Targus PACMB010U User manual

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PACMB010U / 410-0228-001A
USER GUIDE
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USB 2.0
DVD/CD-RW Slim
External Drive

TARGUS USB 2.0
DVD/CD-RW SLIM
EXTERNAL DRIVE
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Targus USB 2.0 DVD/CD-RW Slim
External Drive that allows you to read, write and rewrite CDs, read data
DVDs and playback DVD movies. After installing the Targus drive, you
can use it at any time by connecting the supplied Universal Serial Bus
(USB) Y-cable to your computer’s USB ports.
This user’s guide describes how to connect and operate the Targus
drive. In addition to this user’s guide, this package contains:
• Targus USB 2.0 DVD/CD-RW Slim External Drive
• USB 2.0 Y-cable
• CD writing application
System Requirements
To use the Targus drive, your computer must meet the following
hardware requirements and run one of the operating systems listed
below.
Hardware
• PC with an Intel® Pentium® processor or equivalent and a hard
disk drive
• 64 MB RAM or higher, depending on the operating system
• Two (2) USB 1.1 or 2.0 interface ports
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NOTES: The Targus drive receives its power from your computer’s USB ports. You
must have a minimum of two USB ports to use the drive, they must be in full
compliance with the USB specifications and supply a minimum of 5V/500mA of power
per port.
When connected to USB version 1.1 ports, the drive’s performance level will be less
than optimal. For best results, connect the drive to USB version 2.0 ports.
This drive will read DVD-ROMs as delivered, but in order to play DVD movies, you must
have movie playback software (not included) installed on your system.
Operating System
• Windows® Me/2000/XP
Connecting the Drive and Installing the Drivers
NOTES: Installing the Targus drive may change internal drive letter assignments.
You can connect the Targus drive to your computer via a hub or port replicator as long
as the device has its own AC power adapter.
The Y-cable that connects the Targus drive to your computer has two
USB type A connector ends, one single and one with a USB pass-
through.
The USB pass-through connector supports both up- and downstream
data flow between your computer and any supported device connected
to it, such as a USB mouse or port replicator. The single connector
supports both up- and downstream data flow between the Targus drive
and your computer. Both connector ends provide power to the Targus
drive.
CAUTIONS: Avoid connecting a high power device, such as a printer or scanner, to your
computer via the Y-cable’s pass-through end as the device may not work properly
and/or cause the Targus drive to stop working temporarily. For best results, connect
only low power devices, such as a mouse or keyboard, to the passthrough end.
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If using a hub or port replicator, the USB ports on the device must provide at least 500
mA, per port, for the Targus drive to work properly. Also, for best results, turn off any
high power devices on the hub or port replicator while using the drive.
NOTE: Not all USB hubs and port replicators will support the use of this drive with the
Y-cable. If your hub or port replicator does not allow the drive to function, the drive will
need to be attached directly to the USB ports on your computer.
When the USB type A connectors are used together, the Y-cable
provides enough power to run the Targus drive, eliminating the need for
an AC power adapter.
1 Using the supplied Y-cable, connect the USB type A connector with
the USB pass-through into a USB port on your computer.
2 Connect the single USB type A connector into another USB port on
your computer for additional power to the drive.
3 Connect the Y-cable’s USB type B connector (the single end) into the
Targus drive and turn on your computer.
Your computer’s operating system automatically detects the new
hardware and begins installing the appropriate default drivers.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the driver installation.
You can now begin using the drive.
Using the Drive
Inserting and Removing a Disc
CAUTION: Avoid touching the readable (plain) side(s) of a disc. Touching the readable
side of the disc may cause read errors, poor performance or failed operation.
1 Turn on your computer and press the drive’s eject button to open the
tray.
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2 To insert a disc, hold it by the edges and place it in the tray with the
readable (plain) side down.
3 Close the media tray by gently pushing it until it clicks into place.
Targus drive
Audio out jack
Emergency eject hole
Media tray
USB 2.0 cable port
Eject button
Indicator light
To remove a disc, grasp it by the edges and gently pull up until the disc
is released.
Removing a Disc Using the Emergency Eject Feature
CAUTION: Use the emergency eject mechanism only if the Targus drive is not connected
to your computer or if the computer’s battery is flat and there is no power available for
the eject button. Excessive use of the emergency eject mechanism may damage it and
cause the mechanism to stop working.
To manually remove a disc when there is no power to your computer:
1 Gently insert a slim, straight object, such as a straightened paper
clip, into the emergency eject hole until you feel some resistance.
2 Remove the paper clip.
3 Carefully open the tray by hand.
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Playing Audio CDs
To play audio CDs, use the Windows Media™ Player included in your
computer’s operating system.
The Targus drive supports digital audio extraction (DAE) for audio CD
playback. This allows you to listen to audio CDs via your computer’s
built-in audio system without connecting external devices, such as
headphones or speakers. To use this method, the digital audio feature
in Windows Media Player must be enabled.
