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... Support Overview 28 User Support Web Site 28 Update the Drive Firmware ........28 Product and Support Information 28 Operation Using the Drive 13 Supplied Software 13 Using Generic Software with the Drive 14 Compatible Discs 15 Recommended Writable Discs ... 17 Writable Disc Features 18 Precautions on Writing/Playing Discs 22 Maximizing Performance...
... Support Overview 28 User Support Web Site 28 Update the Drive Firmware ........28 Product and Support Information 28 Operation Using the Drive 13 Supplied Software 13 Using Generic Software with the Drive 14 Compatible Discs 15 Recommended Writable Discs ... 17 Writable Disc Features 18 Precautions on Writing/Playing Discs 22 Maximizing Performance...
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...Please Record Responsibly Before copying anything onto a disc, please be sure that might occur when using the supplied software. ❑ The supplied software can only be used in the specified or recommended system environment, in accordance with special hardware, operating problems... interest of product improvement. • is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Pentium is valid only when the supplied accessories (including software) are used with this product. ❑ Specifications of the supplied software may be changed without obtaining permission of the copyright holder. ...
...Please Record Responsibly Before copying anything onto a disc, please be sure that might occur when using the supplied software. ❑ The supplied software can only be used in the specified or recommended system environment, in accordance with special hardware, operating problems... interest of product improvement. • is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Pentium is valid only when the supplied accessories (including software) are used with this product. ❑ Specifications of the supplied software may be changed without obtaining permission of the copyright holder. ...
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... prevent buffer underrun errors. • Quick start guide • Operating instructions (this document) • AC power cord • AC adapter (MPA-AC1) • Software Quick Start Guide • Software disc • Stand • Warranty card Note Make sure that the package contains the following when unpacking. B Introduction Unpacking the Package Contents Please...
... prevent buffer underrun errors. • Quick start guide • Operating instructions (this document) • AC power cord • AC adapter (MPA-AC1) • Software Quick Start Guide • Software disc • Stand • Warranty card Note Make sure that the package contains the following when unpacking. B Introduction Unpacking the Package Contents Please...
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... rate is supplied with currently available PCI adapter cards that conform to USB 2.0. Under actual operating conditions, the requirements imposed by your software must use discs that are compatible with the write speed you have selected. • Writing speed may automatically be adjusted depending on ...necessary requirements to write to disc normally. Notes • You must also be met. You can also use the USB 2.0 EHCI driver software supplied with Windows 2000 SP4 and Windows XP SP1. Introduction System Requirements The drive should be used with a system that meets the following...
... rate is supplied with currently available PCI adapter cards that conform to USB 2.0. Under actual operating conditions, the requirements imposed by your software must use discs that are compatible with the write speed you have selected. • Writing speed may automatically be adjusted depending on ...necessary requirements to write to disc normally. Notes • You must also be met. You can also use the USB 2.0 EHCI driver software supplied with Windows 2000 SP4 and Windows XP SP1. Introduction System Requirements The drive should be used with a system that meets the following...
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... USB cable to the drive's USB connector. • Connect the supplied AC power cord to malfunction. Setup Connection through USB Note This product including bundled software functions properly under other OS (operating system) environment. Follow the instructions when connecting the product. 1 Start your computer handy.
... USB cable to the drive's USB connector. • Connect the supplied AC power cord to malfunction. Setup Connection through USB Note This product including bundled software functions properly under other OS (operating system) environment. Follow the instructions when connecting the product. 1 Start your computer handy.
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... the Windows task bar. Note Connect the drive to perform the procedure above , your OS. 3 Connect the other end of the USB cable to the Software Quick Start Guide for details. Disconnection The disconnection procedure varies depending on the computer. 4 Insert the supplied...
... the Windows task bar. Note Connect the drive to perform the procedure above , your OS. 3 Connect the other end of the USB cable to the Software Quick Start Guide for details. Disconnection The disconnection procedure varies depending on the computer. 4 Insert the supplied...
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... modify and such audio files as the command center to DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, and CD-RW. InCD InCD is software that allows you to back up the data on your hard disk to the hard disk, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD-RAM, or CD-R/RW ...discs. Nero Express A light version of each software for compiling, copying and archiving DVD-Video titles and other video files (that are not copy-protected) onto DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD-RAM, or...
... modify and such audio files as the command center to DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, and CD-RW. InCD InCD is software that allows you to back up the data on your hard disk to the hard disk, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD-RAM, or CD-R/RW ...discs. Nero Express A light version of each software for compiling, copying and archiving DVD-Video titles and other video files (that are not copy-protected) onto DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD-RAM, or...
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... a network connection and to disc with the Drive Using software other than the supplied software (such as BHA's DVD-RAM Driver and Panasonic's DVDForm 14 Using Generic Software with this drive is not under warranty and Sony offers no customer service if problems arise from any of drives..., the discs they contain, and the installed software. Taking appropriate steps to avoid this may solve the problem...
... a network connection and to disc with the Drive Using software other than the supplied software (such as BHA's DVD-RAM Driver and Panasonic's DVDForm 14 Using Generic Software with this drive is not under warranty and Sony offers no customer service if problems arise from any of drives..., the discs they contain, and the installed software. Taking appropriate steps to avoid this may solve the problem...
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... supported by the disc (max. 6×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 6×) DVD-RAM2) Speed supported by the drive. For more details on your software and media, this speed may vary.
... supported by the disc (max. 6×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 6×) DVD-RAM2) Speed supported by the drive. For more details on your software and media, this speed may vary.
