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SAFETY NOTICES
Please read carefully and keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
Please carefully note the Cautions and Warnings.
1. Always install electrical equipment close to an electrical outlet and ensure that the
outlet is easily accessible.
2. Place power cords where people will not step on or trip over them. Do not place
any objects over the power cords.
3. Always install equipment on a stable surface to avoid damages and/or injuries.
4. Do not place computer equipment in direct sunlight, on top of any heating units,
or near any electrical appliances that draw large amounts of current.
5. Computer equipment enclosures often have openings for air convection. To
protect equipment from overheating, do not cover or block air convection
openings.
6. Ensure that the equipment is connected to a power outlet with proper voltage.
7. If computer equipment is not is use for long period of time, it is recommended to
disconnect it from the power outlet to avoid damage by transient power surges.
8. Protect electrical equipment from humidity.
9. Always disconnect computer equipment from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning – use a moist cloth.
10. Never pour any liquid into computer equipment openings; internal contact with
liquid could cause fire or electrical shock.
11. Keep the area around your computer equipment clear of dust, smoke, and other
contaminants.
12. Never open this drive’s enclosure. For safety reasons, the drive should be opened
only by qualified service personnel.
13. Do not drop or jolt the drive.
14. If you see any of the following condition, contact a qualified service personnel:
(a) The power cord or plug is damaged.
(b) Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
(c) The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
(d) The equipment has not worked well or you can not get it to work according to
the user’s manual.
(e) The equipment was dropped and damaged.
(f) The equipment has obvious signs of damage.
15. DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when opened. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
Complies with FDA radiation performance standards, 21 CFR, subchapter J. Laser
power: Wave Length: 783±3nm (CD); 658±3nm (DVD). Emission power: 0.7 mW.
Laser diode: class 3b.
16. DO NOT STORE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WITH
TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60℃ (140℉). Excessive heat may damage the
equipment.
17. The sound pressure level at the operator’s position according to IEC704-1:1982 is
equal to or less than 70 dB (A).
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CAUTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
What You Can Do with the DVD Writer ………………………………4
Format Compatibility………………………..……………………………5
Recording Modes Supported ……………….…………………………5
INSTALLATION
Installing ATAPI/E-IDE Drives………………………….……………9
Install Serial ATA Drives…………………..………………………….13
OPERATION
Install Device Driver and Software………………………………14
Using the drive ………..………………………………………...…………14
Software installation……………………………………………..…………14
TROUBLESHOOTING
Read Problems……………………...……………………………………17
Write Problems……………………………….…………..………………18
INTRODUCTION
This internal DVD-ROM/CD-Writer Combo provides professional quality and
performance for writing, rewriting and reading CD media, plus playback DVD contents.
It supports Running OPC (ROPC) technology and is compatible with Windows Plug &
Play function. In addition, the drive is equipped with innovate technologies to eliminate
buffer-underrun errors, so you are free to use your computer for other tasks while the
drive is writing to CD. With an internet connection, you can download the latest
firmware, and update this drive so it will support latest technologies.
NOTE: The drive’s maximum write, rewrite and read speeds are noted on the original
package.
DVD functions:
Read DVD-ROM, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R9 and
DVD-R9 discs.
Read DVD-RAM media
CD functions:
Write to CD-R (recordable CD) media
Write to ultra-speed CD-RW (rewritable CD) media
Read CD-ROM and CD-R data media, and CD-RW and CD-DA (audio) media
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Format Compatibility
DVD read: DVD-ROM single/dual layer (PTP, OPT), DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+R9,
DVD-R9, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM (only for drives that support DVD-RAM
reading), DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, DVD-CPRM.
CD write: Orange Book Part 2 CD-R Volume 1, Part 2 CD-R Volume 2 Multi Speed,
Part 3 CD-RW Volume 1 Low Speed, Part 3 CD-RW Volume 2 High Speed, Part 3 CD-
RW Volume 3 Ultra Speed
SYSTEM REQUIREMENT
System Requirements
To ensure read/write/rewrite performance, a Windows-based PC system with the
following specification is recommended:
For ATAPI/E-IDE (PATA) Drives:
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Rear View
For ATAPI/E-IDE Drives:
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3. Set the Master/Slave jumper on the rear panel of the Combo drive, following
the instructions below.
NOTE: For maximum throughput, please avoid sharing an IDE cable with the hard disk
drive (HDD)
C S M C S M
S L A S L A
Note: If you choose the CS setting, the computer will determine if the drive’s
configuration automatically, according to which port the drive is connected to. This
setting requires a Cable Select capable cable.
Study the configurations recommendation below, and choice what is best for
you:
Configuration (B)
If HDD connected as Master device and another CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
connected as Slave on the primary IDE port; nothing connected to the secondary
IDE port.
Then you may either set the Combo’s jumper to Master, and connect the Combo
drive to the Secondary IDE port. (As shown in figure B-1)
Or, disconnect the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM from the primary IDE port, keep the
jumper as Slave, and re-connect it to the secondary IDE port. Set the Combo
drive’s jumper to Master, and connect the Combo drive to the Secondary IDE port.
(As shown in figure B-2)
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Configuration (C)
If you have two HDD connected as Master and Slave devices on the primary IDE
port; and a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM connected as Master device on the secondary
IDE port.
