Compatible discs
Read
Write
(max.)
(max.)
DVD+R
8
×
-CAV
2.4
×
DVD+R (4
×
)
8
×
-CAV
4
×
DVD+R (8
×
)
8
×
-CAV 8
×
-PCAV
DVD+R (16
×
)
8
×
-CAV 16
×
-CAV
DVD+R Double Layer
6
×
-CAV
2.4
×
DVD+R Double Layer(4
×
) 6
×
-CAV
4
×
DVD+RW
8
×
-CAV
2.4
×
DVD+RW (4
×
)
8
×
-CAV
4
×
DVD+RW (High Speed) 8
×
-CAV 8
×
-ZCLV
DVD-R
8
×
-CAV
2
×
DVD-R (4
×
)
8
×
-CAV
4
×
DVD-R (8
×
)
8
×
-CAV 8
×
-PCAV
DVD-R (16
×
)
8
×
-CAV 16
×
-CAV
DVD-R (Dual Layer)
6
×
-CAV
4
×
DVD-RW
8
×
-CAV
2
×
DVD-RW (2
×
)
8
×
-CAV
2
×
DVD-RW (4
×
)
8
×
-CAV
4
×
DVD-RW (6
×
)
8
×
-CAV
6
×
DVD-ROM
16
×
-CAV
−
DVD-Video
6
×
-CAV
−
CD-R
48
×
-CAV
1)
48
×
-CAV
1)
CD-RW
32
×
-CAV
4
×
CD-RW (High Speed)
32
×
-CAV
10
×
CD-RW (Ultra Speed)
32
×
-CAV 24
×
-ZCLV
CD-ROM
48
×
-CAV
1)
−
CD-DA 8
×
2)
8
×
−
CD-DA (DAE)
48
×
-CAV
1)
−
Disc diameters
DVD 12 cm
8 cm
3)
−
CD 12 cm
8 cm
3)
1)
The default setting is 40
×
. You must use the turbo boost
function to achieve 48
×
speed.
2)
This product is designed to playback discs that conform to
the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music
discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are
marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not conform to
the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
When you use this unit as an audio CD player, please use
compact discs with the following mark.
3)
With 8 cm discs, you must place the drive horizontally.
Writing Systems
DVD
Random write
Sequential write
CD
Track-at-once
Disc-at-once
Session-at-once
Packet writing
Drive
Data transfer rate
DVD: 22.1 MB/s (16
×
speed
1)
)
CD: 7.2 MB/s (48
×
speed
1)
)
Access time
Average random stroke
Approx. 135 ms (DVD)
Approx. 140 ms (CD)
2)
Maximum data transfer rate depends on the
capabilities of the host computer.
Buffer under-run error protection
technology
Operating Environment
5 to 40 °C
Power and Miscellaneous
Power consumption
25.5 W
Power source
DC +5 V
1.5 A max.
DC +12 V
1.5 A max.
Size
Approx. 146
×
41.3
×
165 mm (W
×
H
×
D)
(excluding front panel)
Weight
Approx. 0.9 kg (drive only)
Laser
CD
Type: RLD78PZW3
Wavelength: 782 nm +5 -3 nm
Output power (max): 90 mW (CW)
240 mW (Pulse)
DVD
Type: ML101J25-23
Wavelength: 658 nm ±4 nm
Output power (max): 100 mW (CW)
255 mW (Pulse)
Interface
Drive interface
ATAPI (EIDE)-compliant
Buffer capacity
2 MB
Drive product number (Inquiry)
SONY DVD RW DW-Q28A
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Specifications
Technical Support
Please consult the above sources before
calling with questions about using this
product, or with technical questions about
the drive or the supplied software. If using
telephone or e-mail support, please have the
following information available:
• Model number:
DW-Q28A
• Serial number
• Date and place of purchase
• Computer maker and model number
• Computer specifications (CPU speed,
memory size, OS version, etc.)
• Writing software used (version, etc.)
Local technical support is only
available in the specified sales
regions. The customers in these
regions should be provided with
a warranty card for this product.
For contact information, refer to
the warranty card.
Note that technical support
conditions may vary according to
the locality, and that charges
and/or limited service may apply
in some regions.
