Panasonic KXL-CB30AU manual

Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Portable DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive KXL-CB30AU. Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust the controls, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future use. Operating Instructions Model No. KXL-CB30A U P or table D VD-R OM & CD-R/R W Drive[...]

Introduction 2 Over vie w For correct operation of this drive with a computer, it is necessary to follow the steps below. Operating Instructions (this manual) Writing Software B Check the Windows OS installed in your computer. B Install USB Driver. B Install UDF Reader. B Connect this drive to your computer. B Check the setup. Please read carefully[...]

Introduction 3 Features ■ Maxim um 24X CD-R writing and 16X CD-R W writing *1 perf ormance ■ Compatible with USB2.0 interface *2 ■ Buffer Under Run pr otection ( ) incorporated ■ Suppor ts D VD-RAM/-R/-R W playbac k *3 ■ Inc ludes B.H.A Writing Software ■ Inc ludes InterVideo D VD-Video Playbac k Software *4 *1 16X writing may not be su[...]

Introduction 4 Accessories Make sure that the f ollowing accessories are included with the drive . If anything is missing, contact y our dealer immediately . The illustrations above may differ in detail from the accessories included with this product. (The contents of the accessories may also be changed without notice.) Please read End-user License[...]

5 Introduction Preparation Operation For Y our Ref erence T ab le of Contents Introduction Overview ....................................................................................................2 Features .....................................................................................................3 Accessories ........................[...]

Introduction 6 Impor tant Saf ety Notice Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference 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 re[...]

Introduction 7 LASER Pr oduct This drive is classified as a Class 1 LASER product and there is no hazardous LASER radiation with the safety protection. CAUTION Use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Use of control, adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radia[...]

Introduction 8 Impor tant Saf ety Instructions B To avoid damaging Power cord, power plug and AC adaptor, do not do any of the following: Scratching / Modifying / Putting them near heater / Bending / Twisting / Pulling / Placing heavy objects on them / Tying them in a bundle / Covering them with a cloth. Using damaged Power cord, power plug and AC [...]

Introduction 9 Impor tant Safety Instructions B Unplug AC cord from outlet if any of the following happen: – It is damaged. – Foreign objects get into it. – It emits smoke or odor. – It becomes excessively hot. Because fire or electric shock may be caused by continued use. If any of the above occur, immediately turn off the Power Switch and[...]

Introduction 10 Operating Precautions ■ Do not place drive where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or where the temperature will become excessively high. It may cause deformations, discoloration or breakdown. Location ■ Do not use other USB cables except for the supplied one. It may cause a drive or computer breakdown. ■ Do not place driv[...]

Introduction 11 Operating Precautions Observance of copyright Enjoy your image and audio recordings and other data for personal use. Other unauthorized use is prohibited under copyright law. For Copy Control CD (copy protected CD) ■ When using CDs that do not conform to the CD-DA (Compact Disc Digital Audio) standards, such as “ Copy Control CD[...]

Introduction 12 Compatib le Discs The discs bearing the logos shown below can be used with this drive. *1 DVD-Videos with Region Code or can be played back. For DVD-Videos with other Region Codes, it is necessary to change the Region Code settings. Region Code can be reset up to 4 times. After the Region Code has been reset for the fourth time, the[...]

Introduction 13 Compatible Discs ■ Avoid direct sunlight, high temperature and humidity. Disc may be damaged or become deformed, and data cannot be written or read properly. ■ Do not touch the recording surface. Fingerprints, dirt, dust and scratches on the recording surface of discs can affect the reading and writing of data. ■ Do not scrub [...]

Introduction 14 Compatible Discs Using TYPE2 / TYPE4 D VD-RAMs Removing a Disc from a Cartridge To remove a disc from a cartridge, follow the procedure shown below. [The discs illustrated below are Panasonic 12 cm DVD-RAMs. When using other discs, refer to instructions supplied with discs.] T o remove a disc fr om TYPE2 cartridg e 1 Break and remov[...]

