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gem-squad_v2-train-105700
5a5671d26349e2001acdcd59
Compact_disc
Compact Disc (CD) is a digital optical disc data storage format. The format was originally developed to store and play only sound recordings but was later adapted for storage of data (CD-ROM). Several other formats were further derived from these, including write-once audio and data storage (CD-R), rewritable media (CD...
Who created the CD?
Who created the CD?
[ "Who created the CD?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105701
5a5671d26349e2001acdcd5a
Compact_disc
Compact Disc (CD) is a digital optical disc data storage format. The format was originally developed to store and play only sound recordings but was later adapted for storage of data (CD-ROM). Several other formats were further derived from these, including write-once audio and data storage (CD-R), rewritable media (CD...
What does CD-i stand for?
What does CD-i stand for?
[ "What does CD-i stand for?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105702
572ec816c246551400ce4656
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
In what year were digital and physical music sales the same?
In what year were digital and physical music sales the same?
[ "In what year were digital and physical music sales the same?" ]
{ "text": [ "2014" ], "answer_start": [ 409 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105703
572ec816c246551400ce4657
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
How many CDs had been distrubuted worldwide by 2007?
How many CDs had been distrubuted worldwide by 2007?
[ "How many CDs had been distrubuted worldwide by 2007?" ]
{ "text": [ "200 billion" ], "answer_start": [ 98 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105704
572ec816c246551400ce4658
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
What percent decrease did audio CD sales experience?
What percent decrease did audio CD sales experience?
[ "What percent decrease did audio CD sales experience?" ]
{ "text": [ "50%" ], "answer_start": [ 300 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105705
572f6096b2c2fd140056808c
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
How many CDs had been distrubuted around the world by 2007?
How many CDs had been distrubuted around the world by 2007?
[ "How many CDs had been distrubuted around the world by 2007?" ]
{ "text": [ "200 billion" ], "answer_start": [ 98 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105706
572f6096b2c2fd140056808d
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
In 2004 how many CDs had been sold around the world?
In 2004 how many CDs had been sold around the world?
[ "In 2004 how many CDs had been sold around the world?" ]
{ "text": [ "30 billion" ], "answer_start": [ 71 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105707
5a5672ad6349e2001acdcd68
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
What year did digital media begin to replace CDs?
What year did digital media begin to replace CDs?
[ "What year did digital media begin to replace CDs?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105708
5a5672ad6349e2001acdcd69
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
How many CDs had been sold in the US by 2007?
How many CDs had been sold in the US by 2007?
[ "How many CDs had been sold in the US by 2007?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105709
5a5672ad6349e2001acdcd6a
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
In what year did CD sales peak?
In what year did CD sales peak?
[ "In what year did CD sales peak?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105710
5a5672ad6349e2001acdcd6b
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
Why are CD sales doing better than digital storage services?
Why are CD sales doing better than digital storage services?
[ "Why are CD sales doing better than digital storage services?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105711
5a5672ad6349e2001acdcd6c
Compact_disc
In 2004, worldwide sales of audio CDs, CD-ROMs and CD-Rs reached about 30 billion discs. By 2007, 200 billion CDs had been sold worldwide. CDs are increasingly being replaced by other forms of digital storage and distribution, with the result that audio CD sales rates in the U.S. have dropped about 50% from their peak;...
How have CD sales changed internationally?
How have CD sales changed internationally?
[ "How have CD sales changed internationally?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105712
572ec92bdfa6aa1500f8d3b5
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
Who created Compact Disc prototypes in the 1970s?
Who created Compact Disc prototypes in the 1970s?
[ "Who created Compact Disc prototypes in the 1970s?" ]
{ "text": [ "Philips and Sony" ], "answer_start": [ 213 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105713
572ec92bdfa6aa1500f8d3b6
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
How lond did the creation of Red Book CD-DA standard take?
How lond did the creation of Red Book CD-DA standard take?
[ "How lond did the creation of Red Book CD-DA standard take?" ]
{ "text": [ "a year" ], "answer_start": [ 370 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105714
572ec92bdfa6aa1500f8d3b8
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
How many CD players were sold in the United States in their first year?
How many CD players were sold in the United States in their first year?
