User manual PLEXTOR 241040U

[. . . ] Model PX-W2410TU (External) Record Your Serial Number For future reference, record the serial number and the TLA code (found on your drive's label) in the space provided below. TLA/Firmware Revision Number Plextor reserves the right to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without prior notice. Plextor makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. reserves the right to revise this manual and to make changes in its content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revision or change. This manual is copyrighted, all rights reserved. [. . . ] Using Your PlexWriter This chapter explains how to use your PlexWriter drive and how to load, handle and care for your CDs. CAUTION: Ensure your PlexWriter is in a horizontal position. Plextor does not guarantee the drive's performance in a vertical position. What Media to Use Use the right media!Your PlexWriter drive's capabilities change depending on which type of compact disc you use. It currently supports these types: · CD-ROM: You can immediately play or read prerecorded discs, such as audio CDs and data discs. You can record on these discs, but only once. · CD-RW: High-speed ReWritable CD. These discs support recording and rerecording (up to 1, 000 times). To achieve 24X CD-R writing speed you must use certified 24X media; and to achieve 10X CD-RW writing speed you must use high-speed CD-RW media. See "Recommended Media" on page 37 for a list of approved media at the time this manual was printed, and see the Plextor web site at http://www. plextor. com for an updated list. You can write to high-speed CD-RW discs only on drives that support this new media. Drives that are capable of writing to high-speed CD-RW media, such as the PlexWriter 24/10/40U , are identified by a "Compact Disc ReWritable High Speed" logo. PlexWriter 24/10/40U Installation and Users Manual 17 Section 4. Using Your PlexWriter Tray Loading and Operation To load and unload the tray: 1. While the PlexWriter drive is powered up, push the Eject button on the front panel. The tray drawer slides out in 3­4 seconds. Figure 5: Loading the Tray 2. Lay a blank CD in the depression in the tray, label side up. Press the Eject button again and the tray will slide shut within seconds. NOTE: Always use the Eject button to close the tray in a smooth and secure manner. Closing the tray by pressing the front of the drawer by hand is not recommended and risks damage or premature wearing of the mechanism and your CDs. Handling CD Media Take care when handling blank CD-R and CD-RW media. Dust, scratches, and fingerprints on either side of the disc can cause write errors during recording. When picking up or holding blank media you can either place your fingers along the outer edge of the disc, or place one finger through the center hole and one finger on the outer edge. Once you have finished creating a disc, label it by writing on the top using permanent ink. CAUTION: We recommend using a "non-toxic" marker, such as a Sharpie pen, that conforms to the ASTM D-4236 standard. Some permanent markers will damage the media. Also, do not press too hard when writing on the disc. [. . . ] · Brand name and model number of any other peripherals you have installed or connected to your computer (e. g. , CD-ROM, scanner, fax board, network board). Returns You must receive an RMA (Returned Materials Authorization) number before any Plextor drive can be returned for repair or replacement. Any drive sent to Plextor without an RMA number will not be accepted. You can contact our RMA Department and request an RMA number and RMA forms at rmasupport@plextor. com, or by fax at or 303-708-0709. Forms are also available on Plextor's web site, in the Support/Warranty section. [. . . ]