How do you update the firmware to take more than 2X dvd-rw disc

Below is a list of discs that should or should not be used with the DVD recorders.
DVD-R
4x can be used
8x will result in a disc error.
DVD-RW
2x can be used
4x will result in a disc error.
The following discs have been tested and are proven to be compatible with our DVD recorders.
MEMOREX DVD-R
FUJIFILM DVD-R
FUJIFILM DVD-RW
IMATION DVD-RW
IMATION DVD-R 2.0
TDK DVD-RW 2X
TDK DVD-R 2X
The following are brands of discs we DO NOT recommend:
MEMOREX DVD-RW
SONY DVD-RW
SONY DVD-R
TDK DVD-RW 4x
TDK DVD-R 4x

Please be aware that a free software upgrade is now available to customers. This upgrade will enable your unit to recognize the (DVD-R 8x) discs. To obtain a copy, please call 1-800-242-7158. Customer service by phone is available 7 days a week 6:00am to 9:00pm pacific time.

In order to receive the upgrade we need to know what firmware version your unit requires. First you need to access the DVD recorders service mode. Turn on the DVD Recorder and the Television, make sure the unit is on the DVD side. You may access the service mode by pressing the CMSKIP button on the remote control. Once you press CMSKIP you must press the numbers 1,2,3. You must do this quickly so it may take a couple tries. The model name will appear on the screen followed by Firmware Version. I need to know the serial number next to FE:
Press the RETURN button to exit screen.


Brian W.
Customer Support
Funai Corporation
19900 Van Ness Avenue
Torrance, CA 90501
1-800-256-2487 Customer Support
1-310-320-0571 fax

The LG G20 DVD Rewriter is an advanced external burner that supports 'editable' Rewritable DVD+RW disk.
As a generic comment, not all writable/rewritable media are made equal and problem with branded & unbranded disks are not uncommon, so stick to brands that work for you for your specific unit!
The following is the advertised support for your unit, hope it helps:
Reading Rate DVD-R/-RW/-ROM 16x/13x/16x/16xSL/12xDL max. DVD-RAM 2x, 3x-5x, 6x-12x DVD-Video (CSS) 4,8x max. (Single/Dual Layer) DVD+R/+RW 16x/13x max./ 12xDL max. CD-R/RW/ROM 48x/40x/48x max. CD-DA (DAE) 40x max. Burning Speed DVD-R 2x, 4x CLV, 8xZCLV, 16x PCAV, 20X CAV DVD-RW 1x, 2x, 4x, 6x CLV DVD-RAM 2x, 3x ZCLV, 3x - 5x PCAV, 12x PCAV DVD+R 2.4x, 4x, 8x, 12x, 16x PCAV, 20X CAV DVD+R Double Layer 2.4x, 4x, 10x, 12x ZCLV DVD-R Dual Layer 2x, 4x, 6x CLV, 10x, 12x ZCLV DVD+RW 2.4x, 4x, 6x, 8x ZCLV CD-R 4x, 8x CLV, 16x, 24x, 32x, 40x, 48x ZCLV CD-RW 4x, 8x, 10x CLV, 16x CLV, 24x, 32x ZCLV

yes, i just spoke to cs today. For about $20 the are sending me an upgrade to play up to 8x dvd

First thing to try would be a different brand of disc, there is never any guarantee with which brand of disc working with any specific DVD writer.

If you have tried different brands of disc and the DVD +R still does not work, I would reccomend visiting the manufacturer's website and downloading a firmware update for you specific DVD drive.

Note: Be very careful updating the firmware on the DVD drive, if the wrong firmware is used - or the firmware process not done correctly you can damage your DVD drive.

Refer to your user manual for error codes and troubleshooting tips.

If you cant find the error code then please kindly forward the following:

Disk Type:
Recording Device:
Hardeware Specifications:

Dunno. Do you have the latest firmware?

2f8 released August 24, 2008 is the latest version

=> http://www.findmysoft.com/drivers/Nec-ND-2510A-2f8-firmware-driver.html

I have the same problem. Has anyone found a solution? I have an HP Notebook dv6700 with a Pioneer DVDRW [DVR-K17B ATA Device]. For the past few months I haven't been able to burn anything to disc. I can't find any firmware updates online. I'm not sure if I need to buy a new drive?

Thank you in advance for any feedback.

Unfortunately without a firmware upgrade the only disks you can use are DVD-R or DVD-RW. The tricky part is that you can ONLY USE 2X speed. Per my conversation with Sylvania there is a firmware update that will allow you to use up to 8x disks, but they are charging $17.00 for it.

Make sure the discs you are using are the same as the ones listed as compatible in the manual:

• DVD-RW ver. 1.1 / 1x / 1x to 2x, ver. 1.2 /
2x to 4x / 2x to 6x
• DVD-R ver. 2.0 /1x / 1x to 4x /
1x to 8x / 1x to 16x, ver. 2.1 / 1x to 8x / 1x
to 16x
• DVD+RW 1x to 2.4x / 1x to 4x / 3.3x to 8x
• DVD+R 1x to 2.4x / 1x to 4x / 1x to 8x / 1x
to 16x
• DVD-RAM ver. 2.0 / 2x, ver. 2.1 / 2x / 2x to
3x / 2x to 5x, ver. 2.2 / 2x / 2x to 3x / 2x to 5x
• DVD-R DL ver. 3.0 / 2x to 4x
• DVD+R DL 2.4x / 2.4x to 8x

Any brand can be used.

The problem is likely that you are using 8x/2x media. Though the booklet does not say it, the burner does not support anything above 4x for DVD-R and 1x for DVD-RW. Calling their tech support can (possibly) get an update for this problem. Otherwise, the burner cannot use anything but outdated media.