The previous Pioneer model, the DVR 110D was only DVD-RAM read enabled and at a maximum speed of 2X. The latest model, the 110 is an upgrade to that, being able to read and write DVD-RAM media at the max speed of 5X. Maxell announced on 26th of May, 2004, the release of 5X DVD-RAM media. DVD-RAM media is the most appropriate media for large file storage and recovery, since it combines an error correction system and BCM (Bismuth Coupling Material) recording layer technology, which improves signal to noise ratio for higher reliability during high-speed recording.

As Maxell stated: "DVD-RAM is an advanced recording media format that offers a range of digital data applications. Its phase-change recording material allows discs to be re-recordable and erasable, and a superior defect management system ensures accurate recording and playback. DVD-RAM allows instant, random access to any location on the disc for fast and easy data reading and writing. Because DVD-RAM supports fast formatting and no finalizing, it is an extremely easy-to-use media. And with DVD-RAM, changes can be made directly on the disc without the need to transfer data to a hard drive first, speeding up the editing tasks..."

- Burning Tests

Using NeroCDSpeed, we got the following graph:

The drive started writing at 4.93X using the CLV technology. It reached 4.89X max writing speed, reporting an average burning speed of 4.81X. The task was completed in 11:37mins.

Using the latest Nero version, we burned our usual Single Layer DVD compilation.

The writing procedure ended after 31:49mins. Normally, the time needed would be 12mins, but the "Write and Verify" strategy used when writing DVD-RAM media extended the writing time by 18mins.