Memorex 8X User Manual

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GUIDE & SOFTWARE MANUAL

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Supports Windows® 98SE+/Me/2000/XP

USB drivers required for use with Windows 98SE.

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Memorex may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables.

Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.

3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class

B digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures: Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference. Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change  the lead-in to coaxial type cable. If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Memorex Products, Inc. 17777 Center Court Dr. #800, Cerritos, CA 90703.

Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Congratulations

1.2. About your new Memorex DVD Recorder

2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2.1. Setting up your Memorex DVD Recorder for use

2.2. About USB 2.0/1.1 and IEEE-1394/iLink

3. OPERATING YOUR NEW DRIVE

3.1. Front Panel

3.2. Loading a Disc

3.3. Ejecting a Disc

3.4. Removing the exernal drive from yo u r s ys t em

3.5. Troubleshooting

4. INCLUDED SOFTWARE

4.1. Nero StartSmart

4.2. Nero Express 6

4.3. NeroVision Express 2

4.4. InCD 4

4.5. Nero BackItUp

4.6. Nero ShowTim e

4.7. Nero Cover Designer

4.8. Nero Recode 2

4.9. Nero Media Player

4.10. Nero ToolKit

4.11. InCD EasyWrite Reader 4

4.12. DVD-Video Plug-in

4.13. HE-AAC Plug-in

/FireWire

5. CREATING CDs AND DVDs

5.1. Software Installation

5.2. Uninstalling the Software

5.3. Using StartSmart - the Command Center

5.4. U se r I nt er face and Navigation

6. BURNING - THE BASICS

6.1. Make a Data Disc

6.2. Make an Audio Disc

6.3. Make a Video Disc

6.4 Copy a Disc

6.5. Upgrade Options

6.6. FAQs

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

8. APPENDIX

1. INTRODUCTION

1.2. About your new Memorex DVD Recorder

1.1. Congratulations!

Thank you for purchasing a Memorex External DVD recorder.

Mem orex's DVD recorder brings a new dimension to your PC's capabilities and performance by al l o w ing yo u to record, re-write, and play both CD's and DVD's of several formats , all wi th a single drive.

Mem orex makes award-winning optical drives to which many other drives are compared. Memorex q ua li ty, reliabi l i t y, features, bundled software, and reputation are the reasons why you have made the right choice in choosing Memorex.

Before you can start enjoying all the features and benefits of your new Memorex drive, please read t h i s m a n u a l t h o roug hly. It is also a good idea to keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

1.1.1. System Requirements

Your new Memorex drive is a high-performance DVD recording device. For optimum performance, Memorex recommends installing our new drive in a high-performance PC. While complying with the minimum requirements highlighted below will ensure proper installation and operation of the drive, Memorex's recommended components are essential for high-speed record in g .

Minimum Requirements:

IBM PC and compatibles PCs –

• Intel Pentium III 800MHz (Pentium 4 1.8GHz or higher is recommended for better results) or equivalent

• 128 MB of me mo ry ( 51 2M B o f m em ory is recommended for better resul ts)

• Fast hard disk drive with 15 ms or faster speed and DMA set (A/V Rated hard disk drives are recommended for better results and ensured high quality when capturing video)

• USB 2.0 port or IEEE-1394/iLink/FireWire port

• Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP operating system

• Internal CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (to install driver software) with DMA set (if it is a DVD-ROM drive and you are planning to use it as a source drive when backing up your DVD's). Please see Section 3.1 below for more information on DMA (page 12).

1.1.2. Package Contents

In addition t o the item s list ed be low, this package may contain additional software (see product box for details*) and optional items such as promotional offers.

1 . Exte r nal DVD Recor der

2. Quick Setup Map

3. Quick Install Guide

4. Software Installation CD

5. AC Power Cord and Adapter

* Specifications are subject to change without notice

6. One USB 1.1/2.0 Cable One IEEE-1394/iLink/Fir

8 . One Blank DVD+R Disc 9 .

Late Breaking News (if applicable)

e Cable

You r n e w M em o rex DVD Recorder is a state-of-the-art device, capable of recording a wide variety of disc types and formats. Here is a list of some of the major features of this drive:

Dual Format Recording: Double-Layer Recording: Fast Recording Speeds:

Records both DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW dis cs.

Records on 8.5GB, DVD+R9 discs for extra capacity applications.

This d ri v e provides fast DVD recording speeds on both DVD and CD media. Please note that speeds displayed below are maximum recording speeds and average recording speeds might be lower.

16X DVD+R 8X DVD-R 48X CD-R

2.4X DVD+R9 4X DVD-RW 24X CD-RW 4X DVD+RW

Buffer Memory:

This M e mo rex DVD Recorder is equipped with 2MB of buffer me mo ry,

virtual ly e l im in at i ng b uffer underrun s an d preventing wasted time and media.

Smart-Burn Buffer Underrun Protection:

This drive features a comprehensive Buffer Underrun Management system which monitors and adapts the recording technology for opt imum b urning, virtually eliminating the possibility of buffer underrun s.

Superior Compatibility and Recording Performance:

This drive offers reliable performance and superior functio ns. The dis cs produced in this drive have been tested to provide the h i g h e st compatibility available.

Precision Recording Technology:

This drive provides exceptional overwrite performance

sign i f i c a n t l y m o re advanced than technology used in pre vi o u s m od e l s.

Defect Management:

This drive features the new DRT-DM (Distributed Real Time Defect

Management) system, offering the highest reliability for your recorded discs.

Vibration Absorber System (VAS):

Imbalanced discs can cause vibrations that affect performance during high-speed recording and playback. VAS is designed to the res- onance frequency of the drive rotating speed. The vibration will be inducted into the absorber to get the minimum vibration.

Smart-X Function:

This drive technology adjusts CD-DA/VCD data extraction to the fastest

allowable speed according to both data request rates from host and disk quality.

1.3. Double-Layer Recording

The new Double-Layer discs allow for 80 percent m o re recording capacity than current single layer discs delivering

8.5GB of data versus the standard 4.7GB DVD capacity. Long er contin uous recording makes Double-Layer DVDs

ideal for recording movies, music and sporting events. High-capacity double layer DVDs are also an ideal back- up and storage medium for data files.

d at 2.4x speed and r

Double-Layer DVD+R9 discs r

ecor this d r i ve) for recording. However, they are playback-compatible with most standard co m pu t e r and home DVD players on the market because they conform to the DVD9 commercial st andard.

equire a double layer burner (such as

2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION

AUDIO OUT

USB2.0

IEEE1394

DC IN

POWER ON

OFF

AUDIO OUT

USB2.0

IEEE1394

DC IN

POWER ON

OFF

USB

AUDIO OUT

POWER ON

AUDIO OUT

USB2.0

IEEE1394

DC IN

POWER ON

OFF

1394

USB

On-Board USB 1.1/2.0 Ports

USB 2.0 Host Controller Card Ports

1394

IEEE-1394a Host Controller Card Ports

USB

PC Front Panel USB Ports

PC Front Panel IEEE-1394a Ports

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2.1. Setting up your recorder for use

Follow these steps to set your recorder up for use with your PC: 1 . Face the rear of your new external dri ve t o obs er ve the po wer an d inter face cable

connections (Figure 1).

