Encrypting data between two ECC stages makes new multi-layer disc data uncorrectable by legacy players, preventing read/write errors.
Dual ECC encoding around encryption blocks legacy drives from misreading new multi-layer discs and protects data integrity.
Alternating magnetic regions with varied Pt/Co ratios and thicknesses ease magnetization reversal while supporting density and thermal stability.
An exchange layer couples storage and surface recording layers, transferring magnetization to resolve signal-to-noise ratio issues in volume recording.
A multilayer optical disc defines predetermined positional relationships between recording layers to enable continuous data writing.
An edge portion flag area indicates pre-recorded synchronization data, reducing finalize processing time while maintaining ROM disc compatibility.
A segmented address format expands recording capacity beyond 16.7 GB while maintaining compatibility with existing hardware.
A dedicated servo layer provides continuous position feedback via distinct tracks carrying predetermined frequency signals.
Management area identification information allows the recording apparatus to recognize embossed pits and omit RF searches, reducing finalize process time.
A formatting method writes dummy data on specific layers of multilayer optical discs to create de-iced areas opposite user data.
Segmenting the data area into zones with interleaved ECC blocks preserves PCA capacity while minimizing interlayer crosstalk in dual-layer discs.