Pioneer DVR-A09XLC User manual

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DVD / CDWRITER
DVR-A09
Operating instructions
XLA
XLB
XLC
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions
so you will know how to operate your unit properly. After you have finished reading the
instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
IMPORTANT
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NOTE: 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 radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try 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 receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme àla norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate
the equipment.
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is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Corporation.

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This product complies with the EMC Directives
(89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and
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CAUTION
This product is a class 1 laser product, but this
product contains a laser diode higher than Class 1.
To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers
or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
The following caution label appears on your unit.
Location: on top of the cover
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CAUTION
ATTENTION
CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN, AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.
DRW2247 - A
RADIATIONS LASER VISIBLES ET INVISIBLES DE CLASSE 3B
QUAND OUVERT. ÉVITEZ TOUT EXPOSITION AU FAISCEAU.
ADVARSEL
KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.
UNDGÅUDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
VARNING
KLASS 3B SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA
DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. UNDVIK ATT UTSÄTTA DIG FÖR STRÅLEN.
VARO!
AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄLLE JA
NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LUOKAN 3B LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
ÄLÄKATSO SÄTEESEEN.
PRECAUCIAÓN
CUANDO SE ABRE HAY RADIACIÓN LÁSER DE CLASE 3B VISIBLE
E INVISIBLE. EVITE LA EXPOSICIÓN A LOS RAYOS LÁSER.
VORSICHT
BEI GEÖFFNETER ABDECKUNG IST SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE
LASERSTRAHLUNG DER KLASSE 3B IM GERÄTEINNEREN
VORHANDEN. AUGEN NICHT DEM LASERSTRAHLAUSSETZEN!
WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire
or shock hazard, do not place any container filed
with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or
flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain
or moisture.
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WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or
cords associated with accessories sold with the
product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to
the State of California and other governmental
entities to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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Wash hands after handling
Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3.
GPSGV: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt
70 dB (A) oder weniger gemäß EN ISO 7779
IMPORTANT NOTICE –RECORD THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBERS OF THIS EQUIPMENT BELOW.
THE NUMBERS ARE ON THE REAR.
MODEL NO.
SERIAL NO.
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE USE.
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DVR-A09XLA, DVR-A09XLB, DVR-A09XLC
DANGER – VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT
EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
CAUTION : USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
CAUTION : THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD.
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Machine Noise Information Regulation 3.
GPSGV: The highest sound-pressure level is 70 dB
(A) or less in accordance EN ISO 7779.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure your personal safety and to maximize the full operating potential of your Drive, read and follow
these safety precautions:
ENVIRONMENT - Please do not use the unit at places with much dust, high temperature, or high humidity.
Please use the unit at a place where it is not subjected to vibrations or shocks.
POWER - Turn off your system and attached hardware devices before installation.
READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read all safety and operating instructions before the Drive is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - Follow all operating and use instructions.
HEED WARNINGS - All warnings must be adhered to.
CLEANING - DO NOT use liquid, aerosol cleaners, or alcohol. Use only a damp cloth to clean the exterior
housing.
WATER AND MOISTURE - DO NOT use this product near water.
POWER SOURCES - Operate this product from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power available, consult Authorized Pioneer Dealer.
OVERLOADING - DO NOT overload wall outlets and extension cords. Doing so can result in fire or electric
shock.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push objects of any kind into this product. Touching dangerous voltage
points may cause a short resulting in fire or electric shock. Do not spill liquid of any kind on this product.
CONDENSATION - Moisture will form in the operating section of the product causing performance to be
impaired if it is brought from cool surroundings into a warmer environment. If you are moving the unit to a
location with a warmer temperature, let the product stand for 1-2 hours in the new location before turning it
back on.
SERVICING - Do not attempt to repair this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. (Refer to the enclosed
Service and Support Card.)
÷Remove dust or lint from the disc with a soft cloth by
wiping from the inside to the outside edge rather than in
a circular motion.
÷Do not use record-cleaning or anti-static agents as the
solutions may cause damage to a disc.
Always be sure to store your discs in proper DVD-R storage
cases when not in use, and always be sure to check for dirt
or dust on discs (especially on the recording side) before use.
÷Avoid touching or scratching the signal surface (shiny
side) of the disc.
÷Hold the disc by the edges or by the center hold and one
edge.
÷Do not affix paper or labels to the disc.
÷Discard warped or cracked discs as they may cause
damage to the drive.
÷Avoid specially shaped discs such as hearts or polygons.
ABOUT REGION CODES
The region code can be changed ONLY 5 times, including the 1st setting. Please be aware the
5th change will be PERMANENT, therefore, please pay attention when changing region codes.
÷Region codes are part of the DVD Standard. However, Region codes on DVD discs are
optional. DVD discs with no specified Region code can be played on all players.

