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Model PX-S2410TU (External)
INSTALLATION AND USERS MANUAL
SLIMLINE USB CD-R/RW DRIVE
JANUARY 2003
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Plextor reserves the right to make improvements in the products described in this manual at
any time without prior notice. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Plextor makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and
specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose. Further, Plextor Corp. reserves the right to revise this manual and to make changes
in its content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revision or
change.
This manual is copyrighted, all rights reserved. It may not be copied, photocopied,
translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form without Plextor’s
prior permission.
Manual copyright ©2002, 2003 Plextor Corp. Second edition, January 2003.
Licenses and Trademarks
Plextor and the Plexto r l ogo are registered trademarks of Plextor Corp; and PlexWri ter is a trademark
of Plextor Corp. Other brands and products are trademarks of their respective holders.
Record Your Serial Number
For future reference, record the serial number and the TLA code (found on your drive’s
label) in the space provided below.
TLA/Firmware Revision Number
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FCC NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Subpart B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against har mful 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 interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment causes
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:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications should be approved by the party responsible for compliance with FCC Rules;
otherwise, the user loses authorit y t o op er ate the equipment.
LASER INFORMATION
These products have been designed and m anufactured according to IEC 60825-1 on the Safety of Laser products.
This product comes under “Class 1 Laser Products.”
CAUTION
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
A Laser Caution Label is attached on the bottom of the drive ass embly inside the chassis. The label reads:
“CAUTION –
: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
INVISIBLE LA SER R AD IA T IO N WH EN OPEN. AVOID EX POSU RE TO BEAM.”
Laser caution on bottom
of external drive
enclosure
The laser beam emitted from the optical pickup is invisible. Accordingly, do not open the optical pickup housing.
CAUTION
: To disconnect the CD drive from an electrical current, pull out the power plug.
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Ü
VORSICHT
: DIE TRENNUNG VOM NETZ ERFOLGT DURCH ZIEHEN DES NETZSTECK ERS.
Zur Einhaltung der Funk-Entstörung von nicht selbständig betreibbaren
Hochfrequenzgeräten (periphere Anlagenkomponenten).
Dieses Gerät entspricht als Einzelgerät den Funk-Entstöranforderungen der
Postverfügung Nr. 243/1991.
Wird das Gerät innerhalb einer Anlage zusammen mit anderen Geräten
betrieben, so muss bei Inanspruchnahme der “Allgemeinen (Betriebs-)
genehmigung” nach der BMPT-AmtsblVfg Nr. 2 43/1991 die gesamte
Anlage folgenden Richtlinien entsprechen:
Grenzwertklas se B der EN55022
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Auflagen nach § 2 der BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991
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G-Vfg.243
Dies ist bei der Zusammensetzung einer Anlage (z.B. Computersystem) aus nur einzeln geprüften Geräten nicht
immer erfüllt.
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Table of Contents
1. Getting Started ...............................................................................................................1
About this Manual ...........................................................................................................1
Meet Your PlexWriter 24/10/24U....................................................................................1
What the PlexWriter 24/10/24U Does.........................................................................1
Features of the PlexWriter 24/10/24U.........................................................................1
Minimum Configuration to Use the PlexWriter 24/10/24U.........................................2
What You Can Do with the PlexWriter 24/10/24U.....................................................3
What's in the Box.............................................................................................................3
Save Your Box! ...........................................................................................................3
PlexWriter Drive Features and Controls..........................................................................4
About Software................................................................................................................5
Precautions.......................................................................................................................5
2. Connecting Your PlexWriter........................................................................................7
Determine Your Computer’s Operating System.............................................................. 7
Connect the PlexWriter Drive..........................................................................................8
If You Have Windows 2000, XP, or Me......................................................................8
If You Have Windows 98SE........................................................................................8
Record the Serial Number and TLA Code...................................................................9
Make Sure the Drive Is Recognized.................................................................................9
If You Have a Macintosh...............................................................................................10
3. Using Your PlexWriter................................................................................................11
What Media to Use........................................................................................................11
Installing Device Drivers and Application Software.....................................................12
Tray Loading and Operation..........................................................................................13
Handling CD Media...................................................................................................15
Cleaning Discs...........................................................................................................15
4. Quick Guide to Roxio Application Software.............................................................17
Easy CD Creator 5 System Requirements .....................................................................17
Installing Easy CD Creator 5 Basic...............................................................................18
Running Easy CD Creator .............................................................................................18
Easy CD Creator 5 Basic Modules ................................................................................19
Creating a Music CD ................................................................................................. 19
Creating a Data CD ....................................................................................................21
Formatting a CD for Drag and Drop ..........................................................................22
Making a Personal Backup Copy of a CD .................................................................23
For More Details............................................................................................................24
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting.............................................................................25
Displaying the Serial Number........................................................................................25
Upgrading Firmware......................................................................................................25
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................. 26
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Appendix A: PlexWriter Specifications.........................................................................27
Appendix B: Technical Support.....................................................................................31
How to Contact Plextor Technical Support...................................................................31
Before You E-mail/Log On/FAX/Call ..........................................................................32
Returns........................................................................................................................... 32
Contacting Plextor’s RMA Department ....................................................................33
Packing Your Drive...................................................................................................33
Shipping Your Drive to Plextor................................................................................. 33
Appendix C: Warranty................................................................................................... 35
Index................................................................................................................................. 37
Notes .................................................................................................................................41
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1. Getting Started
Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing the Plextor® PlexWriter™ 24/10/24U, a reliable,
high-performance CD rewriter, recorder and reader that connects to your computer with a
USB cable. We appreciate the confidence you have shown in us. Our goal is to put you—
and keep you—on the leading edge of CD technology.
About this Manual
This manual explains how to connect and use your external PlexWriter 24/10/24U drive.
With USB, the installation process is simple. If you have problems, Plextor’s technical
support staff is here to help.
Please read this manual carefully and keep it handy for easy reference. Use the manual for
installation, operation and troubleshooting. See your dealer or call Plextor’s Technical
Support Department if your drive needs service. And if you run into a problem that doesn't
seem to be covered, please contact us. (See “Appendix B: Technical Support” for the
different ways you can contact us.) You will be connected to our friendly, helpful band of
tech support engineers. What might seem like an uncooperative drive to you could very
well be a 30-second repair to them. But we will never know unless you con tact u s.
Meet Your PlexWriter 24/10/24U
The PlexWriter 24/10/24U is a CD-ReWritable drive that provides professional quality CD
performance for writing, rewriting and reading.
