LG GH24 User guide

Before installing the drive, turn off
the system power.

Disconnect the power cord,
and remove the cover.

• Remove a vacant 5.25” drive bay panel from
the computer. Slide the drive into the drive
bay.

Connecting the SATA Power
Cable

• Connect the power cable so the projection of
the cable connector side to come to the left
side. Be careful not to connect upside down.

NOTE:

Improper connection may damage the drive
and void the warranty. Generally, the power
connector can only fit one way.

Installing the Drive

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Connect to the power connector of the PC.

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Connecting the SATA Data
Cable

• Connect the data cable. Be careful not to
connect upside down.

Replace the cover,
connect the power cord
and restart your computer.

• Your computer configuration may different
from the illustrations.

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Connect to the SATA connector
on the PC's Motherboard.

Please pay attention to handling Electrostatic
Sensitive Devices, you may use anti-static
products such as wrist straps, heel straps, mats to
protect your body from electrostatic.

NOTE

Features

• Serial ATA interface.

• Power tray loading and ejection of disc. (The disc can also be
ejected manually.)

• Combination CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD-R DL, DVD+R/RW,
DVD+R DL, DVD-RAM Drive functions into one drive.

• Supports Region playback control Phase II.

• Automatic buffer underrun error prevention technology.

System Environment

Computer

This unit can be operated in the system environment explained here.

* Compatibility problem in write/read function may occur with media depending on the media

manufacturing quality.

* Upon the media condition or some of user’s enviroment the maximum speed sometimes could not

be guaranteed.

* Please visit http://www.m-disc.com to learn more about the M-DISC

TM

.

Specifications

CPU: Motherboard that supports Serial ATA. (Recommended
Pentium IV 3.2GHz or higher.) RAM:512MB or higher.

128MB or higher.
20GB or more free space. (The free space needed for
writing depends on the quantity of data.)
Serial ATA

13.34 cm (5.25-inch) half-height bay required
+5V/+12V power socket required
Windows 8/ Windows 7/ Windows Vista(X86, X64)/ Windows XP

[Home Edition/ Professional/Media Center Edition] with SP3 or
higher,Direct X 9.0 or Higher is required.

CD-R : LG, Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim, Taiyo Yuden or

TDK discs are recommended.

CD-RW :

Ricoh, Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim discs are
recommended.

DVD-R : Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim are

recommended.

DVD-RW : Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim are

recommended.

DVD+R : Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim are

recommended.

DVD+RW : Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim are

recommended.

DVD-RAM : Maxell, Panasonic are recommended.

M-Disc (DVD+R SL) : Millenniata

DVD+R DL : Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim are

recommended.

DVD-R DL :

Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim are recommended.

System
requirements

VGA Card Memory
Hard disk

Interface
Drive bay
Power

Software Required OS

Recommended media
manufacturer

❋ The drive’s appearance and specifications may change without prior notice.

Software

Install the appropriate CD Recording Authoring Software before using this unit.
* Please uninstall any previous CD burning software you may have loaded on your PC
in order to prevent possible compatibility issues.
Once you have installed the application software, you may (if you wish) begin to
reinstall previous software, taking note for errors.
We recommend using the drive with the latest software as some problems
encountered when using the drive can be solved by updating the software.

Please visit www

.lgservice.com and install the program, “LG ODD Online F/W update.”
By using the program, you can automatically check the latest information about
FirmWares and update the FirmWare.

Worldwide support ; http://www.LGservice.com
Worldwide corporate site : http://www.LG.com

Items

General

Host Interface Serial ATA
Supported Discs DVD-ROM(Single/Dual), DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R

Dual layer, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+R Double layer,
DVD- RAM, M-Disc (DVD+R SL), CD-Digital Audio &
CD-Extra, CD-Plus, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA-Ready, CD-I
FMV, CD-TEXT, CD-Bridge,

CD-R, CD-RW, Photo-CD

(Single & Multi-Session),

Video CD, DVD-VIDEO

Disc Diameter 12cm/ 8cm

(8cm disc can be used only with drive placed horizontally.)

Mounting direction

Horizontal/Vertical

Read/Write Speed

Write : DVD-R : 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, 24X

DVD-RW : 2X, 4X, 6X
DVD+R : 2.4X, 4X, 8X, 16X, 24X
DVD+RW : 2.4X, 4X, 6X, 8X
DVD+R DL : 2.4X, 4X, 8X
DVD-R DL: 4X, 8X
DVD-RAM: 2X, 3X, 5X

M-Disc (DVD+R SL): 4x

CD-R: 16X, 32X, 40X, 48X
CD-RW: 4X, 10X, 16X, 24X

Read : DVD-ROM (Single/Dual) : 16X/12X max.

DVD-R : 16X max.
DVD-RW : 13X max.
DVD+R: 16X max.
DVD+RW: 13X max.
DVD+R DL : 12X max.
DVD-R DL: 12X max.
DVD-RAM: 5X max.

M-Disc (DVD+R SL): 12x max.

CD-R/ROM: 48X max.
CD-RW: 40X max.
CD-DA(DAE): 40X max.

Items

Burst transfer rate SATA Gen.1 1.5 Gbps
Average Access CD-ROM: 125 ms (Typical)

DVD-ROM : 145 ms (Typical)
DVD-RAM : 270 ms (Typical)

Buffer capacity 0.5 MB

MTBF

100000 Power On Hours (Duty Cycle 20 %)

Environmental

Level

When operating Temperature: 5 °C to 40 °C

Humidity: 15 % to 85 % R.H. (non condensing)

When not operating Temperature: -30 °C to 60 °C

Humidity: 10 % to 90 % R.H. (non condensing)

Electrical

Power DC 5 V, DC 12 V

Time (

Random

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Quick Set-up Guide

Super Multi DVD Writer

GH24

To install of your product, please read this guide manual carefully and completely.

