DVD Labels --- What to use?

Rogueone wrote on 3/10/2004, 6:55 AM
I happened to notice a brief warning about 'presser' type labels for DVDs. The alternative was said to be Myler, and it's got me confused. What is the best method for labeling DVDs? I use CD Stomper, which so far has seemed to work. But is that considered a 'presser'? And what is a myler and how do you use it?

Cheers,
Rogue One

Comments

ScottW wrote on 3/10/2004, 8:25 AM
IIRC, Mylar refers to the type of printer ribbon used - it's a thermal process. I used to have a paper printer that used mylar ribbons - very good quality printing.

The problem with press on labels is that they just don't have that professional look, and they have a tendency to bubble in high humidity - once the label bubbles, the DVD is unplayable and the label generally can't be removed without damaging the DVD. I've also seen concerns about the extra weight that the paper label creates (though I've no idea if this is a valid concern or not).

As thermal printers are fairly expensive, a lot of people use Ink Jet printers. There are a couple of different ones made by Epson that will print on a DVD - the most recent release being the R800. The most common complaint with ink jet is that if you get water on the printing, it smears - I've seen reports of people using various spray-on coatings to protect the ink.



jetdv wrote on 3/10/2004, 8:47 AM
Just buy printable surface DVDs and a CD/DVD printer.
pjb2222 wrote on 3/10/2004, 1:55 PM
Canon i865 produces superb quality prints on printable DVDs.
Rogueone wrote on 3/10/2004, 6:31 PM
Are printable DVDs more expensive than regular DVDs? I expect those printers mentioned aren't cheap.
jetdv wrote on 3/10/2004, 7:26 PM
The printers can be had for less than $200.

The printable surface DVDs are slightly more expensive.
LarryinTN wrote on 3/10/2004, 7:27 PM
You can get CD/DVD printers for under $200. I heard that one is now under $100.

The blanks are not expensive. I just bought 25 Ritek DVD-R printable blanks for about $25. They are a little cheaper in larger quantities. Check mertiline for current prices. I've also had very good luck with the Ritek blanks, less luck with other brands.
Rogueone wrote on 3/11/2004, 8:59 AM
I've heard good things about the Ritek media, however my burner is a + only. Does Ritek make + media? I've been thinking about a dual-format burner, so that I could use the Ritek stuff.
ScottW wrote on 3/11/2004, 12:35 PM
Yes, Ritek makes +R media. www.meritline.com carries a wide supply of media.
stephano320 wrote on 3/11/2004, 7:41 PM
I have a Pioneer AO-5. The only times I've had problems with it were with Princo and Ritek media. Yes, I'm using the latest firmware.
richard-courtney wrote on 3/12/2004, 6:09 PM
I am with most... use inkjet printables. Also www.rima.com has Ritek.

I have used core labels (inner ring doughnut labels) on commercial
disks. "Property of RCourtney" Because the center positioning device
in the drive "clamps down" on the label, it is the only one I trust.

My wife has silk screen printing experience but you must be really
dedicated to print on these. It is an experience in itself!