GUIDE & SOFTWARE MANUAL TRUE 8X ™ INTERNAL E-IDE FORMAT dual DVD RECORDER For DVD+ & DVD- Recording 8x 8x 4 x 12x DVD+R DVD-R write speed write speed DVD+RW/-RW re-write speed DVD-ROM read speed 24x 24x 40x CD-R CD-RW write speed re-write speed CD-ROM read speed / Supports Windows® 98SE/Me/2000/XP
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Memorex may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables.
Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION 6 1.1. Congratulations 1.2. About your new Memorex DVD Recorder 1.3. Tools required for installation 2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION 8 2.1. Setup Flowchart 2.2. About the ATAPI/E-IDE Interface 3. PHYSICAL INSTALLATION OF YOUR NEW DVD RECORDER 11 4. OPERATING YOUR NEW DRIVE 16 4.1. Front Panel 4.2. Loading a Disc 4.3. Ejecting a Disc 4.4. Troubleshooting 5. INCLUDED SOFTWARE 19 5.1 Nero StartSmart 5.2 Nero Express 6 5.3 NeroVision Express 2 5.4 InCD 4 5.
1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing a Memorex DVD Recorder. Bringing a new dimension to your PC’s capabilities and performance, Memorex’s DVD drives are designed for recording, re-writing, and playing CDs and DVDs. Memorex makes award-winning optical drives that every other drive is compared to. Memorex quality, reliability, features, bundled software, and reputation are the reasons why.
1.2. About your new Memorex DVD Recorder Your new Memorex DVD Recorder is a state-of-the-art device, capable of recording a wide variety of disc types and formats. Here is a list of some of the major features of this drive: Dual Format Recording: Records both DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW discs. Fast Recording Speeds: This drive provides fast DVD recording speeds on both DVD and CD media. Please note that speeds displayed below are maximum recording speeds and average recording speeds might be lower.
2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2.1. Setup Flowchart This flowchart shows the procedure for setting up your new Memorex E-IDE drive. For easy cross-referencing, please go to chapter 3 in this guide. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP Set up the DVD drive 1. Disconnect power from computer. 2. Remove the outer casing of computer. 3. Set the jumper switches. 4. Fit the drive into the computer.
2.2.1. Rear panel The drive’s rear panel features the following: 39 40 5 1 1 DIGITAL/ANALOG AUDIO OUT For connecting your drive to the sound card or connection in your computer. 2 JUMPER SWITCH Insert a plastic jumper switch to set the connection of the IDE to MASTER or to SLAVE. The jumper switch is set on MASTER by default. 4 3 2 3 IDE INTERFACE CONNECTOR Connects the included 40-pin cable. 4 DC INPUT Connects the 4-pin internal power cable of the computer.
MASTER - Leave the jumper switch on the MASTER position if: • You'll be replacing your system's existing CD-ROM drive with your new Memorex DVD recorder. In this case you need to disconnect your CD-ROM drive's secondary IDE controller cable and power cable and then plug in the new Memorex DVD recorder using the same IDE controller cable connector and power cable. • You will be adding your new Memorex DVD drive to an existing drive that will become the SLAVE recorder.
Important Note: If you are adding your new Memorex drive to a system already equipped with a DVD-ROM or high-speed drive that features CS (Check the existing drive’s jumper setting.) You may encounter problems such as the blue error screen when attempting to record a CD using particular CD recording software. In that case, turn off the computer, remove the cover, and reposition the jumper switch on your CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive from its CS setting to the SLAVE setting.
4. Select an available drive bay that can hold your new DVD Recorder. Most computers have a blank cover plate over the empty drive bay. These plates typically snap into place although some may be secured by screws. Consult your computer’s documentation and then remove the cover plate. Note 1: To install your new DVD Recorder, you need an empty drive bay.
8. Connect one end of the the supplied audio cable to the audio output (audio out) of your DVD Recorder. Connect the other end of the audio cable to your soundcard. Do not force in the connector heads. Gently try to insert the connector heads in after determining their correct orientation. Please note that some soundcards may only have one internal audio input which is probably occupied by the audio output of your CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive already.
10.Chances are that your computer may already have an IDE cable with a spare connector. If so, you may skip to step 14. If not, please proceed to step 11. 11. It is now time to replace your computer’s original IDE ribbon cable with the three connector E-IDE ribbon cable provided in the package. On most computers, the connectors are keyed in such a way that it is impossible to install this cable incorrectly. However, this may not be the case in your computer. CSEL will not work with the supplied cables. 12.