You can also listen to audio CDs by connecting headphones or external
speakers to the audio out jack on the Targus drive. However, you must
disable the digital audio feature in Windows Media Player, otherwise
you will continue to hear audio through your computer.
To enable or disable the digital audio feature, refer to the Windows®
operating system manual that came with your computer or select the
Help option in Windows Media Player.
Reading Data DVDs
You can read data DVDs without installing any special software.
Playing DVD Movies
To playback movies, you must have a DVD player application installed
on your computer.
1 Turn on your computer, if it’s off.
2 Insert the DVD playback software CD-ROM into the Targus drive or
your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
3 If setup does not begin automatically, click Start, then Run, and enter
D:\setup.exe (where D: is the path of the CD-ROM drive)
then click OK.
4 Follow the remaining on-screen instructions to complete installation.
5 You will be prompted to restart your computer to complete the
installation.
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Hot Swapping
You can connect and disconnect the Targus drive while the computer is
running. When connecting the Targus drive, first connect the Type A
connectors of the Y-cable and then connect the Type B connector.
When disconnecting the drive, disconnect the Type B connector first,
followed by both Type A connectors.
Writing and Rewriting CDs
To write and rewrite CDs, you must install writing software. For your
convenience, a CD writing application is supplied. To install the CD
writing software:
1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the Targus drive (or your
computer’s internal CD-ROM drive if it has one).
2 If setup does not begin automatically, click Start, then Run, and enter
D:\setup.exe (where D: is the path of the CD-ROM drive) and
click OK.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
For more information on how to use the CD writing application, refer to
the documentation on the CD-ROM.
Things to Remember
Operating Hints
• Never press the eject button while the Targus drive is accessing a
disc.
• The Targus drive operates in either an upright or horizontal
position. To prevent possible damage, avoid changing the drive’s
position while it is in use.
• Avoid using or storing the Targus drive in extreme temperatures.
The environmental specifications while operating are 50-113
degrees F (10-45 degrees C).
• After transporting the Targus drive, allow it to reach room
temperature before using it.
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CAUTION: Changes in temperature during transport, particularly from a cool to a
warmer temperature, can cause condensation to form in the drive and may result in
operating problems. Allowing the drive to reach room temperature helps to prevent
this.
• Avoid using the Targus drive in dusty or humid surroundings.
• A short delay is normal before the Targus drive reads an audio CD,
CD-ROM, DVD or DVD-ROM.
WARNING: Never clean the Targus drive with a commercially available CD
or CDROM cleaning set as doing so may cause damage to the drive.
Safety Measures
• Any attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair the Targus drive may
result in exposure to laser light or other safety hazards.
• This is a Class 1 Laser Product. This product complies with all
applicable safety standards, DHHS Rules 21 CFR Chapter 1, Sub
chapter J. The laser beam generated is totally enclosed during all
modes of normal operation, and no hazardous laser light is emitted
from the drive.
Specifications
Dimensions Length: 6.1 inches (15.5 cm)
Width: 5.6 inches (14.2 cm)
Height: 0.75 inches (1.9 cm)
Weight 14.6 ounces (414 g)
Computer connection
Voltage DC 5V± 5%
USB 2.0 (compatible with USB
version 1.1; using USB 1.1 will result
in decreased performance)
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Access Time DVD: 180 ms (average)
CD: 220 ms (random)
Data Buffer DVD: 512 kB
CD-RW: 128 kB
Maximum Speed CD-Mode: 24x CD speed (3,600 KB/s)
24x CD-R write speed
24x CD-RW overwrite speed
DVD-Mode: 8x DVD speed (8,112 KB/s)
Supported Disc Sizes Write: 12 cm (4.72 inches)
Read: 8 cm (3.15 inches)
12 cm (4.72 inches)
Disc Write Modes DAO, SAO, TAO
Variable and Fixed Packet Writing
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DVD-ROM type description DVD-5 DVD-9 DVD-10 DVD-18
Capacity according to the manufacturer 4.7 GB 8.5 GB 9.4 GB 17 GB
Actual capacity 4.38 GB 7.96 GB 8.75 GB 15.92 GB
Written sides 1 1 2 2
Layers per side (referring to the
information-carrying layer of the disc) 1212
Media Formats:
The Targus drive reads formats according to the following CD (compact
disc) and DVD (digital versatile disc) standards:
• Audio CDs
• CD-Digital Audio
• CDI, CDI-Ready, CD-Midi, CD-R, CD-RW, CD Plus
• CD-ROM XA
• CD-TEXT, CD-EXTRA
• Data-CDs (Joliet)
• DVD-ROM, DVD-R
• DVD-Video
• Enhanced CD
• i-trax CD
• Kodak Photo CDs (single- and multi-session)
• Mixed Mode CDs
• MS-DOS® operating system data CDs (High Sierra, Mode 1 & Mode
2 complying with ISO 9660)
• UDF (Universal Disc Format)
• Video CDs
Storage Capacity:
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