Panasonic CF-VDM292U User Manual
Printed in Japan
DVD MULTI Drive Pack
DVD MULTIドライブパック
CF-VDM292U
FJ1204-1025
DFQX5509ZA
ENGLISH
DEUTSCH
FRANÇAIS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction............................................... 4
Usage Precautions.................................... 5
Using the Drive.......................................... 7
Using the Software ................................. 11
Troubleshooting...................................... 23
Specifications.......................................... 24
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
Einführung............................................... 25
Vorsichtsmaßnahmen zum Gebrauch... 26
Gebrauch des Laufwerks ....................... 28
Gebrauch von Software.......................... 32
Störungsbehebung ................................. 45
Technische Daten ................................... 46
INSTRUCTIONS D’UTILISATION
Introduction............................................. 47
Précautions d’utilisation ........................ 48
Utilisation du lecteur .............................. 50
Utilisation du logiciel .............................. 54
Dépannage .............................................. 68
Spécifications.......................................... 69
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取扱説明書
はじめに ................................
安全上のご注意 ..........................
使用上のお願い ..........................
ドライブを使う ..........................
ソフトウェアを使う ......................
困ったときの
仕様 ....................................
保証とアフターサービス ..................
Q&A
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CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNUNG!
DIESES PROUKT ERZEUGT LASERSTAHLUNG.
DURCHFÜHRUNG ANDERER VORGÄNGE ALS DER HIER ANGEGEBENEN KANN
ZU GEFÄHRLICHER STRAHLUNG FÜHREN.
REPARATUREN DÜRFEN NUR VON QUALIFIZIERTEM FACHPERSONAL
DURCHGEFÜHRT WERDEN.
AVERTISSEMENT!
CET APPAREIL UTILISE UN LASER.
L’UTILISATION DE COMMANDES OU DE RÉGLAGES OU L’EXÉCUTION DE
PROCÉDURES AUTRES QUE CELLES SPÉCIFIÉES ICI PEUVENT PROVOQUER UNE
EXPOSITION À DES RADIATIONS DANGEREUSES.
NE PAS OUVRIR LES COUVERCLES NI ESSAYER DE RÉPARER SOI-MÊME.
CONFIER TOUT TRAVAIL D'ENTRETIEN À UN PERSONNEL QUALIFIÉ.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE1
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For U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference 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 Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to a
computer or peripheral. Also, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675)
For Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the DVD MULTI Drive Pack for the Panasonic CF-29 notebook
computer series.
This drive connects to the computer through the multimedia pocket.
Store this manual in a safe place after reading it.
DVD MULTI Drive Pack*1........... 1
Operating Instructions ............ 1
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DVD Drive Utility Disc*
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*1The DVD MULTI Drive Pack may also be referred to as the drive.
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This contains the programs used to install “DVD-RAM Driver,” “WinDVD™5 (OEM Version)”
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(hereafter, WinDVD), “B’s Recorder GOLD7 BASIC” (hereafter, B’s Recorder) and “B’s CLiP 6”
(hereafter, B’s CLiP).
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[Illustration in this manual]
Windows XP indicates Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Operating System.
Windows 2000 indicates Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional Operating System.
NOTE
Windows XP
This manual explains the procedure for default settings. The procedure may differ
according to the settings.
Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
WinDVD
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™
is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc.
Usage Precautions
Do not place items other than discs on the tray.
Do not leave the tray in the open position or touch the lens.
Under some conditions, dust may build up on the lens, or on a disc. This may result in a
read or write malfunction.
Do not apply excessive force to the tray in the open position, doing so could damage the tray.
Do not open the drive or move the computer while the drive is being accessed.
Doing so could cause it to malfunction.
In addition, after running an application involving access to a disc, do not open the drive
or remove the disc until the application has been closed.
After the tray closes or the computer resumes operation from the standby/hibernation
modes, do not access the drive until the multimedia pocket device status indicator goes
off. However, when conducting a background format on +RW using B’s CLiP, the media
can be removed by operating B’s CLiP even when the drive is being accessed. ( page
20)
Do not expose the drive to excessive smoke that may leave a residue, i.e. oil smoke, or
tobacco smoke. Doing so could shorten the life of the drive lens.
We recommend cleaning the drive lens with an air puffer used for camera lenses. (Do not
use any spray-type of lens cleaning products.)
Never insert foreign objects such as paper clips into the drive. Doing so could cause it to
malfunction.
Do not use any discs that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round.
In the case of DVD-RAM, only non-cartridge discs or removable cartridge discs can be
used.
For AutoPlay CDs:
• If an AutoPlay CD does not start after the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation modes, remove the disc from the drive, then reinsert the disc again after a 15
second wait.
• An AutoPlay CD may start during file access, depending on the status of the disc.
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Usage Precautions
Handling Discs with Care:
Before using discs, carefully read through the Operating Instructions, the instructions for
handling the discs, and whatever is written on the disc packaging.
If the discs are not handled properly, they may become dirty or scratched, the writing speed
may be reduced or data may not be recorded or played back properly. Other damage may
result including drive failures.
Keep the following precautions.
Do not touch the data surface.
Keep the disc surfaces clean and free from dirt, dust and fingerprints, and do not allow
them to become scratched.
Do not write on the surface of the disc with a ballpoint pen or other writing instrument nor
paste any paper to it.
Do not drop, bend, or place heavy objects on top of discs.
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Do not place or store discs in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, humidity or dust.
