IT DVD/CD Rewritable Drive Operating Instructions JP FR DE ES IT CS DRX-S77U © 2009 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents Introduction Miscellaneous Package Contents ............................ 4 Precautions for Use .......................16 Features ........................................... 4 Support Overview .........................17 System Requirements ..................... 4 User Support Web Site ...............17 Update the Drive Firmware ........17 Product and Support Information .................................17 Specifications ................................18 Part Names and Functions .
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B Introduction Package Contents Please verify that the package contains the following when unpacking. If any of these items appear to be missing and/or damaged, please contact your dealer. • Drive • • • • • • • USB cable Quick start guide Product Information AC power cord AC power adapter Software disc Warranty card Note Make sure that you back up the supplied software disc on another disc because the software disc is not distributed independently. Features This product offers the following features.
Part Names and Functions Introduction A Disc tray Insert discs here, label side up. Hint When you insert a disc, use your fingers to press around the center of the disc until it is firmly seated in the drive. When you remove a disc, lift up on the edge of the disc with your thumb while supporting the center of the disc with your forefinger. F DC IN Jack Connect the supplied AC power adapter. Note Be sure to use the supplied AC power adapter.
B Setup Connecting with the PC Installation 1 Start your computer. 2 Connect the necessary cables. • Place the drive horizontally on a stable surface. • Connect the USB cable to the drive’s USB connector. • Connect the supplied AC power cord to the supplied AC power adapter. Then connect the AC power adapter to the drive’s DC IN jack, and connect the power cord to the power outlet. AC power cord AC power adapter USB Cable Note This drive does not have a power switch.
Disconnection [Windows PC] When your computer detects the drive successfully, (or depending on your OS) appears on the Windows task bar. When you want to disconnect the drive, you must first stop it using this icon. Click ( ) on the task bar, and click the drive to be disconnected on the shortcut menu. 2 Operate following the message displayed, if any. 3 Disconnect the USB cable.
B Operation Using the Drive Use the supplied software to read and write to CDs and DVDs. Refer to the documentation of each software for details about their operation. Supplied Software (For Windows only) The supplied software disc contains the following software. Nero StartSmart Essentials Nero StartSmart serves as the command center to quickly start all the software of the Nero suite.
Using Generic Software with the Drive Using software other than the supplied software (such as generic software, shareware, or freeware) to write data to disc with this drive is not under warranty and Sony offers no customer service if problems arise from using such software. Make sure that the supplied writing software and generic writing software do not coexist on your computer.
Compatible Discs The following discs are compatible with the drive. DVD Disc types Logo Read Write DVD+R DVD+R DL (Double layer) DVD+RW DVD+RW (High Speed) DVD-R DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) DVD-RW1) DVD-RAM2) 3) 10 DVD-ROM — DVD-Video — 1) This drive is compatible with the DVD-RW disc displaying “ 2) This drive can read DVD-RAM discs displaying the “ operation is not supported. 3) Use a non-cartridge-type disc or a cartridge from which the disc can be ejected. ” mark. ”mark.
CD Disc types Logo Read Write CD-R1) CD-RW CD-RW (High Speed) CD-RW (Ultra Speed) — CD-DA (audio only) — CD Extra — Video CD — CD TEXT — Photo CD 1) Operation CD-ROM — Operation is not guaranteed when writing to or playing back 99 minute discs. Disc diameters DVD CD Read Write 12 cm 8 cm — 12 cm 8 cm Note Only round discs should be used with this drive. Attempting to read odd-shaped discs (stars, hearts, card shape, etc.) may damage the drive.
Recommended Writable Discs We recommend that you only use discs for which operation has been guaranteed. You can obtain the latest list of writable discs for which operation with this drive has been guaranteed at the user support Web site address (see page 17 for details). Note You can safely use most disc formats that comply to the appropriate standards with this drive. However, bear in mind that some generic discs do not comply to quality or performance standards necessary for safe use with this drive.
Writable Discs and Compatibility CD-R discs Data can be written on this type of disc only once, and once it has been written, it cannot be erased. Music CDs created on this media can be played on standard CD players. CD-RW discs Data can be written on and erased from this type of disc repeatedly. Typically, a new CD-RW disc can be rewritten about 1,000 times. Music CDs created on this media cannot be played on a CD player unless it is CD-RW compatible.
Precautions on Writing/Playing Discs Write speed and compatible discs • When writing data to disc at high speeds, you must use the appropriate type of disc. • Configure the writing speed through your writing software. 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 the quality of the disc in the drive. Depending on the transfer rate, there may also be limitations on writing speeds.
Copy controlled CDs This product is designed to play back discs conforming to the compact disc (CD) standard. Audio CDs encoded with copyright protection technology are now marketed by various record companies. Be aware that some of these discs do not conform to the CD standard and you may not be able to play them back with the drive. When using the drive as an audio CD player, only use audio CDs with the following mark.
B Miscellaneous Precautions for Use Operation and storage conditions Avoid using or storing the drive in a hot or humid location, or where it might be subject to severe vibration or direct sunlight. On transportation • Please repack the drive in its original carton when shipping by itself. • If the drive is to be shipped, remove any disc beforehand.
Support Overview If you have problems with the drive, or are unsure of a procedure or some other details, please contact your Sony customer support center. User Support Web Site Accessing the user support Web site Insert the supplied software disc into the drive, and in the [Menu Selection] screen, click [User Support Web Page]. You can also directly type the user support Web site address (see Product and Support Information for details) in the address box of your Web browser.
Technical Support Please consult the above sources before calling with questions about using this product, or with technical questions about the drive or the supplied software. If using telephone or e-mail support, please have the following information available: • Model number: DRX-S77U • Serial number • Date and place of purchase • Computer maker and model number • Computer specifications (CPU speed, memory size, OS version, etc.) • Writing software used (version, etc.
Power Power source DC +5.2 V (supplied from the DC IN jack) Consumption Max. 2.0 A AC power adapter1) Type: HDAC-M1 Input: AC 100 V – 240 V Output: DC 5.2 V/2 A 1) Use an AC power cord appropriate to the region or country of use. Miscellaneous Size Approx. 136.5 × 19 × 146.5 mm/ 5 3/8 × 3/4 × 53/4 in (W×H×D) Weight Miscellaneous Approx. 300 g (drive only) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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