AUDI O OU T DIGI TAL ANAL OG DG R G L CSEL SLAV MASTE ER 1 IDE INTE RFAC CONN E ECTO R DC +5V INPU T G + 12V Top Top 4-pin power cable Bottom 17. Carefully slide your new drive into the bay. Locate the screw holes on the drive and match them against the screw holes in the chassis. Insert all 4, 3mm mounting screws from the sides and tighten them. Be careful not to drop any of the screws inside the computer. Do not over tighten screws; this may cause drive mechnism to jam or the screw to break off.
Important Notes:For the most desired results, ensure that your Operating System has the DMA setting enabled for all of your Internal Drives. Consult your Microsoft Windows User's Guide to verify how to enable this setting and consult your Computer manufacturer's documentation to verify that your Computer and it's various components like the Hard Drives are capable of enabling and utilizing the many benefits of DMA. 4.
4.2. Loading a Disc 1. Press the eject button to open the tray. 2. Carefully place the disc, label-side up, on the disc tray. 3. Press the eject button again to close the disc tray. 4.3. Ejecting a Disc • If your new drive is powered on, press the eject button to eject the disc. Be sure to remove the disc after it is completely ejected. (Trying to remove the disc before it is completely ejected may cause the drive to malfunction or damage to the disc).
To eject the disc manually when it cannot be ejected in the normal way (for example, if the power is shut off inadvertently or the loading mechanism fails), please follow the steps below: Important Note: This technique should be used only as a last resort. Frequent use may lead to malfunction. 1. You’ll need a pin-like object of 2 mm or less in diameter to open the tray. A straightened paper clip makes an ideal tool. 2. Insert the pin-like tool into the manual eject hole and push gently.
5. SOFTWARE Your Memorex DVD+/-RW True 8X DVD Recorder includes a CD-ROM disc that installs the comprehensive Nero 6 software package offering easy and simple access to all the popular CD and DVD recording formats. This software allows you to create and copy digital audio, data, photo, and video programs on both CDs and DVDs. The package includes: 5.1.
5.7. Nero Cover Designer Nero Cover Designer is a user-friendly program for creating and designing individual covers and labels. It allows you to use your own ideas to create personalized CD covers, booklets, and much more. You can give every disc an individual custom look. 5.8. Nero Recode 2 Nero Recode 2 is a new program for copying and archiving non-copy-protected DVD video titles onto a single 4.7GB DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, or DVD-RAM disc. If the source DVD is a dual-layer disc with contents.
6. RECORDING CDS AND DVDS 6.1. Software Installation The Memorex recording software is easy to install using the following steps: To install the software under Windows 2000 or Windows XP, you must have administrator rights. 1. Close all Windows programs and close any anti-virus software which may be running. 2. Insert the Memorex Nero 6 software installation CD into the CD/DVD drive. 3. An installation menu appears from which you can choose to install the desired components.
3. In the welcome window, you can once again see the components you can choose to remove. Click on NEXT to continue uninstalling. 4. Click on REMOVE and confirm by clicking on the NEXT button. The Uninstall wizard opens. 5. The Nero 6 uninstall wizard then automatically removes the desired components. Once the uninstall is complete, click on FINISH. 6. Restart your computer so that the changes will take effect. 6.3.
Depending on the selected project type and the installed software, this section shows the available categories in Nero StartSmart. If you hover the mouse over the individual category icons, the possible tasks in that category are displayed. For each task, you also have the option of deciding for yourself which application is to be used to open it. If you hover the mouse over the desired task, the OPEN WITH option appears in the Nero StartSmart bar.
In addition to the areas and elements that are available in standard view, the Nero StartSmart bar also gives you the option of accessing the desired program directly. This area shows all installed applications in the Nero 6 product family. Click once on the desired application to access it. This area shows all installed applications in the Nero Toolkit. Click once on the desired application to access it. 6.4.
Make WMA Disc Make Nero Digital Audio Disc Make Audio & Data CD (CD only) Make WMA Disc Make Nero Digital Audio Disc Make Audio & Data CD (CD only) This category contains the possible tasks for photo and video editing. The tasks displayed depend on the selected mode.