If the disc is brought from a cold into a warm environment, moisture may form on the
disc. Wipe this moisture off with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the disc.
When discs are not actually being used, make sure to keep them inside their protective
cases or cartridges.
If the disc becomes dirty, clean it with the followings.
To remove dirt from a disc
<For read-only discs>
Wipe a disc with a dry, soft cloth from
the center toward the edges.
If the disc heavily gets dirty, wipe a disc
with a moist, soft cloth from the center toward the edges, and then wipe it again with a
dry cloth to take up remaining moisture.
<For recordable/rewritable discs>
Use the Panasonic disc cleaner to clean these discs.
Do not use a cloth, CD cleaners or any other such cleaners under any circumstances.
How to hold the disc
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Using the Drive
Installing/Removing a Device
Refer to “Multimedia Pocket” in the Reference Manual included with your computer for
details on how to install and remove the drive.
Preparations
Windows XP
Confirm that [Transfer Mode] is set to [DMA if available] in [start] - [Control Panel] [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager] - [IDE ATA/
ATAPI controllers] - [Secondary IDE Channel] - [Advanced Settings] - [Device 0]. Perform this setting if it has not yet been made.
Windows 2000
Confirm that [Transfer Mode] is set to [DMA if available] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control
Panel] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager] - [IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers] [Secondary IDE Channel] - [Advanced Settings] - [Device 0]. Perform this setting if it has
not yet been made.
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Using the Drive
Setting a Disc
1 Power on your computer.
2 Open the disc tray.
Press the eject button and slowly pull out the tray.
3 Place a disc.
① Place the disc with the label facing upward in
the drive.
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② Push down until the center holder clicks.
<Removing a disc>
Place a finger on the center holder and lift up on the
edge of the disc.
4 Close the disc tray.
Close the tray without touching the eject button.
CAUTION
After the tray closes, do not access the drive until the multimedia pocket device
status indicator goes off.
If the vibration of the drive is excessive, check to see if the disc is inserted correctly,
and check that the disc is in good condition. If the disc is good and inserted correctly,
set [CD/DVD Drive Speed] or [CD Drive Speed] to [Low] in the Setup Utility. (This
setting does not work for the DVD disc when using CF-29C****** and CF29D****** model.)
Label side up
Eject Button
Center Holder
Power-saving Mode
If the drive has not been accessed within 30 seconds, the drive motor will automatically shut
down to reduce the power consumption. When the drive is accessed once again, the power
of the drive motor is turned on. However, approximately 30 seconds are required until data
is actually read from the disc.
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Information
To play DVD-Video or MPEG2 files, install the DVD playback software using DVD
Drive Utility Disc (included).
For information on how to install the software, refer to page 14.
<Using PC Cards>
If the PC Card does not work, there may be no interrupt request (IRQ) line available.
Deactivate unnecessary equipment using in the Setup Utility.
When playing back movies from a disc, note that smooth playback may not be possible in
some cases.
About Regions Setting
DVD-Videos usually have a region code that is fixed according to the region where they are
sold. In order to play a DVD-Video, the region code of the player software and of the drive
must match that of the DVD-Video.
<Example>
For U.S.A. and Canada: “1”
For Europe: “2”
This drive’s region code is not set at the time of shipment from the factory. Therefore,
operations will differ depending on the first DVD-Video played.
In the case of a DVD-Video with a specific region code:
The drive and player software will automatically be set to the same region code as the
DVD-Video.
In the case of a DVD-Video with multiple region codes:
[Confirm Region] appears. Select region code of the drive and the player software, and
select [OK]. Play now begins.
([Confirm Region] may not appear for some DVD-Videos. To confirm the current region
code of the drive and the number of settings remaining, right-click on the WinDVD
screen and select [Setup] - [Region].)
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CAUTION
The region code of the drive can be set a total of five times, including the initial
setting. Proceed very carefully, because after the fourth change has been made, the
region code set last is fixed and no further changes can be made.
The user must take responsibility for any trouble that results from illegally changing
or altering the region code.
NOTE
[Confirm Region] will also be displayed if a DVD-Video with one region code is
inserted into a drive for which another region code has already been set.
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Using the Drive
When writing to discs
Read the instructions on the disc package carefully.
With DVD-RAM, you can write or rewrite as with the hard disk using Explorer, without
using the writing software. (DVD-RAM driver is required. Refer to page 12 on how to
install the software.)
Writing software is required to write data to a disc other than DVD-RAM.
Install “B’s Recorder” and “B’s CLiP” using “DVD Drive Utility Disc” (included).
( page 17)
Be sure to use discs conforming to the proper write speeds. ( page 24)
If the write operation is to involve a long period of time, be sure to connect the AC
adaptor. If the battery power runs low and the power of the computer is cut, the write
operation may end in failure.
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Be sure to use discs that meet the following specifications.
DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 (4.7 GB)
DVD-R for General Ver.2.0/4X-SPEED DVD-R REVISION 1.0 (4.7 GB)
DVD-R for General Ver.2.0/8X-SPEED DVD-R REVISION 3.0 (4.7 GB)
DVD-RW Ver.1.1 (4.7 GB)
DVD-RW Ver.1.1/2X-SPEED DVD-RW REVISION 1.0 (4.7 GB)
DVD-RW Ver.1.2/4X-SPEED DVD-RW REVISION 2.0 (4.7 GB)
DVD-RAM Ver.2.0 or Ver.2.1 (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)
DVD-RAM Ver.2.1/3X-SPEED DVD-RAM REVISION 1.0 (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)
DVD-RAM Ver.2.2/5X-SPEED DVD-RAM REVISION 2.0 (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)
+R Ver.1.0, Ver.1.1 or Ver.1.2
+R DL Ver.1.0
+RW Ver.1.1 or Ver.1.2
Depending on the disc, the quality of the write operation may not be so good. We recommend using any of the following discs.
