Samsung Writemaster SH-S183A User manual

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user instructions and product information.
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Precautions
Safety Precautions
During Installation
During Operating
Others
RoHS & WEEE
Features
Exterior
System Requirements
Features
Installing DVD Writer and Connecting
Cables
Installing Drive
Connecting Cables
Installing Device Driver and Confirming
The Installation
Firmware Update
Confirming the Installation of Device Driver
How To Use The DVD Writer
How to Use the Drive
How to Use DVD±R/RW and Other Discs
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Utilities
Troubleshootin
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Troubleshooting
Caution: Possible Errors
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Drive and Disc
Cleaning the Drive
Storing the Disc
Cleaning the Disc
When the on/off Light Blinks

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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.
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.
Important to read and understand at all times
Do not disassemble
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.

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Do not drop the drive, and protect it from severe shocks.
- It can damage the drive or cause it to malfunction.
Do not place the drive in direct sunlight.
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void low or high temperature environments.
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void high-humidity environments.

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Handle with caution to prevent damage from external shock.
Do not drop the drive, and protect it from severe 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 by force.
Make sure to close all working programs before attempting to open the
tray and always use the open/close button.
Do not insert a pin into the emergency opening while in operation.
Do not insert hands in the tray while in operation.
This may cause damage to the product or human body
Do not use cracked, distorted or damaged discs.
In particular, a disc with a crack on the inner tracks may break
while in use.
Always check to be sure the disc is not cracked before use. If you find a crack on the disc
(especially around the center hole), make a copy of the disc immediately and use the copy instead.
Continued use of a cracked disc will cause the crack to become bigger, resulting in irreparable damage
to the disc.
Do not use low-quality discs (illegal, scratched, damaged, etc.).
Samsung is not responsible for any loss resulting from the use of such discs.

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Never allow food particles or foreign substances to enter the drive
casing.
To protect against the risk of fire, do not 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.
- To reduce the risk of damage, electric shock, and fire.

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Samsung Eco-mark
The Samsung’s own Eco mark helps consumers
to easily understand that Samsung develops
eco-friendly products. This mark represents
Samsung’s continuous effort to develop eco-
friendly products.
RoHS (Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment)The
RoHS, the environment regulation announced by European Union, restricts the use of lead, mercury,
cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE in products put on the market in The European Union
after July 1, 2006.
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed
with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from
other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of
material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or
their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for
environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the
purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for
disposal.

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1. Emergency Hole 2. On/Off Lamp
3. Open/Close Button 4. Disc Tray
zDesign and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
1. S-ATA Power Port 2. S-ATA Data Port
DVD Writer
S-ATA Power Cable 1EA, S-ATA Data Cable 1EA
Four screws to install the drive
Setup guide
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pplication software & User manual CD
(software: Nero Express 6, In CD, Nero Vision Express, Nero ShowTime, Nero BackItUp,
Nero Recode)
zIn case you need to return the purchased product,
be sure to include all the accessories provided with the product to receive a refund.
zThe type of accessories varies depending on product model.

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Item Description
OS Microsoft Windows 2000(SP4)/XP
CPU S-ATA supported PC
(The compatible motherboard list can be found from the website)
RAM 256Mbytes or above

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Versatile Multimedia Features
DVD-RAM : Read / Write / Rewrite allowed DVD-RW : Read / Write / Rewrite allowed
DVD-R : Read / Write DVD+RW : Read / Write / Rewrite allowed
DVD+R : Read / Write DVD+R Dual : Read / Write
DVD-ROM : Read CD-R : Read / Write
DVD-R Dual : Read / Write Supports Read (playback) for various types of
discs
CD-RW : Read / Write / Rewrite allowed
See table below for details
Disc Type Writable Rewritable Read
CD
CD-STAMP × × O
CD-R O × O
CD-RW (O) O O
DVD
DVD-STAMP × × O
DVD-R For General Ver 2.1 O × O
DVD-RW Ver 1.1 (O) O O
DVD+R(Dual) Basic Ver 1.11 O × O
DVD-R(Dual) O × O
DVD+RW Basic Ver 1.2 (O) O O
Writable : write once, read many times.
Rewritable : write data one or more times.
DVD Recommended Disc Types
DVD-R Media
Taiyo-Yuden, TDK, MKM, Hitachi Maxell, Fuji Film, PVC, Panasonic, RiTEK, CMC, UNIFINO
DVD-RW Media
TDK, MKM, JVC, PVC, RiTEK, CMC
DVD+R Media
RICOH, Taiyo-Yuden, MKM, RiTEK, CMC, Prodisc, Optdisc
DVD+RW Media
RICOH, MKM, RiTEK, CMC
DVD±R Dual
MKM
DVD-RAM
Maxell
CD Recommended Disc Types
CD-R Media
Taiyo-Yuden, RICOH, MKM, Hitachi Maxell, Fuji Film, RiTEK(Phtharo), CMC, Pioneer, Princo, TDK
CD-RW Media