•

You may experience lower write quality in case if you use disc products by some disc
makers which those are not registered with the product's firmware.
Therefore, it is recommended that you use only discs by recommended companies.
And even if the write session is completed successfully, check the write quality
before you put the disc in storage, especially in case of an important data backup.
(Manufacturer is not responsible for any loss resulting from data backup failure.)

• Under Windows 8 operating system, a specific mainboard with nVidia GeForce

7025 Chipset may cause an abnormal operation.

Safety Instructions

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
CLASE 1 PRODUCTO LÁSER
CLASSE 1 PRODOTTO LASER

CAUTION : CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN

OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.

ADVARSEL : KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED

ÅBNING. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

ADVARSEL : KLASSE 3B SYNLING OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR

DEKSEL ÅPENS. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.

VARNING : KLASSE 3B SYNLING OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR

DENNAL DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.

VARO! : KURSSI 3B NÄKYVÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN AVATTAESSA OLET

ALTTIINA LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEN.

The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.

■ Microsoft

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and Windows®are trademarks registered in the United

States and other countries by the Microsoft Corporation.

■ The company names and product names written in this manual are

trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits

for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an Authorized Service Center for help.

• FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.

• This product is for use only with UL listed personal
computers that have installation instructions detailing user-installation
of card cage accessory.

CAUTION: The laser used in the Super Multi DVD Writer can damage
your eyes. Do not attempt to open the cover. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back).
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel. Use of controls or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture.

VORSICHT : Der in diesem Super Multi DVD-Laufwerk benutzte Laser
kann Ihre Augen schädigen. Versuchen Sie keinesfalls, die Abdeckung
zu öffnen. Um die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schocks zu reduzieren,
sollten Sie die Abdeckung (oder Rückseite) keinesfalls
entfernen. Im Inneren des Geräts befinden sich keine Teile, die vom
Benutzer selbst gewartet werden können. Überlassen Sie die Wartung
qualifizierten Kundendiensttechnikern. Beachten Sie bei der Benutzung
von Bedienelementen und der Durchführung von Prozeduren unbedingt
die Anweisungen dieses Handbuchs, da andernfalls gefährliche
Strahlung freigesetzt werden kann.

WARNUNG : Setzen Sie das Laufwerk keinesfalls Regen oder
Feuchtigkeit aus, um die Gefahr eines Brandes oder elektrischen
Schocks zu reduzieren.

ATTENTION: Le faisceau laser utilisé dans ce lecteur/graveur de
Super Multi DVD est dangereux pour les yeux. Ne pas tenter d’ouvrir le
couvercle. Ne déposer ni la façade, ni le panneau arrière (risque
d’électrocution). Aucun élément interne n’est réparable par l’utilisateur.
L’utilisation de commandes ainsi que l’exécution de procédures autres
que celles spécifiées dans le présent guide risque de provoquer une
dangereuse exposition aux radiations.

AVERTISSEMENT :Ne pas exposer ce matériel à la pluie ou à
l’humidité (risques d’incendie et d’électrocution).

PERICOLO : Il dispositivo di lettura e scrittura utilizzato in questo
masterizzatore utilizza un raggio laser che, se osservato da vicino, può
danneggiare la vista. Evitare di smontare il coperchio dell’apparecchio.
Al fine di prevenire eventuali folgorazioni, evitare di smontare
l’apparecchio. All’interno dell’apparecchio non sono presenti parti che
richiedono manutenzione da parte dell’utente. In caso di difetti o
guasti, rivolgersi ad un Centro di Assistenza Tecnica. L’esecuzione di
procedure diverse da quella espressamente indicate in questo manuale
può provocare pericolose esposizioni alle radiazioni laser.

ATTENZIONE: Al fine di evitare cortocircuiti o principi di incendio,
evitare di esporre questo apparecchio alla pioggia o ad una eccessiva
umidità ambientale.

PRECAUCION: El láser utilizado en la unidad Super Multi DVD puede
dañar sus ojos. No intente abrir la tapa. Para reducir el riesgo de
descarga eléctrica, no quite la tapa (ni la parte posterior).
No hay piezas internas que deba mantener el usuario.
El servicio de mantenimiento debe efectuarlo personal técnico cualificado.
El uso de controles o la ejecución de procedimientos distintos de los
especificados en este manual pueden ser causa de exposición a
radiación peligrosa.

ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de fuego o descarga eléctrica,
no exponga este aparato a la lluvia ni a la humedad.

CUIDADO: O laser usado no drive Super Multi DVD pode danificar
seus olhos.Não tente levantar a tampa. Para reduzir o risco de choque
elétrico, não retire a tampa ou a parte traseira.
No seu interior, não há partes a serem manuseadas pelo usuário.
Consertos ou manutenção devem ser feitos somente pelo Serviço
Autorizado LG. O uso dos controles ou a execução de procedimentos
diferentes que não sejam os especificados neste manual podem
resultar em exposição perigosa à radiação.

AVISO: Para reduzir o risco de incêndio ou choque elétrico não
exponha este aparelho á chuva ou humidade.

EU Conformity Notice

LG Electronics hereby declares that this/these product(s) is/are
in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, 2009/125/EC,
and 2011/65/EU.

European representative :
LG Electronics Inc. - EU Representative
Krijgsman 1, 1186 DM Amstelveen
The Netherlands