5. Choose the USB 2.0 connection (Figure 5) or the IEEE-1394 connection (Figure 6) to

plug into your PC and select the appropriate interface cable. Plug the appropriate cable int o it s respective port on t he ext erna l d r iv e .

NOTE: Do not plug the other end of the cable into your PC yet, this step will come later

(see page 10).

Figure 1

2. Plug the power supply connector to the rear panel of the enclosure (Figure 2 ).

Figure 2

3. Plug the AC power cord into the power supply (Figure 3).

Figure 3

Power Supply

Power Cord

Figure 5

Figure 6

6. Locate the appropriate USB or IEEE-1394 connection on your PC. If you are using USB

and Windows 98SE, do Not connect the USB cable to your computer until you have installed the USB drivers we have supplied. Please see examples below

e 7 Figure 8

Figur

4. Plug the AC power cord in t o a 1 2 0 VAC outl et ( Fig ure 4 ) .

Figur

e 4

2.1.1 Installing the Windows 98SE USB 2.0 Drivers

Follow these steps to install the USB drivers for your External drive only if you are using the Windows 98SE operating system:

1. Turn your computer on.

2. Once your computer has finished loading the Operating System and any programs that launch when you start up, Insert yo ur M em orex Software and Driver CD from your new Memorex External DVD recorder kit.

Note:

If the program does not start automatically, select your existing internal CD/DVD drive containing the Memorex CD in Windows Explorer. Double click on the "setup.exe" program in the main directory.

3. Once the program has launched, click on the Install Win98SE USB Drivers button (Shown below) in the main splash screen.

4. If you have been prompted to locate the drivers, use the Browse button to locate the drive rs o n t he Me m orex Software and Drivers CD. When the OK button becomes highlighted, you have found the drivers. The drivers are located in the main directory of the disc.

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process of installing your External DVD Recorder drive.

2.2 About USB 1.1/2.0 and IEEE-1394/iLink*/FireWire

You r M e m o rex External 16X DVD Recorder will work with either USB connections or IEEE- 1394a (also known as "iLink*" or "FireWire") connections. There are two basic versions of USB: the older USB 1.1 and the newer and faster USB 2.0 versions. The cables and ports for both versions are visually identical. Note that USB 1.1 ports will not transfer data as fast as USB 2.0 and wi ll be in ad eq ua te fo r t he recording or playback of DVD Discs or DVD video inf o rmation. See the chart below.

Port Data Transfer Rate Operating System Note

4. Follow the on-screen directions to install your drivers.

5 . You will need to ins tall the S oftwa re suite once your new drive has been installed and

detected by your computer. It i s recommended that you leave the software suite install window open and that you choose to click on the Install Memorex Software Suite button (Shown below) in the main splash screen. This will launch the installation of the most commonly used components of the Powerful M emo rex Software Suite.

6. Follow the on-screen directions to install the Memorex Software Suite. Further details about the Me mo rex Software Suite and Installation specifics can be found below under the

5.1. Software Installation

section (page 16).

2.1.2 Connecting your External DVD Recorder

Follow these steps to connect your drive to your PC:

1. Turn the drive ON using the power switch on the back.

2. Plug the cable you have chosen into its respective port on yo ur PC, U SB 1.1 /2 .0 or IEEE-1394.

3. Once you plug the cable into the interface port , Window s wil l det ect yo ur ne w driv e. You may be prompted to locate the drivers.

USB 1 .1 Up to 12Mbits/Sec. Windows 98SE/Me

Windows 2000/XP

USB 2.0 Up to 480Mbits/Sec. Windows Me

Windows 2000/XP

IEEE-1394/ iLink*/ FireWire

* iLink connections need to be iLink-400 at minimum. An iLink-200 connection will not allow high-speed writing and may have further issues depending on the age of your system.

Up to 400Mbits/Sec. Windows 98SE/Me

Windows 2000/XP

USB 1.1 will not transfer data fast enough for DVD recording or smooth video playback fro m the drive and will limit the drive's overall writing.

Microsoft does not sup- port USB 2.0 natively in Win 98SE. You will need to install the Win98SE USB drivers that we have provided in the software CD.You may be able to install an add-in PCI card wi t h USB 2.0 ports on it and with proprietary dr ivers provided by the car maker.

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3. OPERATING YOUR NEW DRIVE

DOUBLE

LAYER

3.1. Front Panel

1 2

3 4 5 6

3.2. Loading a Disc

1. Press the open/eject button to open the tray.

2 . Carefully place the disc, label side up, on the disc tray. There is an indentation for

Pocket CD-R's in the tray.

Important Note:

Not all cut disc or shaped media is appropriate for use with this drive. Please check with Me m orex Technical Support for a current list of cut disc or shaped media that may be used in this drive.

3. P ress the eject button again to close the disc tray.

3.3. Ejecting a Disc

If the drive is powered on, press the open/eject button to open the loading tray.

Disc Loading Tray

Holds the CD or DVD disc. Open the loading tray by pressing th e e jec t b utt on.

Headphone Jack

Volume Control

Forced Eject Hole

Opens the loading tray when the tray cannot be opened using the eject button.

LED Indicator

This indicator displays the drive status.

Eject Button

Press this button to unload/load the tray.

Important Note:

For the most desired results, ensure that your Operating System has the DMA setting enabled for all of your system’s internal drives. Consult your Microsoft Windows User's Guide to verify how to enable this setting and consult your Computer manufacturer's documentation to verify that your Computer and it's various components like Hard Drives, Optical Drives and Motherboards are capable of enabling and utilizing the many benefits of DMA. For details about how to enable DMA in your Operating System, simply click on the Memorex FAQ's icon in your Nero StartSmart Toolkit list or under the Extras area. Once you are at the Memorex FAQ's page, look for topics about Enabling DMA. You will need Administrator rights to your computer if you are using Windows 2000 or XP in order to enable DMA.

Be sure to remove the disc after it is completely ejected. (Try i ng to remove the disc before the tray is fully opened may cause the drive to malfunction or may damage the disc.)

If the drive is not powered on, pressing the eject button will not open the loading tray. However, you may use the manual eject hole to open the loading tray. If t he tr ay w ill not open the normal way (for example, if the power is shut off inadvertently or the loadi ng mechanism fails), use the manual eject hole.

Important Notes:

lead to malfunction of the drive.

This technique should only be used as a last resort. Frequent use may

3.4. Removing the External Drive from Your System

Simply unplugging the drive may make your computer unstable. Follow the instructions below to unplug the data cables from your computer without risking possible permanent loss of work.

USB Connection

Windows 98SE/Me

the M emo rex DVD+R/+RW drive" and wait a few seconds until a window informs yo u it is safe to disconnect. Click OK, then remove the cable.

Windows 2000/XP

remove the USB Mass Storage Device" and wait a few seconds until a window informs you it is safe to disconnect. Click OK, then r

– Click on the icon in the system tray. Select "Safely remove

– Click on the or icon in the system tray. Select "Safely

emove the cable.

IEEE-1394/iLink®/FireWire

Windows 98SE/Me

the IEEE-1394 CD-ROM" and wait a few seconds until a window infor to disconnect. Click OK, then remove the cable.

