cd and dvd labels software

[razzel]

I am looking for free software if it is avabile for makeing labels for cd's and dvd's and adding text to the labels. I have xp-sp2. thanks, razzel

[Bruce]

Are you talking for Inside the Lewel Case or to Stick onto the CD?

[razzel]

Stick on or direct printing on to the cd.

[Bruce]

Stick on or direct printing on to the cd.
Stick On Labels you get the Software with the Kit.

For my Jewel Case Labels I use Wordpad.

[razzel]

most of the software that comes with the blank labels are on good or it takes a genius to figure them out. razzel

[BigBarney]

I am looking for free software if it is avabile for makeing labels for cd's and dvd's and adding text to the labels. I have xp-sp2. thanks, razzel
Look here and take your pick...........http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&rls=GGLD,GGLD:2005-02,GGLD:en&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0&ct=result&cd=1&q=dvd+labeling+software+free&spell=1

[RomeoRob]

A Good post, Brian, it just goes to show what is there, if one wishes to look ?

[hal9000]

I am looking for free software if it is avabile for makeing labels for cd's and dvd's and adding text to the labels. I have xp-sp2. thanks, razzel

Apparently CD paper labels are ok, but I've read not on DVD's.

http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/262159

[N5RDC]

CoverXP (http://www.coverxp.com/main.asp) is what I use for jewell cases.
As for the cd's/dvd's themselves I don't use any stick-on labels because so many people have problems with them & the labels aren't cheap.
I have a lightscribe drive, but all the labels I've printed with it leave a lot to be desired. They are very dim & hard to read. Someone once told me that you could print the same label twice, it would be darker, but I have never tried that. I couldn't figure out how the lightscribe software (or hardware) would know where to start printing on the second pass.
So for the disks I use a Sharpie extra fine point pen to write on the disks.
Using a printer capable of printing directly onto printable disks look good, but I'm told the ink darkens considerably over time. I've never had a printer that would do this, but I've noticed that the print tray to hold the disks is optional on at least some models & the printers themselves aren't that easy to find anymore.

[razzel]

I have been useing stick on labels for over 3 years. I used them for cd's and dvd's and have never had any problems with them. I make sure that I get all the bubbles out of the labels. I have a hp and a epson printer that prints directly on to the cd and dvd's. You have to have printable disk to do this. The disk looks like the same as the ones you buy. Once in a while I like to print my own text on to the disk. Thank for all the replys, razzel

[Kassie]

I have been useing stick on labels for over 3 years. I used them for cd's and dvd's and have never had any problems with them. I make sure that I get all the bubbles out of the labels. I have a hp and a epson printer that prints directly on to the cd and dvd's. You have to have printable disk to do this. The disk looks like the same as the ones you buy. Once in a while I like to print my own text on to the disk. Thank for all the replys, razzel


Check this out...

From what I've read, the adhesive on the label contains a solvent, and the solvent seeps through the top layer of the disc and starts dissolving the lamina (the layers), and sooner or later -> no recoverable data.

http://forums.cnet.com/5208-7813_102-0.html?forumID=31&threadID=134552&messageID=1532726

[hrbekroenick]

I have been useing stick on labels for over 3 years. I used them for cd's and dvd's and have never had any problems with them. I make sure that I get all the bubbles out of the labels. I have a hp and a epson printer that prints directly on to the cd and dvd's. You have to have printable disk to do this. The disk looks like the same as the ones you buy. Once in a while I like to print my own text on to the disk. Thank for all the replys, razzel

I like the print on cd/dvd method as well. I had heard the same thing about the adhesive on labels being a bad thing.

I use the Epson RX580 and I love it. I have backed up DVD's and downloaded the artwork from www.cdcovers.cc You are right they look like the real deal. A neat thing to do is look for wallpaper images and put them on DVD's. I made a hockey fight video of Derek Boogaard and used this image on it.

http://www.arenadigest.com/visits/images/xcel_energy_center.jpg

[cbrentner]

I heard the same thing about using markers directly on the disk. That eventually it would render the disk unusable.

Check this out...

From what I've read, the adhesive on the label contains a solvent, and the solvent seeps through the top layer of the disc and starts dissolving the lamina (the layers), and sooner or later -> no recoverable data.

http://forums.cnet.com/5208-7813_102-0.html?forumID=31&threadID=134552&messageID=1532726

[Bruce]

I have read that Labels and Label Makers no longer use those Solvents.

[RomeoRob]

I have been writing on my CD / DVD discs ( I have many Hundreds ) for many years, PLUS putting labels on them ( on occasions, TWO LABELS ) and never have had a faulty one yet ?.
If you are to believe everything that you hear, you may as well give up, NEXT, they will be telling you NOT to put salt on Corn Beef ( I DO ) , HA!!! HA!!! HA!!!

[razzel]

I notice on the last cd-dvd paper labels that I bought it seem like that the paper was a little thiner. I am useing a HP d5160 printer to print directly onto a dvd or cd and it is very easy to use. I also have a epson 300 and r320 but haven't figure out how to use the epson yet. Razzel

[N5RDC]

I heard the same thing about using markers directly on the disk. That eventually it would render the disk unusable.

Some markers may do so, but I have used the "Sharpie" brand markers for several years without a problem & during that time, I've burned thousands of disks - so many that I have 3 bookcases full.

[Gen. D]

I agree with Kassie

Per the link provided, the info is correct as I have lost quite a few disk s from paper labels! As most everyone did, I thought that was the way to make nice labels for all my important disk s. Bad mistake! I have quite a few that have gone bad and locks up the system when attempted to load! Every one that is bad has a paper label!
After I got my Epson stylus PHOTO R300, it prints directly to the writeable cd and dvd s. Haven't had a problem since!
The paper label disk were about 3 years old with some very important photos of family members etc that have since passed away! Thinking they were safe, I trusted the paper labels. Was too late to do anything when I learned what they were doing to the disks..........Direct printing is My only choice now! I have learned my lesson the hard way!

