I/O Magic 16X User manual

MagicDVD 16X
Multi-purpose DVD-ROM
USER’S GUIDE

Dear I/OMagic Customer:
Congratulations on the purchase of your MagicDVD 16X Multi-purpose DVD-ROM.
We can assure you that it is made from new state-of-the-art chipsets and components.
Your product has also gone through the most rigorous test and quality assurance
procedures in the industry.
All of the employees at I/OMagic want to express our sincere gratitude for your decision
to purchase our product. Our commitment to you is to provide a product that is easy to
install and use. I/OMagic will also assist you with installation, if needed, and ensure
that our resellers provide you the highest level of sales and service.
I/OMagic began with one PCMCIA sound product in 1993. Since then our company has
grown and now offers more than fifteen products in the multimedia market, including
internal CD-ROM drives, PCMCIA CD-ROM drives, 3D stereo sound cards, Wavetable
sound cards, 3D video cards, PCMCIA card readers, and PCMCIA modems. In the
coming months we will introduce our consumer TV video conferencing, scanners, USB
devices and many other exciting technologies.
We encourage you to browse our web site at http://www.iomagic.com to thoroughly
review our complete product offering. We hope you enjoy using your new product, and
look forward to earning your business in the coming years.
Sincerely,
Michael R. Dendo
Vice President of Sales

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Copyright Statement
It is a criminal offence, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorised copies of
copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts and sound
recordings. This equipment should not be used for such purposes.
Notice: I/OMagic Corporation makes no warranty of any kind with regards to this
material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular product.
I/OMagic Corporation shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for
incidental consequential damages in connection with the furnishing,
performance, or use of this material.
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accurate. I/OMagic Corporation is not responsible for printing or clerical
errors.
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constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation. I/OMagic
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Warranty: I/OMagic Corporation warrants that the products it sells will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship. Consult the warranty card for
complete warranty information.

FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC Warning Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can emit radio frequency energy and, if not installed or used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause interference to radio communications. However, television reception
interference can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
! Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
! Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
! Connect the equipment into an outlet different from that to which the receiver is
connected
! Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FOR EUROPE
“The drive is in conformity with the EMC directive and low-voltage directive.”

Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION 1
PACKAGE CONTENTS 2
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 2
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION 3
FRONT PANEL 3
REAR PANEL 4
SPECIFICATIONS 5
INSTALLATION 6
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices 6
Host Interface Connections 6
HARDWARE INSTALLATION 7
Setting-up the “Mode Select” Jumper 7
Connecting to a Primary IDE Controller 8
Connecting a Secondary IDE controller 8
Attaching your MagicDVD 16X DVD-ROM Drive to your computer 8
DRIVER INSTALLATION 11
Windows 95/98 Installation 11
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 11
Power DVD Playback Software 11
POWER DVD PLAYBACK SOFTWARE 13
FEATURES 13
BEFORE YOU BEGIN 15
POWERDVD INTERFACE 16
To Playback DVD Titles: 16
To Playback MPEG Files: 16
Express Menu 17
Getting additional help 17
TROUBLESHOOTING 18
CONTACTING I/OMAGIC 24
REGISTER YOUR I/OMAGIC PRODUCT 25

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IN NT TR RO OD DU UC CT TI IO ON N
With MagicDVD 16X Multi-purpose DVD-ROM, today's demanding interactive
programs are no obstacle for your PC. The MagicDVD transfers CD-ROM data at up
to 40X speeds and DVD-ROM data at up to 16X speeds. The MagicDVD is the
complete solution for all your DVD / CD-ROM needs. The most popular formats for
DVD and CD-ROM are supported, including:
! DVD-ROM & Video ( Single & Dual Layer)
! DVD-R, DVD-RW
! CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2).
! CD-ROM-XA
! CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA
! Photo CD (Single and Multi-session).
! CD-EXTRA ( CD-PLUS ), HYBRID CD, CD-Text
Our Power DVD playback software, supports navigation features allowing you to enjoy
the versatility and interactivity of DVD. The basic navigation functions include play, fast
forward / backward, stop / pause, audio volume adjustment, drive detection, and many
more. Power DVD also supports the advanced functions such as seamless multi-angle
switching, multi-language (up to 32-languages channels), and menu selections of sub-
title and sub-pictures.
MagicDVD 16X multi-purpose DVD-ROM and Power DVD are the perfect combination
for your PC’s DVD experience.