Recommended Discs:
<CD-R>
HITACHI MAXELL, Ltd.
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
RICOH Co., Ltd.
TAIYO YUDEN Co., Ltd.
<CD-RW/High-Speed CD-RW>
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
RICOH Co., Ltd.
<Ultra-Speed CD-RW>
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
<DVD-R>
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
TAIYO YUDEN Co., Ltd.
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<DVD-RW>
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
Victor Company of Japan, Limited
<DVD-RAM>
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
HITACHI MAXELL, Ltd.
<+R>
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
RICOH Co., Ltd.
<+R DL>
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
<+RW>
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
Using the Software
There are “DVD-RAM Driver,” “WinDVD,” “B’s Recorder,” and “B’s CLiP” in DVD Drive
Utility Disc.
Install “DVD-RAM Driver” before installing “WinDVD,” “B’s Recorder” and “B’s CLiP.”
Before Installing the Software
Insert the drive into the multimedia pocket. ( “Multimedia Pocket”)
Windows XP
Right-click [(x:)]*1 in [start] - [My Computer], select [Properties] - [Recording], then
delete the check mark for [Enable CD recording on this drive].
(Delete the check mark for [Enable CD recording on this drive] every time a new user is added.)
*1“x” is the drive letter. You can change the letter to suit your preference.
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs] to check which
version of Windows Media Player is provided on your computer, and then follow the
steps below to uninstall Adaptec CD-Burning Plug-in.
<When Windows Media Player 7 is installed>
1 Select [Windows Media Player 7] - [Change/Remove] in [Add/Remove Programs].
2 Select [Remove Windows Media components] and select [Next].
3 Select [Adaptec CD-Burning Plug-in] from the components list, and select [Next].
4 If the message “Windows Media setup is now ready to uninstall” appears, select [Next].
5 Select [Finish] and restart the computer.
<When Windows Media Player 9 is installed>
1 Select [Start] - [Run], input
[rundll32 advpack.dll,LaunchINFSection C:\winnt*2\inf\roxio.inf,uninstall], and select [OK].
2 At [Advanced INF Install] screen, select [OK].
*2C:\winnt denotes the folder where Windows is installed. A different letter may be input for
the drive instead of C depending on which letters are assigned to which drives for use.
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CAUTION
Do not install the software using a drive other than this drive. Be sure to insert this
drive into your computer, and then insert the disc for installation.
Close all other software application before running the Setup program for DVDRAM Driver, WinDVD, B’s Recorder and B’s CLiP for added safety.
Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.
Do not lose the serial number marked on the sticker on the packaging of the CD case.
NOTE
Depending on the computer, preparatory steps may be necessary before installation.
Before installing the application, be sure to read the Operating Instructions or Reference Manual of the computer.
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Using the Software
DVD-RAM Driver
After installing DVD-RAM Driver, you can use a DVD-RAM disc.
For more information, refer to the online manual of DVD-RAM Driver (
Installing DVD-RAM Driver
1 Set “DVD Drive Utility Disc” in the drive.
Windows XP
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[Utility Setup tool] screen will appear (allow some time for disc recognition).
When the setup program will not run automatically, input [x:\setuputil.exe]*1in [start] [Run] and select [OK].
Windows 2000
At the message, select [OK]. [Utility Setup tool] screen will appear (allow some time for
disc recognition).
When the setup program will not run automatically, input [x:\setuputil.exe]*1in [Start] [Run] and select [OK]. At the message, select [OK].
*1“x” is the drive letter. You can change the letter to suit your preference.
2 Select [DVD-RAM Software Setup].
3 Select [Driver and Formatter Setup].
4 At the welcome screen, select [Next].
5 The License Agreement screen appears. Carefully read the agreement, then select [Yes].
6 At [Choose Destination Location] screen, do not change the setting, and select [Next].
7 At [Select Program Folder] screen, do not change the setting, and select [Next].
8 At [Start Copying Files] screen, select [Next].
9 After installation, execute the following operations.
Windows XP
Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], then select [Finish]. The computer will
restart automatically.
Windows 2000
Select [Finish]. (Then detecting DVD-RAM devices will start. If [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen is displayed, select [Finish].)
When [System Settings Changes] screen is displayed, select [Yes]. (If two [System
Settings Changes] screens are displayed, select [Yes] on one of them.)
The computer will restart automatically.
page 13).
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NOTE
DVDForm can be used only when logging on with administrator authority. (
page 22)
Windows 2000
After installing DVD-RAM Driver, a new removable disk drive will be allocated.
This newly added drive will be used when writing to the DVD-RAM disc.
How to access the Online Manual
Windows XP
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM Driver] - [Using DVD-RAM
disc].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM Driver] - [Using DVD-RAM
disc].
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Using the Software
WinDVD
WinDVD is a software application for DVD playback.
Here, you will find explanations and general information on the installation procedure and
how to access the online manual.
Installing WinDVD
1 Set “DVD Drive Utility Disc” in the drive. ( page 12 step 1)
2 Select [WinDVD Setup].
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3 Select [Next] at the Welcome Message.