Windows 2000/XP

remove the IEEE-1394 SBP2Device" and wait a few seconds until a window inform s you it is safe to disconnect. Click OK, then remove the cable.

– Click on the icon in the system tray. Select "Safely remove

ms you it is safe

– Click on the or icon in the system tray. Select "Safely

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3.5. Troubleshooting

If your new drive is not performing as expected, look up the symptoms in the following table and take the appropriate c o rrect i v e a c t i o n .

Symptom Possible Cause Self Diagnostic & Repair

4.3. NeroVision Express 2

With NeroVision Express 2, you can record videos and edit or burn existing video files. Creating associated menus, that is, menus that allow users to select a section of a program or choose between individual films, is also quick and uncomplicated with NeroVision Express 2. You can also use NeroVision Express 2 to create convenient slide shows and even use your own music as a soundtrack for them.

Drive does not power up

The recording speed is lower than specified.

Note:

If you have attempted the above and have not resolved your issue, please contact

Memorex Technical Support.

Outlet into which the drive is plugged is not live.

Power cable is not attached properl y.

The input port on the computer is most likely USB 1.1 instead of USB

2.0.

The speed rating of CD-Rs or CD-RWs is not as high as the speed selected.

Check the outlet to make sure it i s live.

Check to make sure the connections are corr ect.

USB 1.1 is much slower than

2.0.,and will limit CD-R recording to 4X or slower and DVD recording to 1X o r prevent it altogether. Upgrade to USB 2.0 if you want to use the drive to its fullest capabilities or add a IEEE-1394/FireWire Host Controller card to your computer. If you are using a iLink-200 port, you need to be using a iLink-400 port or better for adequate performance.

Check the speed rating of discs to be sure the writing speed selected is the same or less than the disc’s rating.

4. INCLUDED SOFTWARE

Your Memorex 16X DVD Recorder kit includes a CD-ROM disc that installs the powerful, comprehensive and customized Memorex Nero 6 software package, offering easy and simple access to nearly all of the most popular CD and DVD recording formats available today. This software allows you to create and copy digital audio, data, photo, and video programs on both CD's and DVD's. The package includes:

4.1. Nero StartSmart

Nero StartSmart is the command center of the Nero 6 product family and makes it easier to find, ident ify, and use the comprehensive software programs. Once you have launched Nero StartSmart, all you have to do is select the desired task and the corresponding software starts automatically.

4.2. Nero Express 6

Nero Express 6 provides a simple, uncluttered inter grams on both CD and DVD discs.

face to power

ful and efficient recording pro

4.4. InCD 4

InCD 4 is a packet-writing program that formats rewritable discs in such a way that they can be used as "super diskettes." You can copy files onto the disc by simply Dragging and then Dropping the files you have chosen on to your new DVD Recorder drive in Microsoft Windows Explorer or save them to a disc quickly and easily using Nero Express 6.

4.5. Nero BackItUp

Nero BackItUp is a convenient, easy-to-operate, and powerful pr ogr am f or b ack ing up and restoring d ata. It a llows you to archive your back-ups on either CD or DVD discs, an economical and secure method of data security.

4.6. Nero ShowTime

Nero ShowTime is a program that can play back nearly all digital recordings (e.g., movies, TV programs, home videos, DVD video) with excellent picture and sound quality.

4.7. Nero Cover Designer

Nero Cover Designer is a user-friendly program for creating and designing individual covers and labels. It allows you to use your own ideas to create personalized CD covers, booklets, and much more. You can give every disc an individual custom look.

4.8. Nero Recode 2

Nero Recode 2 is a new program for copying and archiving non-copy-protecte d D VD vid eo titles onto a single 4.7 GB DVD+R/RW or DVD-R/RW disc. If the source DVD is a dual-layer disc with contents greater than 4.7 GB, Nero Recode 2 can compress the contents so that they fit onto a single empty DVD disc without any noticeable loss of quality. Nero Recode 2 can also combine multiple video titles from non CSS-encrypted single or dual-layer discs to create a single seamless title.

4.9. Nero Media Player

The Nero Media Player program enables you to play back audio tracks. The program supports most current formats, including MP3, WAV, AAC, to name but a few. Nero Media Player also enables you to play back Internet streams and to create and play back playlists of your favorite music.

4.10. Nero ToolKit

The

Nero ToolKit

Nero InfoT

tests the speed of the available CD/DVD drives. speed of discs in order to noticeably reduce noise level or to optimize the spin up or spin down

times of your drives. features of installed drives, inserted discs, installed software, and much more.

contains the following programs:

ool

and

PhotoShow Deluxe

Nero InfoTool

Nero CD-DVD Speed, Nero DriveSpeed,

by Simple Star. Nero CD-DVD Speed

Nero DriveSpeed

provides you with information about the most important

allows you to set the read

is a program that

PhotoShow

1514

Deluxe

is included exclusively in this bundle, this award winning software allows you to store

and edit all your digital photos and images with professional quality tools and ease.

Note:

This area also has two New and special links to the Memorex website.

One is a link to the Memorex Tech Support form page, where you can request assistance with an issue you may be experiencing.

The other link takes you to the Memorex FAQ's page for you to gain immediate access to Frequently Asked Questions.

4.11. InCD EasyWrite Reader 4

InCD EasyWrite Reader 4 is a program that allows you to read discs written in MRW ("Mount Rainier ReWritable") format on systems that do not support MRW.

It is recommended that you choose to click on the Install Memorex Software Suite button (Shown below) in the main splash screen. This will launch the installation of the most commonly used components of the Powerful M em orex Software Suite and speed up the software installation.

Note:

4. In the welcome window you again see the choices of prog ra m s yo u ma y w an t to in st al l .

If the progr am doe s not st art au t om a t ic a l ly, select the CD/DVD drive containing the Me m o rex CD in Windo w s E x pl o rer. Double click on the "setup.exe" program in the main directory.

Click on NEXT to continue with the installation.

4.12. DVD-Video Plug-in

In conjunction with the NeroVision Express 2 program, the DVD-Video Plug-in allows the encoding of video files in DVD/SVCD format. You can then play back the videos on nearly any DVD player*.

4.13. HE-AAC Plug-in

The HE-AAC Plug-in allows you to encode audio files in MP4 format and also to decode them into another format. High Efficiency Advanced Audio Coding (HE-AAC) is the very latest audio compression technology; its main feature is its revolutionary high-speed compression and its incomparable sound qua lit y. The HE-AAC Plug-in offers multiple real time encoding, variable bit rates, multi-channel functionality, and direct MPEG-4 ripping, burning, playback, and editing.

Note:

For detailed info on how to use the above applications, please refer to the .pdf manuals o n your Memorex installation disc.

Some DVD players are not able to play back certain d is c f o rm a ts . P le a s e c o n s u lt the manufacturer to find out which formats your DVD player supports.

5. CREATING CDs AND DVDs

5.1. Software Installation

The Memorex recording software is quick and easy to install using the following steps:

Note:

1. Close all Windows p rograms and close any anti-virus software which may be ru n n i n g .

2. Insert the Memorex

3. An installation menu appears fr

To install the software under Windows 2000 o r Wind ows XP, you must have administrator rights.