Introduction 15 Compatible Discs T o remove a disc fr om TYPE4 cartridg e 1 Break and remove the tw o locking pins using a pointed object such as a ballpoint pen. 2 Open the cover of the cartridge pressing the hole located on the left side with a pointed object. 3 Remove the disc horizontall y , taking care not to soil or damage the disc. SIDE A Wh[...]

Introduction 16 P ar ts and Functions F ront/T op/Right View Cautions: B Be sure to remove the Lens Protection Sheet before use. B To open the Disc Cover, see p.35. Lens Protection Sheet POWER/BUSY Indicator (green) B lit : When the drive is on. B blinks : When data is being read from media. Disc Cover (see p.33) Open Button [OPEN] (see p.33) *Whil[...]

Introduction 17 P ar ts and Functions Mode Switches DC Input Terminal [DC IN 6 V ] USB Connector [I/F] (see p.30) Lock Release Lever (see p.35) Initial setting: Set all Mode Switches to OFF when the drive is in use. Rear/Bottom Vie w[...]

18 Preparation System Requirements *1 Use USB2.0 for writing to CD-R at 8X or higher, re-writing to CD-RW and playing back DVD-Video. The performance of this drive is not guaranteed unless the supplied USB cable is used. The performance of this drive connected via a USB hub is not guaranteed. *2 Ensure you have the contiguous hard disk space for st[...]

19 Preparation Setup Y our Computer The following software programs are included on the CD-ROM supplied with this drive. It is necessary to install the driver software to use this drive. Install the following driver software first. 1. USB Driver This is a device driver for Windows 98SE / Windows Me. If you use Windows 98SE / Windows Me, it is neces[...]

20 Preparation Setup Y our Computer Operating Pr ocedures Reference page Installing USB Driver *1 From CD-R OM *2 From flopp y disk *1 1 Connect the drive to the computer 2 Insert the CD-ROM into the drive 3 Install USB Driver from the CD-R OM Installing UDF Reader *1 From CD-R OM *2 From flopp y disk *1 1 Connect the drive to the computer 2 Insert[...]

21 Preparation Setup Y our Computer Screen examples are from Windows XP unless otherwise indicated. For other Windows OSs, follow the equivalent prompts or instructions. Confirmation of Windows V ersion Windows XP Right-clic k [My Computer] icon on the screen, then clic k [Properties]. [System Properties] window appear s on the screen. Confirm at t[...]

22 Preparation Confirmation of USB T ype If the computer is not compatible with USB2.0 and you use this drive connected to a USB port of the computer, this drive can only deliver USB1.1 performance. If you want USB 2.0 performance, it is necessary to purchase a USB2.0 interface card (see p.61). Refer to the computer manual to check which USB standa[...]

23 Preparation Setup Y our Computer ■ Using USB2.0 When computer compatible with USB2.0 is used B Windows XP The USB Driver supplied with this drive is not required. (If Windows XP Service Pack 1 has not been installed, download using Windows Update.) Go to “Connecting USB Cable” on p.30. B Windows 2000 After downloading updates from Windows [...]

24 Preparation Setup Y our Computer Installing USB Driver Caution: B Use the computer on AC power (not battery) to avoid power-down during setup. 1 Insert the floppy disk into floppy disk drive. (Refer to “ How to Make the CB30A Driver Installation Floppy Disk ” on p.45.) 2 Double-c lick [My Computer] icon on the screen, then double-c lick [A:][...]

25 Preparation Setup Y our Computer Note: B USB Driver and UDF Reader can be installed at the same time. Select both USB Driver and UDF Reader. When both have been installed at the same time, restart the computer after installation. ■ To uninstall USB Driver Follow the steps on p.24 and 25, then at step 4, click [USB Driver] and select [Uninstall[...]

26 Preparation Setup Y our Computer Using D VD-RAMs in UDF 2.0 Format To read DVD-RAMs in UDF 2.0 format, a UDF reader compatible with UDF 2.0 format is required. Install the UDF Reader included on the CD-ROM supplied with this drive. Only UDF formatted DVD-RAMs that are removable from cartridges or non- cartridge type can be used with this drive. [...]