What the PlexWriter 24/10/24U Does
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Writes to CD-R (recordable CD) media at up to 24X speed.
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Writes to high speed CD-RW (rewritable CD) media at 4X or 10X speed.
(Can also write to normal speed CD-RW media at 4X speed).
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Reads CD-ROM and CD-R media at a maximum of 24X speed with an average access
time of less than 125 milliseconds.
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Reads CD-RW media at a maximum of 16X.
Features of the PlexWriter 24/10/24U
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High-speed Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 interface: Also usable with USB version
1.1. (With USB 1.1 the drive’s top performance is 4X for writing CD-R and CD-RW,
and 6X for reading a CD-ROM).
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Slim portable design: Easy to carry, easy to operate.
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ATAPI command support: Supports the ATAPI command set.
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Orange Book compatibility: Compatible with Orange Book, Parts II and III.
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MMC compliance: Supports the MMC-3 command set.
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Mt. Rainier (MRW) function: Supports the Mt. Rainier command set.
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OPC and ROPC: Optimum Power Control and Running Optimum Power Control,
which adjust the laser power for the optimum write strategy.
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Variety of recording modes: Supports track-at-once, disc-at-once, session-at-once, and
multi-session, as well as variable and fixed packet writing.
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UDF support: UDF file system implemented through packet writing.
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Plug & Play: Supports Windows Plug & Play.
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Flash memory: Allows upgrading the PlexWriter to the latest firmware revision
(available from the Plextor web site) without opening the computer or physically
accessing the drive.
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Buffer Underrun-Proof technology: Eliminates buffer underrun errors, so you can safely
use your computer for other tasks while you’re writing to a CD-R or
CD-RW disc.
Minimum Configuration to Use the PlexWriter 24/10/24U
PC Configuration:
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Computer: Pentium II 300-MHz CPU or faster.
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Mi n imum RAM: 64 MB.
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USB port: USB 2.0 or 1.1.
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Hard disk size: Minimum 800 MB. To write to a CD in image mode (that is, to write
an image of a CD to your hard disk), you need 1 GB of free space.
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Operating system: Windows 98SE (Second Edition), Windows 2000, Windows Me, or
Windows XP.
NOTE
: You must have one of these operating systems. In the case of Windows 98, you
must have Windows 98SE, and you need the Plextor USB driver.
Macintosh Configuration:
Macintosh with USB port and OS 9.1 or higher (provides USB 1.1) or with OS X (provides
USB 2.0).
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What You Can Do with the PlexWriter 24/10/24U
Just look at some of the things you can do with your PlexWriter 24/10/24U:
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Record data or audio onto writable or rewritable CD media.
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Play music CDs.
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Save photos and other images on rewritable or writable CDs.
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Create a “CD sneakernet” to share information with colleagues—just use software such
as DirectCD to drag and drop files onto CD-R or
CD-RW media, then continue add ing files and sharing the same CD disc.
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Archive images and video to CD.
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Master new software programs on CD.
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Periodi cally back up your computer's hard disk, including operating system, hardware
configurat ion, registry, program files and data.
What's in the Box
What you find in your Plextor box depends on what the company that sold you the box put
in—or took out—while the Plextor drive was in their possession.
Plextor currently sells its PlexWriter 24 /10/2 4U drive in this configuration:
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PlexWriter 24/10/24U CD-RW drive
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AC adapter and power cord
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USB cable
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Emergency eject tool
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1 piece of approved CD-R media
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Plextor CD with authoring software bundle
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NOTE
: This applies to the Plextor retail box. Your drive may have been shipped in a
different box with other contents, depending on whom you purchased the drive from and
what they included inside the box.
If the security sticker on top of your box is
cut, there may be a good reason: for
example, a dealer may have added other
components or software. Carefully check the
contents to ensure nothing has been
removed. If something is missi ng, contact
the party from whom you purchased the box
for an explanation.
Save Your Box!
Be sure to save t he box after you have
installed your PlexWriter drive. The
box and its packaging material were
designed and drop tested to ensure your
PlexWriter can endure rough treatment
and still arrive in working order. If you
have to ship your drive back to Plextor,
you’ll want to send it in the original
box. (For more details about returning
your drive to Plextor, see page 32.)
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PlexWriter Drive Features and Controls
Before proceeding, become familiar with the controls and features of your PlexWriter
drive. Match the parts of your drive to the illustrations below.
Figure 1: Features and Controls on the PlexWriter 24/10/24U Drive
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Disc tray: Slides out to let you insert a disc.
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Eject button: Push to eject tray.
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LED indicator: Amber LED blinks different at different rates to show reading or
writing a disc.
Reading a disc:
1.6-sec blink interval: Audio play.
0.8-sec blink interval: Loading the disc tray.
0.4-sec blink interval: Eject.
Writing data to disc:
50-msec blink interval: 24X CD-R recording; or 10X CD-RW recording (HighSpeed RW media)
100-ms blink interval: 16X, 10X, or 4X CD-R r ecording; or 4X CD-R W recording
(Normal Speed RW media)
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Emergency eject hole: To remove the CD manually from the drive if the eject button
fails to eject the disc. For emergency eject: 1) Turn OFF power to the PlexWriter. 2)
Insert the emergency eject tool or other thin rigid object (less than 1.6 mm diameter)
into the eject hole. 3) Push the tool firmly until the disc tray releases.
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Volume control: Controls volume of sound from headphone jack.
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Headphone jack: Stereo mini-jack for headphones and powered speakers.
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Power switch: Slide this switch to turn power on or off. “0” is off, “1” is on.
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Power connector: Connect the AC adapter here.
CAUTION
: Use only the AC adapter shipped with your PlexWriter.
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USB connector: Connect the USB cable here.
CAUTION
: Use only the USB cable shipped with your PlexWriter.
About Software
In order to create CD-R and CD-RW discs you will need to have mastering, p acket writing,
or duplication software installed on your computer system. If you purchased a retail kit
from Plext or, you’ll get software packages that include such software.
For details on the various software packages for writing to CD-R or CD-RW, please visit
the web sites of the companies whose software you are interested in, refer to their user’s
manuals, or look at the help option within the software. A list of various software packages
that you can use with your Plextor drive can be found in the Support/Compatibility section
of www.plextor.com
.
Precautions
Like the rest of your computer system, your PlexWriter requires reasonable care in its
installation and use.
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Keep the area around your drive clean from dust, smoke, and other contaminants.
•
Do not allow moisture or liquids, including water or cleaning fluids, to touch the drive.