Nero 6

install,

Install Memorex Software Suite

Click on the appropriate button to start the installati on wi zard for the option you chose.

e installation CD into the CD/DVD drive.

softwar

om which you can choose to install using the one button

or to individually install the desired components.

5. Caref ul ly read through the license agreement. If you agree to the terms of the license agreement, click on "I accept all terms of th e preceding License Agreement." If you do not accept the license terms, y ou c a nn o t i n s ta l l t h e N e ro 6 so ftw are. Click on NEXT to continue.

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The installation wizard then automatically installs the selected program.

6. After the automatic installation of each selection, you can either restart your c om put er, select another program installation, or exit the installation wizard.

7. To close the installation menu, click on EXIT. If you decide to install more components at a later date, click on the appropriate button and carry out the installation with the aid of the wizard.

8. Restart your PC so that all the new settings take effect.

5.2. Uninstalling the Software

To uninstall

Note:

1. Insert the

2. If the Setup program launches automatically, an installation menu will appear, in whi ch you can Click on the Exit button to close the Software Installation wizard.

3. Browse to the main directory of your Memorex Software CD.

Note:

4. Open the

5 . Double click on the

Nero 6

or individual components, proceed as follows:

To uninstall the software under Windows 2000 or Windows XP, you must have administrator rights.

Memorex Nero 6

If the program does not start automatically, Browse to the main directory of your Memorex Software CD.

Tools

directory.

CD into the CD/DVD drive.

General-Clean Tool

application file.

6. Individually select the Software components that you wish to remove by clicking the box next to the application name.

8. Follow the on-screen instructions, close all open applications and reboot your computer once the de-installation has successfully completed.

You may also individually select and remove the individual Nero Components in your Operating Systems Add/Remove Programs. Look for the following listings:

Ahead InCD EasyWrite Reader

•

InCD

•

Nero Media Player

•

Nero OEM

•

NeroVision Express 2

If you have Windows 98SE and have installed the USB Driver, look for the following to uninstall the drivers.

•

Memorex External Drive USB 2.0 Drivers

9. I n order to uninstall Add/Remove Program s i n te rface in your Operating System. Once you select PhotoShow Deluxe, Click Add/Remove.

PhotoShow Deluxe

, you will be required to uninstall it by using the

7. You may also remove all of the Nero application components by just clicking on the box next to Clean All.

5.3. Using Nero StartSmart - The Command Center

The new program and makes it easier to use the comprehensive software programs. Once you have started Nero StartSm art, all you have to do is select the desired category (e. g., A ud io ), t hen choose a task (e.g., Make Audio CD) and the relevant softwar

Note:

The tasks shown in programs of documentation!

Nero StartSmart

Nero 6

and therefore can deviate from the description within the

is the command center for the

e starts automatically.

depend upon the version and the installed

1918

Nero 6

product family

5.4. User Interface and Navigation

5.4.1 Standard view

Depending on the selected project type and the installed software, this s ec t io n s ho ws th e available categories in

icons, the po s s ib l e t a sk s in t ha t c a t eg o r y are displayed. For each task, you also have the option of deciding for yourself which application is to be used to open it. If you hover the mouse ove r th e de s i red task, the OPEN WITH option appears in the can then select the desired program in the pulldown menu.

Nero StartSmart

Clicking on this button adds the

interface. The nents of the same time, allows you to select the desired pro gr am di rectly by clicking on it . You can open up the individual programs in the

Toolkit

Clicking on this button allows you to change the colors of your

Nero StartSmart

This button displays the standard mode is selected, only the most frequently used tasks are displayed. Clicking on this button switches described below.

This button displays the

is selected, all available tasks are displayed. Clicking on this button switches above.

Clicking on this button opens up the configuration can set which program in th e

. If you hover the mouse over the individual category

Nero StartSmart

Nero 6

bundle in the "Applications" area and, at the

by clicking on them.

inte rface for a customized look if you prefer.

Nero StartSmart

bar shows you the installed compo-

Nero StartSmart

back to the standard mode described

Nero 6

family is started for which tasks.

bar to the program

to Expert mode

expert mode. If this mode

window. Here you

bar. You

mode. If this

Nero

Nero StartSmart

click on the

Nero StartSmart

consists of the following areas and elements.To Launch

Icon on your Desktop or Quick Launch Toolbar.

This button opens the

ProductCente

view. If recorders that can burn several formats are installed on the

computer and/or the option to display all recorder formats is activated, the possible p roject types appear in the upper section of the the possible tasks change according to the selected project type. For example, an audio CD can only be cr been selected as the pr

r, clicking on this button takes you back to standard

Nero StartSmart

Nero ProductCenter

wind o w. The content of the categories and

oject type.

Nero StartSmart

. If you are in the

eated if the CD tab has

Nero

Clicking on this button closes

5.4.2 The Nero StartSmart Bar

Nero StartSmart

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In addition to the areas and elements that are available in standard view, the bar also gives you the option of accessing the desired program di rectly.

Nero StartSmart

This category contains the possible tasks for an audio disc depend on the selected mode.

. The tasks displayed

This area shows all installed applications in the fam i l y. Click once on the desired application to access it.

This area shows all installed applications in the

Click once on the desired application to access it.

This area shows all of the HTML based

for this s oftw are suite. Click once on the desired manua l to access it. More manuals and documentation may be available in the main directory of the install disc and in the Ahead folder in your Program Files directory.

Manuals

Nero 6

product

Nero Toolkit.

that are available

5.4.3. Navigation in Nero StartSmart

If you hover the mouse over the individual category icons, the possible tasks in that cate- gory are displayed. The tasks displayed depend on the selected mode. In standard m od e, only th e frequently used tasks are s hown; in expert mo de all ta sks than eight tasks are available in a category, you can show the remaining tasks by clicking on the small arrow in the bottom right of the screen.

This category contains your favorite or preferred tasks. When

is installed, the Favorites area contains the most common tasks. To add entries, select a task by right clicking on it and choosing the command "Add to Favorites" from the context menu. To remove a task from the Favorites, right click on the relevant task and then choose the command "Remove from Favorites."

Standard mode Expert mode

This category contains the possible tasks for a data disc. The tasks displayed depend on whether standard or expert mode is selected.

Standard mode

Make Data Disc Format/P r epare Rewritable Disc Make Audio and Data CD (CD only)

Expert mode

Make Data Disc Format/P r epare Rewritable Disc Make Audio and Data CD (CD only) Make Bootable Disc

are displayed. If more

Nero StartSmart

Standard mode

Make Audio CD (CD only) Play Audio Make MP3 Disc Make WMA Disc Make Nero Digital Audio Disc Make Audio & Data CD (CD only)

This categor y contains the possible tasks for Photo and V displayed depend on the selected mode.

Standard mode

Make Video CD (VCD) (CD only) Make Super Video CD (SVCD) (CD only) Make Video CD Slideshow (VCD) (CD only) Make Super Video CD Slideshow (SVCD) (CD only) Capture Video Play Video Make your own DVD-Video ( D VD on l y ) Make or Modify DVD+VR (DVD+R /+RW only) Make DVD Slideshow (DVD only) Convert DVD-Video Movies to Nero Digital™ PhotoShow Deluxe

This contains the tasks involving copying and the tasks relating to backing up. What is displayed depends on the selected project type and the current m ode .