[ "How many CD players were sold in the United States in their first year?" ]
{ "text": [ "400,000" ], "answer_start": [ 594 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105715
572f6c84b2c2fd1400568101
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
What did the CD evolve from?
What did the CD evolve from?
[ "What did the CD evolve from?" ]
{ "text": [ "LaserDisc" ], "answer_start": [ 36 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105716
572f6c84b2c2fd1400568102
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
What made it possible for CDs to be played on any companies CD player?
What made it possible for CDs to be played on any companies CD player?
[ "What made it possible for CDs to be played on any companies CD player?" ]
{ "text": [ "unified design" ], "answer_start": [ 831 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105717
572f6c84b2c2fd1400568103
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
To what does the compact disc owe its prosperity?
To what does the compact disc owe its prosperity?
[ "To what does the compact disc owe its prosperity?" ]
{ "text": [ "cooperation between Philips and Sony" ], "answer_start": [ 724 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105718
572f6c84b2c2fd1400568104
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
What year did CD players become available for purchase?
What year did CD players become available for purchase?
[ "What year did CD players become available for purchase?" ]
{ "text": [ "1982" ], "answer_start": [ 497 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105719
5a5673a56349e2001acdcd72
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
Which company created the CD first?
Which company created the CD first?
[ "Which company created the CD first?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105720
5a5673a56349e2001acdcd73
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
How many CD players sold in 1984?
How many CD players sold in 1984?
[ "How many CD players sold in 1984?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105721
5a5673a56349e2001acdcd74
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
What year was the LaserDisc created?
What year was the LaserDisc created?
[ "What year was the LaserDisc created?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105722
5a5673a56349e2001acdcd75
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
How long was the Red Book CD-DA in print?
How long was the Red Book CD-DA in print?
[ "How long was the Red Book CD-DA in print?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105723
5a5673a56349e2001acdcd76
Compact_disc
The Compact Disc is an evolution of LaserDisc technology, where a focused laser beam is used that enables the high information density required for high-quality digital audio signals. Prototypes were developed by Philips and Sony independently in the late 1970s. In 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of en...
How were customers disadvantaged by the Philips and Sony merger?
How were customers disadvantaged by the Philips and Sony merger?
[ "How were customers disadvantaged by the Philips and Sony merger?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105724
572ecc7bdfa6aa1500f8d3d3
Compact_disc
In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, two Philips research engineers...
In what year did Philips institute a laboratory to create a digital audio disc?
In what year did Philips institute a laboratory to create a digital audio disc?
[ "In what year did Philips institute a laboratory to create a digital audio disc?" ]
{ "text": [ "1977" ], "answer_start": [ 368 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105725
572ecc7bdfa6aa1500f8d3d4
Compact_disc
In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, two Philips research engineers...
What was the proposed diameter for the original compact disc?
What was the proposed diameter for the original compact disc?
[ "What was the proposed diameter for the original compact disc?" ]
{ "text": [ "11.5 cm" ], "answer_start": [ 523 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105726
572ecc7bdfa6aa1500f8d3d5
Compact_disc
In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, two Philips research engineers...
What year did Philips propse the idea of a digital audio format?
What year did Philips propse the idea of a digital audio format?
[ "What year did Philips propse the idea of a digital audio format?" ]
{ "text": [ "1974" ], "answer_start": [ 359 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105727
572ecc7bdfa6aa1500f8d3d6
Compact_disc
In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, two Philips research engineers...
Who was the director of the Philips audio division in 1974?
Who was the director of the Philips audio division in 1974?
[ "Who was the director of the Philips audio division in 1974?" ]
{ "text": [ "L. Ottens" ], "answer_start": [ 9 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105728
5a56743b6349e2001acdcd82
Compact_disc
In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, two Philips research engineers...
What Philips engineer recommended a digital format?
What Philips engineer recommended a digital format?
[ "What Philips engineer recommended a digital format?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105729
5a56743b6349e2001acdcd83
Compact_disc
In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, two Philips research engineers...
What was the 20cm diameter based on?
What was the 20cm diameter based on?
[ "What was the 20cm diameter based on?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105730
5a56743b6349e2001acdcd84
Compact_disc
In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, two Philips research engineers...