Thinner, benzene, or alcohol-based solvents can mar your drive’s surface.
•
Do not drop or jolt the drive.
•
Do not move, carry or transport a disc in the drive because this can cause damage.
•
Do not attempt to open the drive and service it yourself. Removin g the cover may
expose you to harmful electrical voltages or the laser beam. For your safe ty, entrust
service to experienced service personnel only.
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Keep your CD discs free of dirt or other contaminants, by storing them in jewel cases.
Use only industry-standard discs. Do not insert dirty, warped, poorly balanced, or
cracked discs into the drive.
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Do not clean discs using a circular motion. Instead, use a radial motion: start at the
center of the disc and proceed to the outer edge.
CAUTION
not guarantee the drive’s performance in a vertical position.
: Install your PlexWriter so it sits horizontally on your desk or shelf. Plextor does
Figure 2. Operate Your PlexWriter in a Horizontal Position
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2. Connecting Your PlexWriter
This chapter explains how to physically connect the PlexWriter to your computer. In
general, this is what you’ll do:
1. Turn your computer on and determine if it is running the Windows XP, 2000, Me, or
98SE operating system.
If you have a Macintosh, ensure t hat it is running the Macintosh OS 9.1 or higher (for
USB 1.1) or OS X (for USB 2.0).
2. Connect the AC adapter to an electrical outlet and to the PlexWriter.
3. Turn the PlexWriter’s power switch ON.
4. Connect the USB cable from your PlexWriter 24/10/24U drive to the computer.
That’s all there is to it! We’ll go over the procedure in more detail in the next few pages.
If you have a PC, start here. If you have a Macintosh, go to “If You Have a Ma cintosh” on
page 10.
Determine Your Computer’s Operating System
To determine which operating system your personal computer uses:
1. Select the Start menu, then select Programs and choose Windows Explorer.
2. In Windows Explorer, select Help. The About line shows your operating system. (For
example, “About Windows 2000.”)
NOTE
: Your computer must be running Windows 98SE, Windows 2000, Windows Me or
Windows XP. If you are not running one of these operating systems you cannot use the
PlexWriter 24/10/24U. You cannot use the PlexWriter 24/10/24U with early versions of
Windows 98; you must use Windows 98SE (Second Edition). Windows NT does not support
USB, so you cannot use the PlexWriter 24/10/24U if you have Windows NT.
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Connect the PlexWriter Drive
This section gives more details about how to connect your PlexWriter.
If You Have Windows 2000, XP, or Me
If you have a computer with Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Me, use the
following procedure to connect your PlexWriter USB drive:
1. Turn ON your computer system.
2. Connect the AC adapter to your PlexWriter as shown in Figure 3.
3. Turn the PlexWriter’s power switch ON.
4. Connect the USB cable from your PlexWriter 24/10/24U drive to the computer.
Figure 3. Connecting the USB Cable and AC Adapter
The drive is automatically recognized by the computer.
If You Have Windows 98SE
If you have a computer with Windows 98SE, use the following procedure to install your
PlexWriter USB drive:
1. Turn ON your computer system.
2. Insert the bundled Plextor Setup Disc in your CD-ROM drive, go to the Software
Installation screen, and click on the button titled USB Drivers.
3. Follow the prompts through the USB driver installation routine.
4. Reboot your computer.
5. Connect the AC adapter to your PlexWriter as shown in Figure 3.
6. Turn the PlexWriter’s power switch ON.
7. Connect the USB cable from your PlexWriter 24/10/24U drive to the computer.
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The procedure above loads the necessary USB driver into the computer. After you follow
this procedure, your PlexWriter drive should be recognized automatically by the Windows
98SE operating system on your computer.
Manual Driver Installation
If you have difficulty with the USB driver installation, you can manually install the driver.
To install the USB driver manually:
1. Use Windows Explorer to navigate to the
Plextor Setup Disc.
2. Double-click on the file
This installs the USB driver for Windows 98SE.
3. Turn your computer off, then on again to reboot it.
Getting the Driver for Windows 98SE
If you do not have a Plextor Setup CD-ROM disc, you can download the USB drivers for
Windows 98SE. They are available to download from the Plextor web site. Go to
http://www.plextor.com
Support\Downloads\Drivers
TPPINST.EXE
and follow the links from the home page to
.
\Drivers\98SE USB
.
folder on the
Record the Serial Number and TLA Code
Record the serial number and TLA number of your drive on the inside front cover of this
manual.
Make Sure the Drive Is Recognized
After installation, make sure the PlexWriter drive is recognized by your computer. To
check whether it is recognized:
To see if the drive is recognized in Windows:
1. Turn the computer ON. After the computer boots up, you should see the Windows
display.
2. Open Windows Explorer or My Computer and ensure there is an icon for the
PlexWriter. The PlexWriter may be D: or E: or another designator.
3. In Windows 98SE, or Me, once the system comes up click the Start button, then
Settings, then Control Panel, then double-click on the System icon, then click on the
Device Mana ger tab. Click the + sign next to the CD-ROM heading and look a t the
PLEXTOR CD-R PX-S2410TU entry underneath.
-orIn Windows XP or 2000, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties.
Click on the Hardware tab, then click on the Device Manager button. Click the + sign
next to the CD-ROM heading and look at the PLEXTOR CD-R PX-S2410TU entry
underneath.
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4. If your USB controller has a yellow diamond with an exclamation point (!), contact
your PC or motherboard manufacturer for help, and to troubleshoot your USB controller
for driver compatibility or conflicts. It may just be a matter of obtaining the latest USB
driver, or a motherboard BIOS update, from the manufacturer.
5. If the USB controller is listed and does not have a yellow diamond with an exclamation
point, but you do not see this drive listed as one of the devices, contact our Technical
Support group at 1-800-886-3935, or email us at support@Plextor.com
troubleshooting.
6. If the USB controller is listed and does not have a yellow diamond with an exclamation
point, but the PX-S2410TU is listed as a “USB Storage Device,” select the USB Storage
device and then select the Remove button. Reboot your system. The system will do
another hardware scan and should install the driver properly.
for help
If You Have a Macintosh
If you have a Macintosh, use the following procedure to install your PlexWriter USB drive:
1. Turn on the Macintosh.
2. Ensure you are running Macintosh OS 9.1 or higher (for USB 1.1) or OS X (for USB
2.0).
3. Connect the AC adapter to your PlexWriter.
4. Turn the PlexWriter’s power switch ON.
5. Connect the USB cable from your PlexWriter 24/10/24U drive to the Macintosh
computer.
