AOpen DVD520S User Manual
Operating Precautions
Handling
When operating the DVD-RAM drive
• Do not touch the DVD-RAM drive or its cable connector area.
(Doing so may cause it to malfunction.)
• Do not bring magnets or magnetic objects near the DVD-RAM drive.
(Operation may become unstable due to the effects of the magnetism.)
• Do not use the DVD-RAM drive when condensation has formed in or on it.
(When the DVD-RAM drive is suddenly taken from a cold place to a warm
location, droplets of water (condensation) will form, causing the drive to
malfunction. In such cases, remove the disc and leave the DVD-RAM drive
standing for about an hour before proceeding with operation.)
• Do not expose the DVD-RAM drive to the sprays from volatile insecticides, etc.
(Doing so may deform the external cabinet or cause the paint to peel off.)
• If the DVD-RAM drive is used near a radio or TV set and it causes interference
with reception, place it at least 6’6” (2 meters) away from the set or use a main
outlet which does not share power with the set.
When moving or transporting DVD-RAM drive
• Remove any media from the DVD-RAM drive before moving or transporting it.
• Do not drop the DVD-RAM drive or bump it into objects when moving or
transporting it.
Maintenance
Maintaining the DVD-RAM drive's panel surfaces
• Turn off the power of the personal computer.
• Gently wipe off the dirt using a soft dry cloth.
• To remove stubborn dirt, soak the cloth in some diluted kitchen neutral
detergent, wring it out well, and then wipe clean.
• Observe any applicable precautions when using chemical cleaning cloths.
• Do not use benzine, paint thinners or other solvents.
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Maintaining the lens and discs
• Dust, dirt, etc. will adhere to the DVD-RAM drive’s lens, DVD-RAM media, PD
cartridges, CD-ROMs, CDs and DV D discs over a prolonged period of use,
possibly making it impossible for data to be read and/or written properly.
Although the exact period will differ according to the operating environment and
number of times the DVD-RAM drive is used, we recommend that maintenance
be performed using the cleaners available as an optional accessories once
every one to four months.
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Features
Extensive Multimedia Support
Thanks to the dual laser, dual lens optic head and high-performance, high-speed LSI
processing technology, this DVD-RAM drive supports not only the playback of
conventional CD-compliant media, but also the playback of DVD media, recording
and playback of DVD-RAM media and even PD recording and playback.
Supported media Recording Playback
DVD-RAM [supporting 5.2GB (double-sided),
DVD format
PD format PD Yes Yes
CD format
2.6GB (single-sided)]
DVD-ROM Yes
CD-ROM Yes
CD-R/RW Yes
CD-DA Yes
CD-EXTRA Yes
Photo CD (supporting Multisession) Yes
Video CD Yes
An advance, new front-end loading mechanism
This advanced new front-end loading mechanism smoothly handles DVD-RAM
discs, PD cartridges, DVD-ROMs, CD-ROMs and other 120 mm disc media.
Yes Yes
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A full lineup of utilities included
MPEG 1 Coder (MPEG 1 compression program)
This program allows you to compress, in real time, full-motion video shot with a
video camera and other data into the MPEG 1 format, and record it to a DVD-RAM
disc or PD cartridge. In addition, by using SoftPEG supplied (an MPEG software
decoder), you can also play back recorded video.
Note: With a single 2.6 GB DVD-RAM disc, you could record for
approximately 2 hours of MPEG 1 video (with a video data rate of 2.0
Mbps and an image size of 320x240).
FileSafe (backup program)
This program can automatically back up data in specified folders, or back up only
updated folders to a backed up files can be used directly in Explorer and various
applications.
DVD Agent (utility)
This software enhances the standard Windows 95 GUI by replacing the default icons
for removable drives and CD-ROM drives with customized DVD-RAM icons.
Additionally, DVD Agent provides functionality to automatically launch applications
upon insertion of a DVD-RAM disc or PD cartridge.
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Parts and Functions
Front panel
1.Headphone jack
For connecting stereo minijack headphone.
2.Volume control
Used to adjust the headphone volume.
3.Operation indicator lamp
Off: No media inside.
Steady Green: Media inserted in drive
Steady Orange: Recording, playback or tray opening/closing
Flashing Green: Error (See page 36.)
4.Open/close button
For opening and closing the tray.
5.Manual eject hole
Used to manually eject tray in the event that the tray does not eject normally using
Open/Close button or software commands.
1.Power off the computer.
2.Gently insert the emergency ejection pin (included) until shutter opens slightly.
3.Use your hand to open shutter.
4.Pull out the tray horizontally using your fingertips.
To close the tray after it has been manually pulled out, turn on the computer's
power and press the Open/Close button. (Depending on the position of the tray, it
may automatically retract inside the DVD-RAM drive as soon as the power is
turned on.)
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Rear panel
1.Audio output connector
For connecting the internal audio cable (included).
2.Jumper connector
For setting the DVD-RAM drive's SCSI ID and TERMINATOR. (See page 9.)