What year was the digital audio disc released?
What year was the digital audio disc released?
[ "What year was the digital audio disc released?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105731
5a56743b6349e2001acdcd85
Compact_disc
In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, two Philips research engineers...
How many engineer recommended the 11.5 cm diameter?
How many engineer recommended the 11.5 cm diameter?
[ "How many engineer recommended the 11.5 cm diameter?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105732
5a56743b6349e2001acdcd86
Compact_disc
In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, two Philips research engineers...
Who was the director of Philips by 1977?
Who was the director of Philips by 1977?
[ "Who was the director of Philips by 1977?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105733
572ecf7acb0c0d14000f15c8
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
Where was the 62nd AES Convention held?
Where was the 62nd AES Convention held?
[ "Where was the 62nd AES Convention held?" ]
{ "text": [ "Brussels" ], "answer_start": [ 1069 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105734
572ecf7bcb0c0d14000f15c9
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
Who was the general manger of Sony's audio department in 1971?
Who was the general manger of Sony's audio department in 1971?
[ "Who was the general manger of Sony's audio department in 1971?" ]
{ "text": [ "Heitaro Nakajima" ], "answer_start": [ 0 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105735
572ecf7bcb0c0d14000f15ca
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
What year did Sony first exhibit the use of an optical digital audio disc?
What year did Sony first exhibit the use of an optical digital audio disc?
[ "What year did Sony first exhibit the use of an optical digital audio disc?" ]
{ "text": [ "1976" ], "answer_start": [ 460 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105736
572ecf7bcb0c0d14000f15cc
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
Where was the Philips Introduce Compact disc conference held?
Where was the Philips Introduce Compact disc conference held?
[ "Where was the Philips Introduce Compact disc conference held?" ]
{ "text": [ "Eindhoven, Netherlands" ], "answer_start": [ 1303 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105737
572f62b404bcaa1900d768b5
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
What did Nakajima's team use to create a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder?
What did Nakajima's team use to create a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder?
[ "What did Nakajima's team use to create a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder?" ]
{ "text": [ "Betamax video recorder" ], "answer_start": [ 262 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105738
572f62b404bcaa1900d768b9
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
When did Sony release it's AES technical paper?
When did Sony release it's AES technical paper?
[ "When did Sony release it's AES technical paper?" ]
{ "text": [ "1 March 1979" ], "answer_start": [ 1123 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105739
5a5676156349e2001acdcd8c
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
What Japanese city is NHK located in?
What Japanese city is NHK located in?
[ "What Japanese city is NHK located in?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105740
5a5676156349e2001acdcd8d
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
Who was Sony's general manager in 1970?
Who was Sony's general manager in 1970?
[ "Who was Sony's general manager in 1970?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105741
5a5676156349e2001acdcd8e
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
When was the Betamax video recorder created?
When was the Betamax video recorder created?
[ "When was the Betamax video recorder created?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105742
5a5676156349e2001acdcd8f
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
How many minutes could Sony's 1976 optical digital disk play?
How many minutes could Sony's 1976 optical digital disk play?
[ "How many minutes could Sony's 1976 optical digital disk play?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105743
5a5676156349e2001acdcd90
Compact_disc
Heitaro Nakajima, who developed an early digital audio recorder within Japan's national public broadcasting organization NHK in 1970, became general manager of Sony's audio department in 1971. His team developed a digital PCM adaptor audio tape recorder using a Betamax video recorder in 1973. After this, in 1974 the le...
What was the sampling rate of Philips' 1979 optical digital dic?
What was the sampling rate of Philips' 1979 optical digital dic?
[ "What was the sampling rate of Philips' 1979 optical digital dic?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105744
572ed1a3dfa6aa1500f8d401
Compact_disc
As a result, in 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of engineers to design a new digital audio disc. Led by engineers Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi, the research pushed forward laser and optical disc technology. After a year of experimentation and discussion, the task force produced the Red Book...
In what year did Sony and Philips band together to design a new digital audio disc?
In what year did Sony and Philips band together to design a new digital audio disc?
