HP dvd1040e User manual

HP dvd1040e 20X Multiformat DVD Writer
High-speed external drive with DVD±R/±RW and DVD-RAM read/write,
±R double-layer capability, and LightScribe direct disc labeling
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Compatible and versatile
• Record to all major formats on one drive: ±R/±RW, DVD-RAM,
CD-R/RW, and LightScribe.
• Enjoy excellent playback compatibility on DVD drives and players.
• Record hours of video onto DVD with your PC, then play it back
in your living room.
• Record and back up critical files on DVD-RAM.
The latest technologies
• Get the latest optical storage features in the HP dvd1040e.
• Burn discs at high speeds.
• Record to single- or double-layer DVDs, and now to DVD-RAM.
• Burn labels directly to disc with the latest LightScribe technology.²
LightScribe direct disc labeling
• LightScribe is artistic: Create beautiful labels and burn them directly
to your LightScribe discs.
• LightScribe is easy: Just burn your CD or DVD, then flip the disc
over and burn a label.
• LightScribe can’t peel off, get stuck, or cause disc damage the way
paper labels can.
• LightScribe direct disc labeling means no pens, no ink, no printer
and no sticky labels.
Creative, fun and robust
• Full software suite included—edit video, create slideshows, back up
music and data, create personalized label designs, and more.
• Surprise your family and friends with slideshows and home
movies, digitally preserved on DVD or CD, beautifully labeled with
your own personal touch and ready for playback.
• Experience high compatibility and quality results.
(2)
LightScribe labeling requires LightScribe media.
(1)
Storing 8.5 GB on one DVD requires double-layer media, sold separately. Also compatible with single-layer DVDs.
HP’s multiformat drive offers high speeds and double-layer recording,¹
and it’s LightScribe Version 1.2-ready for high-contrast LightScribe
labeling.² It lets users easily preserve, edit and share up to 8.5 GB
of video, photos, and multimedia presentations on one double-layer
disc – and quickly store, back up and transport files on DVDs and
CDs. The dvd1040e records double-layer DVDs at up to 8X, recordable
DVDs at up to 20X, rewritable DVDs at up to 8X, and DVD-RAM at
up to 12X.
LightScribe is the innovative new disc-labeling system that gives CDs and
DVDs a neat, professional look without ink, pens, or paper labels. With
LightScribe, you simply burn your data, flip the disc over, and burn a
precise, silkscreen-like label directly onto your LightScribe CD or DVD.

HP dvd1040e 20X Multiformat DVD Writer
Key Specifications
Drive Performance System Requirements
Compatibility
Environment
Contents
Box contents • External DVD±R/±RW drive with DVD±R up to 20X, double-layer
recording, DVD-RAM, and LightScribe direct disc labeling
• Software CD including electronic user’s guide
• Quick-Start placemat
• Getting Help guide
• USB 2.0 cable
• Power supply
Software included • Nero™ 7 Essentials
Optional Accessories
CD and DVD recordable media
For best results, use HP DVD and CD recordable & rewritable discs, including double-layer DVDs
and LightScribe discs, available from your local vendor.
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• Write speed:
DVD+R up to 20X (CAV); DVD+RW up to 8X (ZCLV); DVD-R up to
20X (CAV); DVD-RW up to 6X (ZCLV); DVD+R Double Layer up to 8X
(ZCLV); DVD-R Dual Layer up to 8X (CLV); DVD-RAM up to 12X
(PCAV); CD-R up to 48x (CAV); CD-RW up to 32x (ZCAV)
• Read speed:
DVD-ROM up to 16X (CAV); CD-ROM up to 48x (CAV)
• LightScribe labeling approximate times:(based on version 1.2 media)
• Sustained transfer:
1x CD = 150 KB/s (data mode 1); 1X DVD = 1350 KB/s
• Access time: DVD 160 ms; CD 160 ms (typical)
• Disc finalization time: DVD <2 minutes at 4X (DVD+R single-layer
disc); CD <1 minute typical
• Mean time between failures (MTBF): 70,000 POH at 25% duty cycle
in room temp
• 1.6 GHz Intel® Pentium® IV processor or equivalent recommended
(Actual drive performance depends on PC configuration and blank
media)
• 128 MB RAM (256 MB RAM recommended for video editing)
• 1024 x 768 video resolution with a minimum of 16-bit color required
for DVD authoring and editing
• USB 2.0 interface and available port on PC
• Minimum hard disk space requirements: 1 GB free for included
software installation, 10 GB free for DVD video disc creation (18 GB
free for double layer). Internet connectivity recommended for software
updates
• Operating system compatibility: Microsoft Windows XP/2000
Professional SP4
• Device write media compatibility: CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL,
DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, LightScribe CD-R,
LightScribe DVD+R, LightScribe DVD-R, 4.7 GB single-sided/9.4 GB
double-sided DVD-RAM (2.6 GB single-sided/5.2 GB double-sided
media not supported)
• Device read media compatibility: DVD-ROM, DVD+R, DVD+R DL,
DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, 4.7 GB
single-sided/9.4 GB double-sided DVD-RAM (2.6 GB
single-sided/5.2 GB double-sided media not supported), CD-R,
CD-RW, CD-DA, CD Extra, CD-ROM (Mode 1 - Yellow Book),
CD-ROM/XA & CD-I Ready (Mode 2/Form 2 – Green Book),
Photo-CD (single and multi-session), VCD, CD-Text
• Operating temperature: 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F)
• Storage temperature: -40° to 65° C (-40° to 140° F)
• Operating humidity: 15%~80% RH (Non-condensing)
• Storage humidity: 15%~95% RH (Non-condensing)
• Power requirement: +5V±5%; +12V±10%
Setting Title only Title & content Full label
(w/ graphics)
Best < 4 min. < 9 min. < 36 min.
Normal < 3 min. < 7 min. < 28 min.
Draft < 2 min. < 4 min. < 20 min.
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2007