Pioneer PRA-DW11 User Manual

DVD-R/RW WRITER UNIT
GRAVEUR DE DVD-R/RW

DVD-R/RW-SCHREIBEINHEIT

DVD-R/RWライターユニット

PRA-DW11

English

Français

Deutsch

Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
Bedienungsanleitung

LASER DIODE – This product contains a laser diode. To assure continued safety, DO
NOT remove any convers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES

OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION: USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE

HAZARD.

For U.S. model

INFORMATION COMPLYING DHHS
RULES IS MARKED ON THE TOP COVER
AS FOLLOWS:

DANDER – VISIBLE AND

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO
BEAM.

[For Canadian model]

This Class A digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

[Pour le modèle Canadien]

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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PRA-DW11

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to
operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

This product complies with the EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) and CE Marking
Directive (93/68/EEC).

Ce produit est conforme aux directives relatives à la compatibilité électromagnétique (89/336/
CEE, 92/31/CEE) et à la directive CE relative aux marquages (93/68/CEE).

Dieses Produkt entspricht den EMV-Richtlinien (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) und CE­Markierungsrichtlinien (93/68/EEC).

Questo prodotto è conforme alle direttive EMC (89/336/CEE, 92/31/CEE) e alla direttiva sul
marchio CE (93/68/CEE).

Dit produkt voldoet aan de EMC-richtlijnen (89/336/EEC en 92/31/EEC) en de CE­markeringsrichtlijn (93/68/EEC).

Denna produkt uppfyller föreskrifterna i EMC-direktiv (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) och CE­märkningsdirektiv (93/68/EEC).

Este producto cumple con las Directivas EMC (89/336/CEE, 92/31/CEE) y Directiva de Marcación
CE (93/68/CEE).

Este produto cumpre com as Directivas EMC (89/336/CEE, 92/31/CEE) e Directiva da Marcação
CE (93/68/CEE).

Dette produkt er i overensstemmelse med direktiverne vedrørende elektromagnetisk
kompatibilitet (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) og CE-direktivet vedrørende mærkning (93/68/EEC).

VARNING!

Om apparaten används på annat sätt än i denna bruksanvisning spacificerats, kan användaren
utsättas för osynling laserstrålning som överskrider gränsen för laserklass 1.

ADVARSEL:

Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion. Undgå udsaettelse
for stråling.

VAROITUS!

Laitten käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altistaa käuttäjän
turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle.

WARNING:

Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California and other governmental entities to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

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FOR ENGLAND

Warning

This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

FOR FRANCE

Attention

Ce produit est de classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, il peut entraîner des interférences
et l’utilisateur peut alors être améne à prendre les mesures qui s’imposent.

FOR GERMANY

Warnung

Dies ist ein Produkt der Klasse A. In einer häuslichen Umgebung kann dieses Produkt
Störgeräusche (Funkstörungen) verursachen. In diesem Fall kann es erforderlich sein, geeignete
Maßnahmen zu ergreifen.

FOR ITALY

Avvertenza

Questo è un prodotto di classe A. In ambiente domestico, questo prodotto può provocare
interferenze radio per le quali l’utente deve adottare contromisure adeguate.

FOR SPAIN

Advertencia

Éste es un producto de clase A. En un entorno doméstico, este producto Puede causar
radiointerferencias internas que obliguen al usuario a tomar las medidas adecuadas.

FOR PORTUGAL

Aviso

Este produto pertence à classe A. Quando num ambiente doméstico este produto pode provocar
rádio interferências para as quais o utilizador pode ter que tomar medidas adequadas.

FOR BELGIUM AND NETHERLANDS

Waarschuwing

Dit is een product dat tot klasse A behoort. In woningen kan dit product radiostoringen
veroorzaken. In voorkomend geval moet de gebruiker gepaste maatregelen nemen.

FOR DENMARK

Advarsel

Dette er et klasse A-produkt, som kan forårsage radiointerferens ved brug i hjemmet. Hvis det
er tilfældet, kan brugeren blive nødt til tage passende forholdsregler.

FOR SWEDEN

Varning

Det här är en klass A-produkt. I hemmiljö kan radiostörningar uppstå och användaren bör då vidta
lämpliga åtgärder.

[For Australian and New Zealander models]

Warning

This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

[For Korean model]

[For Taiwanese model]

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PRA-DW11

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your
model properly.

This product is an optional drive designed for model PRV-LX1 DVD recorder.

This means that this unit cannot be used alone or connected to other equipment than
specified.