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...; With 8 cm discs, you must place the drive horizontally. • When using a double-sided disc, orient the drive horizontally. 16 For more details on your software and media, this drive. CD Disc types CD-R CD-RW CD-RW (High Speed) CD-RW (Ultra Speed) CD-RW (Ultra Speed Plus) CD-ROM...
...; With 8 cm discs, you must place the drive horizontally. • When using a double-sided disc, orient the drive horizontally. 16 For more details on your software and media, this drive. CD Disc types CD-R CD-RW CD-RW (High Speed) CD-RW (Ultra Speed) CD-RW (Ultra Speed Plus) CD-ROM...
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... browser. Note You can also directly type the user support Web site address (see page 28 for details). User support Web site Insert the supplied software disc into the drive, and in the address box of writable discs for details) in the [Menu Selection] screen, click [User Support Web Page]. You...
... browser. Note You can also directly type the user support Web site address (see page 28 for details). User support Web site Insert the supplied software disc into the drive, and in the address box of writable discs for details) in the [Menu Selection] screen, click [User Support Web Page]. You...
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Music CDs created on CD-R disc media can be played on the writing software. 19 Note Drives that do not have the Ultra Speed Plus CD-RW logo ...writing speed to that specified for the particular Ultra Speed CD-RW disc media being used. Data written on the writing software according to the purpose of the data. Writing Speed When writing to CD-R and CD-RW discs, set the ...only once, and once it has been written, it is designed to such discs with writing software. Change the writing speed on standard CD players. Music CDs created on CD-RW disc media cannot be CD-RW ...
Music CDs created on CD-R disc media can be played on the writing software. 19 Note Drives that do not have the Ultra Speed Plus CD-RW logo ...writing speed to that specified for the particular Ultra Speed CD-RW disc media being used. Data written on the writing software according to the purpose of the data. Writing Speed When writing to CD-R and CD-RW discs, set the ...only once, and once it has been written, it is designed to such discs with writing software. Change the writing speed on standard CD players. Music CDs created on CD-RW disc media cannot be CD-RW ...
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...+RW, DVD-R DL, and DVD-RW discs may not be repeatedly written to DVD+RW, DVD-RW and DVD-RAM discs, when used with writing software. Playback (read on the combination. Further, because of disc. Once it has been written, it is recorded (written). DVD-RAM Discs Data can be written...
...+RW, DVD-R DL, and DVD-RW discs may not be repeatedly written to DVD+RW, DVD-RW and DVD-RAM discs, when used with writing software. Playback (read on the combination. Further, because of disc. Once it has been written, it is recorded (written). DVD-RAM Discs Data can be written...
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...becomes permanent and can change the region code of the drive on it's properties dialog box accessible from doing so are not covered by software manufacturers. DVD copy protection technology Most DVD-Video discs on the market are sometimes determined by the warranty. For details about the setting ...procedures, refer to your writing software documentation. • When writing data to disc, the drive may adjust the writing speed to play back DVD-Video, the region code ...
...becomes permanent and can change the region code of the drive on it's properties dialog box accessible from doing so are not covered by software manufacturers. DVD copy protection technology Most DVD-Video discs on the market are sometimes determined by the warranty. For details about the setting ...procedures, refer to your writing software documentation. • When writing data to disc, the drive may adjust the writing speed to play back DVD-Video, the region code ...
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... may not be played back under certain conditions. Be aware that some of these discs are now marketed by various record companies. Attention Regarding DualDisc Software A DualDisc is not guaranteed. 23 However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is...
... may not be played back under certain conditions. Be aware that some of these discs are now marketed by various record companies. Attention Regarding DualDisc Software A DualDisc is not guaranteed. 23 However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is...
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... default CD-R and CD-ROM read /write speed when you are available on the condition of the disc you insert a disc is the built-in software that may limit writing speed to its default of this operation has been certified by updating the drive firmware. Depending on the user support Web...
... default CD-R and CD-ROM read /write speed when you are available on the condition of the disc you insert a disc is the built-in software that may limit writing speed to its default of this operation has been certified by updating the drive firmware. Depending on the user support Web...
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....br/eletronicos Product purchased in the address box of your Sony customer support center. The information is periodically updated, so we recommend that there is an update for computer peripheral products About the Bundled Software Detailed information about the software supplied with the drive • Latest firmware • Frequently asked questions • Troubleshooting...
....br/eletronicos Product purchased in the address box of your Sony customer support center. The information is periodically updated, so we recommend that there is an update for computer peripheral products About the Bundled Software Detailed information about the software supplied with the drive • Latest firmware • Frequently asked questions • Troubleshooting...
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... • Date and place of purchase • Computer maker and model number • Computer specifications (CPU speed, memory size, OS version, etc.) • Writing software used (version, etc.) Local technical support is only available in the specified sales regions. For contact information, refer to the locality, and that technical support... vary according to the warranty card. Miscellaneous Technical Support Please consult the above sources before calling with questions about the drive or the supplied software. If using this product, or with a warranty card for this product.
... • Date and place of purchase • Computer maker and model number • Computer specifications (CPU speed, memory size, OS version, etc.) • Writing software used (version, etc.) Local technical support is only available in the specified sales regions. For contact information, refer to the locality, and that technical support... vary according to the warranty card. Miscellaneous Technical Support Please consult the above sources before calling with questions about the drive or the supplied software. If using this product, or with a warranty card for this product.
