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CAUTION : The laser used in the CD-R/RW drive can damage your eyes.
Do not attempt to open the cover.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back).
No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Use of controls or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture

Industry Canada requirement

This class B
digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le
materiel brouilleur du Canada.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

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
particular installation.
not occur in a

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio

reception, or television
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.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an Authorized Service Center for help.

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FCC WARNING

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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This CD-R/RW Drive is for use only with UL listed personal computers that have installa-

tion instructions detailing user-installation of card cage accessory.

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This product is manufactured to comply with the radio interference requirements of
EEC DIRECTIVE 89/336/EEC, 93/68/EEC and 73/23/EEC.

CAUTION -

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

VARNING-OSYNLIG LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNAD STRALEN AR

FARLIG.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

This unit uses CD-ROM discs with the following mark

When you use this unit as a CD player, use compact

discs with the following mark

This unit uses CD-R discs with the following mark.

This unit uses CD-RW discs with the following mark.

ReWritable

This unit uses High Speed CD-RW discs with the

following mark ReWritable HighSped

This unit uses Ultra Speed CD-RW discs with the

following mark. ReWritable UltraSped

WARNING: Only CD-RW drivers bearing the logo Compact Disc ReWritable Ultra Speed can

write or erase Ultra Speed CD-RW media.

Ultra Speed CD-RW Media may be recognized by the same Compact Disc ReWritable Ultra
Speed logo on the disc label or packaging material.

Attempted writes to Ultra Speed CD-RW media using CD-RW drives NOT bearing the logo
Compact Disc ReWritable Ultra Speed may result in data loss.

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 Contents

Introduction Features........................................2

ImportantPrecautions.............................3
SystemEnvironment..............................4
LocationandFunctionofControls...................5

Installation InstallingtheDrive...............................6
DeviceDrivers..................................11

Operation HowtoUsetheDiscs............................12

Appendix Troubleshooting.................................13
Specifications..................................14

PC DOS is a trademark of IBM Inc.

MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows 95 are trademarks registered in

the United States and other countries by the Microsoft Corporation.
The company names and product names written in this manual are
trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.
 Thank you for Features
purchasingthis
CD-R/RW ?
Enhanced-IDE (ATAPI) interface.
Drive. ?
Power tray loading and ejection of disc. (The disc can also be

ejected manually.)
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The recorded CD-RW media can be played in a DVD player or a

multiread CD-ROM Player, maintaining future compatibility

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Supports Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP & NT 4.0.
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Automatic buffer underrun error prevention technology-Super Link
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48X Writing (CD-R),
max 24X max Rewriting (CD-RW), and 48X max
reading(CD-ROM)*.
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Writing speed depends on capabilities of discs.

For Ultra speed write/rewrite, you should use media labelled Ultra

Speed Writable/ReWritable discs.

CAV technology & Optimum Write Speed control

This drive isequipped with CAV
technology, so the CD-R write speed can
change in the range of 22X 48X max according to the type of the disc.
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In this optimum write control system, the drive automatically selects the
best recording speed for the inserted media.

Package Items
Item Quantity
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Internal CD-R/RW Drive 1

CD Recording Software 1

E-IDE (ATAPI) cable 1

Audio Cable 1

Mounting Screws 4

Manual for CD-R/RW Drive 1

Manual for CD Recording Software 1

 Important Precautions
Follow these precautions when handling the drive or discs.

Precautions ?
Please take notice that the manufacturer of this equipment does not
offer any warranty against data loss due to inappropriate installation
or handling or direct or indirect damages.
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Please take notice that the manufacturer will bear no responsibility for
direct or indirect damages caused by the use of this product or its
malfunction.
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Please take notice that the manufacturer will bear no responsibility for

damage to data caused by this product.

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Please backup (copy) all important data as protection against data
loss.

Installation
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Avoid placing the drive in a location subject to:
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high humidity
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high temperature
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excessive dust
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mechanical vibration
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direct sunlight
We recommend using the drive in a horizontal or vertical position.
Do not install the drive at an angle.

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Don't move the drive suddenly from a cold place to a warm one
Operation
or raise the room temperature suddenly. Condensation may occur,

causing abnormal operation.

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Make sure to the disc before moving the drive.
remove

The disc may be damaged, causing data loss.

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Be careful to prevent foreign objects, such as liquids or metal, from

entering the drive. In case a foreign object enters the drive, please
consult the dealer where the drive was purchased.
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Don't interrupt the electric power while the drive is operating.
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When connecting two IDE devices to the Primary or Secondary

connectors, make sure that the two devices are not configured as
both Master, or both Slave. If they are both set the same, Windows

may fail to run or recognize the drives.