Standard mode

Copy DVD-Video Movie to CD (CD only) Copy Entire DVD-Video (DVD only) Copy Multiple DVD-V (DVD only) Copy Disc Back up Files Restore Backups Schedule Backups

n Image to Disc

Bur

ideo Movies to One

Expert mode

Make Audio CD (CD only) Play Audio Make MP3 Disc Make WMA Disc Make Nero Digital Audio Disc Make Audio & Data CD (CD only)

ideo discs. The tasks

Expert mode

Make Video CD (VCD) (CD only) Make Super Video CD (SVCD) (CD only) Make Video CD Slideshow (VCD) (CD only) Make Super Video CD Slideshow (SVCD) (CD only) Capture Video Play Video Make your own DVD-Video ( D VD on l y ) Make or Modify DVD+VR (DVD+R /+RW only) Make DVD Slideshow (DVD only) Recode DVD-Video(DVD only) Convert DVD-Video Movies to Nero Digital™ PhotoShow Deluxe Make MovieRecord Directly to Disc (DVD+R/+RW o n l y) Burn DVD-Video Files

Expert mode

Copy DVD-Video Movie to CD (CD only) Copy Entire DVD-Video (DVD only) Copy Multiple DVD-V (DVD only)

Copy Disc Back up Files Restor Schedule Backups Burn Image to Disc

e Backups

ideo Movies to One

This section contains the additional tasks relating to discs. What is displayed depends on the selected disc type and the current mo de .

Standard mode

Get System Info Test Drive Erase Disc Make Label or Cover Control Drive's Speed Memorex Tech Support* Memorex FAQ’ s*

5.4.4. Assigning Programs

Expert mode

Get System Info Test Drive Erase Disc Make Label or Cover Control Drive's Speed Disc Info Memorex Tech Support* Memorex FAQ’s *

5.4.5. Nero ProductCenter

Clicking on the button opens the first column contains the version number of the installed products from Ahead Software, while the other column shows the currently available version numbers. As a result you are always able to keep your prog rams up to date . To update, if you are currently connected to the Internet, you can connect directly to the home- page and start the download.

Nero ProductCenter

. The

Clicking on a task in for executing that task. Many tasks, such as creating an audio CD, can be perform ed w it h more than one program; and you can change the program assignment if you like. For example , i f yo u we re t o pu rchase the Retail upgrade of

Burning ROM 6

you wo ul d proceed as follows:

1 . Click on the button on the left-hand side of the program wind ow to d isplay the

StartSmart

2. Hover the mouse pointer above the desired task and the application that will open when you click on the task appears on the left.

3. Cl ick on the drop down butto n next to th e program names and select the application you want to start.

4. Check the "Use as standard application" check box if you always want this program to open in the future.

5. C li ck o n th e b ut to n wi th t he g reen arrow to save the change and open the desired program.

Nero StartSmart

rather than the default application

bar if it is not already displayed.

automatically opens a program that is well su ited

Nero 6

and preferred to use

Nero Express 6

Nero

to create an audio CD,

Nero

6. BURNING - THE BASICS

In this section, the QuickStart guide only deals with the default combinations. If you have already changed the program assignment, the programs opened differ from those in the QuickStart. For m ore details, please refer to the Html Help guides under the Nero StartSmart \Program Files\Ahead\ directory on your com puter. These documents cover mostly all of the details you should need to become an expert.

Manuals

section or to the PDF manuals found in Manuals folder under the

6.1. Make a Data Disc

1. Click on the Data Disc."

Nero StartSmart

Icon; select the "Data" category and click on "Make

If you are not happy with the changes you have made, you can always revert to the original default settings by clicking on the "Configure" button and choosing "Restore Defaults."

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starts automatically and the compilation window for data opens.

4. Once you have finished adding files, click on the "Finished" button to close the window and return to the

Nero Express 6

screen.

2. In the window, click on the "Add" button to open the window for selecting files.

3. Select the desired files and click on the "Add" button to transfer them to the compilation.

5. All the files you have added appear in the compilation window. Click on the "Next" button to advance to the burning window.

6. Before burning the disc, make the final settings.

Current Recorder

Disc name

Select the Memorex 16X DVD recorder from the list of connected recorders.

Give the disc a title if you like.

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Once the burning p rocess is complete, you can print a label by opening Cover Designer or save a project file of the disc compilation. To do this, click on the appropriate button.

8 . Click on the "Next" button to advance to the selection window.

Writing Speed Number of copies Multisession disc

Select the speed for the burning process.

Select the number of copies to be burned.

If this checkbox is selected, a multi-session disc is created, allowing you to add further session s lat er. If the checkbox is not selected, the disc is finalized and no more burning is possibl e.

Verify data

If this checkbox is selected, the program verifies th at the burned data on the disc is identical to the original data once the disc is recorded. This guarantees that the burned data will function as desired, but t his step adds time to the full recordi ng p rocess.

Note:

Clicking on the "More" button expands the burning window and offers additional setting options such as selection of the burning method and sim ula tion of the burning process.

7. Click on the "Burn" button to s tart burni n g t h e d i s c.

9 . Select the desired option or close

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The burning process starts and you will see information about the curr ent sta tus.

6.2. Make an Audio Disc

An audio disc(CD) contains music files that can be played back in any CD player and many DVD players.

1 . Start

Nero StartSmart Icon

CD."

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Nero Express 6

starts automatically and the compilation window for audio discs opens.

; select the "Audio" category and click on "Make Audio

3. Select the desired files and click on the "Add" button to transfer them to the compilation.

4. Once you have finished adding files, click on the "Finished" button to close the window and return to the

Nero Express 6

screen.

2. In the w indow, click on the "Add" button to open the window for selecting files.

5 . All the files you have added appear in the compilation window. Click on the "Next" button

to advance to the burning window.

6. Before burning the disc, make the final settings.

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The burning process starts and you will see information about the curr ent sta tus.

Current Recorder

Select the Memorex 16X DVD recorder from the list of connected recorders.

Title (CD TEXT)

If the recorder supports the writing of CD TEXT, you can enter the title of the CD here. The title may not be longer than 64 characters.

Artist (CD TEXT)

If the recorder suppo rts the writing of CD TEXT, you can enter the artist's name for the CD here. The name may not be longer than 64 characters.

Writing Speed Number of copies Note:

Clicking on the "More" button expands the burning window and offers additional

Select the speed for the burning process.

Select the number of copies to be burned.

setting options, such as selection of the burning method and sim ula tion of the burning process.

7. Click on the "Burn" button to st art burni n g t h e d i s c .

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Once the burn i n g process is complete, you can print or save a log of the burni n g process. To do this, click on the appropriate button.

8 . Click on the "Next" button to advance to the selection window.

9 . Select the desired option or close

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6.3. Make a CD or DVD Video Disc

A video disc contains video files that you can burn in a variety of formats (VCD / SVCD or DVD-Video) that you can record on yo ur Mem orex 16X DVD drive. This QuickStart Guide describes the creation of a DVD video disc. The procedure for a VCD or SVCD is essentially the same.