The Macintosh automatically recognizes the PlexWriter, and you should be ready to use the
drive as a read-only device (CD-ROM).
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3. Using Your PlexWriter
This chapter explains how to use your PlexWriter drive and how to load, handle and care
for your CDs.
CAUTION
drive’s performance in a vertical position.
: Ensure your PlexWriter is in a horizontal position. Plextor does not guarantee the
What Media to Use
Use the right media! Your PlexWriter drive's capabilities change depending on which type
of compact disc you use. It currently supports these types:
•
CD-ROM: You can immediately play or read prerecorded discs, such as audio CDs and
data discs.
•
CD-R: Recordable CD. You can record on these discs, but only once. You can play or
read them repeatedly after they have been written.
•
CD-RW: High-speed ReWritable CD. These discs support recording and re-recording
(up to 1,000 times). You can also play or read them.
To achieve the maximum rated CD-R writing speed you must use certified media; and to
achieve the maximum rated CD-RW writing speed you must use high speed CD-RW
media. See the list of recommended media on page 27 for a list of approved media at the
time this manual was printed, and see the Plextor web site at http://www.plextor.com
updated list.
for an
You can write to high speed CD-RW discs only on drives
that support this new media. Drives that are capable of writing
to high speed CD-RW media, such as the PlexWriter 24/10/24U,
are identified by a “Compact Disc ReWritable High Speed” logo.
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Installing Device Drivers and Application Software
In Windows, your PlexWriter acts as a "CD-ROM Drive" for purposes of installation and
setup. In some cases, you will need to install additional software to make use of all of the
features of the PlexWriter.
•
Using the PlexWriter on a PC:
As CD-ROM: The computer’s operating system, whether it is Windows XP,
Windows 2000, or Windows Me, supplies a generic USB device driver that allows
the PlexWriter to function as a standard CD-ROM drive. You do n’t need to install
anything else.
If you have W i ndows 98SE, you need to install a special USB driver. You’ll find
this driver on the Plextor Setup Disc, or you can get it from the Plextor web site at
http://www.plextor.com.
Support\Downloads\Drivers
As a CD-R or CD-RW device: In order to write to CD-R or CD-RW media, you
will need additional software such as SimpliCD
purchased a kit from Plextor, this software is supplied.
•
Using the PlexWriter on a Macintosh:
Whether using the PlexWriter as a standard CD-ROM or as a CD-R or
CD-RW device, you will need additional drivers or software besides those that are
part of the Macintosh operating system. You will need to purchase this software
separately. The software compatibility list is available from Plextor’s web site at
www.plextor.com
Before installing any software, check that the USB cable connection between your
PlexWriter and the computer is correct, and the PlexWriter is recognized by your system.
(Follow the links from the home page to
.)
®
or Easy CD Creator™. If you
.
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Tray Loading and Operation
To put a disc in the tray:
1. While the PlexWriter drive is powered up, push the eject button on the front panel. The
disc tray slides out in a few seconds.
2. Pull the disc tray to open it all the way.
Figure 4: Opening the Disc Tray
3. Lay a blank CD in the tray, label side up. Press the center of the disc to secure it to the
drive spindle.
CAUTION
touch the drive’s pickup lens.
: Do not press so hard that you damage the PlexWriter drive. And be careful not to
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Figure 5: Open the Tray Fully; Press On the Disc to Lock It Onto the Spindle
4. Press the tray to close it.
NOTE
: Always close the tray by pressing the front of the drawer by hand in a smooth and
secure manner.
To remove a disc from the tray:
1. Push the eject button on the front panel.
2. Pull the disc tray drawer to open it all the way.
3. Remove the disc by applying a finger to the edge of the disc, then pushing the center of
the spindle to remove the disc.
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Handling CD Media
Take care when handling blank CD-R and CD-RW media. Dust, scratches, and fingerprints
on either side of the disc can cause write errors during recording. When picking up or
holding blank media you can either place your fingers along the outer edge of the disc, or
place one finger through the center hole and one finger on the outer edge. Once you have
finished creating a disc, label it by writing on the top using permanent ink.
CAUTION
conforms to the ASTM D-4236 standard. Some permanent markers will damage the media.
Also, do not press too hard when writing on the disc.
: We recommend using a “non-toxic” marker, such as a Sharpie pen that
CAUTION:
of the label may unbalance the disc and cause write errors during recording or read errors
during reading. Moreover, removing the label later may damage the disc permanently.
We do not recommend placing self-sticking CD-R labels on the disc. The weight
Cleaning Discs
For proper read and write performance, your CD-R, CD-RW, and CD-ROM discs must be
clean. Trying to record on a dirty disc may result in a failed session and ruin the disc.
To clean the disc, wipe the disc using a clean, soft cotton cloth to remove surface dirt such
as fingerprints. Use a straight-line motion, wiping from the center out. Do not wipe the disc
in a circular motion.
Figure 6: Wipe the Disc from the Center Outward
HINT:
Keep your frequently used discs in jewel cases at all times to prevent them from
becoming dirty or damaged.
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4. Quick Guide to Roxio Application Software
This chapter explains briefly how to install the Roxio Easy CD Creator 5 Basic application
software on your computer, and use it with your PlexWriter. For more details, refer to the
Help menus on each module, and to the application manual in the Manuals folder on the
Plextor software CD.
Easy CD Creator 5 Basic is a comprehensive, all-in-one CD-recording solution that lets you
create, organize, share and store your digital content on CD. Here’s what you can do with
your PlexWriter and this software:
•
Create high-quality custom music CDs from a variety of sources, including MP3 and
WMA files and recorded CDs, LPs and cassettes.
•
Make a backup copy of a CD.
•
Quickly archive and store data on CD-R or CD-RW media.
NOTE
: This software is designed to assist you in reproducing material for which you own the
copyright or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner. Unless you own
the copyright or have permission to copy from the copyright owner, you may be violating
copyright law and be subject to payment of damages and other remedies. If you are
uncertain about your rights, contact your legal advisor.
Easy CD Creator 5 System Requirements
•
CD-rewritable drive such as the PlexWriter
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IBM PC or compatible, 200 MHz or faster system, with:
32 MB RAM; 64 MB RAM recommended
205 MB free hard disk space (at least 80 MB of this space must reside on the
system boot drive)
800 x 600 display, 16- bit color recommended
•
One of these operating systems: Windows 95/98, Windows NT 4 Workstation,
Windows 2000 Professional, or Windows Me
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CD-ROM drive that supports digital audio extraction (for making a music CD from
other music CDs)
•
Optional: Sound card (16-bit or better) and analog sound source (LP, cassette, 8-track,
DAT or CD) attached to stereo receiver with line-out capabilities for CD Spin Doctor
This system configuration may require minor ad justments to the configuration of your
operating system, additional hard disk space and/or updates to your component drivers.