Then, disconnect the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM from the secondary IDE port,
change its jumper to Slave, and re-connect it to the secondary IDE port. Set the
Combo drive’s jumper to Master and connect it to the secondary IDE port. (As
shown in figure below)
(A) IDE Cable: Plug one connector of the IDE cable into the IDE connector on the
rear panel of the drive (the other end should already be connected to the
motherboard).
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(B) Power Cable: Connect a power cable from the computer to the power
connector of the drive, as shown above.
Note: In most computers, you will find free power connectors that are ready for use. If
there is no available power connector, purchase a power cable splitter for an internal
drive.
(C) Audio Cables (Optional): If you are using a sound card in your system,
connect an analog audio cable to the four-pin analog audio output connector at
the back of the drive, and then connect to your sound card. Or if your sound
card supports digital audio input, connect a digital audio cable in the same
way.
6. Replace the computer cover, and reconnect the power cords, and the
computer on.
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OPERATION
Using the Drive and Installing Software
As a DVD-ROM drive: The same operating systems also let the DVD writer
function as a DVD-ROM drive as soon as it’s installed. If you’re using one of
these operating systems, you do not need to install additional software to read
DVDs, however you will need special software to playback DVD video titles.
Please install the bundle software application.
To Install Software:
Insert bundled utility software disc into the drive, the follow the on screen graphic
user interface (GUI) screen to install required programs. If the installation
program doesn’t start by itself, open “My Computer” screen, double-click to enter
the location where software CD is loaded, and manually start installation process
by double-click on “setup” icon.
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(2) Place the disc, label side up, onto the tray. Make sure the disc is seated
properly into the bay on the tray.
Note: Please be sure no foreign object or liquid substance gets onto the tray
or into the drive.
To remove a disc:
(1) While the drive is powered up, press the Eject button on the front
panel to eject the tray.
Once software is installed, launch the utility, and follow the software instruction on
procedures to record CDs.
Playing DVDs
To play DVD Video contents from this drive, you must have DVD playback software
installed on your PC such as the one included in the bundled software.
Once software is installed, launch the utility, and follow the software instructions to
enjoy DVD Video contents
The DVD write is shipped without a preset region code. Instead, the first time a Movie
disc with region setting is inserted into the drive; there will be a pop-up window prompt
user to set the proper region code. This action will only happen once, unless movie disc
with different region code is detected.
If you insert a movie disc with a different region code, a pop-up window will prompt
user to confirm the region code change. If you do not accept the code change, the new
title will not play on this drive. If you do accept the change, the drive’s region code will
be set to the new code, and you will need to switch back to old code if you want to play
those titles.
NOTE: You may change the drive’s region code up to 5 times only. After that, you will not be
able to change your drive’s code setting. (Your DVD playback software will warn you if you
approach the 5-change limit.)
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you have trouble during installation or use of your DVD writer, please refer to the
following information.
Read Problems
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
No Action No power Ensure that the power cord is connected
securely (at all connections).
IDE cable not properly Ensure that the IDE cable and connectors
connected are not damaged (check the pins
carefully), and that both sides are
connected.
Drive can not be Power cable not properly Ensure that the power cord is connected
recognized connected securely (at all connections).
IDE cable not properly Ensure that the IDE cable and connectors
connected are not damaged (check the pins
carefully), and that both sides are
connected.
Excessive noise when Unbalanced disc loaded Replace the disc with another.
reading a disc Sticker or label attached to Detach the sticker/label carefully,
the surface ensuring that you don’t scratch the disc.
Cannot open the tray Drive locked by software Wait until the software activity is
(Eject) finished; or
Stop the software activity and then press
eject.
Disc set incorrectly in tray Turn off power to the drive, then use the
emergency eject feature to open the tray.
Cannot read a previous "Load Contents" or "Import Make sure you select “import previous
session of a CD-RW Session" was not selected sessions” when adding new data to the
disc that has been during write process disc.
written to at least twice Defective or damaged disc Always use high-quality media.
Always handle discs with care and keep
them clean. Deep scratches, fingerprints,
or other contaminants on a disc’s surface
can cause read errors.
Disc inserted upside down Remove the disc from the tray and
reinsert it label side up.
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Write Problems
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
Cannot write to disc Authoring software used Use the bundled software provided with
does not support your the drive.
Combo drive When other software is used, contact the
software supplier (or check the
appropriate website) to ensure that it
supports this drive.
Disc inserted upside down Reinsert the disc label side up.
Insufficient hard disk Ensure that 1.2 to 2 times the capacity of
capacity the write data is available on hard disk.
(Required capacity may vary according to
write method.)
No power Ensure that the power cord is connected
securely (at all connections).
IDE cable not properly Ensure that the IDE cable and connectors
connected are not damaged (check the pins
carefully), and both sides are connected.
Writing errors occur Defective or damaged disc Always use high-quality media.
Always handle discs with care and keep
them clean. Deep scratches, fingerprints,
or other contaminants on a disc’s surface
can cause errors.
Insufficient hard disk Ensure that 1.2 to 2 times the capacity of
capacity the write data is available on hard disk.
(Required capacity may vary according to
write method.)
Cannot write at highest CD media not compatible Use media rated for the highest speed
speed with high speed your drive can write.
Defective or damaged disc Always use high-quality media.
Always handle discs with care and keep
them clean. Deep scratches, fingerprints,
or other contaminants on a disc’s surface
can slow down write speed.
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FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example – use only shielded interface
cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.