Click on "Add Video Files" to open the window for selecting the files.

Nero StartSmart Icon

1 . Start

"Make your own DVD-Video."

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opens.

; select the "Photo and Video" category and cli ck o n

3. Select the desired files and click on the "Open" button to transfer them to the compilation.

starts automatically and the selection window for video discs

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more video files.

5. All selected files appear in the compilation window. Click on the "Next" button to create the menu.

6. Make the desired changes to the DVD menu by highlighting the individual menu items with the mouse and selectin g the de sired option. Click on the "Next" button to proceed to the next window.

Note:

With the Left Mouse button, click on the video thumbnail of your choice while holding the button down, you may drag the selected thumbnail around your project work area to avoid key or special areas (like peoples faces or various items) of your custom background pictu re if you have chosen one.

7. You can use the remote control to move around the menu, e.g., to view the videos again. Click on the "Next" button to proceed to the next window.

Burn to

Select the Memorex 16X DVD recorder from the list of connected recorders.

Write to Hard Disc Folder

If you do not want to burn the project (yet) but you want to save it to the hard disc instead, click on this button to open up a window where you can select the location you to which you can save it.

Volume Name Recording Settings

Change the name of the disc if you wish to do so.

Depending on the selected destination recorder, you can adju st th e recording settings, e.g., to select the burn speed.

Note:

Clicking on the "More" button expands the burning window and offers additional setting options, such as selection of the coding quality and the aspect ratio of the video.

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The burning process starts and you will see information about the current status.

Before burning the disc, make the final settings then click Burn to continue.

9 . Once the burni n g p rocess is compl ete, a corresponding message appears. Click on the

"OK" button to close the window.

10. Select the desired option or close

6.4. Copy a Disc

Unless you own the copyright or have the permission o f t he c opy rig ht h old er, the unauthorized copying of discs represents a violation of national or international laws and may result in serious penalties.

Star

Nero StartSmart Icon

"Copy Disc."

; select the "Copy and Backup" categor

NeroVision Express 2

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NeroVision Express 2

starts automatically and the selection window for the drives and

the final burning settings opens up.

2 . Select the drive containing the disc to be copied as the source drive.

3. Select the Memorex DVD+/-RW 16X DVD recorder as your destination drive.

4. In the "Quick Copy" section, you can determin e h ow t he disc is to be cop ied .

• If the Quick Copy option is selected, the copy is made directly, i .e. , from dr iv e t o drive. This method is quick but is susceptible to errors.

y and click on

• If the Quick Copy option is not selected, a temporary ima ge fi le fo r the origi nal d isc is fi rst recorded on the hard drive, and the image file is then burned from th e temporar

y image file. This method takes longer; and the size of the image file, and therefore the required hard disc space, corresponds to the quantity of data to be copied from the original disc.

In addition, you can also make the following settings:

Writing Speed Number of copies

Select the speed for the burning process.

Select the number of copies to be burned.

5 . Once you have made all your settings, click on the "Burn" button to start b u rni n g t he di s c.

7. Select the desired option or close Nero E x p res s 6 .

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The burning process starts and you will see information about the curr ent sta tus.

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Once the burning process is complete, you can print or save a log of the burning process.

6 . Click on the "Next" button to advance to the selection window.

6.5. Upgrade Options

You have the option of upgrading to the full retail version of Nero Burning-ROM if yo u would like to add more features and options to your recording software. Vi sit Ne ro at http://www

.nero.com to find out what extra features are available and to purchase the full

version if you choose.

6.5.1. Updates (free downloads)

At http://www.nero.com, you w ill f ind regular updates for all programs, wit h new functions integrated and/or errors eliminated. You can either retrieve these updates via your

Nero ProductCenter

or just look at the

Nero

website from time to time. In order to optimize the functionality of your programs, we recommend that you keep them up to date. On occasion Memo rex may post a special update on the Memorex website. Click on the Memorex FAQ's button in yo ur StartSm art Toolkit or S tartSmart Extras area to check o n the Memorex FAQ's page or brow se th e Me morex website to http://www

.memorex.com/service_support/software.php to check for any available

downloads related to your kit.

6.6. FAQ

1) Where can I find step by step directions for using, Nero Express 6,

NeroVision Express 2, and Nero BackItUp?

In addition to this Guide, the Nero Start Smart bar has a Manuals section with Html versions of the Nero manuals and the :\Program Files\Ahead\Manuals directory on your hard drive has PDF* versions of the manuals containing detailed instructions for using the Nero software.

*Adobe Acrobat Reader is required in order to access any supplied PDF files. It can be downloaded for free at: www.adob e.com

2) One of my encoders has expired! What should I do?

For licensing reasons, Memorex and Nero are only permitted to integrate demonstration versions into Ner

o 6 for some for

mats. This gives you the chance to test out the encoder functions for a limited time. To activate the demo version, you must purchase the corresponding encoder plug-in. You can do this at http:/ /w w w

.nero.com i n the online shop . We decided to do take this step so that only those users who actually want to use these functions would have to pay the license fees due.

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3) Why do I not have a Help file?

If for som e reason you do not have access to any Help files, please download the latest update and the language package to enable you to access the help files again. You can download them fro m :

http://www

4) Where can I download an update?

All updates and demo versions of other products from the Ahead Nero fa mily can be found at htt p: // ww w PhotoShow Deluxe application by SimpleStar can be found at http://www

.nero.com/us/index.html#download

.nero.com. Any updates that may b available for the

.simplestar.com.

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

A su m m a ry of common questions and their answers are listed below to help you troubleshoot your new drive before calling f or cust omer s ervice.You may also refer to the Memorex web site at http://www.memorex.com for more information.

7.1. The drive is not recognized.

• Make certain the power cable and power supply is attached to the wall plug and drive correctly.

• Make certain that the US B 2 . 0 o r I E EE -1 3 94 in t er face cable is connected to your computer and your drive.

5) Where can I get assistance with technical problems?

For all technical problems, we recommend visiting the Nero help system at http://englishsuppor PhotoShow Deluxe FAQ's page at http://simplestar Me m orex FAQ's page at http : // w w w

If you cannot find an an swer to your problem at either of the locations above, you can contact the Memorex Technical Support th rough e-mail at techsuppor techsuppor support form which can be found on their FAQ's page.

If all of the above electronic assistance is not resolving your issue or answering your inquiries, please call Toll Free at (877) is it live [474-8548]. Technicians are available M-F 9-6 p.m. P.S.T. .

t@memorex.com or the Nero support team through e-mail at t@nero.com or the PhotoShow Deluxe support team t hrough their

t.nero.com or for PhotoShow Deluxe by visiting the

.com/site_html/_support_psd.php or finally by visiting the

.memorex.com/service_support/faq.php.

7.2. The drive is turned ON but the front panel LED does not light.

• Is the computer turned ON? Tu rn the computer ON.

• Is the power cable connected prop erly to t h e d r ive? Check that the connector of the power supply is connected to the wall plug in the correct

di rection and that the power cable is fully connected to the drive.