Results may vary based on your equipment.
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Installing Easy CD Creator 5 Basic
For best results, Roxio recommends that you uninstall earlier versions of Easy CD Creator
before installing Easy CD Creator 5 Basic.
To install Easy CD Creator 5 Basic:
1. Insert the Plextor software CD in your CD-ROM drive. A startup screen automatically
appears.
2. Select the button to install Roxio Easy CD Creator 5 Basic.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts.
Running Easy CD Creator
To run any of the Easy CD Creator 5 components:
•
On your computer, from the Start menu select Programs | Roxio Easy CD Creator 5.
-orDouble-click the Easy CD Creator 5 Basic icon on your desktop.
The Easy CD Creator 5 Select a Project screen appears.
Figure 7: Roll Your Mouse Over the Project Buttons, Then Select a Project Type
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Easy CD Creator 5 Basic Modules
Roll over the buttons on the Select a Project screen to view the variety of options for
making music or data CD or making a backup copy of a CD. (To make a photo or video CD
or create a CD label, you'll need to upgrade the basic version to the full- featured version of
this product—an easy operation with the Upgrade button.)
Creating a Music CD
With Easy CD Creator 5, you can create your own greatest hits CDs for your home or audio
CD player.
To create a music CD:
1. Pick a few CDs from your collection of music and decide which tracks you want to
include on your greatest hits CD, then put one of the CDs in your PlexWriter.
2. On the Select a Project window, roll the mouse over the Make a music CD button, then
select the Music CD Project option. You see the Music CD Project window.
Figure 8: Drag Files from the Top Window to the Bottom One to Make a Music CD
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3. From the top panel, select the tracks you want to add to your greatest hits CD and drag
them to the lower panel.
-orUse the Add button to add the tracks to the project area.
You can also navigate to a folder on your computer’s hard drive if you have MP3,
.WMA, or .WAV files that you want to include on your CD. The tracks aren’t
immediately written; they are just added to the Music CD Project, a file that contains
the list of songs and the order in which they will be written.
4. If you want to preview your mix before creating a CD, select the Preview button. The
Preview dialog box appears.
Figure 9: Selecting the Preview Button Gives You the Preview Dialog Box
In the Preview dialog box, you can start, stop, and navigate using the control buttons.
When the preview is completed, you see the Music Project window again.
5. When you’ve added all your songs and you’re ready to “rock,” put a blank CD-R or
CD-RW disc in your PlexWriter.
6. In Music Project window, select the red Record button, and select the defaults to begin
recording your CD. If you’ve selected songs from various CDs, you are prompted to
insert each music CD in your CD-ROM drive as needed.
When Easy CD Creator is done, your new CD is ready to listen to on your PlexWriter or on
any standard CD player.
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Creating a Data CD
A common use for Easy CD Creator is to make a data CD. This lets you archive projects
and save information such as interactive training materials, important documents and
research data that can then be shared with other people.
To make a data CD:
1. On Easy CD Creator’s Select a Project window, roll your mouse over the Make a data
CD button, then select Data CD project. You see the Data CD Project window.
Figure 10: Drag Files in the Data CD Project Window to Make a Data CD
2. In the top window, use the Select source files dropdown menu to navigate and select
files from your C: drive or other drives.
3. Drag the files to the project area in the lower panel.
-orUse the Add button to add the files to the project area.
The Project Size bar at the bottom of the screen indicates how much space you have
used and how much is remaining on your CD or DVD.
Easy CD Creator takes the files and directories that you select and adds them to your
data CD project.
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4. Insert a CD-R or CD-RW disc in your PlexWriter.
5. In the Data CD Project window, select the red Record button. Then click the Start
Recording button to begin writing to the CD or DVD. When the burn process is done,
you see a dialog box that indicates the project is complete.
Formatting a CD for Drag and Drop
Easy CD Creator 5 Basic includes DirectCD, which allows you to format a CD-R or
CD-RW disc, then use Windows Explorer to drag and drop files to that formatted disc just
as you do to a floppy disk.
NOTE
: Even with your very fast PlexWriter 24/10/24U, formatting a CD can take some time.
CD-RW media takes much longer to format than CD-R media.
To format a CD for use like a floppy disk:
Insert a blank CD-R disc or a CD-RW disc in your PlexWriter drive.
1. On Easy CD Creator’s Select a Project window, roll your mouse over the Make a data
CD button, then select the DirectCD button. You see the DirectCD format window.
Figure 11: Use DirectCD to Format a CD for Windows Drag-and-Drop
2. Select the Format CD button to begin formatting. When the CD is ready, the CD Ready
dialog box appears.
3. Click OK to close the dialog box. You may also want to close the DirectCD format
window and the project selector at this point because formatting is completed.
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4. Open Windows Explorer and see that the CD appears with a drive letter (like E: or F:)
in the drive list.
5. Drag and drop files to the CD just as if it were a hard drive or a floppy disk. Simply
select a file or folder and drag it over the drive letter.
NOTE
: DirectCD uses packet writing to write to the CD. This format is ideal for saving data
to CDs but should not be used to create music CDs. Music CDs created with DirectCD will
not be playable in CD players.
The packet writing (UDF) format requires the use of a UDF reader if the disc is to be read on
a system that does not have DirectCD installed. This reader is available from Roxio
(www.roxio.com
).
Making a Personal Backup Copy of a CD
You can use Easy CD Creator to make a backup copy of a CD for safekeeping. For
example, you can copy audio or data CDs.
To make a backup copy of an audio CD:
1. On Easy CD Creator’s Select a Project window, roll your mouse over the Disc copier
button, then select Disc Copier. You see a warning about the legalities of copying.
2. Click OK. You see the Disc Copier dialog box.
Figure 12: Make a Personal Backup Copy of a CD with the Disc Copier Box
3. Place the audio CD in the source drive and a recordable disc in your PlexWriter.
4. Once you have the source and destination CDs in t he dr ives, click the Copy button to
begin the recording process. When the recording process has been completed, the dialog
will inform you that your CD is ready!
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For More Details
For more complete procedures and details about Easy CD Creator 5 , refer to the Help menu
in each application, or to the application manual in the Manuals folder on the Plextor
software CD.