[ "In what year did Sony and Philips band together to design a new digital audio disc?" ]
{ "text": [ "1979" ], "answer_start": [ 16 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105745
572ed1a3dfa6aa1500f8d402
Compact_disc
As a result, in 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of engineers to design a new digital audio disc. Led by engineers Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi, the research pushed forward laser and optical disc technology. After a year of experimentation and discussion, the task force produced the Red Book...
What year was the Red Book CD-DA standard released?
What year was the Red Book CD-DA standard released?
[ "What year was the Red Book CD-DA standard released?" ]
{ "text": [ "1980" ], "answer_start": [ 356 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105746
572ed1a3dfa6aa1500f8d403
Compact_disc
As a result, in 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of engineers to design a new digital audio disc. Led by engineers Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi, the research pushed forward laser and optical disc technology. After a year of experimentation and discussion, the task force produced the Red Book...
When did the IEC isntigate the Red Book CD-DA as an international standard?
When did the IEC isntigate the Red Book CD-DA as an international standard?
[ "When did the IEC isntigate the Red Book CD-DA as an international standard?" ]
{ "text": [ "1987" ], "answer_start": [ 439 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105747
572ed1a3dfa6aa1500f8d404
Compact_disc
As a result, in 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of engineers to design a new digital audio disc. Led by engineers Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi, the research pushed forward laser and optical disc technology. After a year of experimentation and discussion, the task force produced the Red Book...
Who headed the 1979 Sony and Philips digital audio disc task force?
Who headed the 1979 Sony and Philips digital audio disc task force?
[ "Who headed the 1979 Sony and Philips digital audio disc task force?" ]
{ "text": [ "Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi" ], "answer_start": [ 131 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105748
5a5678176349e2001acdcd96
Compact_disc
As a result, in 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of engineers to design a new digital audio disc. Led by engineers Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi, the research pushed forward laser and optical disc technology. After a year of experimentation and discussion, the task force produced the Red Book...
Which company did Kees Schouhamer Immink work for?
Which company did Kees Schouhamer Immink work for?
[ "Which company did Kees Schouhamer Immink work for?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105749
5a5678176349e2001acdcd97
Compact_disc
As a result, in 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of engineers to design a new digital audio disc. Led by engineers Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi, the research pushed forward laser and optical disc technology. After a year of experimentation and discussion, the task force produced the Red Book...
What did the team create five years after joining?
What did the team create five years after joining?
[ "What did the team create five years after joining?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105750
5a5678176349e2001acdcd98
Compact_disc
As a result, in 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of engineers to design a new digital audio disc. Led by engineers Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi, the research pushed forward laser and optical disc technology. After a year of experimentation and discussion, the task force produced the Red Book...
What does IEC stand for?
What does IEC stand for?
[ "What does IEC stand for?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105751
5a5678176349e2001acdcd99
Compact_disc
As a result, in 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of engineers to design a new digital audio disc. Led by engineers Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi, the research pushed forward laser and optical disc technology. After a year of experimentation and discussion, the task force produced the Red Book...
Who wrote the amendments in 1996?
Who wrote the amendments in 1996?
[ "Who wrote the amendments in 1996?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105752
5a5678176349e2001acdcd9a
Compact_disc
As a result, in 1979, Sony and Philips set up a joint task force of engineers to design a new digital audio disc. Led by engineers Kees Schouhamer Immink and Toshitada Doi, the research pushed forward laser and optical disc technology. After a year of experimentation and discussion, the task force produced the Red Book...
What did CD-DA stand for?
What did CD-DA stand for?
[ "What did CD-DA stand for?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105753
572ed426dfa6aa1500f8d41b
Compact_disc
The Japanese launch was followed in March 1983 by the introduction of CD players and discs to Europe and North America (where CBS Records released sixteen titles). This event is often seen as the "Big Bang" of the digital audio revolution. The new audio disc was enthusiastically received, especially in the early-adopti...
Who first sold a million copies on CD?
Who first sold a million copies on CD?
[ "Who first sold a million copies on CD?" ]
{ "text": [ "Dire Straits" ], "answer_start": [ 645 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105754
572ed426dfa6aa1500f8d41c
Compact_disc
The Japanese launch was followed in March 1983 by the introduction of CD players and discs to Europe and North America (where CBS Records released sixteen titles). This event is often seen as the "Big Bang" of the digital audio revolution. The new audio disc was enthusiastically received, especially in the early-adopti...
