Sony DRX820U Operating Instructions
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IT 2-672-467-11 (1) 4J.B8A01.011 DVD/CD Rewritable Drive Operating Instructions JP FR DE ES IT CS DRX-820U © 2006 Sony Corporation - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 2
instructions, on, the user is encouraged to cable recommended in this manual must be used with Support Information" page. The telephone number below is not for customer service but only for official purpose. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DRX-820U Responsible Party: Sony - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 3
, Klasse B.) CAUTION The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power. Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 3 - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 4
24 Miscellaneous Precautions for Use 25 Specifications 26 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 - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 5
valid only when the supplied accessories (including software) are used in the specified or recommended system environment, in accordance with the documentation, and applies only to this DVD/CD rewritable drive. Our customer service and user support apply only under these product warranty conditions - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 6
of 16x when using high speed DVD+R, DVDR discs. ❑ The drive can write to DVD-RAM discs. ❑ Features the technology to prevent buffer underrun errors. • Quick start guide • Operating instructions (this document) • AC power cord • AC adapter (MPA-AC1) • Software Quick Start Guide • Software disc - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 7
You can also use the USB 2.0 EHCI driver software supplied with Windows 2000 SP4 and Windows XP SP1. For details, contact your USB 2.0 adapter dealer or consult the Microsoft Corporation Web site. • When connected to a product that does not support Hi-Speed USB, the maximum transfer rate is limited - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Part Names and Functions Front Panel 1 2 34 Rear Panel 5 6 7 8 - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 9
, elongated object into this hole to eject the disc tray manually. D Disc tray Insert discs here, label side up. Power Switch Press to turn the drive on or off. F USB Connector Used with a USB cable to connect the drive to a computer. G DC IN Jack Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC power - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 10
B Setup Placing the Drive Using the Drive Vertically Attach the supplied stand as illustrated below to use the drive vertically. Position the drive so that the stand straddles the two anti-vibration pads on the drive bottom and then press it into place. Using the Drive Horizontally Place the drive - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 11
product can cause it to malfunction. Follow the instructions when connecting the product. 1 Start your computer. 2 Connect the necessary cables, then turn on the drive. • Connect the USB cable to the drive's USB connector. • Connect the supplied AC power cord to the supplied AC adapter. Then connect - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 12
cable to your computer. Note Connect the drive to a USB connector on the computer. 4 Insert the supplied software disc into the DVD/CD rewritable drive and install the software. Refer to the Software Quick Start Guide for details. Disconnection The disconnection procedure varies depending on your - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 13
DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD-RAM, or CD-R/RW discs. InCD InCD is a packet writing software. It supports writing to DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, and CD-RW. NeroVision Express DVD-Video and video CD authoring software. Nero ShowTime DVD-Video and video CD playback software. Nero Recode Nero Recode is software - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 14
) 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. Taking appropriate steps to avoid this situation - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 15
by the disc (max. 6×) DVD-RAM2) Speed supported by the disc (max. 5×) DVD-ROM - - DVD-Video - - 1) Writing speed supported by the drive. Depending on your software and media, this speed may vary. For more details on writing speed by disc type, access the user support Web site (see page 28 - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 16
by the disc (max. 32×) - - - - - - - - - - 1) Writing speed supported by the drive. Depending on your software and media, this speed may vary. For more details on writing speed by disc type, access the user support Web site (see page 28). DVD CD Disc diameters 12 cm 8 cm 12 cm 8 cm - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 17
drive has been guaranteed at 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 [Menu Selection] screen, click [User Support Web Page]. You can also directly type the user support Web site address (see page - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 18
the type of disc that matches what you want to do. DVD+R DVD+R DL DVD+RW DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW DVDRAM CD-R CD-RW Want to create DVDVideo that can the data written to the discs above with most drives/players that support their formats. However, some combinations of drives/players and discs ( - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 19
back (read) these CD-R and CD-RW discs on other CD-ROM drives, make settings on the writing software according to the purpose of the data. CD-R Discs Data can be written to this type of disc set the writing speed to that specified on the disc. Change the writing speed on the writing software. 19 - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 20
000 times. To play back (or read the data on) a DVD-RAM disc, a DVD-ROM drive or DVD player that supports DVD-RAM discs is required. About playback/reading compatibility in DVDs DVD+R DL/DVD+R/DVD-R DL/DVD-R discs, as well as DVD+RW and DVD-RW discs created and finalized with the drive can be played - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 21
be supported. Playback of DVD-RAM discs is only supported for DVD-RAM compatible DVD drives and DVD players. Further, because of the differences in quality and characteristics between various DVD-ROM drive, DVD player, DVD+R DL disc, DVD+R disc, DVD+RW disc, DVD-R DL disc, DVD-R disc, DVD-RW disc - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 22
drive to play back DVD-Video, the region code on the DVD disc, the region code of the drive, and the region code of the DVD-Video software must all match. With not attempt to make unauthorized changes to the region code. Any problems resulting from doing so are not covered by the warranty. Hint You - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 23
played back under certain conditions. For details, refer to the documentation of your audio CD. Attention Regarding DualDisc Software A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 24
using the drive with the latest firmware as some problems encountered when using the drive can be solved simply by updating the drive firmware. Firmware updates are available on the user support Web site. see page 28 for details. Hint The firmware is the built-in software that makes the drive work - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 25
shipped while installed in a PC, remove any disc beforehand. Avoiding condensation problems As much as possible, avoid sudden temperature changes. Do not attempt to changes suddenly while using the drive, stop using it but keep the power on for at least an hour. Handling discs • Handle discs only by - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 26
. Buffer underrun error protection Operating environment Operating temperature 5 to 35ºC Power and miscellaneous Power source DC +12 V (supplied from the DC IN jack) Consumption Max. 3.0 A AC adapter AC 100 - 240 V (use a power cord appropriate to the region or country of use) Size Approx. 52 - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 27
(max.): 120 mW (CW) 240 mW (Pulse) DVD Wavelength: 658 ±4 nm Output power (max.): 100 mW (CW) 250 mW (Pulse) Interface Drive interface USB 2.0-compliant (Hi-Speed USB) ×1 Buffer capacity 2 MB Drive product number (Inquiry) SONY DVD RW DRU-820A Design and specifications are subject to change without - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 28
about the drive • Information about the software supplied with the drive • Latest firmware • Frequently asked questions • Troubleshooting guide • Certified compatible computers • Certified compatible discs • Operating instructions • Et cetera Accessing the user support Web site Insert the supplied - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 29
or the supplied software. If using telephone or e-mail support, please have the following information available: • Model number: DRX-820U • Serial number card. Note that technical support conditions may vary according to the locality, and that charges and/or limited service may apply in some regions. - Sony DRX820U | Operating Instructions - Page 30
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Operating Instructions
© 2006 Sony Corporation
2-672-467-
11
(1)
4J.B8A01.011
IT
JP
FR
DE
ES
IT
CS
DVD/CD
Rewritable Drive
DRX-820U