Samsung SW-252S User manual

Main Page
Safety Precautions
Notational
Installation
While Operating
Other
Using the Drive
Using the CD-R/RW Drive
Storing and Cleaning Your Discs
MAGIC SPEED
Upgrading the Firmware Flash Memory
System Requirements
Introduction
Front
Rear
Troubleshooting
Solving Recording Problems
Caution with errors
Solving Technical Problems
Setup
Installing the CD-R/RW Drive
Connecting the Cables
Installing the CD Record Utility
Installing the Device Driver
Setting Up the Device Driver
Specifications
Connecting the Cables
Index

Warning / Caution
Warning : This symbol indicates explanations about extremely dangerous matters.
If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, serious injury or death could
result.
Caution : This symbol indicates explanations about dangerous matters.
If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, damage to home or property
could result.
Notational
Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to
equipment.
Prohibited
Important to read and understand at all times
Do not disassemble
Any change or modification not expressly approved by designated qualified personnel could void your
authority to operate this device.
Always make sure that the disc does not have a crack before use. If the disc has a crack (especially
around the center hole), it is recommended to make a copy immediately and use the copy instead.
When a cracked disc is used continuously, the size of the crack is likely to grow and this will eventually
result in irreparable damage to the disc.
Important to read and understand at all times.
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Safety Precaution

Place the drive on a level surface.
-Failure to do so may cause the device to fall onto a hard surface,
resulting in damage or malfunction.
Do not place the drive in direct sunlight.
Avoid low
- or high-temperature environments.
Avoid high
-humidity environments.
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Safety Precaution
Installation

Handle with caution to prevent damage from external shock.
Do not drop the drive, and protect it fromsevere shocks.
- It can damage the drive or cause it to malfunction.
Do not move the drive while in operation and do not attempt to open
the disc tray byforce.
Make sure to close all working programs before attempting to open the
tray and always usethe open/close button.
- Do not insert a pin into the emergency opening while in operation.
Do not use cracked, distorted or damaged discs.
- In particular, a disc with a crack on the inner tracks may break while in
use.
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Safety Precaution
While Operating

Never allow food particles or foreign substances to enter the drive
casing.
To protect against the risk of fire, do ot spill such liquids as
alcohol and benzene on the drive.
Do not disassemble, attempt to repair or modify the device
without express approval as directed in the manual.
-
Arbitrary removal of the bezel may cause the disc to pop out
during operation.
- To reduce the risk of damage, electric shock, and fire,
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Safety Precaution
Other

1. Emergency eject hole
if the compartment does not open when you press the Eject button, power off the computer, insert a pin or
unfolded paper clip in the hole and push firmly
2. LED
Indicator Light. (GREEN: Read / Write)
3. Eject button
4. Disc compartment
the compartment opens and closes automatically when you press the Eject button
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Introduction
Front

1. Digital output terminal
You can connect a sound card or MPEG card which support Digital output terminal to your drive using this
two-pin terminal.
2. Sound output terminal
You can connect a sound card to your drive using this four-pin terminal.
This function is not covered in detail in this guide. Refer to the documentation supplied with your sound
card.
3. Master/slave select terminal
Usually, this is a pre-set configuration as illustrated below.
Verify that the setting is as illustrated. If it is not, simply remove the jumper and place it in the correct
position.
4. Interface terminal
This input/output interface terminal is used to connect the 40-pin flat cable from the IDE interface to the
CD-R/RW drive.
5. Power terminal
The power terminal is a four-conductor male plug.
(A : +5V DC)
(B : +12V DC)
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Introduction
Rear

To install your CD-R/RW Drive in the PC, proceed as follows.
Installing the CD-R/RW Drive
Make sure that the PC is powered off and disconnected from any power source.
If necessary, attach a horizontal bracket to both sides of the drive.
Remove the cover from a free expansion slot and install the CD-R/RW drive, as shown in the illustration.
Important: Use the fixing screws provided with purchase and make sure the screws are tightened
securely.Insufficiently tightened screws may cause increased noise.
(Screws for use: M3 X 6 X 4 pieces)
Make sure to use the standardized screws supplied (M3 X 6).
(To use screws other than M3 X 6 may result in malfuction.)
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Setup

Connecting the Cables
Connecting the power cable
The 4-pin power cable from the internal power unit of your computer must be connected to the power
terminal on the rear of the CD-R/RW drive.
A - Cut Side
1+5V DC
2Ground
3Ground
4+12V DC
Note: An improperly connected power cable may cause trouble. Check the direction of the power connector
and the incline side of the CD-R/RW drive before connecting.
Connecting the E-IDE cable
Insert the IDE cable (40-pin), which is connected to the hard disk to the interface terminal.
(Place the red line of the cable close to the Pin 1.)
When using one E-IDE cable
Connect the cable to the SL (Slave) of the Master/Slave Select Terminal at the rear of the CD-R/RW
drive.
a : Slave Drive (Choose the SL Jumper)
b: Hard Drive
c: MainBoard
When using two E-IDE cable
If there is only one CD-R/RW drive, select MA (Master).
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a: Master Drive (Choose the MA Jumper) b: Hard Drive
c: MainBoard d: Primary 1
e: Secondly 1
If there is two CD-R/RW drive, select MA (Master) / SL (Slave).
a: Master Drive (Choose the MA Jumper)
b: Slave Drive (Choose the SL Jumper)
c: Hard Drive d: MainBoard
e: Primary 1 f: Secondly 1
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Setup