Which artist was the first to have their full catalogue converted to CD?
Which artist was the first to have their full catalogue converted to CD?
[ "Which artist was the first to have their full catalogue converted to CD?" ]
{ "text": [ "David Bowie" ], "answer_start": [ 771 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105755
572ed426dfa6aa1500f8d41d
Compact_disc
The Japanese launch was followed in March 1983 by the introduction of CD players and discs to Europe and North America (where CBS Records released sixteen titles). This event is often seen as the "Big Bang" of the digital audio revolution. The new audio disc was enthusiastically received, especially in the early-adopti...
What year was the Dire Straits album Brothers in Arms released?
What year was the Dire Straits album Brothers in Arms released?
[ "What year was the Dire Straits album Brothers in Arms released?" ]
{ "text": [ "1985" ], "answer_start": [ 670 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105756
572ed426dfa6aa1500f8d41f
Compact_disc
The Japanese launch was followed in March 1983 by the introduction of CD players and discs to Europe and North America (where CBS Records released sixteen titles). This event is often seen as the "Big Bang" of the digital audio revolution. The new audio disc was enthusiastically received, especially in the early-adopti...
How many CDs were mass produced in 1988?
How many CDs were mass produced in 1988?
[ "How many CDs were mass produced in 1988?" ]
{ "text": [ "400 million" ], "answer_start": [ 907 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105757
572f63fc04bcaa1900d768cb
Compact_disc
The Japanese launch was followed in March 1983 by the introduction of CD players and discs to Europe and North America (where CBS Records released sixteen titles). This event is often seen as the "Big Bang" of the digital audio revolution. The new audio disc was enthusiastically received, especially in the early-adopti...
How many studio albums did David Bowie release in February 1985?
How many studio albums did David Bowie release in February 1985?
[ "How many studio albums did David Bowie release in February 1985?" ]
{ "text": [ "15" ], "answer_start": [ 790 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105758
572ed6a6dfa6aa1500f8d439
Compact_disc
The CD was planned to be the successor of the gramophone record for playing music, rather than primarily as a data storage medium. From its origins as a musical format, CDs have grown to encompass other applications. In 1983, following the CD's introduction, Immink and Braat presented the first experiments with erasabl...
What does ROM stand for?
What does ROM stand for?
[ "What does ROM stand for?" ]
{ "text": [ "read-only memory" ], "answer_start": [ 412 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105759
572ed6a6dfa6aa1500f8d43a
Compact_disc
The CD was planned to be the successor of the gramophone record for playing music, rather than primarily as a data storage medium. From its origins as a musical format, CDs have grown to encompass other applications. In 1983, following the CD's introduction, Immink and Braat presented the first experiments with erasabl...
What year did Sony and Philips release CD-Recordable?
What year did Sony and Philips release CD-Recordable?
[ "What year did Sony and Philips release CD-Recordable?" ]
{ "text": [ "1990" ], "answer_start": [ 438 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105760
572ed6a6dfa6aa1500f8d43c
Compact_disc
The CD was planned to be the successor of the gramophone record for playing music, rather than primarily as a data storage medium. From its origins as a musical format, CDs have grown to encompass other applications. In 1983, following the CD's introduction, Immink and Braat presented the first experiments with erasabl...
What year was the 73rd AES Convention?
What year was the 73rd AES Convention?
[ "What year was the 73rd AES Convention?" ]
{ "text": [ "1983" ], "answer_start": [ 220 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105761
572f6486b2c2fd14005680af
Compact_disc
The CD was planned to be the successor of the gramophone record for playing music, rather than primarily as a data storage medium. From its origins as a musical format, CDs have grown to encompass other applications. In 1983, following the CD's introduction, Immink and Braat presented the first experiments with erasabl...
What was the CDs predecessor?
What was the CDs predecessor?
[ "What was the CDs predecessor?" ]
{ "text": [ "gramophone record" ], "answer_start": [ 46 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105762
5a567a6f6349e2001acdcda0
Compact_disc
The CD was planned to be the successor of the gramophone record for playing music, rather than primarily as a data storage medium. From its origins as a musical format, CDs have grown to encompass other applications. In 1983, following the CD's introduction, Immink and Braat presented the first experiments with erasabl...
