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Portable DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive
Operating Instructions
Model No.
KXL-CB30AU
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.
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Introduction Overview For correct operation of this drive with a computer, it is necessary to follow the steps below. @@@@@@@@e? @@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@ @e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@ @@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e?@@@@@@@@?e@@@@@@@@e
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Introduction Features *1 Maximum 24X CD-R writing and 16X CD-RW writing performance *2 Compatible with USB2.0 interface Buffer Under Run protection ( ) incorporated *3 Supports DVD-RAM/-R/-RW playback Includes B.H.A Writing Software *4 Includes InterVideo DVD-Video Playback Software *1 16X writing may not be supported except recommended Discs. *2 The performance of this drive connected via a USB hub is not guaranteed. For USB1.1 interface, writing and reading speeds are a
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Introduction Accessories Make sure that the following accessories are included with the drive. If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately. AC adaptor USB cable (Made in China) (Made in Philippines) (KX-WZ712) AC cord Operating Instructions Setup Guide CD-ROM AB’s Recorder GOLD5 BASIC AB’s CLiP 5 AWinDVD 4 ADriver Software Serial No. on case * With a disc case. The illustrations above may differ in detail from the accessories included with this product. (The contents of the accesso
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Introduction Preparation Operation For Your Reference Table of Contents Overview ....................................................................................................2 Features .....................................................................................................3 Accessories ................................................................................................4 Important Safety Notice........................................................................
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Introduction Important Safety Notice For U.S.A. 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 residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
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Introduction LASER Product Class 1 LASER Product 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 radiation exposure. As the laser beam in this drive is harmful to the eyes, do not open covers and do not repair yourself. Refer servici
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Introduction Important Safety 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 adaptor may cause electric shock, short and fire. For cord and plug repairing, contact a service office. B Use only AC 120V. Make sure AC outlet or cords
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Introduction Important 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 unplug AC cord from outlet. B Do not touch metallic parts of drive, AC adaptor or AC cord when there is lightning. It may cause electric shock. B Do not move
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Introduction Operating Precautions Location 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. Usage Do not use other USB cables Do not bring magnets or magnetic except for the supplied one. objects near drive. (Operation may It may cause a drive or computer become unstable due to the effects breakdown. of the magnetism.) Do not place drive where it is Do not insert
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Introduction Operating Precautions General Information Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. herewith declares that it will not be liable for any loss of data or any other damage, whether direct or indirect, caused by the operation or malfunctioning of this product. Back up important data to protect it from possible loss. 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 CDs”, the performanc
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Introduction Compatible Discs The discs bearing the logos shown below can be used with this drive. For Reading For Reading / Writing *1 *3 DVD-Video Video CD CD-R *2 DVD-RAM CD-EXTRA DVD-R CD-DA CD-RW *3 DVD-RW CD TEXT DVD-ROM CD-ROM *4 Photo CD CD-ROM XA * Data may not be read properly depending on disc conditions such as recording quality, scratches, dirt, deformation or copy protection. *1 ALL ALL 12 DVD-Videos with Region Code or can be played back. For DVD-Videos with other Regi
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Introduction Compatible Discs Handling Discs Data may not be written correctly or data that has already been written may be damaged if these discs are not handled correctly. Incorrect handling may also damage your drive. Read carefully these instructions and the instructions that came with the disc you are using. Handling Avoid direct sunlight, high Do not write or adhere labels on temperature and humidity. the disc except for on the label Disc may be damaged or become side. Fingerprints, di
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Introduction Compatible Discs Using TYPE2 / TYPE4 DVD-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.] To remove a disc from TYPE2 cartridge 1 Break and remove the locking pin 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
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Introduction Compatible Discs To remove a disc from TYPE4 cartridge 1 Break and remove the two 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 horizontally, taking care not to soil or damage the disc. When storing a disc BMatch the side A of the disc with the side A of the cartridge and insert fully. BCheck the setting of the write-protect switch after closing the co
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Introduction Parts and Functions Front/Top/Right View Disc Cover POWER/BUSY Indicator (green) (see p.33) B lit : When the drive is on. B blinks : When data is being read from media. WRITE Indicator (amber) B lit : When data is being written to media. *While SmoothLink function is working, WRITE Indicator blinks or Open Button [OPEN] goes out occasionally. (see p.33) Power Switch [POWER ] Lens Protection Sheet Cautions: BBe sure to remove the Lens Protection Sheet before use. BTo open the
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Introduction Parts and Functions Rear/Bottom View Lock Release Lever (see p.35) Mode Switches Initial setting: Set all Mode Switches to OFF when the drive is in use. DC Input Terminal [DC IN 6 V ] USB Connector [I/F] (see p.30) 17
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Preparation System Requirements *1 Computers BIBM PC / AT compatible computer BWindows® XP BWindows Me Windows OSs BWindows 2000 BWindows 98SE When Visual Application (Video Playback Software) is used : Pentium® 400 MHz or higher CPU (Pentium® 700 MHz or higher recommended) 64 MB or more (128 MB or more recommended) Memory (For Windows XP, 128 MB or more recommended) Hard disk 20 MB or more *2 space 1024 x 768 pixels or higher 24-bit color Display Direct X compatible (Direct X 8.1 or later)
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Preparation Setup Your Computer Supplied Software 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. Driver Software 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 necessary to install this driver first. BInstall the USB Driver from the CD-ROM. Notes: BFor Windows Me, this drive can be
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Preparation Setup Your Computer Operating Procedures Reference page Checking OS Windows XP Windows 2000 Windows Me Windows 98SE 21 Checking / Preparing USB 22 *1 Installing USB Driver *1 From floppy disk 24 *2 From CD-ROM 1 Connect the drive to the computer 30 2 Insert the CD-ROM into the drive 33 3 Install USB Driver from the CD-ROM 24 *1 Installing UDF Reader *1 From floppy disk 27 *2 From CD-ROM 1 Connect the drive to the computer 30 2 Insert the CD-ROM into the drive 33 3 Install UDF R