27 Preparation Setup Y our Computer Installing UDF Reader Caution: B Use the computer on AC power (not battery) to avoid power-down during setup. 1 Insert the floppy disk into floppy disk drive. (Refer to “ How to Make the CB30A Driver Installation Floppy Disk ” on p.45.) 2 Double-c lick [My Computer] icon on the screen, then double-c lick [A:][...]

28 Preparation Setup Y our Computer Note: B It is necessary to restart the computer in order to enable the UDF Reader after installation. ■ To uninstall UDF Reader Follow the steps on p.27 and 28, then at step 4, click [UDF Reader] and select [Uninstall] on the Setup window, then click [OK]. 5 When Installation completion window appear s, click [[...]

29 Preparation Setup Y our Computer Chec king Setup 1 Connect the drive to the computer . See “ Connecting USB Cable ” on p.30. 2 Double-c lick [My Computer] icon without inserting disc. Notes: B This drive can be used when drive icons (for Windows XP) or (for other Windows OSs) is added. B If one of the above icons does not appear correctly, s[...]

30 Preparation Connecting to Computer Make sure that connection is established correctly. # Start up your computer . $ Connect the A C cord with A C adaptor , then connect to the drive. % Insert smaller plug of the supplied USB cable into drive USB Connector . & Insert bigger plug of the USB cable into a USB Connector on y our computer . The dr[...]

31 Preparation Connecting to Computer Disconnecting USB Cable Cautions: B While POWER/BUSY Indicator (green) is blinking or WRITE Indicator (amber) is lit: A Do not disconnect USB cable. A Do not disconnect AC adaptor. (It may cause data corruption or computer operation failure. If the operation becomes uncontrollable, restart or reset the computer[...]

32 Preparation Connecting to Computer ■ Windows XP (The window disappears automatically after a while.) The USB connectors can be Hot Plugged. This means the interface cable can be connected to or disconnect from the computer while it is ON. ■ Windows 2000 ■ When using the supplied USB Driver ■ When using OS standar d device driver under Wi[...]

33 Operation Inser ting a Disc # T urn on the drive . The drive is turned on/off automatically when the computer is turned on/off. $ Press the Open Button. (The Disc Cover will open by selecting [Eject] in the active application.) % Open the Disc Cover . & Place a disc onto the disc spindle. Press on the center of a disc until it locks onto the[...]

34 Operation Remo ving a Disc # T urn on the drive . The drive is turned on/off automatically when the computer is turned on/off. $ Press the Open Button. (The Disc Cover will open by selecting [Eject] in the active application.) % Open the Disc Cover . & Make sure the disc has stopped rotating. ' Remove the disc. Pressing the disc spindle[...]

35 Operation ■ Disc Co ver Loc k For ce Release If the Disc Cover will not open due to the failures occurred while writing data to a disc or during power-down, or when the drive is not turned on, the Disc Cover lock can be released manually to open the Disc Cover. # Slide the Lock Release Le ver located on the bottom. $ Open the Disc Cover . Caut[...]

36 Operation Using D VD-RAMs This drive is only compatible with non-cartridge type DVD-RAMs. To use TYPE2 or TYPE4 DVD-RAMs, remove the discs from cartridges. Caution: B Take care not to contaminate the recording surface with fingerprints, dirt, dust and scratches. Do not drop or bend discs, or adhere labels on the recording surface. Notes: B It ma[...]

37 Operation Using Other Discs ■ CD-Rs Using B ’ s Recorder GOLD5 BASIC (see p.42), data CDs and Audio CDs can be created. (Writing to CD-R with B ’ s CLiP5 is not supported on this drive.) ■ CD-R Ws After formatting a CD-RW with B ’ s CLiP5 format function (p.42), data in files can be written to the disc just like floppy disk. Also data [...]

38 Operation Bef ore Installing Applications If an earlier version of the same software or another company ’ s writing / DVD-Video playback software is installed, uninstall them before installing the software supplied with this drive. If not installed, go to next page. ■ Uninstalling Software The expression may differ depending on Windows OS ve[...]