When was the gramophone released?
When was the gramophone released?
[ "When was the gramophone released?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105763
5a567a6f6349e2001acdcda1
Compact_disc
The CD was planned to be the successor of the gramophone record for playing music, rather than primarily as a data storage medium. From its origins as a musical format, CDs have grown to encompass other applications. In 1983, following the CD's introduction, Immink and Braat presented the first experiments with erasabl...
What was the problem with recordable CDs?
What was the problem with recordable CDs?
[ "What was the problem with recordable CDs?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105764
5a567a6f6349e2001acdcda2
Compact_disc
The CD was planned to be the successor of the gramophone record for playing music, rather than primarily as a data storage medium. From its origins as a musical format, CDs have grown to encompass other applications. In 1983, following the CD's introduction, Immink and Braat presented the first experiments with erasabl...
When was the DVD first released?
When was the DVD first released?
[ "When was the DVD first released?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105765
5a567a6f6349e2001acdcda3
Compact_disc
The CD was planned to be the successor of the gramophone record for playing music, rather than primarily as a data storage medium. From its origins as a musical format, CDs have grown to encompass other applications. In 1983, following the CD's introduction, Immink and Braat presented the first experiments with erasabl...
Who created the DVD and Blu-ray discs?
Who created the DVD and Blu-ray discs?
[ "Who created the DVD and Blu-ray discs?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105766
5a567a6f6349e2001acdcda4
Compact_disc
The CD was planned to be the successor of the gramophone record for playing music, rather than primarily as a data storage medium. From its origins as a musical format, CDs have grown to encompass other applications. In 1983, following the CD's introduction, Immink and Braat presented the first experiments with erasabl...
Who created the gramophone?
Who created the gramophone?
[ "Who created the gramophone?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105767
572eda3ec246551400ce4727
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
What portion of music sales did CDs and DVDs account for in the United States as of 2012?
What portion of music sales did CDs and DVDs account for in the United States as of 2012?
[ "What portion of music sales did CDs and DVDs account for in the United States as of 2012?" ]
{ "text": [ "34 percent" ], "answer_start": [ 516 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105768
572eda3ec246551400ce4728
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
Which country attributes over 80 percent of its music sales to physical formats?
Which country attributes over 80 percent of its music sales to physical formats?
[ "Which country attributes over 80 percent of its music sales to physical formats?" ]
{ "text": [ "Japan" ], "answer_start": [ 567 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105769
572eda3ec246551400ce4729
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
How are MP3s compressed?
How are MP3s compressed?
[ "How are MP3s compressed?" ]
{ "text": [ "lossily-compressed" ], "answer_start": [ 85 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105770
572f657cb2c2fd14005680c4
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
When did CD sales experience their original decline?
When did CD sales experience their original decline?
[ "When did CD sales experience their original decline?" ]
{ "text": [ "2000s" ], "answer_start": [ 168 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105771
572f657cb2c2fd14005680c5
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
What has caused a decrease in CD sales?
What has caused a decrease in CD sales?
[ "What has caused a decrease in CD sales?" ]
{ "text": [ "Internet-based distribution of files" ], "answer_start": [ 45 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105772
5a567c226349e2001acdcdb0
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
In what year did CDs have an unusual spike in sales?
In what year did CDs have an unusual spike in sales?
[ "In what year did CDs have an unusual spike in sales?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105773
5a567c226349e2001acdcdb1
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
What percentage of music sales do MP3s make up?
What percentage of music sales do MP3s make up?
[ "What percentage of music sales do MP3s make up?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105774
5a567c226349e2001acdcdb2
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
How are CDs compressed?
How are CDs compressed?
[ "How are CDs compressed?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105775
5a567c226349e2001acdcdb3
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
By what percentage have DIY and independent CDs increased?
By what percentage have DIY and independent CDs increased?
[ "By what percentage have DIY and independent CDs increased?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105776
5a567c226349e2001acdcdb4
Compact_disc
Meanwhile, with the advent and popularity of Internet-based distribution of files in lossily-compressed audio formats such as MP3, sales of CDs began to decline in the 2000s. For example, between 2000 - 2008, despite overall growth in music sales and one anomalous year of increase, major-label CD sales declined overall...
