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3.    Using LightScribe

TM

Windows Users

Requirements 

•  Windows Vista / XP / 2000

•  512 MB of RAM

•  10MB of free disc space on your hard drive

1.  Download and install the Windows LightScribe System Software from the LightScribe website: 

http://www.lightscribe.com/downloadsection/Windows/index.aspx?id=810

2.   Download the LightScribe Template Labeler software from the LightScribe website: 

http://www.lightscribe.com/downloadSection/windows/index.aspx?id=1524

Note: 

Make sure that the Kanguru QS Slim drive is connected to the computer when you install 

the LightScribe Template Labeler software.

3.  Create and print the LightScribe label using LightScribe Template Labeler.

a.  Run the LightScribe Template Labeler by double clicking on the desktop icon  

 

  or 

Go to 

Start → All Programs → LightScribe Direct Disc Labeling → LightScribe Template 

Labeler

b.  When prompted, insert a LightScribe compatible disc 

label-side down

 into the Kanguru QS 

Slim and then click on the 

OK 

button. 

Using LightScribe

Summary of Contents for QS Slim

Page 1: ...User Guide Copyright 2009 All Rights Reserved QS ...

Page 2: ...update its products software or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity Export Law Compliance Regardless of any disclosure made to Kanguru Solutions pertaining to the ultimate destination of the specific Kanguru product you warrant that you will not export directly or indirectly any Kanguru product without first obtaining the approval of Kanguru Solutions and the approp...

Page 3: ...tents 4 1 2 Minimum System Requirements 4 1 3 Technical Specifications 5 1 4 Compatible Media 5 1 5 Parts and Functions 6 2 Operation 7 2 1 Windows Operation 8 2 2 Mac Operation 9 2 3 Linux Operation 10 3 Using LightScribeTM 11 4 Cleaning and Maintenance 15 5 FAQ 15 6 Warranty 16 7 Tech Support 16 ...

Page 4: ... for your media library Main Features Compact lightweight design for easy portability Bus powered no external power needed for most computers Built in USB cable Supports LightScribeTM requires LightScribe system software Easy plug and play connectivity USB Mass Storage Device class compatible USB 2 0 Hi Speed 1 1 Package Contents Please check the contents of your package and make sure that all of ...

Page 5: ...tes several CD and DVD Recordable formats including CD R CD RW DVD RW and DVD R The drives write to DVD R RW and DVD R RW GENERAL PURPOSE media It will not write to DVD R Authoring media Kanguru Solutions recommends the following brands of media DVD R Verbatim Mitsubishi Chemical Taiyo Yuden Ricoh Philips DVD RW Verbatim Mitsubishi Chemical Ricoh Philips DVD R Verbatim Mitsubishi Chemical Taiyo Yu...

Page 6: ...6 1 5 Parts and Functions Front View Rear View Side View Parts and Functions Housing DiscTray Indicator Light Tray Eject Button USB Cable Power Port USB Cable Cable Release Switch ...

Page 7: ...e will extend to a maximum length of 6 Do not over extend the cable Do not allow the QS Slim to hang from the cable Note Most computers will provide enough power through USB connection If your QS Slim is not operating normally connect the USB to power cable to your computer first and then connect the USB cable This will ensure that adequate power is supplied to your drive Storing the USB Cable Aft...

Page 8: ... PleasedonotcontactKanguruSolutionswithquestionsorproblemsconcerning the use of the burning software please contact the software developer directly Removing your Kanguru QS Slim Be sure to follow these safe removal procedures Failure to do so may result in data corruption 1 Click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar Windows XP Windows Vista 2 Select the USB Mass Storage Device with th...

Page 9: ...u QS Slim does not come bundled with Mac compatible software However there are many free 3rd party burning programs available for Mac We recommend using Burn burning software with the Kanguru QS Slim Removing your Kanguru QS Slim To properly remove the device from your computer you need to first eject any disc in the drive Your system may freeze up or give you an error message if you remove the de...

Page 10: ...lim does not come bundled with Linux compatible software However there are many free 3rd party burning programs available for Linux We recommend using K3B Burning Tool burning software with the Kanguru QS Slim Removing your Kanguru QS Slim To properly remove the device from your computer you need to first eject any disc in the drive Your system may freeze up or give you an error message if you rem...

Page 11: ... lightscribe com downloadSection windows index aspx id 1524 Note Make sure that the Kanguru QS Slim drive is connected to the computer when you install the LightScribe Template Labeler software 3 Create and print the LightScribe label using LightScribe Template Labeler a Run the LightScribe Template Labeler by double clicking on the desktop icon or Go to Start All Programs LightScribe Direct Disc ...

Page 12: ...tton to bring up the Print window Note If you prefer more advanced design capabilities instead of the pre designed templates you can use an advanced design software to create a custom label Export your completed CD artwork as a picture format like bmp jpeg png etc Choose an empty template from the Template Labeler and add the exported CD artwork pictures into the empty template e If you are satisf...

Page 13: ... LightScribe label using LightScribe Simple Labeler a Enter your Text in the Top Text and Bottom Text fields b Select a border from the Select Border menu c Select a LightScribe drive The QS Slim should be selected by default d Click on the Next button to preview your label If you are satisfied with your label insert a LightScribe compatible disc label side down into the Kanguru QS Slim and then c...

Page 14: ...d a deb package Make sure you download and install the correct package needed for your operating system Please refer to the install instructions at the bottom of the LightScribe Simple Labeler download page for instructions on installing both packages Make sure that the Kanguru QS Slim drive is connected to the computer when you install the LightScribe Simple Labeler software 3 Create and print th...

Page 15: ...e Administrator or a user with Administrator privileges in Windows in order to install new hardware and driver Unplug the drive and then plug it back into the system If you still see the yellow exclamation mark try uninstalling then reinstalling your hardware To reinstall your hardware 1 Open the Computer Management Console by right clicking on My Computer and selecting Manage 2 Select Device Mana...

Page 16: ...rrors should be reported to Kanguru Solutions within three 3 working days of receipt of merchandise 90 day warranty on labor 7 TECH SUPPORT If you experience any problems installing your Kanguru product or have any technical questions regarding any of our products please call our tech support department Our tech support is free and available Monday thru Friday 9am to 5pm EST Call 1 508 376 4245 Or...

Page 17: ...egal terms and conditions available at www kanguru com Please review and agree before use Thank you Kanguru Solutions 1360 Main Street Millis MA 02054 www kanguru com 12 09 09 v1 1 2009 Kanguru Solutions ...

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