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5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting
This chapter explains maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for your PlexWriter
drive.
With proper maintenance, you can prevent problems. If trouble arises, you can often solve
many simple problems on your own, rather than wait for assistance from a Plextor
representative.
Displaying the Serial Number
In addition to being able to view the serial number on the PlexWriter itself, you can view
the serial number in Windows.
To display the serial number:
1. Open My Computer.
2. Right-click on the icon for the PlexWriter drive and select Properties.
3. Select the Details tab and view the drive’s serial number.
Upgrading Firmware
Plextor creates firmware revisions to meet the peculiar needs of large computer
manufacturers. It is rare that these will impact the performance or operation of your
PlexWriter drive. However, we advise that our customers always update drives with the
latest available firmware. Before troubleshooting a possible problem with your drive, please
make sure to visit our web site at www.plextor.com
firmware.
To obtain new firmware for your PlexWriter drive:
1. Go to the Plextor web site at www.plextor.com
2. Look for firmware upgrades in the Support area, on the Downloads page. There is a
description of the latest firmware revision and its intended use.
3. Download the firmware to your computer.
To upgrade firmware:
1. Run the executable file that you downloaded from Plextor’s web site.
2. Accept all defaults by continuing to click on the “Next” button until you see the
message:
Firmware update has completed.
3. Restart your s ystem.
to check if you have the latest
.
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Troubleshooting
If you have problems during or right after installation of your PlexWriter drive, visit the
Plextor web site to find tips to help find the proble m.
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Appendix A: PlexWriter Specifications
Minimum Syst em Requirements
Computer Pentium 300-MHz CPU or faster; or Macintosh
Minimum RAM 64 MB
Hard disk size Minimum 800 MB. 1 GB of free space required to write to a CD
in image mode
Operating system Windows: Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows XP, or
Windows 2000. (USB storage driver from Plextor CD must be
installed to enable operation on Windows 98SE.)
Macintosh: OS 9.1 or higher, or OS X
USB port Version 2.0 or 1.1 (Version 1.1 allows only 4X write/rewrite and
6X read performance.)
Recommended Media
CD-R Taiyo Yuden, TDK, Ricoh, Mitsui Chemicals, Maxell, Fuji Film
CD-RW Ricoh, Verbatim/Mitsubishi
Supported Media
Supported Media,
Stamped CD
Supported Media, CD-R Orange Book Pt II-compliant discs (Type 74, Type 80)
(Media is rewritable up to 1,000 times.)
Red, Yellow Book-compliant discs
Supported Media,
CD-RW
Supported Media Size 12 cm,
Orange Book Pt III-compliant discs
Usable Formats
Logical CD Read/Write CD-DA; CD-ROM (Mode 1); CD-ROM XA; CD-ROM Mixed
Mode; Photo CD; Video CD; Multi-session; CD-I (MPEG
movies); CD-Extra (CD-Plus); CD Text, UDF, Mount Rainier
(MRW), CD+G (Write only)
Writing Modes Track-at-Once, Disc-at-Once, Session-at-Once, Multisession,
Incremental packet writing (fixed and variable packets), Mount
Rainier (MRW)
Disc Diameter 12-cm diameter: Recording time 74 min, 79 min.
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Performance Specifications
Read Speed, CD Speed Mode-1 Mode-2 CD-DA
10-24X CAV Stamp,R Stamp,R —
7-16X CAV Stamp,R,RW Stamp,R,RW —
8X CLV Stamp,R,RW Stamp,R,RW Stamp,R,RW
4X CLV Stamp,R,RW Stamp,R,RW Stamp,R,RW
NOTES:
“Stamp” indicates commercially pressed “silver” dis cs.
For CD-R and CD-RW, maximum read performance when
connected to USB 1.1 host is 6X.
Write Speed, CD-R
Write Speed, CD-RW High Speed media: 4X, 10X
Initialization Time < 15 sec. (max.)
Access Time < 125 msec. (for 24X CAV)
Sleep Mode 8 sec. from final read operation to spindown to 20X
Wake Mode < 5 sec. (max.) to start drive after sleep
10-24X ZCLV
10-16X ZCLV
10X CLV
4X CLV
Normal Speed media: 4X
NOTE
: For CD-R and CD-RW, maximum write performance
when connected to USB 1.1 host is 4X.
Time measured from power on until disc is available to read
Time measured from start command until bus free (no
disconnect)
32 sec. from 20X spindown to spindle motor stop (standby
mode)
Other Specifications
ATAPI command
support
Data Buffer 2 MB
Inquiry String PLEXTOR sp CD-R sp sp sp PX-S2410T
Error Rate Mode 1: 1 Block/10
Mode 2: 1 Block/109 Bits
ATAPI-compliant
(where “sp” equals one space)
12
Bits
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Front Panel
Eject Mechanisms Eject Button; Manual Emergency Eject; Software Eject
Color
Indicator LED
: Amber
Reading
1.6-sec interval blink: Audio play
0.8-sec interval blink: Tray load to TOC read; tray load to
detection of No Disc.
0.4-sec interval blink: Eject operation
Writing
100-msec interval blink: 16X, 10X, 4X CD-R
and 4X CD-RW
: On: Read, access
: 50-msec interval blink: 24X CD-R and 10X CD-RW
Side Panel
Headphone Jack Stereo mini-jack, 0.8V +/- 0.3V at 32 ohms
Headphone Volume
Control
Power Switch Turns power on and off. 0 is off, 1 is on.
Wheel knob
Rear Panel
Power Connector For connecting the AC adapter. Use only the AC adapter
shipped with the PlexWriter.
USB Interface
Connector
USB Interface Complies with USB high speed and full speed.
AC Adapter
Input Voltage 100-220 Vac, 50-60 Hz
Output Voltage DC 9V +/- 10%, 50/60 Hz
USB type B connector. Use only the USB cable shipped with
the PlexWriter.