4 After reading the “License Agreement”*1, select [Yes] if you agree to the terms.
*1Refer to the “LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT” on the Operating Instructions of the
computer.
5 Follow the on-screen instructions and install WinDVD.
Running WinDVD
You can run WinDVD using either of the following procedures.
Double-click on the desktop.
Windows XP
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [InterVideo WinDVD] - [InterVideo WinDVD].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [InterVideo WinDVD] - [InterVideo WinDVD].
<How to access the online manual>
Select “?” of the WinDVD control panel.
Right-click on the WinDVD screen and select [Help].
NOTE
Do not enter the standby or hibernation mode, or switch the display by pressing
Fn + F3 while WinDVD is running.
Do not start WinDVD while the hard disk drive indicator is blinking immediately
after the computer was started up.
During video playback, do not perform the following.
• Ejecting the disc
• Using other applications or the Command Prompt
• Changing the settings of the screen properties
If you maximize the video display window, you can return to the original window
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size by double-clicking over the images.
NOTE
When the number of display colors is increased, a message appears and the DVD
cannot be played:
• Reduce the number of display colors.
• Windows XP
Right-click on the desktop, select [Properties] - [Settings] - [Advanced] - [Troubleshoot] and maximize the value of Hardware acceleration.
Windows 2000
Right-click on the desktop, select [Properties] - [Settings] - [Advanced] - [Trouble-
shooting] and maximize the value of Hardware acceleration.
Immediately after resuming from a pause, frame dropping may occur depending on
the operating environment or DVD-video (images or sounds are disrupted).
In the Extended Desktop or simultaneous (internal/external) display mode, there are
times when images or video are not displayed correctly.
During a prolonged period of rapid advance, the pause mode may be established at
some point. If this happens, exit WinDVD, and restart.
Before using the capture function in WinDVD, first remove the checkmark from
[Use Hardware Decode Acceleration].
(To display the [Use Hardware Decode Acceleration] setting screen, right-click on
the WinDVD screen, and select [Setup] - [Video].)
Take steps to ensure that no other player software is allowed to coexist with WinDVD.
It may not be possible to play images properly if any player software other than WinDVD
is installed. There are some DVD-Videos available on the market that work by installing their own player software when they are played. In the case of such a DVD, be
absolutely sure to abort the installation of the player software as soon as the installation
start screen appears. If the software is installed by mistake and the images cannot be
played properly, take the following action and see if it remedies the situation.
• Uninstall the DVD’s player software which has been installed.
(Refer to the DVD-Video’s instructions for the name of the player software which
is to be uninstalled.)
Windows XP
Uninstall the player software by selecting [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs].
Windows 2000
Uninstall the player software by selecting [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] [Add/Remove Programs].
• Specify WinDVD if the DVD’s player software settings enable WinDVD to be
specified for playing the DVD.
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Using the Software
Play of a DVD Created with DVD Recorder
Playable DVD media: DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW
However, the following restrictions apply.
In order to play DVD-R and DVD-RW, they must be finalized (a process that enables it to
play on other DVD players etc.). For information on the finalizing method used by your
DVD recorder, refer to its operating instructions.
DVD-RW recorded in the VR format can be played with the administrator authority only.
Depending on the DVD recorder or the manufacturer of the media used for creation, it
may not be playable.
Media in which digital broadcasts have been recorded using copyright management technologies such as CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) cannot be played
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back.
DVD-Audio cannot be played back on WinDVD.
SUPPORT INFORMATION
If WinDVD does not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help
file first for problems with the operating environment or operations.
If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, enter the required information in the inquiry form on the InterVideo, Inc. homepage (http://www.intervideo.com/), and submit
the form.
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B’s Recorder / B’s CLiP
“B’s Recorder” and “B’s CLiP” are CD and DVD recording software applications developed by B.H.A Corporation.
Here, explanations are given on general information about B’s Recorder and B’s CLiP, the
installation procedure, and how to access the online manual. Refer to the online manual
concerning the detailed use of the software application (
Applicable Media
CD-R*1 (one-time recordable CD media)
CD-RW (writable/rewritable or erasable CD media)
DVD-R*1 (one-time writable DVD media)
+R*1 (one-time writable media)
+R DL*1 (single-sided dual-layer one-time recordable media)
DVD-RAM*1 (rewritable DVD media)
DVD-RW (writable/rewritable or erasable DVD media)
+RW (writable/rewritable or erasable media)
*1Applicable only for B’s Recorder. Cannot read from or write to CD-R/DVD-R/+R/+R DL/
DVD-RAM disc using B’s CLiP.
About Copies
When writing to discs, make sure that you are not infringing any copyrights.
It is illegal to copy audio CDs for non-personal use.
When backing up software, make sure that you are not infringing any software copyrights for that product.
page 19).
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Installing B’s Recorder / B’s CLiP
CAUTION
Windows 2000
Before installing B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP, confirm that Adaptec CD-Burning Plugin is uninstalled.
1 Set “DVD Drive Utility Disc” in the drive. ( page 12 step 1)
2 Select [B’s Recorder Gold/B’s CLiP Setup].
3 Select [B’s Recorder GOLD BASIC] and follow the on-screen instructions.
During the course of the installation process, you will be asked to input a serial number.
Input the serial number marked on the sticker on the packaging of the CD case or on the
disc itself.
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Using the Software
4 Upon completion of the installation, select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now],
then select [Finish]. The computer will restart automatically.
5 Windows XP
Input [x:\setuputil.exe]*1 in [start] - [Run] and select [OK].
