Dynex DX-ECOD1, User Manual

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2 Introduction
Dynex DX-ECOD1
Combination CD-R/CD-RW/
DVD Drive
Introduction
This high-performance drive combines CD-RW and DVD-ROM
functionality into one drive, which frees up space in your computer. This
drive reads CDs of all types up to 52X speed maximum, and DVD-ROMs
up to 16X speed maximum. This drive writes to CD-Rs at up to 52X speed,
and to CD-RWs at up to 32X speed. With the provided software, you can
create customized audio and data CDs and watch DVDs.
Contents
Features ........................................................................................... 2
Setting up the drive.......................................................................... 2
Using the drive ................................................................................. 3
Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 4
Specifications ................................................................................... 4
Legal notices .................................................................................... 5
Français ....................................................... 6
Español ...................................................... 10
Features
• USB 2.0 interface easily connects to a USB 2.0 or 1.1 port on your
Windows computer.
• 8X, 16X, 24X, 32X, 40X, 48X, and 52X writing speeds using CD-R
media
• 4X, 10X, 12X, 16X, 24X, and 32X writing speeds using CD-RW
media
• Uses Buffer Underrun Prevention technology (MTKSuperLink)
• Supports writing modes of TAO, DAO, SAO, and packet writing
• Large 2 MB internal buffer
• Supports MultiRead
• Serves as an RPC-2 DVD-ROM drive
• Smooth DVD playback
• Low power consumption
About USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a way of connecting devices to your
computer. When you connect a USB device, it is automatically detected
by your computer. Any required drivers are automatically installed, and
then the device is ready for operation.
USB 2.0 supports data transfer rates at up to 480 Mbps for high-speed
devices. It is backward compatible with USB1.1 software and peripherals
for transfer data at rates up to 12 Mbps. If your computer doesn't have a
built-in USB 2.0 port, you may want to install a USB 2.0 PCI host card in
your PC for the drive to run at the much faster USB 2.O speed.
System requirements
For Windows-based computers, the minimum system requirements are:
• Pentium II or Celeron 400 MHz or above
• At least 64 MB of memory
• Sufficient hard drive space (minimum 200 MB for installation,
1 GB or more is recommended.)
• Microsoft Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, or XP
• USB 2.0 PCI host card (If your computer does not have USB 2.0
built-in and you want the faster 2.0 speed.)
Note : We recommend that you use this drive with computers that
have built-in USB 2.0 connectors. If you install a USB 2.0 host card,
the DVD reading speed might be affected.
Package contents
The package contains the following items:
• USB 2.0 external combination drive
• Power adapter
• AC power cable
• USB 2.0 cable
• Application software disc
Setting up the drive
Installing the hardware
To install the drive:
1 Connect the AC power cord to the power adapter, then connect the
power adapter to the drive.
2 Connect the AC power cord to an AC power outlet.
3 Connect the USB cable to the drive.
4 Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on your
computer. The drive is now ready to use.
5 Connect the audio cable to the drive and your computer.
Notes :
• Make sure that you use the USB cable included with the drive.
• Never plug in or unplug any other USB device while the drive
is transferring data. Doing so can cause data loss.
• Do not to disconnect the drive or unplug the power to the
drive while a disc is in the drive.
• Do not connect more than two USB CD-RW drives to a single
computer.
Installing the driver
This combination drive is a Plug and Play device. Windows ME,
Windows 2000, and Windows XP can automatically detect the drive and
load the appropriate driver. If your computer uses Windows 98SE, install
the driver provided on the disc, then restart your computer.
Installing additional software
The enclosed CD has the following additional software:
CD
BURNING SOFTWARE
The CD burning software gives you a complete solution for making audio
and data CDs right from your desktop. The audio CDs you create can be
played in your home or car CD player. With CD-RW discs, you can write
and erase data on the CD.