When did MP3 sales take off in Japan?
When did MP3 sales take off in Japan?
[ "When did MP3 sales take off in Japan?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105777
572f6665a23a5019007fc5d7
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
How are CDs mass produced?
How are CDs mass produced?
[ "How are CDs mass produced?" ]
{ "text": [ "hydraulic press" ], "answer_start": [ 51 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105778
572f6665a23a5019007fc5d8
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
What type of material is used to make CDs?
What type of material is used to make CDs?
[ "What type of material is used to make CDs?" ]
{ "text": [ "raw polycarbonate plastic" ], "answer_start": [ 93 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105779
572f6665a23a5019007fc5d9
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
What size is the diameter of the center hole in a CD?
What size is the diameter of the center hole in a CD?
[ "What size is the diameter of the center hole in a CD?" ]
{ "text": [ "15 mm" ], "answer_start": [ 397 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105780
572f6665a23a5019007fc5da
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
How long does it take to stamp out one CD?
How long does it take to stamp out one CD?
[ "How long does it take to stamp out one CD?" ]
{ "text": [ "two to three seconds" ], "answer_start": [ 508 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105781
572f6665a23a5019007fc5db
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
What is the term for the center hole in a CD?
What is the term for the center hole in a CD?
[ "What is the term for the center hole in a CD?" ]
{ "text": [ "stacking ring" ], "answer_start": [ 434 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105782
5a568fd86349e2001acdce34
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
How large is the screw that forces the plastic into the cavity?
How large is the screw that forces the plastic into the cavity?
[ "How large is the screw that forces the plastic into the cavity?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105783
5a568fd86349e2001acdce35
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
How long does it take the plastic to cool?
How long does it take the plastic to cool?
[ "How long does it take the plastic to cool?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105784
5a568fd86349e2001acdce36
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
What is the robotic arm called?
What is the robotic arm called?
[ "What is the robotic arm called?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105785
5a568fd86349e2001acdce37
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
What is a hydraulic press made out of?
What is a hydraulic press made out of?
[ "What is a hydraulic press made out of?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105786
5a568fd86349e2001acdce38
Compact_disc
Replicated CDs are mass-produced initially using a hydraulic press. Small granules of heated raw polycarbonate plastic are fed into the press. A screw forces the liquefied plastic into the mold cavity. The mold closes with a metal stamper in contact with the disc surface. The plastic is allowed to cool and harden. Once...
What closes the mold?
What closes the mold?
[ "What closes the mold?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105787
572f671cb2c2fd14005680dd
Compact_disc
This method produces the clear plastic blank part of the disc. After a metallic reflecting layer (usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal) is applied to the clear blank substrate, the disc goes under a UV light for curing and it is ready to go to press. To prepare to press a CD, a glass master is made, usi...
What materials can be used to make the reflective layer on a CD?
What materials can be used to make the reflective layer on a CD?
[ "What materials can be used to make the reflective layer on a CD?" ]
{ "text": [ "usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal" ], "answer_start": [ 98 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105788
572f671cb2c2fd14005680de
Compact_disc
This method produces the clear plastic blank part of the disc. After a metallic reflecting layer (usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal) is applied to the clear blank substrate, the disc goes under a UV light for curing and it is ready to go to press. To prepare to press a CD, a glass master is made, usi...
What type of light is used to cure CDs?
What type of light is used to cure CDs?
[ "What type of light is used to cure CDs?" ]
{ "text": [ "UV" ], "answer_start": [ 215 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105789
572f671cb2c2fd14005680df
Compact_disc
This method produces the clear plastic blank part of the disc. After a metallic reflecting layer (usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal) is applied to the clear blank substrate, the disc goes under a UV light for curing and it is ready to go to press. To prepare to press a CD, a glass master is made, usi...
What is a glass master?
What is a glass master?
[ "What is a glass master?" ]
{ "text": [ "positive image of the desired CD surface" ], "answer_start": [ 402 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105790
572f671cb2c2fd14005680e0
Compact_disc
This method produces the clear plastic blank part of the disc. After a metallic reflecting layer (usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal) is applied to the clear blank substrate, the disc goes under a UV light for curing and it is ready to go to press. To prepare to press a CD, a glass master is made, usi...