Standard mode Get System Info Test Drive Erase Disc Make Label or Cover Control Drive's Speed Expert mode Get System Info Test Drive Erase Disc Make Label or Cover Control Drive's Speed Get System Info Disc Info 6.4.4 Assigning programs Clicking on a task in Nero StartSmart automatically opens a program that is well suited for executing that task. Many tasks, such as creating an audio CD, can be performed with more than one program; and you can change the program assignment if you like.
The second tab displays your Serial Number information and allows you to remove your current serial number or to enter a new serial number for upgrade features 7. Burning -The Basics In this section, the QuickStart guide only deals with the default combinations. If you have already changed the program assignment, the programs opened differ from those in the QuickStart. For more details, please refer to the .pdf manuals on the original installation disc.
2. In the window, click on the "Add" button to open the window for selecting files. 3. Select the desired files and click on the "Add" button to transfer them to the compilation. 4. Once you have finished adding files, click on the "Finished" button to close the window and return to the Nero Express 6 screen. 5. All the files you have added appear in the compilation window. Click on the "Next" button to advance to the burning window.
6. Before burning the disc, make the final settings. Current Recorder Select the Memorex DVD+/-RW True 8X DVD recorder from the list of connected recorders. Disc name Give the disc a title if you like. Writing Speed Select the speed for the burning process. Number of copies Select the number of copies to be burned. Multisession disc If this checkbox is selected, a multi-session disc is created, allowing you to add further sessions later.
■ The burning process starts and you will see information about the current status. ■ Once the burning process is complete, you can Save and then print a log file of the burning process To do this, click on the appropriate button. 8. Click on the "Next" button to advance to the selection window. 9. Select the desired option or close Nero Express 6.
7.2. Make an Audio Disc An audio disc contains music files that can be played back in any CD player and many DVD players. 1. Start Nero StartSmart; select the "Audio" category and click on "Make Audio CD." > Nero Express 6 starts automatically and the compilation window for audio discs opens. 2. In the window, click on the "Add" button to open the window for selecting files.
3. Select the desired files and click on the "Add" button to transfer them to the compilation. 4. Once you have finished adding files, click on the "Finished" button to close the window and return to the Nero Express 6 screen. 5. All the files you have added appear in the compilation window. Click on the "Next" button to advance to the burning window. 6. Before burning the disc, make the final settings.
Current Recorder Select the Memorex DVD+/-RW True 8X DVD recorder from the list of connected recorders. Title (CD TEXT) If the recorder supports the writing of CD TEXT, you can enter the title of the CD here. The title may not be longer than 64 characters. Artist (CD TEXT) If the recorder supports the writing of CD TEXT, you can enter the artist's name for the CD here. The name may not be longer than 64 characters. Writing Speed Select the speed for the burning process.
9. Select the desired option or close Nero Express 6. 7.3. Make a Video Disc A video disc contains video files that you can burn in a variety of formats (VCD / SVCD or DVD-Video) that you can record on your Memorex DVD+/-RW True 8X DVD drive. This QuickStart Guide describes the creation of a DVD video disc. The procedure for a VCD or SVCD is essentially the same. 1. Start Nero StartSmart; select the "Photo and Video" category and click on "Make your own DVD-Video.
2. Click on "Add Video Files" to open the window for selecting the files. 3. Select the desired files and click on the "Open" button to transfer them to the compilation. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more video files. 5. All selected files appear in the compilation window. Click on the "Next" button to create the menu. 6. Make the desired changes to the DVD menu by highlighting the individual menu items with the mouse and selecting the desired option.
7. You can use the remote control to move around the menu, e.g., to view the videos again. Click on the "Next" button to proceed to the next window. 8. Before burning the disc, make the final settings.
Burn to Select the Memorex DVD+/-RW True 8X DVD recorder from the list of connected recorders. Write to Hard Disc Folder If you do not want to burn the project (yet) but you want to save it to the hard disc instead, click on this button to open up a window where you can select the location you to which you can save it. Volume Name Change the name of the disc if you wish to do so. Recording Settings Depending on the selected destination recorder, you can adjust the recording settings, e.g.
7.4. Copy a Disc Unless you own the copyright or have the permission of the copyright holder, the unauthorized copying of discs represents a violation of national or international laws and may result in serious penalties. 1. Start Nero StartSmart; select the "Copy and Backup" category and click on "Copy Disc." ■ NeroVision Express 2 starts automatically and the selection window for the drives and the final burning settings opens up. 2.