USB 2.0: High speed, 480 Mbps max
USB 1.1: Full speed, 12 Mbps max
Current:
Stand-by typical current: 300mA
Read typical current: 900mA
Write typical current: 900mA
Pause typical current: 500mA
Peak current: 2 A
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Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature 5 to 35 degrees Celsius
Performance Guarantee
Temperature
Operating Humidity
Storage Temperature –20 to +60 degrees Celsius
Storage Humidity
5 to 35 degrees Celsius
20% to 80% (non-condensing)
20% to 95% (non-condensing)
Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions (W/H/D)
(excluding front bezel)
Weight < 410 g (14.5 oz)
141 mm x 22 mm x 171 mm
(5.55 in x 0.87 in x 6.73 in)
Reliability
MTBF 60,000 Power On Hours
Tray Loading 10,000 times
Safety and EMC Standards
Country/ Region Type Agency Standard
USA Safety UL UL 1950 (AC adapter)
Laser FDA FDA 21 CFR
EMC FCC FCC 15J, Class B
Canada Safety CSA CSA 22.2 No. 950
Europe Safety CE EN60950
Laser CE IEC 60825-1
EMC CE EN55024, EN55022,
EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3
Taiwan EMC BSMI CNS13438 Class B
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Appendix B: Technical Support
Store Plextor’s e-mail, web site, phone, and fax numbers in a convenient location. Keep
your drive’s serial number and a copy of your sales receipt handy as well.
If you experience a problem while installing or operating your PlexWriter drive, please
refer first to the relevant sections of this manual regarding setup and installation (Chapters
1–3). If you do not uncover the solution there, please refer next to the maintenance and
troubleshooting chapter that begins on page 25. You may also wish to refer to the
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section of our web site to assist you in troubleshooting
the problem on your own.
NOTE
: We encourage you to go the Plextor web site (www.plextor.com) before attempting
to contact Technical Support. The answers to the most common questions callers ask can
be found quickly in the support area. Select PlexHelper for online troubleshooting or FAQs
for common questions.
If you have not been successful in your quest, our Technical Support Department will help
you solve problems that relate specifically to your PlexWriter drive. In many cases, a
problem that appears to be caused by your PlexWriter actually originates in another part of
your computer. In such instances, our technical support staff will try to help you identify
the part at fault and will refer you to the manufacturer of that part for further assistance.
How to Contact Plextor Technical Support
There are several ways for you to contact Plextor’s Technical Support Department:
•
Visit our web site (www.plextor.com
•
Send us e-mail at support@plextor.com
during which you can be reached. Be as detailed as possible in describing your problem.
Please include system configuration, hardware and software, as well as versions of
drivers used.
•
Call 800-886-3935 and select the tech support option.
) for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
. Include your telephone number and the hours
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Before You E-mail/Log On/FAX/Call
Please gather as much of the following information as possible before contacting us.
•
The serial number and TLA number of your PlexWriter. Your serial number can be
found both on the warranty card that accompanied the drive and on a label on the drive
itself. The TLA number appears both on the drive label and on a sticker at the rear of
internal drives.
•
The latest version of firmware you loaded onto the drive, if applicable.
•
The version of the Windows or Ma cintosh operating system you are using.
•
The brand name and model number of your computer (e.g., Dell 466/NP, HewlettPackard Pavilion 752n, Apple Macintosh G4, etc.).
•
The type of VGA, Super VGA, or other graphics board you use.
•
Brand name and model number of any other peripherals you have installed or connected
to your computer (e.g., CD-ROM, scanner, fax board, network board).
Returns
In the unlikely event that you need to return a drive to Plextor, you need an RMA (Returned
Materials Authorization) number. You need this number before any Plextor drive can be
returned for repair or replacement. Here’s how you get an RMA number and return your
drive:
1. Contact Plextor Technical Support. You will receive assistance in troubleshooting your
system. If the drive is determined to be defective, you will receive a Tech Support
Ticket Number.
2. Then you contact Plextor’s RMA Department by phone (800-886-3935), e-mail
(rmasupport@plextor.com
These forms are also available on Plextor’s web site, in the Support/Warranty section.
3. Fill out the RMA Request Form, include the Tech Support Ticket Number, and
e-mail or fax the form to Plextor to request an RMA number.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Number.
4. Plextor then sends you the RMA form with the RMA number and shipping information
included.
5. When you receive the RMA number, pack the Plextor drive securely in a box, and
include the RMA form as a packing slip.
6. Write the RMA number in large letters on the outside of the box, and ship the box and
the drive to Plextor.
: The RMA form will not be processed without the Tech Support Ticket
), or fax (510-651-9765) and get an RMA Request Form.
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Contacting Plextor’s RMA Department
You can contact our RMA Department and request RMA forms at:
•
rmasupport@plextor.com
•
Or by fax at 510-651-9765
•
Or by calling us at 800-886-3935
Packing Your Drive
Check the drive to make sure there is no disc inside, and if possible, pack your drive in the
original box. Some of our customers have not held on to their boxes and have had to resort
to less-than-secure methods to get drives back to us.
CAUTION
: Never ship the drive with a CD still in it.
If you did not receive a box), we recommend you pay a packaging store (such as Mail
Boxes Etc.) to ship your drive. If you don’t have a packaging store in your area, ask for
packaging pointers when you contact us to get an RMA number, before returning any drive.
Shipping Your Drive to Plextor
Be sure to write the RMA number on the outside of the shipping box. Any drive sent to
Plextor without an RMA number will not be accepted.
NOTE
: The RMA number must be clearly visible on the outside of the shipping box.
Drives must b e sent postage prepaid. We recommend that you insure your sh ipment, as
Plextor cannot be held responsible for any damage that may occur during shipment.
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Appendix C: Warranty
PLEXTOR CORP . (“Plextor”) warrants your PlexWriter 24/10/24U against any defect in
material and workmanship, under normal use, for a period of one year following its date of
purchase. In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period,
PLEXTOR will, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit.
This warranty is void: a) if the unit is operated or stored under abnormal use and
maintenance conditions; b) if the unit is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair,
modification or alteration is expressly authorized in writing by PLEXTOR;
c) if the unit is subjected to abuse, neglect, lightning strike, electrical fault, improper
packaging, or accident; d) if the unit is installed improperly; or e) if the serial number of the
unit is defaced or missing.
PLEXTOR will not, under any circumstances, be liable for direct, special, or consequential
damages such as, but not limited to, damage or loss of property or equipment, loss of profits
or revenues, cost of replacement goods, or expense or inconvenience caused by service
interruptions. Under no circumstances will any person be entitled to any sum greater than
the purchase price paid for the unit.
To obtain warranty service, you must contact PLEXTOR’s Technical Support Department
by calling 800-886-3935. They will attempt to diagnose and correct your problem by
phone. If the unit does not function properly, they will issue a Tech Support Ticket number
to be used on your RMA return request. You may be asked to furnish proof of purchase to
confirm that the unit is still under warranty.
All product returns must be authorized in advance by PLEXTOR’s RMA Department.
Authorization is confirmed by issuance of the RMA number, which must be written
prominently on the outside of the box in which the defective unit is returned to PLEXTOR.