Installation Precautions

7 Installation of this device requires a high level of technological expertise; to

assure proper operation and personal safety, installation is to be performed
by a Pioneer Service representative. For details, consult your dealer.

Precautions Regarding Use

7 Pioneer may not be held liable for the loss of any data or any other direct or

indirect damage suffered as the result of the use or breakdown of this product.
It is strongly recommended that regular backups be taken of all critical data.

7 Care must be taken not to infringe copyright restrictions under the laws of

each country.
If this device is used to record copyrighted materials, approval must be
obtained from the respective copyright holders. The recording of copyrighted
materials without the express approval of the respective copyright holders
may result in legal penalties. Pioneer disclaims any and all responsibility for
any legal damages resulting from the use of this device in the unauthorized
copying of copyrighted materials.

7 All names of corporations, products, and systems listed herein, even when

the (™) or (®) symbols are omitted, should be considered the registered
trademarks of their respective owners.

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CAUTION

This product contains a laser diode of higher
class than 1. To ensure continued safety,
do not remove any covers or attempt to
gain access to the inside of the product.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
The following caution label appears on your
unit.

Location: on top of the cover

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

The Generation of Acoustical Noise Is Less
Than 70dB.(ISO7779/DIN45635)

[For U.S. model]
IMPORTANT NOTICE

The serial number for this equipment is
located on the top panel. Please write this
serial number on your enclosed warranty
card and keep it in a secure area. This is for
your security.

H006AEn

Table of Contents

Confirm Accessories ........................ 6

Precautions Regarding Use ............. 6

Connectors

Installation ........................................ 9

Specifications ................................. 14

(rear panel of drive unit) ..

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Confirm Accessories

Heat sink (with heat dissipation sheet) (1)

Tray panel 2 (1)

Drive 2 frame (1)

Screws (for heat sink installation) (2)

Flange screws (black, for drive installation) (4)

Warranty card for USA (1)

Warranty card for Japan (1)

Operating Instructions (1)

÷ Consult your dealer regarding missing accessories.

Precautions Regarding Use

÷ Be sure to read and thoroughly understand the operating instructions for the main unit

(PRV-LX1) before use.

÷ Be sure to store these Operating Instructions in a safe and convenient place, where

they can be consulted easily if necessary.

÷ Do not install or use this unit in locations exposed to high temperature, high humidity,

or high concentrations of dust.

÷ Do not subject the unit to impacts or vibrations during use, and do not disconnect the

power while the unit is operating.

÷ When installing this unit to the DVD recorder PRV-LX1, always detach all cables and

the power cord to the DVD recorder before beginning (except when performing
operating confirmation).

÷ Take care not to allow foreign objects or liquids to enter the unit.
÷ Take precautions to avoid condensation. If condensation occurs, disconnect power to

the PRV-LX1 and allow to rest unused until completely dry.

÷ Do not attempt to inspect or modify internal parts.
÷ If unusual smells or sounds are detected from the unit during use, immediately

disconnect power to the PRV-LX1 and have the component inspected by professional
service personnel.

Recording to DVD-R/RW discs in the "video" mode is a new standard recognized in
2000 by the DVD Forum. Support for this standard, however, is optional on the part
of each manufacturer, with the result that depending on the DVD player or DVD­ROM drive involved, some may not play back such DVD-R/RW discs.
Also, depending on the condition of the player's pickup and the specific combination
of discs and players used, some players that support the video recording standard
may not be able to play back all discs.

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Precautions Regarding Use

Disc Precautions

7 Recommended Discs

÷ Use only recommended disc media in

order to assure stable recording and
playback.

÷ Consult the Operating Instructions for

the main unit PRV-LX1 regarding
recommended disc media.

7 Handling of Discs

Discs may become incapable of recording
and playback when scratched, or when
soiled with fingerprints or dust. Always
handle discs as noted below:
÷ Never touch the recording surface

(mirror surface) when handling discs.
Hold discs between their edges, or
between one edge and one finger in
the center hole.

÷ Do not apply adhesive tapes or labels

to discs.

÷ Do not use cracked or warped discs,

since they may shatter dangerously at
high rotation speeds.

÷ Do not use non-standard discs, since

they may cause adverse affects to the
player and other components.

÷ Do not use discs shaped in non-circular

shapes (hearts, polygons, etc.), since
they may cause malfunctions.

÷ To clean fingerprints from a soiled disc,

wipe gently from the center hole
radially toward the circumference. Do
not wipe in a circular motion.