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The total length of the IDE cable should be no more than 18 inches

(about 45 cm).
 System Environment
Computer This unit can be operated in the system environment explained here.

CPU 350MHz (or faster) Pentium (for high speed,

System
500MHz or faster recommended)
requirements
Memory Windows 95/98/ME : 64MB or greater.
Windows NT Workstation Ver. 4.0: 64MB or

greater (128MB recommended)

or over

Windows 2000/XP: 128MB or greater(256MB or

over recommended)

Hard disk 650MB or more free space.

(The free space needed for writing depends on

the quantity of data.)

Interface Enhanced-IDE interface (as Primary Slave,

Secondary Master or Slave)
Drive bay 5.25-inch half-height bay required
Power +5V/+12V power socket required
Software OS Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP, Windows NT
Required
Workstation Ver.4.0 or later

CD-R, CD-RW discs CD-R : LG, Ricoh, Mitsubishi Chemical, Taiyo

Yuden, Fuji Film, CMC, Mitsui or SKC discs are

recommended. (For 48X: CMC, SKC, Ritek,

Mitsubishi Chemical, Fuji Film, Ricoh, Daxon, Mitsui)
CD-RW : Ricoh, Mitsubishi chemical, TDK, Fuji
Film, Sony discs are recommended.

Occasionally the CD-R and CD-RW discs written by the CD-R/RW

drive cannot be read by other CD drives*.
These unreadable discs may need to be read using the CD-R/RW
drive on that did the original writing.
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The disc written using the CD-R/RW drive might not be readable by CD-ROM

drives other than Multi-read compatible (UDF compatible) CD-ROM drives.

Multiread compatible (UDF compatible) CD-ROM drives are:

1. CD-ROM drives that can read low reflectance.

2. CD-ROM drives that support Packet Write.

Software Install the supplied CD Recording Software before using this unit.
DirectCDTM v2.5b(s) Introduction

Location and Function of Controls

Front Panel

12 3 4

1. Headphone Jack
2. Volume Control
3. Emergency Eject Hole
4. Stop/Eject Button
5. Disc Tray
6. Drive activity indicator (Read/Write)

Rear Panel

POWER
GND +12
+5
INTERFAC E
1
2
ANALOG
DIGITAL AUDIO 39
40
AUDIO CSM
RGL SLA
DG

123 4 5

1. Digital Audio Output Connector

2. Analog Audio Output Connector
3. Jumper Connector
This jumper determines whether the drive is configured as a master or slave.

Changing the master-slave configuration takes effect after power-on reset.

4. IDE Interface Connector
Connect to the IDE (Integrated Device Electronics) Interface using a 40-pin flat IDE
cable.
NOTE : Do not connect or disconnect the cable when the power is on, as this could
cause a short circuit and damage the system. Always turn the power OFF when

connecting or disconnecting the cable.

5. Power Connector

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DirectCDTM v2.5b(s) Installation

Installing the Drive

Before Before installing the drive, please note the following points.
You will need the following:
Installation
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A screw driver of a suitable size to fit the securing screws

for the drive unit.

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The manual for the computer, so you can find the mounting
positions for the IDE controller cable.

Turn off all peripheral appliances of the computer and the computer
itself, and disconnect their power cords from the wall sockets.

Discharge any static electricity on your person by touching the

computer covers, etc.

Removing the Make sure all peripheral devices of the computer and the computer itself
are turned off, and then remove the cover. Refer to the manual for the
Computer
Cover computer for details about removing the cover.

NOTE : There may be sharp edges inside the computer so take care to

avoid injury.

Mounting the 1. Remove the 51/4 drive bay panel from the computer. Refer to the

manual for the computer for details.

Drive
2. Insert the drive unit into the bay. Do not apply excessive pressure to
the cables inside the computer.
3. Secure the drive with the screws provided. If there is not enough
space behind the drive, connect the IDE and other cables before

securing the drive.

READ
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RTE

READ WRI
TE

NOTE : This is a general installation guide. If your PC hardware appears

different, please consult your hardware manual for installing peripheral

devices.

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DirectCDTM v2.5b(s) Installation

Before installation, set the jumper on the jumper connector on the rear
Jumper Setup
panel.
The drive can be connected as the Master or Slave on an EIDE (ATAPI)
interface. When several (up to four) EIDE devices are connected, each
must be set in a unique way. Specific knowledge of hardware and
software is necessary to install the drive.