❑
You can write at a maximum of 16
×
when using high speed DVD+R,
DVD-R discs.
❑
The drive can write to eight types of
disc.
❑
Features the technology to prevent buffer
underrun errors.
The drive should be used with a system that
meets the following requirements
1)
.
❑
PC/AT-compatible computer
❑
CPU: Pentium III, 800 MHz or higher
(with Nero Vision Express: Pentium 4,
1.6 GHz recommended)
❑
256 MB RAM or more
1 GB (with Nero Vision Express:
10 GB) free hard disk space
❑
One available EIDE (ATAPI) interface
connection with DMA capability
2)
❑
One empty 5-inch half-height drive bay
❑
One available in12 V/+5 V power
connector
3)
❑
Operating system:
Windows
®
2000 Professional
System Requirements
(referred to as Windows 2000),
Windows
®
XP Home Edition or
Windows
®
XP Professional
(referred to as Windows XP)
1)
The above requirements the minimum necessary
requirements to write to disc normally. Under actual
operating conditions, the requirements imposed by
your software must also be met. For details, refer to
your software documentation.
2)
The drive does not support connection to an ATAPI
interface card. Connect the drive to the IDE (ATAPI)
interface connector of your computer’s motherboard.
3)
The drive consumes a lot of power when operating at
high speeds. You should therefore make sure that the
rated power output of the power outlet where you
connect all your drives is sufficient to power all the
drives, including this one. For details about each
driveÅfs power consumption rating, refer to their
documentation.
DVD region codes
The playback of DVD-Video (DVD discs) is
protected and controlled by a region code
setting. For the 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 this drive, the region code can be set up
to five times, including the initial assignment
(RPC phase 21) standard). After setting the
region code five times, the setting becomes
permanent and can no longer be changed.
From this point on, you are only able to play
back DVD-Video whose region code
matches the one set the fifth time.
Do not attempt to make unauthorized
changes to the region code. Any problems
resulting from doing so are not covered by
the warranty.
Hint
You can change the region code of the drive on it’s
properties dialog box accessible from the Device
Manager.
The default CD-R and CD-ROM read/write
speed of this drive is 40
×
speed.
With a single touch, you can activate the
Turbo Boost function, to raise the
read/write speed to 48
×
speed.
Note
• On rare occasions, some discs may not be able to
tolerate 48
×
speed, causing them to break. We
recommend that you do not use deeply scratched,
brittle, or other discs that may break at 48
×
speed.
• The Turbo Boost function does not guarantee a 48
×
write speed. Depending on the condition of the disc
you are using, the speed may be automatically
lowered.
• The Turbo Boost function does not increase read/write
speed with CD-RW discs.
Turbo Boost Function
1
Insert a disc into the drive.
The read/write speed when you insert a
disc is normally 40
×
speed.
2
Press and hold the Eject button for
five seconds.
The Busy indicator blinks twice and the
read/write speed switches to 48
×
speed.
(The Turbo Boost function is active.)
Hint
When you open the disc tray, the read/write speed
reverts to its default of 40
×
speed.
Product and Support Information
Sony Global Sites Information (As of March, 2005)
Product purchased in the USA:*
http://sony.storagesupport.com/
Product purchased in Europe:*
http://www.sonydigital-link.com/OSD/
* Local Web sites for computer peripheral products
About the Bundled Writing Software
Detailed information about the supplied
writing software is available on the Web
sites of the software manufacturers and
software distributors. (Accessible from the
links in each software application)
Features
This product offers the following features.
❑
An internal DVD/CD rewritable drive
with ATAPI (EIDE) interface for
computers.
❑
Can be used horizontally or vertically.
❑
The drive can write to DVD+R Double
Layer and DVD-R Dual Layer discs.
Package Contents
Please verify that the package includes the following accessories with the drive when
unpacking.
If any of these items appears to be missing or damaged, please contact your supplier.
• Drive
• Screws (
×
4)
• Product Information (this document)
• Quick Start Guide
• Software disc
• Warranty cards
Note
Make sure that you back up the supplied software disc on another disc because the software disc is not distributed
independently.
Please Record Responsibly
Before copying anything onto a disc, please be sure that you are not violating copyright
laws. Most software companies allow you to make a backup or archive copy of software.
Check your software's license agreement for details.