5. Once you have made all your settings, click on the "Burn" button to start burning the disc. ■ The burning process starts and you will see information about the current status. ■ Once the burning process is complete, you can print or save a log of the burning process. 6. Click on the "Next" button to advance to the selection window.
7. Select the desired option or close Nero Express 6. 7.5. Upgrade Options You have the option of upgrading to the full retail version of Nero Burning-ROM if you would like to add more features and options to your recording software. Visit Nero at http://www.nero.com to find out what extra features are available and to purchase the full version if you choose. 7.5.1 Updates (free downloads) At http://www.nero.
5) Where can I get assistance with technical problems? For all technical problems, we recommend visiting the Nero help system at http://englishsupport.nero.com. If you cannot find an answer to your problem there, you can contact our support team. In case of difficulties or to find answers to your questions, please: 1. Carefully read this Quick Start Guide. 2. Visit our Customer Support web site at http://www.memorex.com. 3. E-mail our Tech Support at techsupport@memorex.com 4.
8. TROUBLESHOOTING A summary of common questions and their answers are listed below to help you troubleshoot your new drive before calling for customer service. You may also refer to the Memorex web site at http://www.memorex.com for more information. 8.1. The drive is not recognized. • Make certain the 4-pin power cable from the computer’s power supply is attached correctly. 8.2. The drive is not turned on. (The front panel LED does not light.) • Is the computer turned on? Turn the computer on.
8.4. The disc tray does not open when you press the eject button. • Is the drive turned on? (Does the LED light on the front panel light?) Refer to “The drive is not turned on (The front panel LED does not light).” (Troubleshooting Item 1) • Is any CD/DVD writing software being used? Some CD/DVD writing software prohibits ejecting while accessing. (If you are using such a software program, the disc tray does not open even if the eject button is pressed.
8.6. No data can be read from a disc. • Is the disc ejected without order? Refer to Troubleshooting Item 8.4. • Is the disc useable with the drive? Be sure that the disc is compatible with the drive. • Is the disc dusty or dirty? Remove dust or dirt from the disc using an air spray or a dry soft cloth. To avoid damage discs, wipe the disc gently from the center perpendicular to the edge of the disc. The Memorex Air Duster and OptiCloth products work great for this application.
• Is there dust on the disc tray or on the disc itself? • Does the computer have a sufficient power supply? The drive has a power consumption of 11W to 12W (when reading and writing) and 25W on spin up. • Does your computer have several different CD/DVD writing applications installed? If you use more than one CD/DVD writing application simultaneously, the behavior of the drive can become unpredictable. • Do you have DMA enabled on all of your Internal Drives? 8.11.
9. APPENDIX Technical Notes Buffer Underrun Protection Function DVD drives are equipped with a buffer memory that temporarily stores data that is being transferred. When the buffer memory becomes empty due to a delay of data transfer for any reason, a writing error happens. Such a condition is defined as a buffer underrun; such an error is defined as a buffer underrun error. Buffer underrun protection is featured in this drive.
Track-at-Once (TAO) This method is used to write all data on a track-by-track basis. A track can be defined as the smallest unit of area that contains an ordinary program, image file, text file, etc. This method enables you to add data to the same disc, one track of data at a time, as long as there is free space available on the disc. A disc that contains data written in several sessions is defined as a multi-session disc.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING These precautions explain how to use the device correctly and safely, thereby preventing injury to yourself or to others. This section has been sub-divided into a WARNING section and a CAUTION section, according to the likelihood and nature of any potential injuries or damage inflicted. The relate to your personal safety, and also help you minimize the risk of damaging the device. Please read these sections carefully before proceeding.
CAUTION Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to yourself or others, or damage to the device or other property. these precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: • Always unplug the computer from the electrical outlet if it will not be used for a prolonged period of time or if there is a risk of lightning. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, short-circuiting or fire.
■ About CD/DVD discs Please read the following regarding the handling of CD/DVD discs. 1. Do not expose discs to excessive heat such as in direct sunlight of near a heater. Also avoid keeping them in a humid place. 2. Do not touch disc, surfaces. When handling a disc, hold it by its edges. 3. Remove dust and dirt from disc surfaces. Use air-based dust removers. The surfaces may be scratched if wiped with a dry cloth. 4. Do not label your DVD discs. 5. Do not write on disc surfaces except where indicated.
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