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Package Contents
The MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM package contains the following
items:
! MagicDVD 16X drive.
! MagicDVD User’s manual (This Document).
! Data cable (IDE cable).
! Power DVD Playback Software.
System Requirements
Minimum system requirements for playing DVD movies utilizing Power DVD
software:
! Pentium II processor at 266 MHz or better.
! Windows 95 / 98.
! 16 Bit Sound Card (Optional for sound).
! AGP/PCI display card with DirectDraw Overlay support.
! 32 MB Ram.
Minimum system requirements for MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM:
! Pentium II processor at 266 MHz or better running Windows 95 / 98 or
higher.
! One available (working) E-IDE port.
! 8 MB of RAM (16 Recommended).
! 16 MB of free hard disk space or better.

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HA AR RD DW WA AR RE E D DE ES SC CR RI IP PT TI IO ON N
Front Panel
1. Disk tray Auto loading by means of the ejection button. Place the CD-ROM / DVD-ROM
with the label facing up onto the tray.
2. Busy indicator Flashes during data access.
3. Eject button This button is used to open and close the
tray.
Forced ejection hole (above eject button): When the eject button has lost its
function, insert a stiff rod into this hole and push to eject the disk tray.

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Rear Panel
4. Audio output
This is a connector for output of analog
audio. Pin 1 = Left channel
Pin 2 = Ground
Pin 3 = Ground
Pin 4 = Right channel
5. Device configuration
jumper
This is the jumper switch for selection of
the drive use mode and supporting PC. The
jumper goes on both pins vertically.
MA = Master
SL = Slave
CS = CSEL of
IDE interface.
Reserved = Do
not use.
6. Host IDE interface This is a 40-pin I/O connector according to
the ATA specifications.
7. DC input This is the power supply input.

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Specifications
Transfer rate:
(sustained)
DVD-ROM Maximum 21,600 Kbytes/Sec.*
CD-ROM Maximum 6,000 Kbytes/Sec.*
* The data transfer rate may not be output due to disk
conditions (scratches, etc).
Access time:
(random average) DVD-ROM 95 ms
CD-ROM 80 ms
Data buffer capacity: 512 Kbytes
Disk diameter: 12 cm (4.72”), 8 cm (3.15”)*
*8 cm disks cannot be used at upright position.
Audio output (Line): 0.7 Vrms ±0.5 Vrms (at 10 KΩload).
Power supply:
DC +12V, 1.6A (peak)
1.1A (normal)
DC +5V, 1.6A (peak)
1.1A (normal)
External dimensions:
148 (W) X 42.3 (H) X 208.5 (D) mm
(Including front panel: 5-27/32 (W) X 1-11/16 (H) X 8-
7/32 (D) in).
Weight: 1.0 Kg (2.2 Lb)
Operation temperature: +5°C to +45°C (41°F to 113°F)
Operation humidity: 5% to 85% (no condensation).
Storage temperature: -20°C to +60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Storage humidity: 5% to 90% (no condensation).

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IN NS ST TA AL LL LA AT TI IO ON N
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
The MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM, like all electronic equipment, is static
sensitive. Please take the proper precautions when handling the drive.
Avoid touching the IDE connector pins as well as the audio connector pins and the
jumper pins. Keep the drive in its conductive wrapping until you are ready to install the
drive in your computer.
Host Interface Connections
It is recommended that you use separate IDE ports for your hard drive and your
MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM drive. The MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose
DVD-ROM drive should be connected to a Secondary IDE controller port as “Master”.
This will ensure your hard drive’s performance and speed are not affected by having
the MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM drive on the same cable. Additionally, if
you have a CD-ROM drive, you should attach it to the Primary IDE controller port as a
slave drive.
Connect the internal IDE flat cable to the IDE interface card of your host. Connect the
other end to one of the IDE connectors at the rear of the MagicDVD 16X Multi-
Purpose DVD-ROM drive.

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Hardware Installation
The following diagram shows you the rear view of your MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose
DVD-ROM drive (actual drive may look different). Familiarize yourself with the drive
before installing the unit into your computer. Locate where the drive will be connected
first and then make sure you have all the necessary parts for the connection.
Setting-up the “Mode Select” Jumper
On the rear panel of the MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM drive, you will find
five pairs of jumpers. Use the jumper cap to set the device to CS, SL or MA mode
corresponding to your PC configuration (See Figure below). The default setting is
“Slave” mode. Improper or conflicting setting, will cause the unit to not be detected by
your computer.
MA = Master
SL = Slave
CS = CSEL of IDE interface.
Reserved = Do not use.