3.SCSI connector
For connecting the internal SCSI cable (included).
4.Power supply connector
For connecting the power cable from personal computer.
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Side panels
1.Mounting screw holes
When securing the DVD-RAM drive to a personal computer or other device,
secure the drive with the provided mounting screws into the areas as indicated
(either upper or lower holes depending on your system).
2.Tray
The tray is for inserting DVD-RAM discs, PD cartridges and 120 mm dis media.
Note: Insert the media with the printed title side facing up.
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Checks and preparations
SCSI unit B
SCSI unit A
SCSI unit D
SCSI unit E
SCSI unit F
SCSI unit C
SCSI unit G
before installation
SCSI connecting
This DVD-RAM drive conforms to the SCSI-2 standard.
A SCSI host adaptor is therefore required to connect the DVD-RAM drive with a
personal computer.
If a SCSI host adaptor is not already installed in your computer you must purchase
one separately.
Example
No more than 7 SCSI units (A-G) can be connected to a computer. Also, the total
length of the SCSI cable from the personal computer to the last unit must be shorter
than the length specified by the SCSI interface board (card) to be used.
SCSI host adaptor
Jumper pin setting
Note: When you insert a jumper pin, "ON" is set.
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1. Factory use only (No jumper pin)
2.
3. SCSI ID setting
4.
5. Factory use only (No jumper pin)
6. TERMINATOR setting
7. Factory use only (No jumper pin)
Terminator setting (Factory Default: ON)
A terminator refers to a terminating resistance. The terminators must be set properly
when SCSI units (including the DVD-RAM drive) have been connected to the
personal computer.
When the DVD-RAM drive is a terminating device
(for example, illustration A, G), set to ON.
When the DVD-RAM drive is not a terminating
device (for example, illustration B-F), set to OFF.
SCSI ID setting (Factory Default: 4)
SCSI IDs are a number identifying each SCSI unit. Consequently, SCSI IDs must be
set so that no two units duplicate each other on the SCSI bus.
• Setting to 0
• Setting to 1
• Setting to 2
• Setting to 3
• Setting to 4
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• Setting to 5
• Setting to 6
Note: Generally, the SCSI IDs are set as follows:
- Hard Disk Drive: 0
- CD-ROM Drive: 3
- SCSI Host Adaptor: 7
Check the SCSI ID (refer to devices instruction manual) for each device
connected on the SCSI bus.
Set the DVD-RAM drive's ID so as not to duplicate any other device's ID.
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Connections
Before connecting the DVD-RAM
• Be sure to read the operating instructions and operating precautions for the
personal computer into which this DVD-RAM drive will be installed.
• Turn off the power switch for the personal computer and unplug the power cord
from the power socket. (Never connect the DVD-RAM drive where it will be
susceptible to vibration or impact or where the surface is tilted.
• Mounting screw holes are located in eight places on the right and left panels of
the DVD-RAM drive, and in four places on the bottom panel. When securing the
DVD-RAM drive into a personal computer or other device, secure the DVDRAM drive firmly in place with four mounting screws (included) in four places on
the right and left panels or in four places on the bottom panel.
• Insert the connection cables firmly.
• Be sure to observe all operating environment restrictions as noted in
"SPECIFICATIONS" on the back cover.
To connect the DVD-RAM drive to a personal computer
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To connect the cables and sound boards
Note:
• If the PC is to be removed, make sure to remove the cartridge or disc, close the
tray and then turn the power to OFF.
• When purchasing a sound board, review the product specifications thoroughly.
Some sound boards have MPEG play functions. Verify that functions are not
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duplicated or missing. For details on the connections, refer to the respective
instructions accompanying the products concerned.
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Checks and Preparations
Before Use
The following programs are supplied on 3.5” diskettes with this DVD-RAM drive (be
sure to install them on your personal computer). When “setup.exe” is executed as
follows, both the device driver and the UDF file system driver will be installed.
Write DVD!
A program containing 2 device drivers that enable your personal computer to
operate properly with the DVD-RAM drive.
1. DVD-520S device driver A device driver that enables Windows 95 to
2. UDF file system driver A device driver that enables Windows 95 to
Format UDF
A utility that provides functionality to format a DVD-RAM disc using the UDF format.
properly communicate with the DVD-520S
hardware.
read from and write to a UDF formatted DVDRAM disc.
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Installing Write DVD!
1. Turn on the PC and boot up into Windows 95.
2. Insert the floppy disk labeled “Write DVD!” into the floppy disk drive, then
choose Run from the Start menu.
3. In the “Open” box, enter “a:\setup.exe”, then click “OK” to begin the
installation.
• This assumes that your floppy drive is the a: drive.
• Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
4. Remove the floppy disk, select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now.”
And click “Finish”.
The personal computer now reboots
Checks after Installation
Follow the steps described below to check that the DVD-RAM drive is recognized
properly. If a problem occurs, refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 37.
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