NOTE : If two peripheral devices with the same settings are both con-
nected to the Primary or to the Secondary EIDE bus, the host computer
may fail to run or may malfunction. Careful attention is necessary.

CS: Cable Select (CSEL)

SL: Slave
POWER
GND +12
+5

MA: Master
1
I NTERFACE 2
ANALOG
DIGITAL AUDIO 39

AUDIO 40
RGL
CSM
SLA
DG

UDIO
CSM
GL 39
SLA 40

NOTE : Only one jumper should be installed on the jumper connector.

If more than one jumper is installed, the drive may malfunction or be

damaged.
Master/Slave setting is determined by jumper installation on the Jumper
Connector. The following table shows the possible jumper settings.
C S M
Name Function S L A

MA Drive set as Master

(Master)

SL Drive set as Slave

(Slave)
CS Drive mode set by CSEL on the
(Cable Select) host IDE interface

If you use CSEL setting, the MASTER/SLAVE setting will be made

automatically, depending on the hardware configuration.

For details refer to the manual of your computer.

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DirectCDTM v2.5b(s) Installation

The CD-R/RW drive connects to the motherboard of the host computer

PC Connection
using an IDE interface cable. You may connect the CD-R/RW Drive as a

Slave or Master device, depending on your computer.

To Install as a To install the drive as a Master, the jumper can be left as supplied from

Master Drive the factory.

Master drive Master drive
(Booting hard disk) (CD-R/RW drive)
(Jumper left as
DIGITL
AUDIO
G
DR
AUDIO
GL
ANALOG

CSM
MAster)
SLA
39 INTERFACE
40
POWER
1 +5 GND
2
+12

Motherboard

Primary Secondary
connector connector

-OR-

Master drive
(Booting hard disk) Master drive
(CD-R/RW drive)
DIGITAL
AUDIO
G
DR
ANALOG
AUDIO
GL
CSM
SLA 39
40
INTERFACE
1
POWER
+5
GND +12
(Jumper left as
2

MAster)
DIGITAL
AUDIO ANLOG
AUDIO
G
DR GL
CS E
SL

1
POWER
+5 GND
+2
2

Slave drive
(Other IDE drive)

Secondary
Primary connector
connector

NOTE : A hard disk is normally installed as the Primary Master on the

EIDE (ATAPI) interface. Other EIDE peripheral devices such as hard
drives and CD-ROMs are then set differently.

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DirectCDTM v2.5b(s) Installation

To Install as a To install the drive as a Slave, change the jumper setting on the rear

panel to SL.
Slave Drive
Master drive
(Booting hard disk)
DIGITAL

AUDIO ANLOG
AUDIO
DG
R
GL
CSL E
POWER
1 5

2
GND +12

Slave drive
(CD-R/RW drive)
(Jumper set to
SLave)

-OR-

Master drive Master drive

(Booting hard disk) (Other IDE drive)
DIGITAL
AUDIO ANALOG
AUDIO
G
DR GL
CSM 39
INTERFACE
SLA
POWER
0

1 +5

2
GND +12

DIGITAL
AUDIO ANALOG
AUDIO
Slave drive
DR
G
GL
CS E
SL
POWER
1

(CD-R/RW drive)
+5
GND
+12
2

(Jumper set to
SLave)

Secondary
connector
Primary connector

Connecting Connect the power cable from the computer's power supply to the socket
on the drive unit, fitting the connector firmly into the power in connector.
the Power
If there is no spare power cable available in the computer, you will have
Connector to purchase asplitter cable of a suitable type.

POWER

+5 GND +12

POWER
GND +12
+5
1
INTE RFACE
2
ANALOG
DIGITAL AUDIO 39
AUDIO CSM 40
RGL SLA
DG

Beveled edge up

NOTE : Improper connection may damage the drive and void the
warranty. Generally, the power connector can only fit one way.

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DirectCDTM v2.5b(s) Installation

Connect the 40-pin IDE cable to the back of the CD-R/RW Drive,
Connecting making sure the coloured (red) stripe on the IDE cable is connected to
the Interface
pin 1 on the CD-R/RW drive. Pin 1 is closest to the Power Connector.
Connector
NOTE : Generally, the IDE connector is keyed and will only fit one way.

POWER
GND +12
+5
1
INTE RFACE

Pin1
2

ANALOG
DIGITAL AUDIO
39

AUDIO CSM
40

RGL SLA
DG

Red-edge

Connecting If the computer is using a sound card, the drive is connected to the sound
card with an audio cable. The supplied analog audio cable fits most sound
the Sound
cards or one can be purchased at a local computer store.
Card
Refer to the manual for the sound card for detailed
information regarding connection.