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Connecting to a Primary IDE Controller
There should be at least one IDE controller (or card) on the PC motherboard. This IDE
controller support two devices, one for the hard disk (Master), and the other for the 2nd
hard disk or a CD-ROM drive. The hard disk should be connected to this primary IDE
(Master mode) controller as the PC needs to use the hard disk to boot up the system
(unless you are using a SCSI hard drive). Make sure the MagicDVD 16X Multi-
Purpose DVD-ROM drive is connected to the Secondary IDE port as “Master”. Make
sure the Mode Select Jumper is set to the MA (Master) position in order to be used as
the 1st device. (See figure at the end of this page.)
Connecting a Secondary IDE controller
If the PC is equipped with a 2nd IDE controller (or card) on the motherboard, each
device connected to this controller should be set to either MA (Master) or SL (Slave)
mode. Please set the MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM drive to MA (Master)
mode. If there is another device such as a CD-ROM connected to the secondary IDE
controller, make sure it is set to the “Slave” mode. You may have to change the
jumper settings on the other CD-ROM. By setting the MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose
DVD-ROM drive to the “Master” position, you will get maximum performance.
Attaching your MagicDVD 16X DVD-ROM Drive to your
computer
Note: Please follow these steps carefully when installing the MagicDVD 16X Multi-
Purpose DVD-ROM drive.
1 Turn off the PC.
Make sure there is no power going to your computer prior to beginning the Hardware
Installation. This is to help prevent harm to yourself as well as the risk of damage to
your computer.
2 Remove the computer’s cover.
Please refer to your computer’s User’s Guide on how to remove the computer’s cover.

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3 Locate an available 5 ¼ drive bay.
Locate an empty 5 ¼ drive bay within your computer. It may be necessary to remove
a square iron plate. Please refer to your computer’s User’s Guide for assistance.
4 Slide the MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM drive into the empty bay.
(Side brackets not included with DVD drive)
5 Connect the power supply cable into the DC input connector on the back of
your MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM.

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6 Connect the IDE cable into the E-IDE Interface connector on the back of
your MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM.
Connect the 40-pin IDE cable into the MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM
drive’s E-IDE connector. Make sure to align the red-lined edge of cable with Pin-1 of
the IDE connector.
7 Connect the Analog cable from your Sound Card to the Audio out connector
on your MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM (If necessary).
If you have a sound card or an audio interface card, use the audio cable to connect
from the sound card audio port to the MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM drive’s
Analog Audio out connector located on the back panel.
8 Secure the MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM drive against the
chassis of your computer.
Secure the MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM drive using four screws included
in the accessory pack.
9 Re-attach the computer’s cover.
10 Reconnect all power cords to the computer.

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Driver Installation
Windows 95/98 Installation
1 Turn on your PC to start-up your Windows 95 / 98 Operating System.
Note:Refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual if your MagicDVD 16X Multi-
Purpose DVD-ROM drive is not automatically detected by Windows.
Software Installation
Power DVD Playback Software
Follow the installation instructions carefully and step by step. If you encounter a
problem, refer to the troubleshooting section on this manual.
1) Power on your computer.
2) Boot into Windows.
3) Insert the Power DVD installation CD into your CD-ROM drive.
4) The CD will automatically run and the installation program will guide you through
the entire installation process.
5) Enter the serial number when asked for it (Serial Number located on the Power
DVD CD sleeve).
6) Reboot your computer at the end of the installation.
Windows 95/98 will automatically detect the new MagicDVD 16X
Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM drive and load the appropriate drivers
for your DVD drive.
There is no need to install any device driver under Windows 95 /
98. After completing the hardware installation section of this
manual, please follow the steps below:

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Note: If the installation program does not launch automatically, follow these
steps:
1) Click on the “Start” button on the task bar and select “Run”.
2) Click on the “Browse” button.
3) Browse to the letter drive of your CD-ROM.
4) On the root directory, you will find a SETUP.EXE file. Double click on it.
5) Click on the “OK” button.
6) The installation program will guide you through the entire installation process.
7) Enter the serial number when asked for it (Serial Number located on the
Power DVD CD sleeve).
8) Reboot your computer at the end of the installation.
Congratulations! You have completed the driver / software installation for your
MagicDVD 16X Multi-Purpose DVD-ROM.
If the instructions did not go accordingly, please go back and try it again. Make sure
you follow the instructions carefully and step by step. In addition you can find help on
the software CD itself, The back of this manual and our web site (www.iomagic.com).
If the problem is related to the PowerDVD software, you can visit
(http://www.cyberlink.com.tw).