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FEATURES
•Maximum Write Speed ( ▲: ZCLV, ★: CAV )
DVD-R 1X, 2X, 4X, 6X, 8X★, 12X★, 16X★
Dual Layer DVD-R 2X, 4X
DVD-RW 1X, 2X, 4X, 6X
DVD+R 2.4X, 4X, 6X, 8X★, 12X★, 16X★
Double Layer DVD+R 2.4X, 4X
DVD+RW 2.4X, 4X, 6X, 8X▲
CD-R 4X, 10X, 16X, 32X★, 40X★
CD-RW 4X, 10X, 16X, 20X▲, 24X▲
•Maximum Read Speed
DVD-ROM (single) 16X
DVD-ROM (dual) 12X
DVD-R, DVD+R 12X
Dual Layer DVD-R 8X
Double Layer DVD+R 8X
DVD-RW, DVD+RW 8X
DVD-RAM 2X
CD-ROM, CD-R 40X
CD-RW 32X
•Buffer Memory Size : 2 MBytes (Write, Read)
•IDE Data Transfer Mode :
PIO Mode 4/Multi Word DMA Mode 2/Ultra DMA Mode 4
•5.25inch Half-Height built in type
•Stereo Audio Output
•LCD Tilt Servo Mechanism
•Horizontal/Vertical orientation available
•Low vibration Mechanism by DRA system
Disc Format (Read/Write)
•DVD single layer/dual layer /120 mm disc /80 mm disc
•DVD-R (In case of write, 650nm disc for General only.)
•DVD-R (4X, 8X,16X Write Speed)
•Dual Layer DVD-R
•DVD-RW (1X, 2X, 4X, 6X Write Speed)
•DVD+R (2.4X, 4X, 8X, 16X Write Speed)
•Double Layer DVD+R
•DVD+RW (2.4X, 4X, 8X Write Speed)
•DVD-RAM (non-cartridge, Version 2.0, Version 2.1) (Read only)
•CD-ROM Mode 1
•CD-ROM XA Mode2 (form 1, form2)
•Photo CD (single and multiple session)
•CD-DA
•CD-Extra (CD PLUS)
•Video CD
•CD Text
•CD-R
•CD-RW, High-Speed CD-RW, Ultra-Speed CD-RW
Note:
•Specific application program(s) that support above format(s) required.
•Supported media required for specific DVD & CD writing speeds.
•To perform DVD writing at 12x or 16x speeds, use Pioneer-designate disc media. For details,
consult information available on Pioneer’s website.

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INTERFACE
FRONT VIEW
1Forced Ejection Hole
Insert a stiff rod into the hole and push to
eject the tray when the tray doesn’t unload
by pressing the Eject button. In the normal
operation, the eject button should be used
to unload the tray. Make sure the power of
the drive is turned off and wait more than
one minute till the disc rotation is stopped
when access the eject hole.
2BUSY Indicator
Operation status is indicated as follows.
During reading Lights
During writing Lights
3Eject Button (0)
To unload /load the disc, press the button.
4Disc Tray
Open the loading tray by pressing the eject
button, then place a CD or DVD disc into
the slit with the label facing up.
Press the eject button or push the front part
of tray to load the tray with the disc.
Do not attempt to pull out the disc tray
forcibly.
Pin Name Function
1 L Left channel audio output.
2 G Ground.
3 G Ground.
4 R Right channel audio output.
Pin Name Function
1MAon The drive is used in master mode.
2SLon The drive is used in slave mode.
3CSon Using Cable Select function.
4 Reserved.
5 Reserved.
5Audio Output
This is a connector for output of analog audio.
This connector is compatible with ‘Molex
70553’.
Choose a suitable connection cable.
Pin Name Function
1 +12 Power supply input for DC +12 V.
2 G Ground.
3 G Ground.
4+5 Power supply input for DC +5 V.
6Device Configuration Jumper
Switch goes ON when short socket is put
on.
Make sure the power of the drive is off
before changing jumper setting.
Pin # 1 is ON as the factory default.
7Host IDE Interface
This is a 40 pin I/O connector according to
the ATA specifications. Use an 80-wire
cable for maximum writing speed.
8DC Input
REAR VIEW
5 6 87
Precautions on playing 8 cm (3.15") Discs
An 8 cm (3.15") disc cannot be played even an
adapter is attached to the disc when the drive
is upright condition.