DIGITAL ANALOG INTERFACE

POWER
AUDIO AUDIO
CSM
DG RGL 39 +5 GND +12
12
ANALOG SLA 40

DIGITAL AUDIO 39

AUDIO 40
CSM
RGL SLA
DG

marking L-R

LR

Sound card

Replacing the When the installation of the drive unit is complete, replace the computer
cover
Computer
Cover

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 Device Drivers
When using Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP or Window NT
Workstation Ver. 4.0, special device driver is required. Your system,
no

upon Power On and bootup after installing and connecting the new CD-
RW drive, will recognize and load native software drivers automatically.

The DOS and Windows 3.1 users can download the DOS Device drivers

anytime via internet.

For your information, please consult the following internet sites:

http://www.lge.com
http://www.lgeservice.com/drivers.html

For Windows In order to ensure normal drive operation, please check the following:
95/98/2000/ME/ ?
The drive is displayed in
Windows 95/98/ME :[Control Panel]-[System]-[Device Manager]-
XP Users
[CD-ROM]
Windows 2000/XP : [Control Panel]-[System]-[Hardware]-[Device
Manager]-[DVD/CD-ROM-Drive]
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32-bit isdisplayed in
[Control Panel]-[System]-[Performance]
If the drive is not recognized by your computer, please check the
following items.
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Ifan indicator is displayed on the IDE controller in [Control
Panel]-[System]-[Devices Manager]-[Hard Disk Controller], you
will need to contact your PC's manufacturer or the motherboard's
manufacturer and get the appropriate IDE controller driver.
Run Add New Hardware in Control Panel to let PC search again for
new device.

For Windows In order to ensure normal drive operation, please check to see if the
drive isdisplayed on the IDE controller in [Control Panel]-[SCSI
NT
Adapter]-[Devices]
Workstation
Ver.4.0 Users If the drive is not recognized by your computer, an indicator is

displayed on the IDE controller in [Control Panel]-[SCSI Adapter]-

[Devices], you will need to contact your PC's manufacturer or the mother-
board's manufacturer and get the appropriate IDE controller driver.
DirectCDTM v2.5b(s) Operation

How to Use the Discs

When using CD-ROM discs, CD-R discs or CD-RW discs, don't attach
any stickers or labels to the discs. Using discs with them attached not

only causes read and write errors, but data on the disc may be lost
due to damage to the disc itself.

The Discs in this unit operate at a veryhigh speed!

DO NOT usedamaged, cracked or warped discs. The drive's optical unit

may be damaged if they break.

DO NOT use non-standard discs. NON-standard discs may not play or

store data properly.

Non-standard discs are any discs that are not the standard 12 cm CD
type discs. This includes 8 cm discs, Sony WalkmanTM discs, non-circular
discs including promotional, business card discs, and other unusual
discs.

Emergency This drive has a feature that allows the CD to be ejected manually if nec-

essary in an emergency, such as failure of the drive or a power outage.

Eject NOTE: Don't this feature in
use except an emergency.

1) Turn the power to OFF.

2) Poke a fine-tipped object (such as a straightened heavy duty paper

clip) into the small hole above the eject button. The front door will
pop open and the disk tray will come partway out.
3) Pull the front door to open it all the way, then grip the disc tray
between thumb and forefinger and gently pull it straight out.

NOTE: This feature is a last measure to be used only in an emergency.

Using it excessively will cause malfunction.
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If you cannot get a good grip on the disc tray with your fingers, use a

steel binder clip or spring clamp to pull it out.

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 Troubleshooting
Before Before calling for service, check this list.
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The drive doesn't have power.
Requesting ?
Is the power supply cable from the host computer plugged in?
Service ?
Is the Power Connector to the drive securely attached?

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The system doesn't start.
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Are the Primary and Secondary connections and the Master and
Slave settings correct?
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Is the total length of the IDE cable 18 inches or less?
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Is each connector completely attached?
Movement of the PC may loosen connections.

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Cannot Read or Write Discs.
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Is the condition of everything else in the system (CPU, hard disc,
and others) as it should be? (See system environment, page 4.)
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Does the CD-R or CD-RW disc have dirt or scratches?
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Did a screen saver or other application operate while writing to the

disc?
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Is there enough free space on the CD-R/RW disc?
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Does writing fail even using the simulation test?
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Is the disc loaded in the drive with the read/write surface facing the

right direction? (label up)

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Is the drive installed in the correct orientation?
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Was the drive or disc moved from a low temperature environment to

a high temperature environment? (There is possibility of conden-

a

sation on the lens in the drive or on the surface of the disc.)