• If the drives power supply is connected to another power source like a power strip that properly conducts power from another power source, is the powe r stri p turned on ?

7.3. The drive is not recognized by the operating system.

• Is the USB 2.0 or IEEE-1394 interface cable connected? Check that the connectors are fully connected to your computer and your drive.

7.4. The disc tray does not open when you press the eject button.

• Is t he dr ive t urned on? (Does the LED light on the front pa n el li g ht ? ) Refer to "The drive is turned on but the front panel LED does not light" (Troubles ho ot in g

Item 2)

• Is any CD/DVD writing software being used? Some CD/DVD writing software prohibits ejecting while accessing. (If you are using such a software program, the disc tray does not open even if the eject button is pressed.) In such a case, follow the steps in the software window to eject the disc or quit the CD/DVD writing software prior to pressing the eject button.

• Is the disc tray opened when the computer is started? Quit all running application software, restart your computer and press the eject button of the drive.

urn off the compute r, and remove the disc following "Manually Ejecting a Disc".

• If the disc tray is caught in the drive and does not come out, or if it cannot be opened or closed using the eject button after it is pulled out manually, contact the store of purchase.

7.5. The disc is ejected without order (or it comes out spontaneously)

• Is the disc set properly (horizontally) on the disc tray? Set the disc properly and close the disc tray.

• Is the disc dusty or dirty ? Remove dust or dirt from the disc using an air spray or a dry soft cloth. To avoid damaging yo u r di s c s, w ip e t he d is c ge n t l y f rom the center perpendicular to the edge of the disc.

• Does the drive accept other discs (audio CD, CD-ROM, blank CD-R disc, etc.)? If a specific disc is ejected, the disc itself may be damaged or deformed. If a ll di s cs are ejected, contact the store of purchase.

7.6. No data can be read from a disc.

• Is the disc ejected without order? Refer to Troubleshooting Item 8.5.

• Is the disc useable with the drive? Be sure that the disc is compatible with the drive.

7.9. The drive does not operate correctly.

• Is the disc compatible with the drive?

Important Note:

• Is th ere dust on the disc tray or on the disc itself?

• Does your computer have several different CD/DVD writing applications installed? If you u se m ore than one CD/DVD writing application simultaneously, the behavior of the

drive can become unpredictable.

• Do you have DMA enabled on all of your Internal Dr iv e s? DMA being enabled is essential to obtain the high-speed performance of this drive. All

Int ernal Hard Drives and CD/DVD types drives need to have DMA enabled.

Even if the disc is a type compatible with the drive, some varieties can

sti ll b e u n readable on it.

7.10. The drive ejects or fails to read the disc, or the LED continues to blink

after the disc has been loaded.

You may b e tr ying to write to an unstable disc. Replace the disc with another blank disc. If the drive fails to write to a variety of different discs, it may be f aul ty and yo u sho uld contact Memorex Tech Support.

• Is the disc dusty or dirty? Remove dust or dirt from the disc using an air spray or a dry soft cloth. To avoid damage discs, wipe the disc gently from the center perpendicular to the edge of the disc. The Memorex Air Duster and OptiCloth products work great for this application.

• Can data be read from other discs (audio CD, CD-ROM, etc.)? If no data can be read from a specific disc, data may be written in a format that the drive canno t recognize, or the disc itself may be damaged or deformed. No te tha t n o data can be read from blank discs.

7.7. The playback of an audio CD (CD-DA) is inaudible.

• Check that the system volume is not set to the minimum level.

• Check that the drive volume is not set to the minimum level.

• If the playback audio from he a d ph o n e s o r e x t e rnal speakers connected to the computer is inaudible, be sure that the sound card is co n f igured properly. Cons u lt your sound card manufacturers documentation or your computer manufacturers documentation for detailed instructions on how to do this.

7.8. Is more than one CD/DVD writing software installed on your computer?

Installing more than one writing software on a computer may cause overall instability of operation. (The wri tin g so ftw are that comes with the drive can be used together without proble m s). Wri t i ng s o ft w a re mu s t s u p p ort t he dr iv e i n orde r to recognize the drive. Contact the man u fa c t u rer of your CD/DVD writing software to see whether the software supports the drive.

NOTE: Before you co ntact Memorex Tech Support, verify that the blank media you have purchased is of a format that your drive supports. Example: This drive does Not support writing to DVD-RAM media. If you insert a blank DVD-RAM disc, you will have the results detailed in this issue.

7.11. When I copy data or music, why can't my CD-ROM drive or CD players see the information or play music?

It might be because you are using a CD-RW disc. Most older CD-ROM drives and CD players do not recognize the new rewritable media, so they won't be able to read the information.

In case of difficulties or to find answers to your questions, please:

1 .Carefully read this Quick Start Guide.

2. Visit our Customer Support web site at http://www

3. E-mail our Tech Support at techsuppor

4. Call Toll Free at (877) is it live [474-8548]. Technicians are available M-F 9-6 p.m. P.S.T..

t@memorex.com.

.memorex.com.

8. APPENDIX

Technical Notes

Buffer Underrun Protection Function

DVD drives are equipped with a buffer memory that temporarily stores data that is being tra nsf err e d. When the b uffe r me m o ry becomes empty due to a delay of data transfer for any reason, a writing error happens. Such a condition is defined as a buffer underrun; suc h an e rr or is defined as a buffer un derr u n error.

Buffer underrun protection is featured in this drive.

When a buffer underrun almost happens, buffer underrun protection temporarily suspen ds th e wr it ing p rocess . Wr i t i n g resumes when enough data has accumulated in the buffer memory. Buffer Underrun P rotection in this drive is extremely accurate, resulting in seamless recording before and after suspension.

Test Writing

Test writing is a function to check for the possible occurance of buffer underru n in yo ur c om pu t er e nv ironment. The included CD/DVD writing software operates the test writing function that cannot operate when buffer underrun prote ction is activated (default). The buffer underru n protection should be first be deactivated to use test writing.

DMA

Direct M e mo r y A cc e ss ( DM A ), is su p po rt that allows data transfer between the drives and memory without using the CPU. Both the drives and IDE controller in the machine on the motherboard must include support for DMA. Also, you must manually enable the operating system to support DMA, this is done in the System section in the Control Panel where the drive settings are .Please see Section 3.1 above for more information on DMA.

Track-at-Once (TAO)

This method is used to write all data on a track-by-track basis. A track can be defined as the smallest unit of area that contains an ordinary p rogram, ima ge

file, text file, etc. This method enables you to add data to the same disc, one track of data at a time, as long as there is free space available on the disc. A disc that contains data written in several sessions is defined as a multi-session disc. An area that records data and management informat io n (L ead -i n/ Le ad- ou t) is defined as a session. Lead-in and Lead-out are signals writ ten for sta tin g th e starting and ending points of one session.

Important Note:

session on a multi-session disc. Do not r

Ordinary audio CD players can only playback single-session discs or the first

Session-at-Once (SAO)

This method is used to write all data on a session-by-session basis. Unlike Track-at-Once described above, Session-at-Once enables you to record m ult i p le tracks onto a disc at at a time. CD EXTRA, for example, uses this method to write multiple pieces of audio data (or multiple tracks) in the first session and info rma ti o n requi red for computers in the second session. This method enables you to add data into the same disc, one session at a time, as long as there is free space available on the disc. A disc that contains data written in several sessions by this method is defined as a multi-session disc, like a disc written by the Track-at-Once method.

