ENGLISH OWNER’S MANUAL Slim BD-ROM / DVD Writer To enjoy fully all the features and functions of your product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and completely.
Safety Instructions AUTION: The laser used in the writer can damage your eyes. Do not C attempt to open the cover. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Use of controls or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT AUTION: CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION C WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM. Contents Safety Instructions 1 Introduction 3 Using the Drive 4 Drive Connectors 6 Troubleshooting 7 Specifications 9 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2014 HLDS, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks used in this text: HLDS is a trademark of HLDS, Inc.; LG and the LG logo are trademarks of LG Electronics, Inc.
Introduction Drive Description This drive reads CD, DVD, and BD media and writes to CD and DVD media. This drive has a 12.7 mm slot form factor. Features of the Drive • 12.7mm height internal slim slot BD Combo Drive. • CD-R/RW, DVD-R/-R DL/ -RW/ +R/ +R DL/ +RW, DVD-RAM read and write compatible. • CD Family, DVD-ROM and BD-ROM/R/RE read compatible. • Active OPC (Running OPC)1 “Optimum Power Controller” provides for more reliable writes. • Slot loading with powered disc pull-in and eject mechanism.
Using the Drive Drive Operation Front Panel This following is the general figure of the design of the drive. The drive’s appearance and specifications may change without prior notice. Disc slot Indicator (Power, Access) Eject button 1. D isc slot This is the slot for the disc. Insert a disc on the disc slot, and then lightly push the disc. The disc will be loaded. NOTE: Disc Slot Load Eject Mechanism This drive uses a powered slot mechanism for loading and removing the disc. 2.
Inserting a Disc • I nsert the disc, label-side up, about quarter-way into the drive slot till a slight resistance is felt. • Gently push the disc further into the drive slot until the drive mechanism is heard to engage and draw in the disc. NOTE: 8 cm discs are not supported for Slot load drive. Removing a Disc • Select the Eject Command on OS/Applications, then the drive will eject the disc. • Remove the disc. Usage Guidelines • Never use a damaged, broken, scratched, or deformed disc.
Cleaning Media If dust or fingerprints get on the disc, wipe it with a soft cloth from the center to the edge. CAUTION: D o not use benzene, paint thinner, record cleaner, solvent, or static repellent. This can damage the disc. Cleaning the Drive Cleaning the inside of the drive is not recommended.
Troubleshooting Please refer to the Introduction section to determine if the drive in your system is a slim device. Symptoms and Solutions Symptoms 1. D rive is not recognized by system. Solutions 1-1. Turn off the system, remove the drive, and re-insert back to the system. 2. C annot read or play disc. 2-1. If the disc is dirty (fingerprints, etc.), clean it with a non-abrasive cloth from the disc center hole to the outside. 2-2. If the disc is scratched and warped, do not insert it into the drive.
Symptoms 7. Cannot write to disc (for drives with write capability). 8. Cannot insert disc (for slot load drives). Solutions 7-1. Is the disc loaded in the drive with the read/write surface facing the right direction? The label should be up. If a disc does not have a label, the disc code on the inner side of the disc should be properly oriented for reading when looking from the top of the disc. 7-2. CD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R, and BD-R discs cannot be re-written. 7-3.
Specifications System Interface Host Interface Applicable disc formats BD DVD CD Performance CD DVD BD Disc diameter X3T13 ATA/ATAPI-8 Revision 2c INF-8090i Version 7 (MtFuji-7) Rev 1.20 INCITS xxx T10/1836D (MMC-6) Revision 2 BD-ROM (SL/DL), BD-R (SL/DL/TL), BD-RE (SL/DL/TL) DVD-ROM (SL/DL), DVD-R (SL/DL), DVD-RW, DVD-RAM(Ver.2.
Burst transfer rate Access time (1/3 stroke) Buffer capacity Reliability Power supply Temperature Relative Humidity 1.5 G bits/s (10b side) 1.2 G bits/s (8b side) BD-ROM DVD-ROM DVD-RAM CD-ROM 2 MB MTBF Voltage Operating °C Non-operating °C Operating (No condensation) Non-operating (No condensation, Power Off, without disc) 200 ms typ. 160 ms typ. 200 ms typ. 160 ms typ.
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