Sony DRX-710UL User Manual

Operating Instructions© 2004 Sony Corporation2-188-006-11 (1)7819900908ITJPFRDEESITCSDVD/CDRewritable DriveDRX-710UL

10B SetupPlacing the DriveAttach the supplied stand as illustrated below to use the drive vertically.Position the drive so that the stand straddles th

11SetupConnection through i.LINKNoteThis product including bundled software functions properly under Windows XP, Windows 2000.It may not fulfill all f

121 Start your computer. 2 Connect the necessary cables, then turn on the drive. • Connect the i.LINK cable to the 6-pin i.LINK connector on the drive

13Setup3 Connect the other end of the i.LINK cable to your computer. NoteWe recommend that you connect the drive directly to your computer's i.LI

14Windows XPWith Windows XP, first confirm that there are no programs running and that the drive's busy indicator is not lit, and then disconnect

15SetupConnection Using i.LINKi.LINK devices are connected in series using i.LINK cables. This is sometimes referred to as “daisy chain” connection.Br

16Care must be taken to ensure that no path loops back on itself.The digital signal passes through all the connected i.LINK cables. Circular cable con

17SetupConnection through USB Note• This product including bundled software functions properly under Windows XP and Windows 2000.It may not fulfill al

183 Connect the other end of the USB cable to your computer. NoteConnect the drive to a USB connector on the computer.4 When the computer is ready,

19Setup2 Click [OK] to close the message.Now you are ready to disconnect the drive. 3 Disconnect the USB cable. Windows XPWith Windows XP, first confi

2Safety RegulationsWARNING You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to oper

20B OperationUsing the DriveUse the supplied software to create discs and play back DVDs. Refer to the documentation of each software for details abou

21OperationUsing software other than the supplied software (such as generic software, shareware, or freeware) to write data to disc with this drive is

22Compatible DiscsThe following discs are compatible with the drive.DVD1)Writing speed supported by the drive. Depending on your software and media, t

23OperationCDNotes• Only round discs should be used with this drive. Attempting to read odd-shaped discs (stars, hearts, card shape, etc.) may damage

24We recommend that you only use discs for which operation has been guaranteed. You can obtain the latest list of writable discs for which operation w

25OperationYou can use a variety of discs with the drive to write data. Refer to the table below to find the type of disc that matches what you want t

26CD-R and CD-RW DiscsThe DVD/CD RW drive can write to CD-R and CD-RW discs, when used with writing software. The ability of another model of CD-ROM d

27OperationAlso, depending on the particular drive-disc combination, some CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be readable in some drives due to variations in

28Precautions when Writing Data to DiscWrite speed and compatible discs• When writing data to disc at high speeds, you must use the appropriate type o

29OperationCopy controlled CDsThis product is designed to play back discs conforming to the compact disc (CD) standard. Audio CDs encoded with copyrig

3CE SicherheitsbestimmungenDiese Ausrüstung erfüllt die Europäischen EMC-Bestimmungen für die Verwendung in folgender / folgenden Umgebung(en):• Wohng

30Maximizing PerformanceMake sure that you use High Speed discs for which this operation has been certified by Sony. For the latest information about

31MiscellaneousB MiscellaneousPrecautions for UseOperation and storage conditionsAvoid using or storing the drive in a hot or humid location, or where

32SpecificationsCompatible discs Read Write(max.) (max.)DVD+R 8×-CAV 2.4×DVD+R (4×)8×-CAV 4×DVD+R (8×)8×-CAV 8× -PCAVDVD+R (16×)8×-CAV 16× -CAVDVD+R D

33MiscellaneousDrive product number (Inquiry)SONY DVD RW DRU-710ADesign and specifications are subject to change without notice.

34Support OverviewIf you have problems with the drive, or are unsure of a procedure or some other details, please contact your Sony customer support c

35MiscellaneousTechnical SupportPlease consult the above sources before calling with questions about using this product, or with technical questions a

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4Table of ContentsSafety Regulations ...2IntroductionUnpacking the Package Contents ...6Features ...

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6B IntroductionUnpacking the Package ContentsPlease verify that the package contains the following when unpacking.If any of these items appear to be m

7IntroductionSystem RequirementsThe drive should be used with a system that meets the following requirements1).❑ PC/AT-compatible computer❑ CPU: Penti

8Part Names and FunctionsFront PanelRear Panel12345678

9IntroductionA Busy indicatorIndicates the drive status.Lit (green) : The power is on.Lit (orange):The drive is reading data, playing a music CD, or w