Packet Writing

This meth od is u sed to record data onto a disc on a file-by-file basis. This method divides a track into small segments called “packets” so that data can be written on a packet-by-packet basis, which means that you can write data in much the same way as you can copy data to a floppy or hard drive. Since the data can be written easil y, pac k et w ri t in g is p roper to daily data backup. Packet writing also enables you to add packets to a disc as long as there is free space available on the disc.

ecord audio data on the second and subsequent sessions.

Writing Methods Disc-at-Once (DAO)

This method is used to write all data onto a disc in one operation. It writes multiple pieces of data without placing a space between data, starting wi t h th e inne rmost track of the disc. Once data is written by this method, no data can be added to the same disc even if there is free space available on the disc. This method is useful for making a backup copy of an entire CD or DVD.

ABOUT THE FIRMWARE

The “fi rmw a re” is a small piece of software b uil t int o the M emo rex DVD recorder, and is used to control its basic operation. Since it resides in flash memory, it can be overwritten and updated.

To ensu re the correct operation of your new drive, updates to the firmwa re will be made available as necessary. You can fi nd inf orm at io n ab ou t t he mo s t rec ent firm w a re for the drive on the Memorex web site.

URL for the web site is http://www.memorex.com

The m os t recent user suppo rt i n f o rm a t i o n , i n c l u d i n g f i rm w a re updates, can be found in the support area of Memorex’s web site. Please check this information regul arl y.

e is co mp l et el y un related to the CD/DVD writing application software.

Important Note:

The fir

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

These precautions explain how to use the device corr ectly and safely, thereby preventing in j ury to yourself or to others. This section has been sub-divided into a WARNING section and a CAUTION section, according to the likelihood and nature of any potential injuries or damage inflicted. The relate to your personal safety, and also help you minimize the risk of damaging the device. Please read these sections careful ly bef ore proceeding.

WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble or modify it. Otherwise, the re is an increased risk of electrical shock or fire. The device contains no user-serviceable parts. If it appears to be malfunctioning, have it inspected by qualified service personnel. Opening the drive enclosure will also void your warranty on thi s prod uct.

• Do not look inside the device. If you expose your eyes to the laser inside the device, you risk damage or loss of your vision.

• Do not ins ert fin gers or foreign objects into the device. Otherwi se, there is an increased risk o f p er so na l i nj ur y, electrical shock, damage to the device or fire. Please take particular care if small children are present.

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to yourself or others, or damage to the device or other property. these precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Always unplug all compu ter equip tment from the electrical outlet if it will not be used for a prolonged period of time or if there is a risk of lightning. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, short- c i rcui t in g o r f i re.

• Do not expose the device to excessive heat or vibrations such as in direct s un li ght o r near a heater. Also avoid placing it in extreme cold or in a dusty environment. Otherwise, the front panel may become disfigured or the internal components may be damaged.

• Do not use the device near other electrical produc ts su ch a s tel ev is io ns, r ad io s o r speakers. Otherwise, this may cause interference which can affect the proper operation of those other products.

• Do not place the device in an unstable position. Otherwise, i t may a cciden tally fall d own and be damaged or cause personal injury.

• Mount the device horizontally. Otherwise, written data may be destroyed. Set the device up according to the instructions in this Quick Install Guide.

• Always remove the disc from the tray before transporting the device. Otherwise, written data may be destroyed.

• Do not expose the device to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place containers on it that contain liquids which might spill into an openings. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, fire or personal injury.

• Follow the Owner’s Manual carefully. Othe rwi se , th ere i s an inc reased risk of personal injury, electric al shock , fire or damage to the unit. Follow the corr ect procedure when setting up the device.

• If unusual smells, sounds, or smoke emanate from the device or if liquids enter the device, switch the computer and drive off immediate ly an d un plug it f rom the power outlet. Otherwise, there is an in creased risk of electrical shock, fire or damage to the device. Please contact Memorex Tech Support (877) is it live [474-8548] to obtain an RMA.

• Make sure the computer is electrically grounded. Otherwi se, there is an increased risk of electrical shock.

• When opening up the computer, always unplug the computer from the electrical outlet. Do not touch the plug with wet hands, Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock.

• When cleaning the device, never use benzene, paint thinners, detergents or chemical im pregnated wiping cloths. Also, do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the device. Otherwise, the device may be damaged or its front panel and case may become disco lo red. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the device.

• Do not rest your weight on or place heavy objects on the device and do not use excessive force on buttons, switches or connectors. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of damage to the device or personal injury.

• Do not place the device near sources of m agn eti c i nte rference, s uch a s a c omput er displa y. Magneti c i nte rference can affect the operation and stability of the device.

• Have the device serviced regularly. Otherwise, dust can built up inside the device, inc reasing the risk of fire or damage. For information a bout ser vici ng ch arges, contact the s to re at wh ich the devi ce was purchased. The device should be serviced about once

a year

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About CD/DVD discs

Please read the following regarding the handling of CD/DVD discs.

1. Do not expose discs to excessive heat such as in direct sunlight of near a heater. Also avoid keeping them in a humid place.

2. Do not touch disc, surfaces. When handling a disc, hold it by its edges.

3. Remove dust and dirt from d is c su rfaces. Use air-based dust remo ver s. T he s ur faces may be scratched if wiped with a dry c l o t h .

4. Do not label your DVD discs.

5. Do not write o n disc surfaces except where indicated. If you do, use Memorex CD Markers. Do not use pencil or ball point pens.

6 . Do not clean discs with generic chemicals or detergents. Use the appropriate type of

Mem orex cleaning product s.

7. Do not bend or drop di sc s.

* Check discs for defects before putting them in your drives. Defects include chips or cracks

that can cause discs to come apart in high speed drives.

1. The information contained in this Quick Install Guide is subject to change without prior notice.

2. All trademarks contained in this Quick Install Guide belong to their respective owners.

3. Memorex does not bear any responsibility for any outcome as a result of using this device.

4. Reproduction of this manual, either in part or in full, is expressly forbidden.

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Precautions for Transportation

Before transporting the device, always put it in its original box. If the device is transported without adequate packing, the internal components may be damaged and cause the device to malfunction.

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Copyrights

When writing to CD or DVD, make sure that you are not infringing any copyrights. It is illegal to copy audio CDs for non-personal use. When backing up software, please make sure that you are not infringing any software copyri ghts

for that product.

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Warranty

Mem o rex Produc ts , I nc . ("M em orex") warrants th is product (excludes the bundled software, any connected device and data recorded in any form) against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of original reta i l p u rchase. PURCHASER'S REMEDY IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT (AT MEMOREX's OPTION) OF ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY AND REMEDY IS EXCLUSIVE AND WE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL MEMOREX OR ANY SUPPLIER OR SELLER BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DIRECT AGES OF ANY KIND. For furthe r in form ation regarding warranty s e rvice pleas e go t o w w w

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