How are glass masters created?
How are glass masters created?
[ "How are glass masters created?" ]
{ "text": [ "high-powered laser" ], "answer_start": [ 325 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105791
5a5690796349e2001acdce46
Compact_disc
This method produces the clear plastic blank part of the disc. After a metallic reflecting layer (usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal) is applied to the clear blank substrate, the disc goes under a UV light for curing and it is ready to go to press. To prepare to press a CD, a glass master is made, usi...
What is the clear blank side made out of?
What is the clear blank side made out of?
[ "What is the clear blank side made out of?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105792
5a5690796349e2001acdce47
Compact_disc
This method produces the clear plastic blank part of the disc. After a metallic reflecting layer (usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal) is applied to the clear blank substrate, the disc goes under a UV light for curing and it is ready to go to press. To prepare to press a CD, a glass master is made, usi...
What is used to apply the reflecting layer to the clear layer?
What is used to apply the reflecting layer to the clear layer?
[ "What is used to apply the reflecting layer to the clear layer?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105793
5a5690796349e2001acdce48
Compact_disc
This method produces the clear plastic blank part of the disc. After a metallic reflecting layer (usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal) is applied to the clear blank substrate, the disc goes under a UV light for curing and it is ready to go to press. To prepare to press a CD, a glass master is made, usi...
How is a CD writer made?
How is a CD writer made?
[ "How is a CD writer made?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105794
5a5690796349e2001acdce49
Compact_disc
This method produces the clear plastic blank part of the disc. After a metallic reflecting layer (usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal) is applied to the clear blank substrate, the disc goes under a UV light for curing and it is ready to go to press. To prepare to press a CD, a glass master is made, usi...
How is a positive image made of the CD made?
How is a positive image made of the CD made?
[ "How is a positive image made of the CD made?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105795
5a5690796349e2001acdce4a
Compact_disc
This method produces the clear plastic blank part of the disc. After a metallic reflecting layer (usually aluminium, but sometimes gold or other metal) is applied to the clear blank substrate, the disc goes under a UV light for curing and it is ready to go to press. To prepare to press a CD, a glass master is made, usi...
How are the pits and lands made?
How are the pits and lands made?
[ "How are the pits and lands made?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105796
572f67c704bcaa1900d768e5
Compact_disc
The die is a negative image of the glass master: typically, several are made, depending on the number of pressing mills that are to make the CD. The die then goes into a press, and the physical image is transferred to the blank CD, leaving a final positive image on the disc. A small amount of lacquer is applied as a ri...
What is the term for a negative image of the glass master?
What is the term for a negative image of the glass master?
[ "What is the term for a negative image of the glass master?" ]
{ "text": [ "die" ], "answer_start": [ 4 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105797
572f67c704bcaa1900d768e6
Compact_disc
The die is a negative image of the glass master: typically, several are made, depending on the number of pressing mills that are to make the CD. The die then goes into a press, and the physical image is transferred to the blank CD, leaving a final positive image on the disc. A small amount of lacquer is applied as a ri...
How is the positive image on a CD protected?
How is the positive image on a CD protected?
[ "How is the positive image on a CD protected? " ]
{ "text": [ "lacquer" ], "answer_start": [ 294 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-105798
572f67c704bcaa1900d768e7
Compact_disc
The die is a negative image of the glass master: typically, several are made, depending on the number of pressing mills that are to make the CD. The die then goes into a press, and the physical image is transferred to the blank CD, leaving a final positive image on the disc. A small amount of lacquer is applied as a ri...
How is lacquer distrubted on a CD?
How is lacquer distrubted on a CD?
[ "How is lacquer distrubted on a CD?" ]
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gem-squad_v2-train-105799
5a569e7f6349e2001acdce98
Compact_disc
The die is a negative image of the glass master: typically, several are made, depending on the number of pressing mills that are to make the CD. The die then goes into a press, and the physical image is transferred to the blank CD, leaving a final positive image on the disc. A small amount of lacquer is applied as a ri...
What is the name of the positive image?
What is the name of the positive image?
[ "What is the name of the positive image?" ]
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