1.2. About your new Memorex DVD Recorder
You r n ew Me m orex DVD Recorder is a state-of-the-art device, capable of recording a wide
variety of disc types and formats. Here is a list of some of the major features of t his dr ive:
Dual Format Recording:
Records both DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW di sc s .
Double-Layer Recording:
Records on 8.5GB, DVD+R9 discs for extra capacity applications.
Fast Recording Speeds:
Thi s d ri v e provides fast DVD recording speeds on both DVD and
CD media. Please note that speeds displayed below are maximu m recording speed s and
average recording speeds might be lower.
16X DVD+R 8X DVD-R 48X CD-R
2.4X DVD+R9 4X DVD-RW 24X CD-RW
4X DVD+RW
Buffer Memory:
Th is Me m orex DVD Recorder is equipped with 2MB of buffe r mem or y,
v irtual ly el im in a ti ng b u ffer underr uns and preventing wasted time and media.
Smart-Burn Buffer Underrun Protection:
This drive features a comprehensive Buffer
Underrun Management system which monitors and adapts the recording technolo gy
for opt imum b urni ng, virtually eliminating the possibility of buffer underru ns.
Superior Compatibility and Recording Performance:
This drive offers reliable performance
and superior fu nction s. The disc s produced in this drive have been tested to provide t h e highes t
compatibility available.
Precision Recording Technology:
This drive provides exceptional overwrite performance
si g n i f i c a n t l y m o re advanced than technology used in prev i o us mo d e ls .
Defect Management:
This drive features the new DRT-DM (Distributed Real Time Defect
Management) system, offering the highest reliability f or your recorded discs.
Vibration Absorber System (VAS):
Imbalanced discs can cause vibrations that affect
performance during high-speed recording and playback. VAS is designed to the res-
onance frequency of the drive rotating speed. The vibration will be inducted into the
absorber to get the minimum vibration.
Smart-X Function:
This drive technology adjusts CD-DA/VCD data extraction to the fastest
allowable speed according to both data request rates from host and disk quality.
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Congratulations!
Thank you for purchasing a M emorex External DVD recorder.
Mem orex's DVD recorder brings a new dimension to your PC's capabilities and performance
by all o w ing y o u t o record, re-write, and play both CD's and DVD's of several format s, all wit h
a single drive.
Me m o rex makes award-winning optical drives to which many other drives are compared.
M em orex qu al it y, rel i a b i lit y, features, bundled software, and reputation are the reasons why
you have made the right choice in choosing Memorex.
Before you can start enjoying all the f eatures and benefits of your new Memorex drive, please
r e a d th i s m a n u a l t ho roug hl y. It is also a good idea to keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference.
1.1.1. System Requirements
Your new Memorex drive is a high-performance DVD recording device. For optimum
performance, Memorex recommends installing our new drive in a high-performance
PC. While complying with the minimum requirements highlighted below will ensure
proper installation and operation of the drive, Memorex 's recommende d components
are essential for high-speed record in g.
Minimum Requirements:
IBM PC and compatibles PCs –
• Intel Pentium III 800MHz (Pentium 4 1.8GHz or higher is recommended for better
results) or equivalent
• 1 28 MB of m em or y (5 12 MB of me mo ry i s recommended for better res ul ts )
• Fast hard disk drive with 15 ms or faster speed and DMA set (A/V Rated hard disk
drives are recommended for better results and ensured high quality when capturing
video)
• USB 2.0 port or IEEE-1394/iLink/FireWire por t
• Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP operating system
• Internal CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (to install driver software) with DMA set (if it is a
DVD-ROM drive and you are planning to us e it as a source drive when backing up your
DVD's). Please see Section 3.1 below for more information on DMA (page 12).
1.1.2. Package Contents
In add itio n to th e ite ms li sted belo w, this package may contain additional software (see
product box for details*) and optional items such as promotiona l offers.
1 . Ex ter nal DVD Recor der
2. Quick Setup Map
3. Quick Install Guide
4. Software Installation CD
5. AC Power Cord and Adapter
6. One USB 1.1/2.0 Cable
7.
One IEEE-1394/iLink/Fir
eW
ir
e Cable
8. One Blank DVD+R Disc
9 .
Late Breaking News
(if applicable)
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* Specific ations are subject to change without notice
1.3. Double-Layer Recording
The new Double-Layer discs allow for 80 percent m ore
recording capacity than current single layer discs delivering
8.5GB of data versus the standard 4.7GB DVD capacity.
Lo nger co ntinuous recording makes Double-Layer DVDs
ideal for recording movies, music and sporting events.
High-capacity double layer DVDs are also an ideal back-
up and storage medium for data files.
Double-Layer DVD+R9 discs r
ecor
d at 2.4x speed and r
equire a double layer burner (such as
thi s dri ve) for recording. However, they are playback-compatible with most standard comput er
and home DVD players on the market because they conform t o the D VD9 com mercial standard.
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