BDR-S13EBK

A BETTER MUSIC EXPERIENCE WITH PUREREAD 4+ FEATURING UNIQUE ALGORITHMS

When read errors caused by scratches or fingerprints occur when importing (ripping) audio CDs, using this function allows for automatic detection of the disc state, adjustment of the read method using an original algorithm, and then re-reading of the disc. This minimizes error data interpolation.

RealTime PureRead plays back audio CDs with their original sound data. This product features RealTime PureRead, which utilizes the PureRead 4+ algorithm to minimize the occurrence of error data interpolation when importing (ripping) audio CDs, and also during playback. This provides real-time reduction of the incidence of error data interpolation due to dirt and scratches on the surface of the disc, allowing playback of audio CDs with the original sound data.
*Not all discs or all portions of discs may be playable if they are too damaged.

COMPATIBLE WITH HIGH SPEED M-DISC FOR LONG TERM DATA ARCHIVING

This product is compatible with M-DISC optical media for archiving, developed by US-based Millenniata Inc. It now also supports 6x writing on M-DISC (BD) SL and M-DISC (DVD).

HIGH QUALITY FRONT DESIGN

The simple design of smoked acrylic with a hairline finish from which blue light seems to emerge is accented with metallic lines, for an appearance that projects superior quality. 

UNIQUE HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION AND COOLING STRUCTURE

This product features a unique honeycomb structure that increases the rigidity of the housing and minimizes unnecessary vibration. It also commutes airflow generated within the housing by the rotation of the disc, circulating it effectively to alleviate the temperature increase in the pickup and disc surface that occurs when the disc is rotated for extended periods or at high speed.

CUSTOM ECO FUNCTION HELPS REDUCE THE DRIVE’S POWER CONSUMPTION

If the drive does not receive any commands (instructions for operation) from the PC for a specified period, this function will reduce the drive’s power consumption, such as by stopping the disc from rotating or reducing the disc rotation speed. Shortening this specified period will make the drive enter the power saving mode earlier.
*This function can be used if the Drive Utility is downloaded and installed.

16x¹  BD-R Writing and BDXL™ Support

Up to 16x¹  writing on BD-R SL discs, 14x on BD-R DL discs, and 8x writing on BD-R TL discs and BDXL support （BD-R XL：Triple Layer 100GB、BD-R XL：Quadruple Layer 128GB、BD-RE XL：Triple Layer 100GB).

EQUIPPED WITH PIONEER’S OPTIMAL WRITE STRATEGY PREDICTION ALGORITHM, WHICH PROVIDES STABLE WRITING EVEN ON DISCS FOR WHICH THE DRIVE DOES NOT HAVE A SET WRITE STRATEGY

The drive automatically predicts the optimal write strategy even on discs for which the drive does not have a set write strategy. The function provides more stable writing.
*XL media (TL / QL) is not supported. Additionally, for some discs it may not be possible to obtain satisfactory writing quality.
*A write strategy is a set of parameters that enables an optical disc drive to write on a specific type of blank media according to its optimum specifications.

EASY SETTING FUNCTION WITH DRIVE UTILITY

Equipped with an Easy Setting function to allow you to set one of four modes according to the intended use.
・Entertainment Mode is suitable for enjoying movies and music. It enhances quietness and makes the tray open quietly when playing back BD/DVD or music CDs.
・High-performance Mode, which emphasizes reading and writing speed
・Quality Mode, which emphasizes reading and writing quality
・Eco Mode, which reduces maximum power consumption
*This function can be used if the Drive Utility is downloaded and installed

PEAK POWER REDUCER

This power saving mode enables the drive to suppress power consumption at peak operation. It keeps stable operation in case of drop in power supply.

DISC RESONANCE STABILIZER IMPROVES WRITING ACCURACY

Disc Resonance Stabilizer utilizes airflow from disc rotation to reduce disc vibration and increase writing accuracy. High speed disc rotation causes disc warping due to resonant vibration. This results in unstable writing quality, especially in the outer areas. The Disc Resonance Stabilizer, designed projection on the top chassis, reduces such errors. By narrowing the interspace between the disc and the top panel, the air flow caused by the high rotation presses and prevents the disc from warping, thereby reducing reading and writing errors. With this feature, stable operation is maintained by handling the three patterns of disc resonant vibration that occur during operation.

HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND DAMPENING, DUST RESISTING, AND HEAT DISSIPATING MECHANISMS

This product is built with Pioneer’s own honeycomb pattern, used in audio component products and the silence tray. Noise is reduced by controlling the air currents created by the spinning disc. This also controls local temperature rises in the pick-up and disc surface that occur during high-speed or extended disc rotation.

Furthermore, the position of the dust-resisting and sound-dampening pad has been adjusted to boost the air-tightness of the dedicated front bezel and help create a quiet product. Pioneer’s multifaceted noise-reduction design makes quiet and durable operation possible.

IMPROVED BELT FOR MORE STABLE TRAY LOADING OPERATION

The belt used for the tray loading part has been improved to reduce the effect of dust and dirt on the tray loading operation. In our test, resistance to the impact of dust and dirt on tray loading is about 1.8 times that of the previous model.

ULTRA HD BLU-RAY COMPATIBLE, WITH PLAYBACK SOFTWARE INCLUDED

Ultra HD Blu-ray offers 4K resolution as well as richer colour tones, for more realistic images.

*Playback of Ultra HD Blu-ray requires a CPU that supports Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) technology. Intel SGX has been removed from Intel 11th generation and newer CPUs, and support for SGX may be removed on new versions of Intel drivers or utility programs such as Intel SGX and Intel Management Engine drivers and firmware in the future. Such changes could cause these platforms to lose support for Ultra HD Blu-ray movie disc playback.

For information on other PC environment requirements, download the Ultra HD Blu-ray Advisor Tool to your PC, and check.

https://pioneer.jp/device_e/product-e/ibs/eula.php

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

Quick start guide (including application product key)

WINDOWS SOFTWARE CYBERLINK MEDIA SUITE 10* 

Available for download free of charge.
Download the application software from the website at CYBERLINK MEDIA SUITE

Requires application download key (product key), provided with product purchase.

*These are bundled software versions. The specifications, functions and version numbers differ for the software when offered on a stand-alone basis.
*Regarding bundled software, direct inquiries to the following software manufacturers.

CyberLink Support Center: CyberLink Support Page

The included CyberLink Media Suite 10 may not be able to be installed on Windows 11 version 2022 Update (version 22H2)
Please refer to the following page from CyberLink for details. CyberLink Support Page

Please download the Drive Utility from the Pioneer website. CyberLink Drive Utility

DRIVES DIMENSIONS

148 mm(W)×42.3 mm(H)×181 mm(D)
Please confirm the dimensions of the insertion slot in the PC before purchasing.
The dimensions of the insertion slot in the PC may not match standard tray panel dimensions , meaning that installing this drive may not be possible.

REGION CODES

The region code for the drive can be set only five times (including the initial setting). The region code selected with the fifth setting will be locked as the final region code. Accordingly, take care when changing this code. DVD discs that do not have a region code set can be played on players with any region code setting.

BDR-S13EBK Quick Start Guide

BDR-S13EBK Owners Manual