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÷ Do not use anti-static or other record

sprays. Also, never use benzene,
thinner or toher volatile cleaners to
clean the surface of discs, since such
chemicals may melt or otherwise
damage the surface.

Always store discs in their protective
cases; before use, check the recording
surface for fingerprints or other soiling.

Disc Problem Checklist

7 Data recording errors or
inability to record

÷ Was a recommended disc used ?
÷ Was sufficient recording area on the

disc?

÷ Had the disc been finalized after

previous recording sessions?

÷ Was the disc loaded properly,

recording surface down and label up?

÷ Was the disc soiled or scratched?

7 Playback errors

÷ Was a recommended disc used ?
÷ Was the disc properly recorded (not

empty)?

÷ Was the disc soiled or scratched?
÷ Condensation of moisture on the

player's optical parts or disc surface is
also a possibility; allow the disc and
player to sit for 1-2 hours before
attempting to use again.

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Connectors (rear panel of drive unit)

4 1 32

56

MASTER
SLAVE

CABLE SELECT

ANLOG AUDIO

SC

M

39

ALS

40

IDE INTERFACE

1 Device configuration jumpers

Placing the jumper on a pair of pins turns the pair ON. Confirm that pin set 2 is set for
ON (jumper connected).

2 Host IDE interface

Connect to the PRV-LX1's IDE interface cable (see installation instructions, step 9).

3 DC INPUT connectors

Connect to the PRV-LX1's power cable (see installation instructions, step 9).

Connectors 4, 5, and 6 are not used with the PRV-LX1.

1
2

DC INPUT

5V G G 12V

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Precautions Regarding Static Electricity

7 When handling this unit, be very cautious never to touch any of the connectors

or terminals, to prevent damage due to electrostatic discharge.

NOTE:

÷ Installation of this unit requires a high level of technical expertise; for this reason, and

to assure safe operation, installation is to be performed by authorized Pioneer service
personnel. For details, consult your dealer.

÷ Loose mounting screws may allow disc rotation to cause sound distortion, or the unit

may fall, leading to personal injuries and physical damages to the unit or other materials.
Be sure that all mounting screws are fastened securely.

÷ Use only the designated mounting screws. Use of threaded fasteners other than those

designated may result in damage to the unit and DVD recorder PRV-LX1.

÷ To prevent hazard of fire, electrical shock, and potential electronic damage to the unit, be

sure to detach all cables and the power cord connected to the main unit PRV-LX1 before
beginning installation.

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1. Remove PRV-LX1's top panel.

÷ Remove the top panel’s 7 screws,

then the top panel itself.

2. Remove the drive 2 cosmetic
panel.

÷ To prevent the cosmetic panel

from dropping, hold it in place
while removing the two panel
installation screws (the two
screws will be used to install the
drive 2 frame in step 3).

* When removing the two screws,

work carefully to avoid dropping the
screws inside the unit.

Top panel

Drive 2 cosmetic panel

Drive 2 cosmetic panel

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Installation

3. Install the accessory drive 2 frame.

÷ Insert the tabs of the accessory drive 2

frame into the square holes (4) beneath the

drive 2 opening on the front panel of the
PRV-LX1, then press the frame into the
opening. While holding the drive 2 frame
carefully to prevent it from dropping, use
the two screws (those removed in previous
step 2) to secure the drive 2 frame in place.

4. Remove the drive 2 mounting fixture.

÷ Remove the four mounting screws and take

off the drive 2 mounting fixture (the
screws will be used in step 8 to reinstall
the mounting fixture).

NOTE:

Take care to avoid touching sharp edges(*)
(do not hold by edges).

(*)

Drive 2 mounting fixture

5. Remove the protective paper from
the head dissipation sheet.

÷ Remove the protective paper from

the accessory heat sink's heat-

dissipation sheet.

NOTE:

If the heat-dissipation sheet is applied without
removing the protective paper, necessary heat
dissipation effects will not be produced, leading to
possible damage or malfunctions.

Heat-dissipation
sheet

Protective
paper
(remove)

NOTE 1. Do not hold or press

against the cross-ribs.

NOTE 2. Do not touch the lens

area.

Drive 2 frame

6. Install the heat sink.

÷ With the fins toward the front, align

the accessory heat sink with the
guide, then use the 2 accessory
screws (without collars) to fasten
into place.

Guide

Heat
sink

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Heat sink

7. Fasten the drive 2 mounting fixture
to the DVD-R/RW unit.

÷ Attach the drive 2 mounting fixture

to the DVD-R/RW unit so that the %
mark on the fixture is oriented
toward the front.