When you call for service, be prepared to give as much information as

possible of your system, environment, and the specific problem. (What
happened? When? How long? What was going on? Were there any
error messages displayed? etc.)
Specifications
Host Interface E-IDE/ATAPI
Disc diameters 12cm/8cm, standard size CD's
Supported discs Read Function: CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, Audio CD, Mixed
Mode (Audio and Data Combined), CD-I FMV, Video CD,
Photo CD (Single and Multi-Session), CD-Plus/CD-Extra,
CD-Text, CD-R, CD-RW
Write Function: CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, Audio CD, Mixed
Mode (Audio and Data Combined), CD-I FMV, Video CD,
CD-Plus/CD-Extra

Mounting direction Horizontal/Vertical

Read/Write Speed Write 24X PCAV, 32X PCAV,
(CD-R): 8X, 12X, 16X,
40X
PCAV, 48X CAV
Write (CD-RW): 4X, 10X, 12X, 16X, 24X PCAV
Read (CD): max 48X
Data transfer rate *Sustained:
Write: CD-RW: 600 KB/s (4X), 1500 KB/s (10X), 1800 KB/s (12X),
2400 KB/s
(16X), 3600 KB/s (24X) PCAV
CD-R: 1200 KB/s (8X), 1800 KB/s (12X),
2400 KB/s (16X), 3600 KB/s (24X),
4800 KB/s (32X), 6000 KB/s (40X) PCAV,
7200 KB/s (48X) CAV
Read: 3000 to 7200 KB/s (20 to 48X CAV)
*Burst (ATAPI):
16.67 MB/s (PIO Mode 4), 16.67 MB/s (Multi DMA Mode 2),
33.34 MB/s (Ultra DMA Mode 2)

Average Access time(Random) 100ms (Typical)

Buffer Capacity 2MB
MTBF 125000 power on hours (Duty cycle 10%)
Audio output level Lineoutput: 0.7 Vrms at 47 kohm
Power DC 5V, DC12V

Dimensions(WxDxH) 5.75"x7.27"x1.63" (146x184.7x41.3mm)

Weight Less than 2lbs (0.9kg)
Environmental Conditions
When operating When not operating
Temperature : 5 C to 45 C (No air cooling) -40Cto60C

Humidity : 10% to 80% R.H. 5% to 90% R.H.

(No condensation) (No condensation)

The drive's appearance and specifications may change without prior notice.
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Copyright Caution!
LG Electronics U.S.A. Inc. The disc rotates athigh speed in the drive unit.
1000 Sylvan Ave. Use of worn, damaged, or non-standard CD-ROM discs
Englewood Cliffs NJ 07632 can only adversely affect the drive and cause the disc to
U.S.A. shatter or crush while in use.
or http://www.lgeus.com Disc crush can only occur when you use a damaged

CD-ROM disc in the drive. It is an extremely rare

LG Electronics Canada Inc.
occurrence, but there are steps which can be taken to
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prevent it.

LG Electronics Deutschland GMBH Always check your discs before inserting them into
Jakob-Kaiser-Strae 12, the drive.
D-47877 Willich, Germany 1. Take care not to use worn, cracked, damaged,

warped or poor quality CD-ROMs, as this may

LG Electronics U. K. Ltd. cause damage to your drive.
LG House, 264 Bath Road, 2. Check the clear plastic on the center of the disc,
Slough Berkshire SL1 4DT
cracks here are the main cause of disc crush.
United Kingdom 3. Do not play CD-ROMs which are a non-standard
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(I.e. non-circular)shape, such as heart shaped
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discs, or discs in the shape of a business card.
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95945 ROISSY CDG CEDEXLG France How can you keep your discs from becoming
damaged?
LG Electronics Italia S.P.A. 1. When not in use, remove discs from the drive.
Centro Direzione "IL Quadrate" Via 2. Keep discs in the packaging supplied with them
Modigliani, 20090 Segrate (MI) Italy and out of direct and away from heat
sunlight
sources.
LG Electronics Espana
Complejo Europa Empressaries (Edif.Bruselas) Excessive vibration or a sudden jolt to the drive during
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operation may cause a malfunction.
Avoid exposing the drive to sudden changes in
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23, pike stRydalmere NSW 2116 temperature as it may cause condensation to collect
inside the drive.
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