILD IMAGE]\/\==-I 19:26:33 Source File Sectors: 2,202,048 (MODE1/2048)I 19:26:33 Source File Size: 4,509,794,304 bytesI 19:26:33 Source File Volume Identifier: WOMAN_IN_GOLDI 19:26:33 Source File Volume Set Identifier: 48E19B50002199B2I 19:26:33 Source File Application Identifier: IMGBURN V2.5.8.0 - THE ULTIMATE IMAGE BURNER!I 19:26:33 Source File Implementation Identifier: ImgBurnI 19:26:33 Source File File System(s): ISO9660, UDF (1.02)I 19:26:33 Destination Device: [0:0:0] MATSHITA DVD-RAM UJ8E2 S 1.00 (E:) (SATA)I 19:26:33 Destination Media Type: DVD+R (Disc ID: CMC MAG-M01-00)I 19:26:33 Destination Media Supported Write Speeds: 2.4x, 8xI 19:26:33 Destination Media Sectors: 2,295,104I 19:26:33 Write Mode: DVDI 19:26:33 Write Type: DAOI 19:26:33 Write Speed: MAXI 19:26:33 DVD+R Reserve Track: NoI 19:26:33 Link Size: AutoI 19:26:33 Lock Volume: YesI 19:26:33 Test Mode: NoI 19:26:33 OPC: NoI 19:26:33 BURN-Proof: EnabledI 19:26:33 Write Speed Successfully Set! - Effective: 11,080 KB/s (8x)I 19:26:33 Filling Buffer... (80 MiB)I 19:26:33 Writing LeadIn...W 19:26:58 Failed to Write Sectors 0 - 31 - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (1 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (2 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (3 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (4 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (5 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (6 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (7 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (8 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (9 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (10 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (11 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (12 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (13 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (14 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (15 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (16 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (17 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (18 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (19 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 19:26:58 Retrying (20 of 20)...W 19:26:58 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorE 19:27:34 Failed to Write Sectors 0 - 31 - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorI 19:27:34 Synchronising Cache...W 19:27:37 User opted to skip the 'Close Track/Session/Disc' functions.E 19:27:37 Failed to Write Image!E 19:27:40 Operation Failed! - Duration: 00:01:04I 19:27:40 Average Write Rate: N/A - Maximum Write Rate: N/A
dbminter Posted July 2, 2016 Posted July 2, 2016 Yeah, I'd guess it's the cheap CMC MAG media that's causing the problem.
mikephoff Posted July 2, 2016 Author Posted July 2, 2016 I am using Verbatim DVD+R discs. I have been told that these are the best. I have not had problems with these in the past. I do not know why Image Burn is identifying these as CMC MAG media.
dbminter Posted July 2, 2016 Posted July 2, 2016 Probably because you bought them in a brick and mortar store? If so, even though they're Verbatims, they're cheap ass CMC MAG media You'll want DataLife Plus media, but you can only get that online. If you got just Life series Verbatims in a store or online, they're junk. So, Verbatim is the best choice, but you have to get the right Verbatims Yes, even Verbatim mixes their quality releases with junk CMC media to squeeze an extra buck out of their customers. Well, if you've used them before in the past, maybe they weren't always CMC MAGs. Companies are known to change their manufacturers from quality to cheap CMC. I put Optodisc on my shit list because after a run of high quality discs they produced, they switched to CMC MAG and 50% of their discs failed. If you can find one of these Verbatim DVD+R's you have successfully burned in the past, load it in ImgBurn and see if it's DID/MID/Disc ID/Manufacturer ID is CMC MAG. If it is and you had no problems in the past, then your drive probably needs replacing. How long have you been burning with it? Still, you shouldn't use CMC MAG, even if they do successfully burn. Their longevity is highly questionable.