Gen. D

[BigBarney]

I notice on the last cd-dvd paper labels that I bought it seem like that the paper was a little thiner. I am useing a HP d5160 printer to print directly onto a dvd or cd and it is very easy to use. I also have a epson 300 and r320 but haven't figure out how to use the epson yet. Razzel
I use the very same printer to do this and it is excellent!

So why are you asking about free software for paper labels?

[Kassie]

You that have the printers, that prints directly to the writeable cd and dvd s. How expensive are the printer's/ink/and dvd's and cd's you have to use. Also is the ink water proof. Do you have problems with ink smudging? How long does it take the printer to write onto the cd? I'm really interested in getting one of the printers that does the labeling, instead of using paper label's.

[BigBarney]

You that have the printers, that prints directly to the writeable cd and dvd s. How expensive are the printer's/ink/and dvd's and cd's you have to use. Also is the ink water proof. Do you have problems with ink smudging? How long does it take the printer to write onto the cd? I'm really interested in getting one of the printers that does the labeling, instead of using paper label's.
My printer (HP D5160) cost me around £50 just recently.

The cartridges for it are more expensive than my Epson Printer. (The Epson was ink tanks, the HP is new printhead with the cartridge.)

The DVD's and CD's are slightly more expensive but not much.

The ink IS waterproof........No problems with smudging.

It takes about 20 to 30 seconds to print onto the DVD/CD, depending on quality selected and type of picture selected.

I have no regrets about getting my new printer.

[Kassie]

I'm going to check into one of those printers. Thanks for the info.

[razzel]

I have no regrets on my hp d5160. I wisk that I had found it sooner. So far I have made around 500 dvd labels and haven't had any problems. I did start filling my own ink cartridges. It is easy to do and quite a bit cheaper. razzel

[BigBarney]

I have no regrets on my hp d5160. I wisk that I had found it sooner. So far I have made around 500 dvd labels and haven't had any problems. I did start filling my own ink cartridges. It is easy to do and quite a bit cheaper. razzel
Hi Razzel

I was wondering whether refilling would be an option!

I used to do this with my first printer (Lexmark) and it is certainly a cheaper way of renewing cartridges!

Are the HP cartridges not chipped?
Does this mean that the window showing how much ink is left is no longer accurate?

[Gen. D]

Hi to All,

Everyone seems to have a different opinion as to the best way to print on discs.

As in my earlier post, I did have lots of problems with paper labels! Tried several types and thought that they were fine at the time. Now, when I try to access any data from some of these earlier disc, I am getting nothing but sometimes a total lockup of the system!
Since I started direct printing, not one disc has shown any signs of problems. As far as the time to print, my Epson r300 printer is fairly fast, maybe 30 to 40 seconds. Haven't timed it but this is approx.
The ink, I use bulk ink that is recommended for this printer. PrintOnAdime has it for (at last order in qty of all 6 colors, 8 oz bottles) $60.00 set. + shipping.
I also find that the CISS unit saves lots of money, time, mess, etc! Once the initial steup expense is done, cost of operation is very small.
Haven't had any problem with prints fading with this ink. Tried several paper types (after drying overnight) in water. None smudged, Plain paper , yes, it will smudge as it has no coating to lock in the ink. For general use, My setup is more than adequate for prints for albums, cd/dvd s etc.
As with most everything, your results may or may not be same as mine.
Good luck in any solution you try.

Gen. D

[JohnF]

I heard the same thing about using markers directly on the disk. That eventually it would render the disk unusable.

Get Acid free makers.
http://www.sharpie.com/enUS/SiteSearch/default.html?searchTerm=marker%20on%20dvds%20are%2 0they
%20safe

Is the Sharpie marker safe for writing on CD's? Sanford has used Sharpie markers on CDs for years and we have never experienced a problem. We do not believe that the Sharpie ink can affect these CDs, however we have not performed any long-term laboratory ...

http://www.sharpie.com/enUS/SiteSearch/default.html?search
Term=marker%20on%20dvds%20are%20they%20safe&filterBy=FAQ

[razzel]

I bought a refill kit off of ebay. I payed $28.00 for it. One thing I like about it is, when you run out of one color all you have to do is fill the color you run out of. If you take it to one of the refilling places (Wallgreens) and get it filled it doesn't seem to fill up all three color chambers. I have filled mine cartridges and not lost a drop of ink and it is quick. razzel

[N5RDC]

Get Acid free makers.
http://www.sharpie.com/enUS/SiteSearch/default.html?searchTerm=marker%20on%20dvds%20are%2 0they
%20safe

Is the Sharpie marker safe for writing on CD's? Sanford has used Sharpie markers on CDs for years and we have never experienced a problem. We do not believe that the Sharpie ink can affect these CDs, however we have not performed any long-term laboratory ...

http://www.sharpie.com/enUS/SiteSearch/default.html?search
Term=marker%20on%20dvds%20are%20they%20safe&filterBy=FAQ

I've used Sharpie pens for writing on cd's & dvd's for about 10 years without a problem.

[Paul_D]

Burnt CDs with stick-on labels won't play in my car CD player.

[BigBarney]

Burnt CDs with stick-on labels won't play in my car CD player.
I find the same problem with a small LCD TV we have in the kitchen.
It has a built in DVD/CD player and disks with stuck on labels actually get stuck in the slot!