To install WinDVD 4 39 Operation Installing Video Pla ybac k Software 1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM. (The program starts automatically and the screen shown below appears.) 2 Click [WinD VD 4]. (WinDVD 4 installer starts. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed.) 3 After installation is complete, clic k [END]. ■ WinD VD 4 InterVideo WinDVD 4 i[...]

1 16:9 LB 40 Operation Installing Video Pla yback Software Playback starts automatically after inserting a DVD-Video into the drive (when Auto Playback is ON). If not, from Task Bar, click [start], then select [All Programs] ➝ [InterVideo WinDVD 4] ➝ [InterVideo WinDVD 4]. WinDVD 4 operating panel can be used for operation just like that of a h[...]

41 Operation Installing Video Pla yback Software Many DVD-Videos (DVDs) are protected by a Region Code. Region Codes are administered separately for each region shown below. To watch a DVD-Video, the following Region Codes must be consistent with each other. B Region Code of DVD B Region Code of this drive B Region Code of DVD-Video playback softwa[...]

42 Operation Installing Writing Software ■ B ’ s Recorder GOLD5 B ASIC / B ’ s CLiP5 BHA B ’ s Recorder GOLD5 BASIC and B ’ s CLiP5 are included on the CD-ROM supplied with this drive. Install them from the CD-ROM. For installation and handling, refer to B ’ s Recorder GOLD5 BASIC and B ’ s CLiP5 PDF manuals included on the CD-ROM sup[...]

43 Operation Installing Writing Software 1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM. (The program starts automatically and the screen shown below appears.) Installing B ’ s Recor der GOLD5 BASIC / B ’ s CLiP5 Note: B If the program does not start automatically, open My Computer, double-click CD-ROM icon, then double-click [Asmenu.exe ] to start Setup Menu. 2[...]

44 Operation Installing Writing Software Using B ’ s Recor der GOLD5 BASIC / B ’ s CLiP5 Note: B Refer to B ’ s Recorder GOLD5 BASIC / B ’ s CLiP5 PDF manuals included on the CD-ROM supplied with this drive for usage of these writing software programs. To read the manuals, click [B ’ s Manual], then select the manual you require. It is ne[...]

45 For Y our Ref erence Ho w to Make the CB30A Driver Installation Floppy Disk USB Driver (included on the supplied CD-ROM) It is necessary to install USB device driver first when your computer is used Windows 98SE. This USB Driver is designed for your drive to be installed on windows 98SE only. Install this USB Driver from supplied CD-ROM or a flo[...]

46 For Y our Ref erence Maintenance Notes: B Do not use record cleaners, static protection sprays and chemicals such as benzine, thinner or alcohol. It may cause deformation or discoloration. B Use LF-K200DCA1 for cleaning the DVD-RAM discs. ■ When the outside of the drive is dir ty: Wipe with a soft cloth. ■ When the tur ntable is dirty: Wipe [...]

47 For Y our Ref erence T r oubleshooting If a problem occurs, check the following: Trouble Possible Cause & Solution Pages Drive is not recognized by computer, or does not function properly. Check that the AC adaptor is connected correctly. B AC adaptor auto protect function may be working. Disconnect AC adaptor and connect it again after few [...]

48 For Y our Ref erence T r oubleshooting Drive is not recognized by computer, or will not function properly. Check that your Windows OS supports this drive. B The drive operates under Windows 98SE / Windows 2000 / Windows Me / Windows XP. (For Windows 98SE, the USB Driver is required.) 21 Check that the driver is installed properly using Device Ma[...]

49 For Y our Ref erence T r oubleshooting DVD-RAM is not recognized. Check that the disc is UDF formatted. B Use discs formatted in UDF2.0 with a DVD video recorder, and formatted in UDF1.5 or UDF2.0 with a DVD-RAM drive. – Check whether or not a disc in UDF2.0 format is inserted. B Set up the drive (Install “ CB30A Driver ” ) to install UDF [...]

50 For Y our Ref erence T r oubleshooting Check that the drive is not running. B The Disc Cover will not open by pressing the Open Button during a write operation. Wait until writing is complete. B When using B ’ s CLiP5, right-click the indicator in Task Tray and select [Eject]. If the Disc Cover will not open by selecting [Eject], use Lock Rele[...]

