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Introduction

Introduction

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1. Digital output terminal

You can connect a sound card or MPEG card which support Digital output terminal to your drive using this 
two-pin terminal.

2. Sound output terminal

You can connect a sound card to your drive using this four-pin terminal.  
This function is not covered in detail in this guide. Refer to the documentation supplied with your sound 
card.

3. Master/slave select terminal

Usually, this is a pre-set configuration as illustrated below. 
Verify that the setting is as illustrated. If it is not, simply remove the jumper and place it in the correct 
position.

4. Interface terminal

This input/output interface terminal is used to connect the 40-pin flat cable from the IDE interface to the 
CD-R/RW drive.

5. Power terminal

The power terminal is a four-conductor male plug. 
(A : +5V DC) 
(B : +12V DC)

Summary of Contents for SW-252F

Page 1: ...iscs Upgrading the Firmware Flash Memory System Requirements Introduction Front Rear Troubleshooting Solving Recording Problems Caution with errors Solving Technical Problems Setup Installing the CD R RW Drive Connecting the Cables Installing the CD Record Utility Installing the Device Driver Setting Up the Device Driver Specifications Index ...

Page 2: ...harm or damage to equipment Prohibited Important to read and understand at all times Do not disassemble Any change or modification not expressly approved by designated qualified personnel could void your authority to operate this device Always make sure that the disc does not have a crack before use If the disc has a crack especially around the center hole it is recommended to make a copy immediat...

Page 3: ...use the device to fall onto a hard surface resulting in damage or malfunction Do not place the drive in direct sunlight Avoid low or high temperature environments Avoid high humidity environments Safety Precautions Installation Safety Precautions Installation ...

Page 4: ...n operation and do not attempt to open the disc tray byforce Make sure to close all working programs before attempting to open the tray and always usethe open close button Do not insert a pin into the emergency opening while in operation Do not use cracked distorted or damaged discs In particular a disc with a crack on the inner tracks may break while in use Safety Precautions While Operating ...

Page 5: ...spill such liquids as alcohol and benzene on the drive Safety Precautions Other Do not disassemble attempt to repair or modify the device without express approval as directed in the manual Arbitrary removal of the bezel may cause the disc to pop out during operation To reduce the risk of damage electric shock and fire ...

Page 6: ... power off the computer insert a pin or unfolded paper clip in the hole and push firmly 2 LED Indicator Light GREEN Read Write 3 Eject button 4 Disc compartment the compartment opens and closes automatically when you press the Eject button Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice ...

Page 7: ...tail in this guide Refer to the documentation supplied with your sound card 3 Master slave select terminal Usually this is a pre set configuration as illustrated below Verify that the setting is as illustrated If it is not simply remove the jumper and place it in the correct position 4 Interface terminal This input output interface terminal is used to connect the 40 pin flat cable from the IDE int...

Page 8: ...o both sides of the drive Remove the cover from a free expansion slot and install the CD R RW drive as shown in the illustration Important Use the fixing screws provided with purchase and make sure the screws are tightened securely Insufficiently tightened screws may cause increased noise Screws for use M3 X 6 X 4 pieces Make sure to use the standardized screws supplied M3 X 6 To use screws other ...

Page 9: ...y 1 Connecting the power cable The 4 pin power cable from the internal power unit of your computer must be connected to the power terminal on the rear of the CD R RW drive A Cut Side 1 5V DC 2 Ground 3 Ground 4 12V DC Note An improperly connected power cable may cause trouble Check the direction of the power connector and the incline side of the CD R RW drive before connecting Connecting the E IDE...

Page 10: ...audio cable from a sound card Connect the 4 pin audio cable between the sound output terminal on the CD R RW drive and the audio input terminal on the sound card For clearer sound use a digital output terminal Available only for the CAID that supports digital output This may not be available for general sound cards If there is two CD R RW drive select MA Master SL Slave a Master Drive Choose the M...

Page 11: ...d by Windows To do so proceed as follows The SAMSUNG device driver enables discs in the CD R RW drive to be read but not recorded in an MS DOS environment the driver is located in the D driver folder on the CD record utility disc Installing the CD Record Utility Insert the disc supplied with the CD R RW drive in the drive Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to install the utility Refer...

Page 12: ... touch the surface of a disc hold it by the edges To clean a disc polish lightly from the inside of the disc to the outside with a soft cotton cloth Do not leave the disc compartment open when you are not using it Using the Drive Push the power button and boot the computer After booting the computer open the disc compartment by pressing the Eject button Insert the disc CD with the label on the dis...

Page 13: ...m II 400MHz or higher 64 MB of RAM or higher with an 80pin IDE interface for Ultra DMA Disk space 700 MB minimum Windows version Windows 98 2000 ME XP NT4 0 or higher The product firmware can be upgraded by downloading the updated file from the following Web site http samsung ODD com http samsung com Upgrading the Firmware Flash Memory System Requirements Using the Drive ...

Page 14: ... If you wish to record more than 1000 small files z First create an image file and copy the image file to the disc z Choose the low record speed z Compress small files and then record them Network Drive Copy the network drive contents to the hard disk and then from the hard disk to the CD R RW drive CD ROM Drive Clean the source CD if necessary Create an image file and then copy the image file to ...

Page 15: ... not require making available space in the hard disk However when you use image files you need to copy them on the hard disk first and then copy to a CD In this case you need to ensure maximum 700MB of available space in the hard disk for reliable recording process Use an E IDE cable which has the specified length 46cm Using E IDE cables longer than 46cm may cause errors during data transaction Us...

Page 16: ...gly recommended We recommend DMA mode for fast writing DMA Setting Before you install your CD R RW drive we recommend to set DMA to enabled on your PC system See the following procedure to set DMA transfer mode in windows oprerating system Windows 98 ME Click on START Click on Settings Select Control Panel Select the System Icon Select the Device Manager panel in System Properties Expand the CD RO...

Page 17: ...partment opens When the MPEG software plays a Video CD the pictures are not regular and the running speed is too slow Adjust the size of the replay screen After checking the display resolution adjust it if necessary The Disc is not in message is displayed even though a disc has been inserted The computer may not recognize the disc if you start playback too quickly after inserting the disc Open and...

Page 18: ... UDMA mode 2 33 3MB sec Access time Random 100ms Data Buffer 2MB Laser Semiconductor laser Slide mechanism Stepping motor Spindle motor Brushless motor Load mechanism Tray DC motor Soft Eject Horizontal Vertical ERROR RATE Mode 1 1 block 10 12 Mode 2 1 block 10 9 FRONT PANEL Eject button Auto eject or Auto inject Indicator Play Read Write GREEN Operation LED Headphone output Stereo mini jack Ø 3 6...

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