[Utility Setup tool] screen will appear.
Windows 2000
Input [x:\setuputil.exe]*1 in [Start] - [Run] and select [OK]. At the message, select [OK].
[Utility Setup tool] screen will appear.
*1“x” is the drive letter. You can change the letter to suit your preference.
6 Select [B’s Recorder Gold/B’s CLiP Setup].
7 Select [B’s CLiP6] and follow the on-screen instructions.
During the course of the installation process, you will be asked to input a serial number.
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Input the serial number marked on the sticker on the packaging of the CD case or on the
disc itself.
8 Upon completion of the installation, select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now],
then select [Finish]. The computer will restart automatically.
Running B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP
B’s Recorder
You can run B’s Recorder using either of the following procedures.
Double-click on the desktop.
Windows XP
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s Recorder GOLD BASIC] - [B’s
Recorder GOLD BASIC].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s Recorder GOLD BASIC] - [B’s Recorder GOLD BASIC].
B’s CLiP
B’s CLiP runs when the computer starts up, and or is displayed on the taskbar.
Usage Precautions
B’s Recorder
• DVD-RAM recorded using B’s Recorder become “read only.”
Once a DVD-RAM disc has been written using B’s Recorder, physical formatting is
required to write using applications other than B’s Recorder. ( page 22)
• Be sure to shut down B’s Recorder before logging off Windows.
B’s Recorder may fail to start up properly. If this occurs, restart the computer.
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B’s CLiP
• Cannot read from or write to CD-R/DVD-R/+R/+R DL/DVD-RAM disc using B’s
CLiP. Only CD-RW/DVD-RW/+RW are available.
• Cannot read from or write to DVD-RW discs created using DVD recorders.
• Do not use the Fast User Switching function.
If this function is used, or will no longer be shown on the taskbar after the
switching is complete, and B’s CLiP cannot be used. If this happens, log off all users,
and then log on to Windows with the user you want to use.
• Do not remove the media immediately after reading or writing, even after the Windows copying message has disappeared.
• When is displayed on the taskbar, the computer cannot enter standby or hibernation mode.
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How to access the Online Manual
B’s Recorder
Windows XP
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s Recorder GOLD BASIC] - [DOC] - [User’s Manual].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s Recorder GOLD BASIC] - [DOC] - [User’s Manual].
B’s CLiP
Windows XP
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s CLiP] - [User’s Manual].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s CLiP] - [User’s Manual].
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Using the Software
Notes During Use
Disc cover opens automatically
• When B’s Recorder is finished writing, the disc cover opens automatically. You can change
the settings for B's Recorder so that the disc cover does not open automatically. If you select
[OK] after writing, however, the disk cover will open regardless of the settings.
To format disc using B’s CLiP
• Right-click or and then select [Format].
Discs formatted or written using methods other than B’s CLiP cannot be used.
• After formatting the disc, if the disk does not mount (is not recognized), remove it,
and insert it again.
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• Eject the formatted disks as described below.
When ejecting the disc while is displayed on the taskbar
• Right-click and select [Eject].
Only eject discs as described above.
• If you cannot eject the disc even after attempting the operation described above, shut
down Windows and after the power is off, insert a pointed object (e.g., the bent-out
tip of a paper clip, or the tip of a ballpoint pen) into the emergency hole and pull out
the tray.
To disable B’s CLiP when it is not used
• Make the settings following the steps below.
1 Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.
2 Windows XP
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s CLiP] - [B’s Config].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s CLiP] - [B’s Config].
3 Add a check mark for [Disable B’s CLiP] at [System Configuration], and select [OK].
4 When a message appears asking if you want to restart your computer, select [Yes].
To start using B’s CLiP again, remove the check mark from [Disable B’s CLiP] using
step 3 described above, and select [OK].
Background formatting to B's CLiP +RW media (discs)
• Formatting of +RW media (discs) using B’s CLiP appears to finish in a very short
time, but in fact a “background formatting” is operating to automatically format the
non-formatted segments. For this reason, the multimedia pocket device status indicator lights.
• Even during background formatting, it is possible to read and write to media.
• Only during background formatting, it is possible to remove the media even while
the multimedia pocket device status indicator is lit.
Right-click on the taskbar, select [Eject], and remove the media.
• Do not remove the media immediately after reading or writing, even after the Win-
dows “Copying” message has disappeared.
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• If the formatting of the removed media has not been completed, the background
formatting will restart when the media is returned to the drive. Background formatting will continue until the formatting is complete.
• When carrying the computer during background formatting:
Right-click on the taskbar, select [Eject], and remove the media.
If “B’s Recorder” or “B’s CLiP” has been deleted, reinstall it. ( page 17)
SUPPORT INFORMATION
About User Registration
Follow the steps below for user registration.
1 While connected to the Internet, start up B’s Recorder.
2 Select [Help] - [Related Websites] - [User Registration] and follow the on-screen
instructions.
If B’s Recorder and B’s CLiP do not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help file first for problems with the operating environment or operations. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact B.H.A.
URL: http://www.bhacorp.com/
e-mail: U.S./Canada (English) : BHAxpsupport@bhacorp.com
Other countries (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish) :
eurosupport@bhacorp.com
When Using DVD-RAM Discs
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To write a file to a DVD-RAM disc, logical formatting is required.
It is possible to write a file to a logically formatted DVD-RAM disc in the same way as
writing to a floppy disk or hard disk.