mikephoff Posted July 2, 2016 Author Posted July 2, 2016 (edited) Yes, I bought them at Sams Club because they had the best price. They are just Life Series. I had no idea that there were DataLife Plus and that you could only get them online. I have also bought them at Office Max. This is kind of crummy and misleading for Verbatim. Thank You for the info. I am using an ASUS laptop with a DVD RW drive that is about 2 years old. I have looked online at AMAZON.COM and found Verbatim DataLife Plus DVD-R Discs. I have not used DVD-R but I hear they are more popular and are compatible with my burner and player. There are many choices available. 8X, 16X, White and Silver Printable. I Do not need printable. I am going to order a 50 pack of the DVD-R 8X Silver discs and see how they work. There is a number 94852 that I do not know what it means. There are different numbers for the different kind of discs available. Edited July 3, 2016 by mikephoff
dbminter Posted July 3, 2016 Posted July 3, 2016 Yeah, I learned the hard way by buying Verbatim CD-R and DVD-R at Office Depot. They were CMC MAG and they were Life series. I promptly returned them for a refund because Verbatim didn't make them. CMC Magnetics made them. I don't know why DataLife Plus series is only available from online sellers. I'd have hoped Verbatim would offer the discerning buyer a choice of quality or crap instead of just crap at brick and mortar stores. I buy some DVD-R from Amazon.com that don't say DataLife Plus but are the higher quality. They have the AZO brand on them. I don't know if the DVD+R you bought say AZO or not. If they don't, then you'll want something online that says either AZO or DataLife Plus. My inkjet DVD-R are DataLife Plus but my branded DVD-R from Amazon.com don't say DataLife Plus, just AZO. Yeah, it's all too confusing when it shouldn't have to be. It's only done that way to squeeze an extra dollar from buyers.
dbminter Posted July 3, 2016 Posted July 3, 2016 For DVD-R, here's what I get: Branded AZO non DataLife Plus: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00081A2KY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Inkjet DataLife Plus: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000A0CV9S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 These are made by MCC, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, aka Verbatim. Notice how CMC is just a rearrangement of MCC? I think it's done on purpose to try and fool people.
mikephoff Posted July 3, 2016 Author Posted July 3, 2016 The DVD+R I am using just say Life Series. I also found on Amazon, Verbatim 4.7 GB up to 16x Branded Recordable Disc AZO DVD-R 50-Disc Spindle 95101. I like the higher burn speed. They are also less expensive. These have more customer complaints though. I am going to trust you that DataLife Plus and AZO are both good.
mikephoff Posted July 3, 2016 Author Posted July 3, 2016 Your link to the Branded AZO non DataLife Plus is what I am looking at. The DataLife Plus 8X I looked at link is https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002IQ1F8/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER. I am going to order the AZO. Thanks Again. I hope these work better. I am very frustrated with Burn failures.
mikephoff Posted July 6, 2016 Author Posted July 6, 2016 I used an AZO DVD-R disc to burn and I still got a Power Calibration Error. Is there a way to adjust the power calibration of the drive? The Computer is only 2 years old. I do not think it is the drive. It plays DVD's ok. I 23:05:43 ImgBurn Version 2.5.8.0 started!I 23:05:43 Microsoft Windows 8 Core x64 Edition (6.2, Build 9200)I 23:05:43 Total Physical Memory: 8,268,860 KiB - Available: 4,203,180 KiBI 23:05:43 Initialising SPTI...I 23:05:43 Searching for SCSI / ATAPI devices...I 23:05:45 -> Drive 1 - Info: MATSHITA DVD-RAM UJ8E2 S 1.00 (E:) (SATA)I 23:05:45 Found 1 DVD±RW/RAM!I 23:05:45 Operation Started!I 23:05:45 Building Image Tree...I 23:05:45 Checking Directory Depth...I 23:05:45 Calculating Totals...I 23:05:45 Preparing Image...I 23:05:45 Checking Path Length...I 23:05:45 Contents: 29 Files, 2 FoldersI 23:05:45 Content Type: DVD VideoI 23:05:45 Data Type: MODE1/2048I 23:05:45 File System(s): ISO9660, UDF (1.02)I 23:05:45 Volume Label: WOMAN_IN_GOLDI 23:05:45 IFO/BUP 32K Padding: EnabledI 23:05:45 Region Code: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8I 23:05:45 TV System: NTSCI 23:05:45 Size: 4,508,694,528 bytesI 23:05:45 Sectors: 2,201,511I 23:05:45 Image Size: 4,509,401,088 bytesI 23:05:45 Image Sectors: 2,201,856I 23:05:45 Operation Successfully Completed! - Duration: 00:00:00I 23:05:45 Operation Started!I 23:05:45 Source File: -==/\/[bUILD IMAGE]\/\==-I 23:05:45 Source File Sectors: 2,201,856 (MODE1/2048)I 23:05:45 Source File Size: 4,509,401,088 bytesI 23:05:45 Source File Volume Identifier: WOMAN_IN_GOLDI 23:05:45 Source File Volume Set Identifier: 48E5B8B6002198FDI 23:05:45 Source File Application Identifier: IMGBURN V2.5.8.0 - THE ULTIMATE IMAGE BURNER!I 23:05:45 Source File Implementation