DigitalWorks Authoring Services

Sony DADC DigitalWorks provides creative Compression, Authoring and Digital Asset Management solutions backed by a global network of technology, support and expertise. State of the art facilities are coupled with local and international experience to design and deliver real solutions for your content. Local facilities in Los Angeles and New York are fully integrated with our footprint of global facilities, offering an unparalleled 24/7 service experience.

Sony DADC DigitalWorks offers the following services:         

  • Blu-ray, DVD & UMD Design, Compression & Authoring
  • BD-Live Development, Content Management & Hosting
  • Digital Copy Authoring & DRM Redemption Services
  • Menu & Print Graphic Design
  • DVD/CD-ROM Authoring
  • Digital Archiving and Asset Management
  • Copy Control Technologies (AACD, ARccOS™, SecuROM™, Key2Audio™)
  • CD & DVD Duplication

Sony DADC's DigitalWorks Authoring services can be coupled with other unique technologies offered within Sony DADC (such as eBridge™ enhanced disc technologies, ARccOS™ & SecuROM™ copy control technologies and disc manufacturing services) to offer an end-to-end multimedia solution. Network-enabled services such as BD-Live and eBridge™ can be expanded to take full advantage of sophisticated reporting and analytics tools, providing invaluable end-user data.

Blu-ray & DVD Authoring Services

  • Video encoding to MPEG2, AVC (h.264), VC1, MPEG1, etc.
  • Audio encoding to Dolby Digital AC-3, DTS, DTS HD, Dolby TrueHD etc.
  • Quality Control (each stream checked and full navigational check)
  • Creation of the final cutting master or disc image for replication
  • Reference discs provided for customer review
  • Partnerships with industry leading translation & captioning facilities for seamless and world-class subtitle creation
  • Asset Management: Full QC of all elements upon receipt
Design Development
Sony has built its reputation as a leader in technological design. Let our years of award-winning design experience go to work for you in creating an impressive multimedia presentation.
  • Custom concept generation for disc menus, packaging and added value material
  • Java programming specialists experienced in advanced Blu-ray disc navigation and on/off-disc applications
  • Design execution
  • Custom solutions through timeframe & budget consideration
  • ROM formatting
Some key and unique benefits of Sony's Global Authoring services include:
  • Standardized framework integrated across all global facilities, allowing seamless sharing of programming; visibility of local developments & capabilities on a global level
  • Global R&D team drives technical development independent of day-to-day operations
  • Continued collaboration with player manufacturers; ongoing relationship with Sony PlayStation group and Sony Electronics; participation in compatibility verification and test programs with all player manufacturers; integration with Sony DADC Media Test Center for advanced compatibility testing throughout production process
  • Integration with Sony DADC replication facilities allows further reduction of turnaround times; internal & transparent negotiation of timelines reduces burden on customers and streamlines project delivery
  • Local support, global performance

For more information on these services please contact us:

Christopher Ticknor
Ph. 1-212-833-4648