For details, refer to [Using DVD-RAM disc]. ( page 13)
NOTE
If you write using B’s Recorder, because the format is different, it will no longer
be possible to write using applications other than B’s Recorder. To enable writing, physical formatting is required. ( page 22)
Logical formatting type
There are two types of formatting for DVD-RAM discs: UDF (Universal Disk Format)
and FAT32.
We recommend that you choose the formatting type depending on the application.
• UDF1.5
Standard format for DVD-RAM. Data with large file sizes (images or audio data) can
be read and written at high speed. We recommend this format when using DVDRAM for storing data.
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Using the Software
• UDF2.0
This format is used for DVD video recorders conforming to “Video Recording Standards” as established by the DVD Forum, or for PC recording software conforming to
the same standards.
• FAT32 format*
A format supported by Windows 95(OSR2) / 98 / Me / 2000 / XP.
DVD-RAM disks in FAT32 format cannot be used on Windows 95 (other than OSR2)
/Windows NT.
*1When reading with a device on which an OS other than Windows XP has been installed, it is
necessary to have a drive and a driver that are compatible with DVD-RAM.
Logical formatting
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Formatting software and drivers required to conduct each type of formatting have been
installed in this computer.
CAUTION
When formatting is executed, recorded data is erased and can no longer be read.
Back up data as required.
Before starting up formatting software, close all application software that uses DVDRAM discs.
1 Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.
2 Set the DVD-RAM disc to be formatted in the drive.
3 Windows XP
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM Driver] - [DVDForm].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM Driver] - [DVDForm].
4 Select in [Format Type] to select the format, and select [Start].
• [Volume Label]
When UDF format has been selected, input the volume label.
When the volume label is not input, it will be set automatically (UDF year / month / day).
• [Execute physical format]
Inspect all sectors on the disc, and execute replacement processing of bad sectors. (Normally, it is not necessary to select this.)
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Troubleshooting
The computer does not recognize
the drive
The Multimedia pocket device
status indicator does not light
Cannot play disc or read data
from it
“B’s Recorder” and “B’s CLiP”
do not work properly
Cannot eject disc
Check the settings by following the instructions in
“Preparations” (
Is the drive properly mounted in the multimedia
pocket?
Restart the computer.
Is the disc loaded on the tray correctly? ( page
8)
Is the disc bent, scratched, or dirty?
An error may occur if, after the tray has been closed
or operation has been resumed from the standby/
hibernation modes, the drive is accessed before the
Multimedia Pocket device status indicator goes
off. Also, an error may occur if the drive is accessed by the application software automatically.
In a case like this, remove the disc, re-insert it, and
try again.
Is writing software other than “B’s Recorder” or
“B’s CLiP” installed?
Uninstall the writing software other than “B's Recorder” or “B’s CLiP.”
Is the computer powered on?
To remove a disc when the computer is powered
off, insert a sharp object such as the bent-out tip of
a paper clip into the emergency hole. Pushing it
completely to the end will free the tray so that it
can be pulled out.
page 7).
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The disc tray does not close
Emergency Hole
When using a software such as B’s CLiP that controls the disc removal, remove the disc while referring to the software’s operating instructions.
If a disc with fingerprints or other dirt is used, you
may not be able to remove it. Use a clean disc.
( page 6)
Did you touch the eject button when you close the
tray?
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Specifications
Item
Operating voltage range
Drive Supports DVD
CD
DC 5 V ± 0.25 V
DVD-ROM (4.7 GB, 8.5 GB, 9.4 GB, 17 GB)*1,
DVD-R (1.4 GB*
Authoring*
GB*
2
, 4.7 GB*1For General), DVD-RW*3(1.4
2
, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB)*
GB, 2.6 GB*
CD-Audio, CD-ROM, CD-R, Photo CD, Video CD,
Description
1
,3.95 GB*
1
2
, 5.2 GB*2, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB)*
1*2
, 4.7 GB*
, DVD-RAM*
4
(1.4 GB, 2.8
Enhanced Music CD, CD-RW, CD-TEXT
Others
Data transfer
rate
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DVD-ROM read*5*
DVD-R write*6*
DVD-RW write*6*
DVD-RAM write*6*
+R write*6*
+R DL write*
+RW write*6*
CD-ROM read*5*
CD-R write*7*
CD-RW write*
High-Speed
CD-RW write*
Ultra-Speed
CD-RW write*
Buffer underrun error prevention function
Cache memory
Interface
Dimensions (width × depth × height)
+R (4.7 GB*1), +R DL (8.5 GB*1), +RW (4.7 GB*1)
6
8x speed (Max.)
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1x speed, 2x speed, 2-4x speed, 2-6x speed, 2-8x speed
7
1x speed, 2x speed, 2-4x speed
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2x speed, 3x speed
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2.4x speed, 2.4-4x speed, 2.4-6x speed, 2.4-8x speed
6
2.4x speed
7
2.4x speed, 2.4-4x speed
8
24x speed (Max.)
8
4x speed, 8x speed, 8-12x speed, 8-16x speed, 8-24x speed
8
4x speed
4x speed, 8x speed, 10x speed
8
8x speed, 10x speed
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Supported
9
2 MB*
Conforms to enhanced IDE (ATAPI) standard
130 mm × 150 mm × 23.7 mm
{5.2" × 6.0" × 1.0"}
Weight
Operating temperature/
Humidity range
Approx. 320 g {0.71 lb.}
5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F}/
30 % RH to 80 % RH (no condensation)
*11 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Your operating system or some application software will report as
fewer GB.