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P
PO OW WE ER R D DV VD D P PL LA AY YB BA AC CK K S SO OF FT TW WA AR RE E
PowerDVD is a high-quality, pure-software DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) player that
brings high-quality movies and karaoke into your multimedia PC. Using PowerDVD,
you can playback high resolution DVD titles or MPEG-2 files with superb MPEG-2
video and Dolby AC-3 audio quality. Moreover, PowerDVD offers a complete set of
navigation commands, which fully support not only basic operations (such as play, fast
forward, fast backward, stop and pause), but also those advanced features such as
multi-angle viewing, multi-language and multi-subtitle selection, and even parental
control. With PowerDVD and its high-quality audio/video performance on Pentium II
processor-based PCs, no more hardware DVD decoder boards are required, saving
users significant hardware costs. With these great advantages, PowerDVD is
acknowledged as most suitable for home entertainment. From now on, you can easily
enjoy DVD titles in high-resolution display directly from their multimedia PC.
PowerDVD also takes into consideration that some sophisticated display chips are
now equipped with certain hardware component for accelerating Motion
Compensation, an important MPEG decoding operation, or better with IDCT, still
another hardware-accelerating component. And, as we know, PowerDVD will
automatically detect the existence of such display chip to utilize the embedded MPEG
acceleration engine.
Features
! Support ATI RagePro / RagePro LT Motion Compensation.
! Support Four / Six Speakers Output.
! Pan-Scan / Letterbox Playback Option.
! Intel Streaming SIMD Extensions (KNI) optimized.
! AMD 3DNow! Technology optimized.
! Performance improvement for Savage3D MC-accelerated version.
! Selectable hardware video acceleration options: Motion compensation for
S3 Savage 3D, Motion compensation or IDCT for SiS6326.
! Video brightness control.
! Support Creative ES1373 / EV1938 S / PDIF.
! Support A3D/DS3D along with Direct-Sound.
! Support Dolby Surround.
! Support ESS / ForteMedia / Cmedia 416-channel audio output

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! Direct DVD chapter selection/browsing.
! Resizable video window under full screen mode for better viewing
experiences at 16:9 and 4:3.
! Support DVD Karaoke.
! Provide DVD Title, Video/Audio and hardware information page.
! Video window fixed aspect ratio Optional.
! Friendly graphical user interface.
Full-Featured DVD Navigation
PowerDVD supports navigation features allowing users to enjoy the versatility and
interactivity of the DVD. The basic navigation functions include play, fast forward/
backward, stop/pause, audio volume adjustment and drive selection. PowerDVD also
supports the advanced functions such as seamless multi-angle switching, multi-
language (up to 32-language channels), and menu selections of sub-title and sub-
pictures. Users can easily operate DVD navigation controls through the intuitive
graphical user interface.
MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 Video
By fully utilizing the computation power of the Pentium II processor, and optimized by
the MMX technology, PowerDVD offers the highest performance video-decoding
engine. It supports full resolution 720 x 480 video playback for NTSC and 720 x 576
for PAL systems. Built with proprietary video decoding technologies, PowerDVD plays
DVD movie titles at full 24 or 30 frames per second.
Dolby Digital and MPEG Audio
The audio decoding engine of PowerDVD is certified by Dolby to meet their high
quality audio requirements. PowerDVD also supports MPEG audio. The audio decoder
accepts 5.1-channel AC-3 input which is decoded and down mixed to two-channel
stereo or full 5.1 channels offering 3D surround audio quality.
S/PDIF 5.1-channel Dolby Digital Output
PowerDVD now supports Creative ES1373 / EV1938 S/PDIF output. Undecoded 5.1-
channel or 2-channel Dolby Digital stream are sent through S/PDIF to external Dolby
Digital decoder for high fidelity decoding and playback, allowing users to experience
the enriched DVD theater right from the Pentium Computer.