÷ Fasten the fixture in place by using

the four accessory flange screws
(black) and tightening in the order
1= 2= 3= 4.

8. Once the mounting fixture has been
fastened to the DVD-R/RW unit,
install the DVD-R/RW unit together
with its mounting fixture to the
DVD recorder PRV-LX1.

÷ Align the two square holes on the

drive 2 mounting fixture with the
tabs on the PRV-LX1, then use the
4 screws removed in step 4 to
fasten the drive in place (fasten
screws in order 1= 2= 3= 4).

②

①

③

④

Installation

Towards

front

②

④

% mark

mounting fixture

9. Attach the IDE cable and power
cable

÷ Remove the IDE cable and power

cable from the cable binder.

NOTE:

Beware of all surrounding sharp edges when
connecting and arranging cables.

IDE cable
connector

①

③

Drive 2

Power cable
connector

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Square holes

Tabs

Binder strap

÷ Align the connectors correctly and

connect securely.

DC INPUT

1

5V G G 12V

2

IDE cable

Power cable

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10. Reinstall the top panel of the PRV­LX1.

÷ Use the 7 screws removed in step

1 to reinstall the top panel.

Top panel

11. Confirm proper operation.

1 Connect the PRV-LX1’s power plug to

a power outlet, and turn on the power
switch (on rear panel of main unit). Then
press the front-panel’s STANDBY/ON
button to turn on the power.

2 Wait until the main unit recognizes the

newly added DVD-R/RW unit.

3 When the PRV-LX1 enters idling status

(see PRV-LX1 operating instructions),
press the FUNCTION button on the
front panel.

4 The function menu will appear on the

TV monitor; confirm that the “DVD2”
indicator is displayed on the screen
(see accompanying image).

STANDBY/ON button FUNCTION button

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Function menu

Indicates that Drive 2 is connected.

Installation

12. Install tray panel 2 on the drive 2
disc table.

1 Press the DRIVE SELECT button to

select DVD2.
÷ Press the DRIVE SELECT button

several times until the DVD2
indicator lights.

2 Press the drive 2 EJECT button.

The DVD2 disc table will emerge.

3 Insert the ribs of the accessory tray

panel 2 into the grooves along the

front edge of the disc table that
emerged in step 2. Then press down
until the two hooks engage securely
as shown.

NOTE:

When installing tray panel 2, take care not to
press the disc table in the closing direction, since
the automatic disc loading mechanism will cause
the disc table to be pulled back in. If you
accidentally press the disc table so that it is
pulled back in, allow it to close naturally without
touching it, then press the drive 2 EJECT button
once again to open the disc table.

NEVER turn off the power during this
operation or attempt to pull the disc
table out, since the main unit (PRV-LX1)
and this unit (PRA-DW11) may be

damaged, and internal data may be
erased.

4 When the tray panel 2 is installed,

press the drive 2 EJECT button to
close the DVD2 disc table.

Ribs

13. Completion of installation

1 Press the main unit's front panel

STANDBY/ON button and wait until
the unit enters the standby mode.

2 Once the main unit is in the standby

mode, set the unit's main power
switch (on rear panel) to OFF, then
disconnect the power cord from its
power outlet.

NOTE:

Do not leave the power to the unit turned
on when tray panel 2 is not installed (see
step 12 for installation instructions). If tray
panel 2 is not installed, dust may be pulled
into the unit more easily, leading to
malfunctions in recording and playback.

Drive 2 EJECT button

DVD 2 indicator

DRIVE SELECT button

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Hooks

Tray panel 2

Slit

Slit

Disc table

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Specifications

[Disc size]

12 cm, 8 cm

[Miscellaneous]

Dimensions: 148 (W) x 42.3 (H) x 198 (D) mm (drive body only)
Weight: 1.8 kg (including packaging)
Ambient operating temperature: +5 °C – +35 °C (PRV-LX1 installed)
Ambient operating humidity: 5 % – 85 % (PRV-LX1 installed) (without condensation)
Ambient storage temperature: –40 °C – +60 °C
Ambient storage humidity: 5 % – 90 % (without condensation)

[Accessories]

Heat sink (with heat dissipation sheet): 1
Tray panel 2: 1
Drive 2 frame: 1
Screws
Flange screws (black, for drive installation): 4
Warranty card for USA: 1
Warranty card for Japan: 1
Operating Instructions: 1

• Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

(for heat sink installation)

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Published by Pioneer Corporation.
Copyright © 2003 Pioneer Corporation.
All rights reserved.