Freecom Technologies DVD Recorder Mobile DVD RW Recorder LS PRO User Manual

USER MANUAL  
MOBILE DVD RW RECORDER LS PRO  
EXTERNAL DOUBLE LAYER DVD+/-RW / USB 2.0 / FIREWIRE / LIGHTSCRIBE  
WIN & MAC  
 
Rev. 835  
Table of Contents  
User manual  
EN  
General information ........................................................................................................... Page  
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Chapter 1:  
Start Up.................................................................................................................................... Page  
Chapter ꢀ:  
Installing the application software ............................................................................... Page  
Chapter ꢁ:  
Using the Drive ..................................................................................................................... Page 10  
Chapter 4:  
Trouble shooting - General problems.......................................................................... Page 12  
© 2008 Freecom Technologies  
 
Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder  
General information  
EN  
Reliable performance of the Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder cannot be guaranteed  
for configurations that do not meet the following requirements:  
Hardware Requirements  
To use the Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder, you must have a computer with the fol-  
lowing minimum requirements:  
PC  
Intel / AMD CPU 1.6 GHz or faster  
at least 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended)  
USB (USB 1.1 or USB 2.0*) or Firewire 400 interface  
at least 2 GB of free hard disk space (10 GB recommended)  
Mac  
Power PC G4 or faster (G5 or Intel Mac recommended)  
at least 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended)  
USB (USB 1.1 or USB 2.0*) or Firewire 400 interface  
at least 200 MB of free hard disk space (10 GB recommended)  
Software Requirements  
The Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder is setup for use with the following operating  
systems:  
Windows 2000  
Windows XP  
Windows Vista  
Mac OS X 10.4.8 or higher  
*
For maximum performance of the Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder, both computer system and software  
must support USB 2.0. Connecting the Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder to a USB 1.1 interface will limit the  
CD recording speed to 4x. DVD recording is not reliable through USB 1.1.  
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General information  
Media standards  
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DVDsingle/duallayer, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-ROM  
XA, CD Extra, CD-I, Mixed-ModeCD, VideoCD, PhotoCD, CD TEXT, Bootable CD, Disc  
At Once, Session At once, Track At Once, Multi-Session.  
Precautionary Measures and General Notes  
After transport, particularly at low outside temperatures, condensation can form  
which can lead to a malfunctioning. For that reason, you should not begin operation  
until the drive and CDs/DVDs have reached room temperature.  
Operate the Freecom drive only in a horizontal position, to prevent damage to the  
media or mechanical parts.  
Operate the device only at temperatures ranging from 10 - 35 °C.  
Do not use the device in a dusty and humid environment.  
Protect the drive from shocks and other mechanical effects!  
Thedeviceshouldnotbeoperatedinthevicinityofstrongelectromagneticradiation  
sources (loudspeakers, mobile telephones etc.).  
Due to the high data transfer rates, thecable length should not exceed 1 m. Error-free  
transmission cannot be guaranteed for longer cables.  
TheMobileDVDRWRecorderisUSB2.0compliant. WhileUSB2.0supportsCDrecord-  
ing speeds higher than 4x, if this drive is connected to a USB 1.1 port the maximum  
CD recording speed is 4x.  
 
Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder  
Chapter 1: Start Up  
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Warning!OnlyconnecttheMobileDVDRWRecorderviatheUSBorFirewire  
port. Never use both ports at the same time!  
1.1 Hardware installation  
1. Connect the interface cable to the Freecom Mobile DVD  
RW Recorder.  
2. Connect the cable of the power supply to the Freecom  
Mobile DVD RW Recorder and the power supply itself to  
the socket.  
3. Connect the interface cable to the interface port of your  
computer.  
SinceUSB.0isbackwardscompatiblewithUSB1.1,theFreecomMobile DVD  
RW Recorder can be connected to all USB ports. When connected to a USB 1.1  
port, however, the performance (data transfer rate) of the Freecom Mobile  
DVD RW Recorder will be much lower than when the drive is connected to a  
USB ꢀ.0 port.  
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Start Up  
Note: You can plug the USB cable into your computer and unplug it while  
EN  
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the computer is running ("hot plug & play"). Remove the cable from the  
computer when doing so, never remove the cable from the drive when  
the computer is on.  
For optimal performance, the Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder should  
always be connected to a USB ꢀ.0/Firewire port.  
Attention! Before switching off the Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder  
manually, make sure to safely remove the Freecom Mobile DVD RW Re-  
corder via your operating system (the „unplug or eject hardware“ option  
in the Windows taskbar). Failing to do so may result in loss of data.  
1.ꢀ Driver Installation  
Under Windows 2000 , XP and Vista a separate driver is not required. The drivers will be  
installed automatically by the operating system after plugging in the Freecom Mobile  
DVD RW Recorder into the USB port of your computer.  
Your Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder is fully backwards compatible with USB 1.1. The  
installation for USB 1.1 is the same as described below for USB 2.0.  
1.ꢁ Allocation of the drive letter to the Freecom drive  
After successfully completing the installation of the Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder,  
a new drive letter is assigned automatically (the first available letter after the internal  
Mobile DVD RW Recorders). This can shift the drive letter of an internal CD-ROM drive  
(for example, 'D' to 'E'). If this leads to problems, it is possible to change the drive letter  
assignment as follows:  
1. Click "Start" - "Settings" - "Control Panel" - "Administration" - "Computer Administra-  
tion".  
2. Click "Disk Maintenance" and then select the Freecom drive.  
3. In the "Operation" menu ("Action" in Windows XP), select All Tasks and then click  
Change drive letter and path.  
4. In the next window, click "Change" and select a drive letter in Assign the following  
drive letters.  
5. Click "Yes" to confirm your change.  
 
Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder  
Chapter ꢀ: Installing the application software  
EN  
To record blank media, you must first install the Recording Software. We recommend  
using the software which has been provided with your drive.  
PC:  
To install the application software, insert the "Application & Manuals" CD, klick "Roxio  
Creator". Follow the instructions on screen.  
Mac:  
To install the application software, insert the "Application & Manuals" CD, klick "Software  
Installation" - "Roxio Toast" and "LightScribe". Follow the instructions on screen.  
Note: If you wish to use other software, please find out from the supplier  
whether his products support the Freecom DVD RW Recorder.  
 
Installing the application software  
ꢀ.1 Special Instructions before Writing a CD / DVD  
EN  
You should realize that writing CD/DVDs is principally a sensitive data transmission  
procedure which can be disrupted by even the smallest mechanical disturbance.  
Never clean the Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder with a commercially available CD  
or a CD-ROM cleaning set. This can damage the drive.  
Recordable and Rewritable CD/DVDs (blanks) are more sensitive than commercially  
available CD/DVDs. Use only a solvent-free, non-abrasive marker when writing on a  
CD/DVD.  
Do not stick any conventional labels on the CD-Rs/CD-RWs, since the adhesive can  
attack the medium. Special labels for CD-R/CD-RW media are available in retail  
computer stores. Never remove a label from a CD-R/CD-RW media otherwise you  
will damage the protective layer and make the CD-R/CD-RW unusable.  
The drive recognizes the medium as soon as it is placed into the drive. CD-R media  
are compatible with the vast majority of CD-ROM drives and CD audio players and  
work in most DVD-ROM drives. DVDs created on this DVD Recorder can be viewed  
on nearly all DVD players and DVD-ROM drives.  
For optimal results, use CD/DVDs with a brand name.  
 
Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder  
Chapter ꢁ: Using the Drive  
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How to Use the Discs  
Attention! When using CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW or DVD R/RW discs, don’t  
attach any stickers or labels to the discs. Using discs with them attached  
not only causes read and write errors, but data on the disc may be lost  
due to damage to the disc itself.  
ꢁ.1 Load the disc  
1. Press the eject button.  
2. Place the disc on the disc tray.  
3. Load the disc by pushing in the disc tray.  
ꢁ.ꢀ Disc ejection  
1. Press the eject button.  
2. Slowly take the disc out of the disc tray.  
3. Press the disc tray and the tray will be brought back into the drive.  
After ejecting the disc, return the tray inside the unit quickly. When the tray is in the  
ejected position, dust and other debris will enter, possibly causing read errors, write  
errors, or drive failure.  
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Using the Drive  
ꢁ.ꢁ Emergency Eject  
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This drive has a function that allows the CD/DVD to be ejected manually if this becomes  
necessary in an emergency such as failure of the drive or a power outage. Follow the  
following procedures in such a case. Don’t use this feature except in an emergency.  
1. Turn the power to off.  
2. Poke a fine tipped object into the small hole above the eject button. The front door  
pops open and the disk tray comes partway out.  
3. Pull the front door to open it all the way, then grip the disc tray between thumb and  
forefinger and gently pull it straight out. This feature is a last measure to be used  
only in an emergency. Using it excessively will cause malfunction.  
Note! If you cannot get a good grip on the disc tray with your fingers, use  
a steel binder clip or spring clamp to pull it out.  
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Freecom Mobile DVD RW Recorder  
Chapter 4: Trouble shooting - General problems  
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If you still have problems getting your Freecom drive to function properly despite having  
installed it correctly, then please check the following items:  
Hardware requirements:  
Does your system meets the hardware requirements (see page 4)?  
Connecting the Freecom device:  
Is the cable connected correctly to your computer and the Freecom device? Check  
whether cable is plugged in correctly. The cable must firmly in place!  
Does the device have a power supply? Determine if the media can be ejected and if  
the device is getting power when the system boots.  
Recording speed:  
The Mobile DVD RW Recorder is USB 2.0 compliant. While USB 2.0 supports recording  
speeds higher than 4x, if this drive is connected to a USB 1.1 port the maximum CD  
recording speed is 4x.  
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WARRANTY  
(valid in Europe/Turkey only)  
We thank you for purchasing this Freecom product and hope you will enjoy using it.  
In order to avoid unnecessary inconvenience on your part, we suggest reading the quick  
install guide, instruction manual and any additional electronic and or printed manuals.When  
problems occur we have a database with Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on our Freecom  
Your Guarantee  
All Freecom products come with unlimited technical phone and web support. By this  
Guarantee, Freecom warrants their products to be free from defects in material and work-  
manship for a period listed below from the date of its original purchase. If during this period  
of guarantee the product proves defective due to improper materials or workmanship,  
Freecom will, without charge for labour or parts, at its sole discretion, repair or replace the  
product or its defective parts upon the terms and conditions set out below.  
Conditions  
This guarantee will be granted only when the original invoice or sales receipt (indicating  
the date of purchase, product and serial number) is presented together with the defective  
product and a Freecom RMA number received from the Freecom Website or given by a  
Freecom Service Center. Freecom reserves the right to refuse the free-of-charge guarantee  
services when the date of purchase of the product cannot be proven. This guarantee will  
not apply if the RMA number is missing, the serial number on the product has been altered,  
removed or made illegible.  
This guarantee covers only the hardware components packaged with the product. This  
guarantee covers none of the following: (a) any consumable supplied with the product, such  
as media or batteries; (b) damage to or loss of any software programs, data or removable  
storage media; (c) any damage resulting from adaptations, changes or adjustments, which  
may have been made to the product, without the prior written consent of Freecom; (d) att-  
empted repair by any party other than authorized by Freecom and (e) accidents, lightning,  
water, fire or any other such cause beyond the reasonable control of Freecom.  
With respect to all services provided, Freecom is not responsible for any damage to or loss  
of any programs, data or other information stored on any media or any part of any product  
serviced. Freecom is not liable for the consequence of business loss in case of system failure.  
Be sure to exclude all parts not covered by this guarantee prior to returning the product to  
Freecom. Freecom is not liable for any loss or damage to these items. If during the repair  
of the product the contents of the hard drive are altered, deleted or in any way modified,  
Freecom is not liable whatsoever.  
Repair parts and replacement products will be provided on an exchange basis and will be  
either new, equivalent to new or reconditioned. All replaced parts and products become  
the property of Freecom The period of guarantee for any product or part repaired or re-  
placed in warranty shall be the balance of the original guarantee. Repairs or replacements  
on product or parts out of warranty carry 6 (six) months guarantee.  
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YEARS  
WARRANTY  
 

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