51 For Y our Ref erence T r oubleshooting Check that the disc is inserted with the label side facing upward. B Insert the disc into the drive correctly. 33 Check that the disc and the drive lens are clean. B Clean them referring to “ Maintenance ” .4 6 Check whether or not there are scratches on the disc. B Use another disc to check that the dr[...]

52 For Y our Ref erence T r oubleshooting When playing a CD with this drive using CD playback software incorporated in the computer, it is necessary to enable digital playback function. Check that the digital playback is enabled. B If not, enable digital playback referring to the computer instruction manual. – Check whether or not the computer so[...]

53 For Y our Ref erence FA Q Writing to disc appears to start normally , but fails. Wh y? SmoothLink may not be functioning. Check the SmoothLink function setting in writing software and the following: B Disable suspend and resum functions. B Close resident software and other programs. If SmoothLink function is OFF, writing data to media may fail d[...]

54 For Y our Ref erence FA Q Writing fails. Why? Check that media recommended for this drive is used, and the writing speed is appropriate to the media. B Use discs (media) recommended for this drive (see p.61). B Use High Speed CD-RW for 4-10X writing and Ultra Speed CD-RW for 8X writing or higher. Why does data size change before and after writin[...]

55 For Y our Ref erence FA Q Can data be written while several writing software programs are installed? It is possible that data will not be written correctly in the following situations: B Several writing software programs are running simultaneously. (Including resident writing software.) B More than one version of the same writing software is ins[...]

56 For Y our Ref erence FA Q Drive cannot perform reading at maximum speed. Why ? ■ Reading Check that the computer is set to USB2.0. Also check that the driver is installed properly using Device Manager. (The expression may differ according to OS versions. Follow the equivalent instruction.) 1 Click [start] ➝ right-click [My Computer] ➝ sele[...]

57 For Y our Ref erence FA Q Drive cannot perform reading at maximum speed. Why ? The drive may not perform reading at maximum speed depending on the discs. B Discs that do not conform may not be read at maximum speed. Can disc (media) written with this drive be read using other drives? B CD-R/-RW Use a multi-read drive. Some CD-ROM drives may not [...]

58 For Y our Ref erence FA Q This drive cannot be recognized by writing software except f or the supplied writing software. Why? You cannot use the writing software that is not compatible with this drive. Can this drive be placed in a vertical position ? Performance in a vertical position is not guaranteed and it may cause failures. Use this drive [...]

59 For Y our Ref erence FA Q D VD-Video cannot be play ed back. Refer to the DVD-Video playback software manual or on-line help, and check the following: B When several drives are connected to the computer, this drive may not be selected. B DVD-Video cannot be played back unless Region Codes of the DVD-Video, this drive and the DVD-Video playback s[...]

60 For Y our Ref erence FA Q D VD-Video sounds and images cannot be play ed back smoothly . Why? B Whether or not DVD-Video is played back smoothly depends on the computer system performance. Refer to the DVD-Video playback software manual and on-line help, and check the following: B For USB 1.1 interface, images and sounds may be interrupted. Use [...]

61 For Y our Ref erence Recommendations ■ Recommended Discs The following recommendations are available through your local retailer. Disc Manufacturer CD-R Taiyo Yuden Co., Ltd. / RICOH Co., Ltd. / Mitsubishi Kagaku Media Co., Ltd. / Hitachi Maxell, Ltd. CD-RW RICOH Co., Ltd. / Mitsubishi Kagaku Media Co., Ltd. High Speed CD-RW RICOH Co., Ltd. / [...]

62 For Y our Ref erence Specifications During operation : 41 - 95 ° F (5 - 35 ° C) For storage : -4 - 131 ° F (-20 - 55 ° C) *1 When using a Photo CD, playback software program is required. *2 Disc capacities are for unformatted discs. Both sides of “ double sided ” discs cannot be recorded or played back simultaneously. *3 Use only non-car[...]