All drives returned to PLEXTOR must be securely packaged and shipped postage prepaid.
The drive will be returned to the customer at Plextor’s expense when originating within the
United States. For a drive originating outside of the United States, the customer is
responsible for shipping costs in both directions.
NOTE
: Warranty validity is limited to that applicable in the location where the drive was
originally purchased.
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A
ac adapter · 3
connecting · 5, 29
voltage and current · 29
access time · 28
application software · 3
ATAPI command support · 2, 28
audio CD, copying · 23
B
blink rate · 4, 29
box
contents of · 3
shipping · 3, 32, 33
buffer · 28
buffer underrun-proof technology · 2
C
cable, USB · 3, 5, 29
CD
copying · 23
Plextor · 3
CD Copier · 23
CD-R
additional driver needed · 12
formatting for drag and drop · 22
reading speed · 1, 28
writing speed · 1, 11, 28
CD-R media · 11, 27
CD-ROM, playing · 11
CD-RW
additional driver needed · 12
formatting for drag and drop · 22
reading speed · 1, 28
writing speed · 1, 11, 28
CD-RW media · 11, 27
cleaning disc · 15
compact disc rewritable h igh speed logo · 11
compatibility
Orange Book · 2, 27
Red Book · 27
Yellow Book · 27
Index
compliance
MMC · 2
computer, minimum · 2, 27
configuration
Macintosh · 2
minimum · 2, 27
PC · 2
connecting the d r ive · 8
connecting to Macintosh · 10
connector
headphone · 5, 29
power · 5, 29
USB · 5, 29
controls and features · 4, 29
copying a CD · 23
D
data buffer · 28
data CD project window · 21
data CD, creating · 21
data transfer rate, USB · 29
determining your operating system · 7
device driver requirements · 12
dimensions · 30
DirectCD · 22
disc
cleaning · 15
diameter · 27
disc label · 15
disc tray · 4, 13, 14
displaying the serial number · 25
drag and drop, formatting for · 22
drive
connecting · 8
connecting to Macintosh · 10
recognizing in Windows · 9
driver
additional needed for CD-R, CD-RW · 12
generic USB · 12
obtaining · 9
Windows 98SE · 9, 12
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Index
E
Easy CD Creator · 12, 17
capabilities · 17
copying CD with · 23
creating data CD with · 21
creating music CD with · 19
formatting CD-R or CD-RW for drag and
drop · 22
installation · 18
manual · 24
running · 18
system requirements · 17
eject button · 4, 13
eject mechanisms · 29
EMC standards · 30
emergency eject hole · 4
emergency eject tool · 3, 4
environmental conditions · 30
error rate specification · 28
F
features · 1
features and controls · 4
firmware
obtaining · 25
upgrading · 2, 25
flash memory · 2
formats · 2, 27
formatting CD-R or CD-RW for drag and
drop · 22
front-panel controls · 4, 29
H
hard disk size · 2, 27
for Easy CD Creator · 17
headphone jack · 5, 29
headphone volume control · 4, 29
high speed CD-RW media · 1, 11, 28
humidity specification · 30
I
indicator LED · 4, 29
initialization time · 28
inquiry string · 28
L
label, disc · 15
laser power
adjusting with OPC · 2
optimum · 2
LED indicator · 4, 29
blink rate · 4, 29
M
Macintosh
additional software needed · 12
drive installation · 10
minimum configuration · 2
maintenance · 25
media · 11
care and handling · 15
CD-R · 11, 27
CD-RW · 11, 27
marking on · 15
recommended · 27
supported · 2, 27
memory, minimu m · 2
for Easy CD Creator · 17
minimum configuration · 2, 27
MMC compliance · 2
modes, writing · 27
mounting position · 11
See
MRW ·
Mt. Rainier · 2
MTBF · 30
music CD
creating · 19
music CD project window · 19
Mount Rainier
N
normal speed CD-RW media · 1, 11, 28
O
OPC · See optimum power control
operating position · 6
operating system
determining · 7
required · 2, 7, 27
optimum power control · 2
Orange Book compatibility · 2, 27
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P
packing for shipment · 33
PC minimum configuration · 2
for Easy CD Creator · 17
performance
USB 1.1 and · 1, 27, 28
USB 2.0 and · 1, 27, 28
Plextor CD · 3
plug and play support · 2
position, operating · 6
power connector · 5, 29
power switch · 5, 29
precautions · 5
R
RAM, mi nimum · 2, 27
for Easy CD Creator · 17
read specification · 28
reading speed · 1, 28
CD-R · 1, 28
CD-RW · 1, 28
rear-panel connectors · 4, 29
recognizing the drive in Windows · 9
Red Book compatibility · 27
reliability · 30
returns · 32
RMA department, contacting · 33
RMA number · 32, 33
RMA request form · 32
ROPC · See running optimum power control
Roxio application software · 17
running optimum power control · 2
S
safety standards · 30
security sticker · 3
serial number
displaying · 25
recording · 9
shipping your drive · 3, 32, 33
side-panel connecto r s · 4, 29
SimpliCD · 12
sleep mode · 28
software · 5
application · 3
Easy CD Creator · 12, 17
SimpliCD · 12
speed
monitoring · 4, 29
reading CD-R · 1, 28
reading CD-RW · 1, 28
writing CD-R · 1, 11, 28
writing CD-RW · 1, 11, 28
standby mode · 28
support · 31
T
tech support ticket number · 32
technical support · 31
temperature specification · 30
ticket number, tech support · 32
TLA code · 9
tray
disc · 4, 13, 14
loading and unloading · 13, 14
tray loading specification · 30
U
UDF file system · 2
upgrading firmware · 2, 25
usable formats · 2, 27
USB
connector · 5, 29
data transfer rate · 29
driver · 12
interface · 1 , 2, 27, 29
performance · 1, 27, 28
USB cable · 3, 5, 29
V
volume control · 4, 29
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W
wake mode · 28
warranty · 35
weight · 30
Windows
displaying drive’s serial number · 25
recognizing drive in · 9
Windows 2000 · 2, 7
drive installation · 8
Windows 98SE · 2, 7
drive installation · 8
manual driver installation · 9
USB
driver for · 12
Windows Me · 2, 7
drive installation · 8
Windows NT not supported · 7
Windows XP · 2, 7
drive installation · 8
write specification
CD-R · 28
CD-RW · 28
writing
image · 2
modes · 27
writing speed
CD-R · 1, 11, 28
CD-RW · 1, 11, 28
monitoring · 4, 29
Y
Yellow Book compatibility · 27
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