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Read only.
*
*3Does not support DVD-RW Ver.1.0.
4
In the case of DVD-RAM, only non-cartridge discs or removable cartridge discs can be used.
*
5
If an unbalanced disc (i.e., a disc with which the balance has been displaced from the center) is
*
inserted, the speed may become slower if there are large vibrations while the disc is rotating.
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The data transfer rate of DVD per 1x speed is 1,350 KB/s.
*
*7Depending on the disc, the writing speed may become slower.
8
The data transfer rate of CD per 1x speed is 150 KB/s.
*
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1 MB = 1,048,576 bytes.
*
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For
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Einführung
Wir freuen uns, dass Sie sich für das DVD MULTI-Laufwerk-Pack für Ihr
Panasonic-Notebook CF-29 entschieden haben.
Dieses Laufwerk wird über das Multimedia Pocket an das Notebook angeschlossen.
Sie sollten diese Bedienungsanleitung an einer sicheren Stelle verwahren.
DVD MULTI-Laufwerk-Pack*1....
1
Bedienungsanleitung .............. 1
DVD Drive Utility Disc*2............ 1
*1Das DVD MULTI-Laufwerk-Pack wird Laufwerk in diesem Buch abgekürzt genannt, sowie es
keine Not gibt.
*2Hier sind die Programme enthalten, die zur Installation von „DVD-RAM Driver“ (DVD-
RAMtreiber), „WinDVD
SIC“ (nachfolgend B’s Recorder) und „B’s CLiP 6“ (nachfolgend B’s CLiP) verwendet werden.
™
5 (OEM Version)“ (nachfolgend WinDVD), „B’s Recorder GOLD7 BA-
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[Illustration im Manual]
Windows XP steht für das Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Betriebssystem.
Windows 2000 steht für das Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional Betriebssystem.
HINWEIS
Windows XP
Diese Anleitung erläutert das Verfahren für die Standardeinstellungen. Das Verfahren
kann je nach den Einstellungen verschieden sein.
Microsoft® und Windows® sind eingetragene Warenzeichen von Microsoft Corporation in den USA
und/oder anderen Ländern.
WinDVD
™
ist ein Warenzeichen von InterVideo, Inc.
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Vorsichtsmaßnahmen zum Gebrauch
Legen Sie nur Discs in das Laufwerkfach ein.
Lassen Sie das Disc-Fach nicht geöffnet, und berühren Sie das Objektiv nicht.
Unter gewissen Bedingungen kann sich Staub auf dem Objektiv oder auf einer Disc
absetzen. Daraus können Lese- oder Schreibfehler resultieren.
Achten Sie darauf, das geöffnete Fach nicht zu stark zu belasten, es könnte dabei beschädigt
werden.
Öffnen Sie das Laufwerk nicht und bewegen Sie den Computer nicht, während sich das
Laufwerk in Betrieb befindet.
Anderenfalls könnte eine Funktionsstörung auftreten.
Außerdem sollten Sie bei Verwendung einer Anwendung, die den Zugriff auf das
Laufwerk erfordert, das Laufwerk nicht öffnen und die Disc nicht herausnehmen, bis Sie
die Anwendung geschlossen haben.
Nachdem Sich das Disc-Fach schließt oder der Computer den Betrieb aus dem
Bereitschaftszustand/Stilllegungsmodus fortsetzt, verwenden Sie das Laufwerk nicht, bis
die Status-Anzeige des Geräts „Multimedia Pocket“ erlischt. Wenn Sie jedoch mit
Hilfe von B’s CLiP eine Hintergrundformatierung auf +RW durchführen, kann das Medium durch den Betrieb von B’s CLiP selbst dann entfernt werden, wenn ein Zugriff auf
das Laufwerk erfolgt. (
Halten Sie das Laufwerk von starkem Rauch, der Spuren hinterlassen kann (d. h. Ölrauch),
oder Tabakrauch fern. Anderenfalls könnte die Lebensdauer des Laufwerkobjektivs
verkürzt werden.
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Wir empfehlen die Reinigung des Laufwerkobjektivs mit einer Luftgebläsevorrichtung,
die zum Reinigen von Kameraobjektiven verwendet wird. (Verwenden Sie zum Reinigen
des Objektivs keine Reinigungssprays.)
Führen Sie in das Laufwerk keine Fremdkörper wie z.B. Büroklammern ein. Anderenfalls
könnte eine Funktionsstörung auftreten.
Verwenden Sie keine Discs, die deformiert, verzogen bzw. nicht vollkommen rund sind.
Es können nur DVD-RAM-Discs ohne Cartridge bzw. mit entfernbarer Cartridge
verwendet werden.
Hinweise zu AutoPlay-CDs:
• Falls eine AutoPlay CD nicht startet, nachdem der Computer den Betrieb aus dem
Bereitschaftsmodus oder dem Stilllegungsmodus fortsetzt, nehmen Sie die Disc aus
dem Laufwerk, setzen Sie sie dann nach etwa 15 Sekunden erneut ein.
• Je nach dem Status der Disc, kann eine AutoPlay CD während des Dateizugriffs gestartet
werden.
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Sorgfältige Handhabung der Discs:
Bevor Sie die Discs verwenden, lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung, die Anleitungen zur
Handhabung von Discs und alle Hinweise auf der Disc-Verpackung bitte aufmerksam durch.