Identifier: ImgBurnI 23:05:45 Source File File System(s): ISO9660, UDF (1.02)I 23:05:45 Destination Device: [0:0:0] MATSHITA DVD-RAM UJ8E2 S 1.00 (E:) (SATA)I 23:05:45 Destination Media Type: DVD-R (Disc ID: MCC 03RG20)I 23:05:45 Destination Media Supported Write Speeds: 2x, 8xI 23:05:45 Destination Media Sectors: 2,297,888I 23:05:45 Write Mode: DVDI 23:05:45 Write Type: DAOI 23:05:45 Write Speed: MAXI 23:05:45 Link Size: AutoI 23:05:45 Lock Volume: YesI 23:05:45 Test Mode: NoI 23:05:45 OPC: NoI 23:05:45 BURN-Proof: EnabledI 23:05:45 Write Speed Successfully Set! - Effective: 11,080 KB/s (8x)I 23:05:49 Filling Buffer... (80 MiB)I 23:05:58 Writing LeadIn...W 23:06:22 Failed to Write Sectors 0 - 31 - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (1 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (2 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (3 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (4 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (5 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (6 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (7 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (8 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (9 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (10 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (11 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (12 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (13 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (14 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (15 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (16 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (17 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (18 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (19 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:22 Retrying (20 of 20)...W 23:06:22 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:26 Retrying (21)...W 23:06:26 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:27 Retrying (22)...W 23:06:27 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:27 Retrying (23)...W 23:06:27 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorW 23:06:28 Retrying (24)...W 23:06:28 Retry Failed - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorE 23:06:36 Failed to Write Sectors 0 - 31 - Reason: Power Calibration Area ErrorI 23:06:36 Synchronising Cache...E 23:06:49 Failed to Write Image!E 23:06:52 Operation Failed! - Duration: 00:01:03I 23:06:52 Average Write Rate: N/A - Maximum Write Rate: N/A
dbminter Posted July 6, 2016 Posted July 6, 2016 Well, they're MCC media so you're using quality media. It can't be the media, since you get the same error on CMC and MCC media; it's most likely the drive. It probably needs replacing. If your computer is 2 years old, have you been burning discs for those 2 years? In other words, you got successful burns before in the past but aren't anymore? If you've been burning for 2 years, then you're lucky it's lasted that long. Most drives I've had needed replacing after a year at best. Unfortunately, just because a drive can still play DVD's doesn't mean it hasn't failed in writing. In fact, just because a drive still writes other kinds of media, it can still need replacing. My experience has been that when drives fails to write DVD+R DL at the layer break, they'll still write DVD+-R and RW and CD-R/RW fine. Dual layer media tends to fail first. Near as I know, power calibration errors aren't the result of a power calibration setting you can change. Power calibration is down to the drive. Seems to me if there's a power calibration error, that's a hardware error, if you've ruled out cheap media.
mikephoff Posted July 6, 2016 Author Posted July 6, 2016 I have burned a lot of DVD's in the last 2years. I have gotten successful results until now even with CMC discs. I mostly burn single layer discs. Only a few dual layer. I just burned a CD successfully. The burner is built into my Laptop. I'm not sure if that can be replaced or if I should order and external Burner. I have noticed that new, thinner laptops do not have a DVD drive. When I need a new laptop I will probably need an external DVD burner anyway. I really think a DVD burner should last longer than a year.
dbminter Posted July 6, 2016 Posted July 6, 2016 If you do get an external burner, do not get a slim model. Get a full height drive. Slim drives are mostly junk. Yes, a drive should last longer than a year, but they generally don't. That's the problem with things made to sell for a profit. They're designed to die early so you'll buy another one. I've had a Blu-Ray drive from LiteOn that died after 3 months. However, I've had a good run with my Pioneer Blu-Ray burner. It was a year and a half before I had to replace it and it only needed replacing because sometimes, like 1 out of 10, pressing the Eject button would not eject the tray. Pressing it again would. It still burns fine and I still have it in reserve should I need it.
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