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1Turn off the power of the personal computer and remove the power cord from the
AC outlet, then remove the cover or the front panel.
2Remove the blank panel installed on the front of the 5.25 inch slot.
3Install the fixing slide rails on the drive. (When slide rails are required, please contact
your shop or the computer manufacturer.)
4Insert the drive into the slot.
5When fixing is required, please refer to the instruction manual for the computer.
÷Please use screws with a length of 5 mm (3/16 in.) or less for mounting. Using
longer screws may cause damage on the drive.
÷When the mounting screws are loose etc., the vibrations from disc rotation may
generate ripping noise. To prevent it the screws should be tightened securely.
INSTALLATION
÷Turn off the power supply of the personal computer.
÷Connect the power cable from the personal computer. At the time of connection,
pay attention to the polarity of the cable.
÷Connect the IDE interface cable. At this time, confirm that pin 1 of the IDE connector
of the drive is connected correctly to pin 1 of the cable.
÷When a sound card is being used, connect the audio output with an audio cable to
the sound card.
Be sure to supply electrical power for this product from the personal computer
which is connected to it. Do not use any other power supply than the internal one
of the personal computer.
CONNECTIONS
Pin 1
Power cable
Audio Cable
IDE Interface cable
80-wire cable is required for
maximum DVD writing speed.

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SPECIFICATIONS
[Setting]
This drive is Horizontal and Vertical Use.
[Disc Size]
•12 cm (4.72”) / 8 cm (3.15”)*
* 8 cm (3.15") discs cannot be used at upright position.
[Data Transfer Rate]
Data Read (Sustained)
DVD Max. 22.16 MBytes/sec.
CD Max. 6.14 MBytes/sec.
(17.1 –40X CAV Mode over 16 block transfer)
Data Write (Sustained)
DVD Max. 22.16 MBytes/sec. (16X DVD-R)
CD Max. 6.14 MBytes/sec. (40X CD-R)
Host Interface specification
PIO Mode 4, Multi word DMA Mode 2 16.6 Mbytes/sec.
Ultra DMA mode 4 66.6 MBytes/sec.
•An 80-wire IDE cable is required for 16X DVD writing speed.
•The data transfer rate may not be output due to disc conditions (scratches, etc.).
[Access Time/ Seek Time]
Access time (Random average)
DVD-ROM 140 ms CD-ROM 120 ms
Seek time (Random average)
DVD-ROM 120 ms CD-ROM 110 ms
[Audio Characteristic]
Line Out 0.7 ± 0.15 Vrms (at 10 kΩload)
[Others]
Power Supply DC +12 V, 1.0 A
DC +5 V, 1.6 A
Dimensions 148 (W) x 42.3 (H) x 180 (D) mm
(including front panel) 5-27/32 (W) x 1-11/16 (H) x 7-3/32 (D) in.
Weight 1.0 kg (2.20 lb)
Operation temperature +5°C to +45°C (41°F to 113°F)
Operation humidity 5% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage temperature –40°C to +60°C (–40°F to 140°F)
Storage humidity 5% to 90% (no condensation)
[Accessories]
Short-circuit socket x 2
Mounting screw x 4
Operating instructions x 1
NOTE:
•Specifications and design subject to possible modifications without notice, due to improvements.

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