Falls die Discs nicht richtig behandelt werden, können sie verschmutzt oder zerkratzt werden,
die Schreibgeschwindigkeit kann abnehmen oder die Daten werden ggf. nicht richtig
aufgezeichnet oder wiedergegeben. Oder es können andere Schäden auftreten, einschließlich
Laufwerkversagen.
Beachten Sie daher die folgenden Vorsichtshinweise.
Berühren Sie die Datenoberfläche nie.
Halten Sie die Disc-Oberflächen sauber und frei von Schmutz, Staub und
Fingerabdrücken, und vermeiden Sie Kratzer auf den Oberflächen.
Schreiben Sie nicht mit einem Kugelschreiber oder anderen Schreibstift auf die DiscOberfläche, und kleben Sie kein Papier darauf.
Discs dürfen weder fallengelassen noch verbogen oder durch schwere Gegenstände
belastet werden.
Verwahren Sie Ihre Discs nicht an einem Ort, wo sie zu hohen Temperaturen, direkter
Sonneneinstrahlung, Feuchtigkeit oder Staub ausgesetzt sind.
Wenn Discs aus kalten in warme Räume gebracht werden, kann auf ihnen Feuchtigkeit
kondensieren. Diese muß mit einem weichen, nicht fusselnden Tuch entfernt werden,
bevor Sie die Disc in das Laufwerk einlegen können.
Wenn die Discs nicht verwendet werden, bewahren Sie sie in ihren Schutzhüllen oder
Kassetten auf.
Falls die Disc verschmutzt ist, reinigen Sie sie wie folgt.
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Staubentfernung von einer Disc
<Für Nur-Lese-Discs>
Wischen Sie die Disc mit einem weichen,
trockenen Tuch von der Mitte gerade nach
außen ab.
Falls die Disc stark verschmutzt ist, wischen Sie sie mit einem weichen, feuchten Tuch
ab, indem Sie von der Mitte gerade nach außen wischen, und wischen Sie dann mit einem
trockenen Tuch nach, um die verbleibende Feuchtigkeit aufzunehmen.
<Für wieder beschreibbare Discs>
Verwenden Sie das Panasonic Disc-Reinigungsmittel, um diese Discs zu reinigen.
Verwenden Sie auf alle Fälle weder ein Tuch noch CD-Reinigungsmittel oder andere
derartige Reinigungsmittel.
Festhalten der Disc
richtig
falsch
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Gebrauch des Laufwerks
Installieren/Entfernen eines Gerätes
Hinweise zum Installieren/Entfernen des Laufwerks finden Sie unter „Multimedia Pocket“
im „Reference Manual“, das mit Ihrem Computer mitgeliefert wird.
Vorbereitungen
Windows XP
Vergewissern Sie sich, dass [Übertragungsmodus] unter [Start] - [Systemsteuerung] [Leistung und Wartung] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Geräte-Manager] - [IDE ATA/ATAPIController] - [Sekundärer IDE-Kanal] - [Erweiterte Einstellungen] - [Gerät 0] auf [DMA,
wenn verfügbar] eingestellt ist. Falls nicht, nehmen Sie diese Einstellung vor.
Windows 2000
Vergewissern Sie sich, dass [Übertragungsmodus] unter [Start] - [Einstellungen] [Systemsteuerung]- [System] - [Hardware] - [Geräte-Manager] - [IDE ATA/ATAPI-Controller] - [Sekundärer IDE-Kanal] - [Erweiterte Einstellungen] - [Gerät 0] auf [DMA, wenn
verfügbar] eingestellt ist. Falls nicht, nehmen Sie diese Einstellung vor.
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Einlegen einer Disc
1 Schalten Sie das Notebook ein.
2 Öffnen Sie das Laufwerkfach.
Drücken Sie die Auswurftaste und ziehen Sie das
Laufwerk vorsichtig heraus.
Etikettseite nach
oben
3 Einstecken einer Disc.
①Legen Sie die Disc mit der Beschriftung nach oben
in das Laufwerk ein.
②Drücken Sie die Disc nach unten, bis sie in den
Zentrierring einrastet.
<Auswerfen einer Disc>
Legen Sie einen Finger auf den Zentrierring und ziehen
Sie die Disc nach oben, indem Sie sie am Rand halten.
Auswurftaste
Zentrierring
4 Schließen Sie das Fach.
Achten Sie beim Schließen des Laufwerkfachs darauf, eine Berührung der Auswurftaste
zu vermeiden.
VORSICHT
Verwenden Sie das Laufwerk nicht, bis sich das Disc-Fach schließt und die StatusAnzeige des Geräts „Multimedia Pocket“ erlischt.
Falls die Disc zu stark vibriert, überprüfen Sie, ob sie korrekt eingesetzt ist und sich in
gutem Zustand befindet. Falls sich die Disc in gutem Zustand befindet und korrekt
eingesetzt ist, stellen Sie [CD/DVD Drive Speed] oder [CD Drive Speed] im SetupDienstprogramm auf [Low] ein. (Bei Verwendung der Modelle CF-29C****** und
CF-29D****** steht diese Einstellung nicht für die DVD-ROM Disc zur Verfügung.)
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Energiesparfunktion
30 Sekunden nach dem letzten Zugriff auf das Laufwerk wird der Laufwerksmotor
automatisch abgeschaltet, um die Leistungsaufnahme zu reduzieren. Bei einem erneuten
Zugriff auf das Laufwerk wird der Motor wieder eingeschaltet. Das Hochlaufen dauert etwa
30 Sekunden, erst danach können wieder Daten von der Disc gelesen werden.
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