Windows OSs *7*8 Windows XP Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows 98SE CPU *7 Computers *6 100 MB or more (800 MB or more recommended) Hard disk space *7 When using visual application : Pentium ® 400 MHz or higher When using data application : Pentium ® 300 MHz or higher IBM PC / AT compatible computer Memory *7 When using visual application : 64 MB or[...]

64 For Y our Ref erence End-user License Agreement THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND PANASONIC. CAREFULLY READ ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT PRIOR TO OPENING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM PACKET. OPENING THE PACKET INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. If you do not agree to these terms and conditions, return the [...]

65 For Y our Ref erence End-user License Agreement 3. TERM: This license is effective until terminated. You may terminate this Agreement at any time by destroying the SOFTWARE and related documentation and all copies thereof. This license will also terminate if you fail to comply with any term or condition of this Agreement. Upon such termination, [...]

66 For Y our Ref erence Glossar y In addition to Audio data, CD-EXTRA also has CD-ROM data. Audio data is stored on the inner tracks and CD-ROM data on the outer tracks. It bears one of the following logos. BIOS Basic Input Output System. The BIOS is a fundamental part of the software that controls the floppy disk drive, hard disk drive, keyboard a[...]

67 For Y our Ref erence Glossary High Speed CD-RW 4-10X writing speed-compatible CD-RW media. High Speed CD-RW-compatible drive is required for writing. It bears logo. Installation Process of loading software programs such as device drivers into a computer. Encode or Encoding Conversion of moving image data into MPEG files that conform to DVD-Video[...]

68 For Y our Ref erence Glossary UDF format Universal Disk Format. A disc format used for packet writing and many DVDs (DVD-RAM, DVD-Video, DVD-ROM, DVD-R and DVD-RW). USB Universal Serial Bus. Industry standard for connection between computers and peripheral devices. USB2.0 High-speed USB interface established by USB-IF (USB Implementers Forum) co[...]

69 For Y our Ref erence Inde x AC adaptor ..................... 8, 9, 10, 30 AC cord ................................ 8, 9, 30 Audio CD ..................................... 37 BIOS ....................................... 55, 66 B ’ s CLiP5 .......................... 19, 42, 74 B ’ s Recorder GOLD5 BASIC ..................................... 19[...]

70 For Y our Ref erence Index UDF Format ................................. 68 UDF Reader ..................... 19, 26, 27 Ultra Speed CD-RW ......... 12, 61, 68 USB cable .............................. 30, 31 USB Connector ....................... 17, 30 USB Driver ........................ 19, 24, 45 USB1.1 ................................... 22, 56[...]

71 For Y our Ref erence Limited W arranty Panasonic Digital Document Company Unit of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Two Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094 LIMITED W ARRANTY P ANASONIC Drive This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship which occur during normal use. It does not cover failures due to damage [...]

Bending line Do not staple-please tape Please Stamp Here PANASONIC DIGITAL DOCUMENT COMPANY Two Panasonic Way, Panazip: 7D-7 Secaucus, N.J. 07094 SO THAT WE MAY HELP YOU Complete and immediately mail the Product Analysis Card. We ask that you complete the questionnaire for two reasons: 1. The US Center for Devices and Radiological Health requires t[...]

P anasonic D VD-ROM &CD-R/R W Drive Anal ysis Card Model Number: Serial Number: Device Driver Software Version: Date of Purchase: Type of Organization: (e.g. Government, Industrial, Commercial, Educational, Medical, etc.) Drive Application: (e.g. Desk top publishing, Graphics, Data Backup, etc.) Is this the first Drive system purchased/installe[...]

74 For Y our Ref erence Pr oduct Inf ormation For the applications supplied with this drive, contact software manufacturer directly . B ’ s Recor der GOLD5 BASIC / B ’ s CLiP5 B.H.A Corporation For any technical inquiries regarding B's Recorder GOLD5 BASIC/B's CLiP5, use the contacts given below. Internet Support : http://www.bhacorp.[...]

C 2003 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. Panasonic Digital Document Company Unit of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Two Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 This product is designed for use only in the country where it was purchased. T echnical Suppor t Calls FOR USERS IN UNITED STATES If you have read this manual and tried the tro[...]