Sony DR-U530A Product Information

Introduction
This product offers the following features. Readable discs:
• DVD-Video, DVD-ROM
An internal DVD/CD RW drive with • CD-ROM
ATAPI (EIDE) interface for PCs. • Audio CD
Writable discs:
Features
• DVD+R/+RW
buffer under-run errors.
• DVD-R/-RW
• CD-R/-RW •

System Requirements

This DVD/CD RW drive can be used in
CAUTION
systems with the following capabilities.
• The above system requirements are given as minimum
requirements for a system on which basic writing
CPU: Pentium II 400 MHz (with MyDVD: performance to supported CDs/DVDs can be obtained.
In actual use, the requirements for the writing software
Pentium III 800 MHz) or higher.
and other supplied software also have to be taken into
For stable writing performance at high
consideration. (Normally, these requirements are be
speeds, the CPU speed should be
higher than the above specifications.) Refer to your
considerably higher than the above software user's guides for details.
minimum requirement. Therefore, a • The drive cannot be assured to operate properly if
connected to an ATAPI interface adapter card (we
Pentium III/800 MHz or higher is
cannot guarantee compatibility or offer user support).
recommended.
• Writing speed may automatically be adjusted
PC/AT-compatible PC
depending on the disc, specified speed, or disc
OS:
conditions such as weight imbalance and eccentricity.
Windows 2000 Professional
• Writing on CD-R/-RW discs at 1 and 2 speed is not
supported. Also, this drive does not support
(Windows 2000),
CD-R/-RW that only support 1 and 2 speeds.
Windows XP Home Edition or
• Appropriate discs are needed when writing at 8
Windows XP Professional
speed to DVD+R, 4 speed to DVD+RW/+R/-R, 10
(Windows XP)
speed or faster to CD-RW, and 2 speed to DVD-RW.
At least 128 MB RAM
(with Windows XP: 256 MB RAM)
1 GB (with MyDVD: 10 GB) free hard
disk space
One available EIDE (ATAPI) interface
connection with DMA capability
One empty 5-inch half-height drive bay
One available internal +12 V/+5 V power
connector

Package Contents

Please verify that the package includes the following accessories with the drive when
unpacking.
If any of these items appears to be missing or damaged, please contact your supplier.
• DVD/CD RW Drive Unit • 40-pin ATAPI (IDE) Flat Cable
• Screws ( 4) • Software Quick Start Guide
• Quick Start Guide • Software Disc (DVD-ROM)
• Product Information (this document) • Warranty Card
CAUTION
• Some of the parts included with this drive are very small and therefore constitute a choking hazard. Take care to
place the drive and supplied parts out of the reach of small children.
• To guard against possible loss or damage, be sure to make a backup copy of the provided software disc on a DVD+R
disc or other media. The software disc is not sold separately.
Please Record Responsibly
Before copying anything onto a disc, please be sure that you are not violating copyright
laws. Most software companies allow you to make a backup or archive copy of software.
Check your software's license agreement for details.
DVD-Video Playback and Region Codes
The playback of DVD-Video (DVD discs) is
protected and controlled by a region code
setting*.
* Region Playback Control standard (RPC standard)
to prevent
DVD-Video Playback and Region Codes with the DRU-530A
includes
With the DRU-530A, the region code can be
set up to five times, including the initial
assignment (RPC phase 2 standard). The
DVD-Video playback software sets the
DRU-530A region code.
Important
After setting the region code five times (including the
initial setting), the setting becomes permanent and can
no longer be changed. From this point on, you are only
able to play back DVD-Video discs whose region code
matches the one set the fifth time.

Main Specifications

Compatible discs Read (max.)
DVD+R 8 -CAV
DVD+R 4 8 -CAV
( )
DVD+R 8 8 -CAV
( )
DVD+RW 8 -CAV
DVD+RW 4 8 -CAV
( )
DVD-R 8 -CAV
DVD-R 4 8 -CAV
( )
DVD-RW 8 -CAV
DVD-RW 2 8 -CAV
( )
DVD-ROM 12 -CAV
DVD-Video 12 -CAV
CD-R 40 -CAV
CD-RW 40 -CAV
CD-RW 40 -CAV
(High Speed)
CD-RW 40 -CAV
(Ultra Speed)
CD-ROM 40 -CAV
CD-DA 1)
CD-DA 40 -CAV
(DAE)
Disc diameter
DVD: 12 cm
8 cm
CD : 12 cm
8 cm
1) This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the
Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs
encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed
by some record companies. Please be aware that among those
discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard
and may not be playable by this product.
When you use this unit as an audio CD player, use compact
discs with the following mark.
Writing systems
DVD
Random write
Sequential write
CD
Track-at-once
Disc-at-once
Session-at-once
Packet writing
In order for the DVD/CD RW drive to play
back DVD-Video disc, the region code on
the DVD disc, the region code of the DVD/
CD RW drive, and the region code of the
DVD-Video software must all match.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to make unauthorized changes to the
region code. Any problems resulting from doing so are
not covered by the warranty.
Points to Consider when Playing
DVD-Video Discs
DVD-Video disc playback conditions are
sometimes determined by software
manufacturers. Because the DRU-530A
plays back discs as determined by software
manufacturers, some drive functions may not
always perform as expected. When playing
back DVD-Video discs, refer to the
instructions accompanying each disc.
Write (max.) Drive
2.4
Maximum data transfer rate
4
2)
DVD: 21.6 MB/s (12 speed )
8 -ZCLV
CD : 6.0 MB/s (40 speed 2) )
2.4
Access time
4
Average random stroke
1
Approx. 200 ms (DVD)
4
Approx. 160 ms (CD)
1
2)
Maximum data transfer rate depends on the
2
capabilities of the host PC
—
—
Buffer under-run error protection
40 -CAV
4
12
24 -PCAV
Operating environment
—
Operating temperature
4 —
5 to 40 ºC
—
Power and miscellaneous
a a
DC +5 V 2.0 A max.
a
—
DC +12 V 2.0 A max.
a a
Size
a
—
Approx. 146 41.7 183 mm (W H D)
(excluding front panel)
Weight
Approx. 0.9 kg (drive only)
Interface
Drive interface
ATAPI (EIDE) compliant
Buffer capacity
2 MB
Drive inquiry serial number
S O N Y D V D R W D R U - 5 3 0 A
Please note that specifications and
appearance may be subject to change
without notice.
DVD/CD
Rewritable Drive
Product Information
Included Documents
Quick Start Guide Software Quick Start Guide
Electronic manual on Warranty card
the software disc
Product Information
(this document)
DRU-530A
2003 Sony Corporation Printed in China
English
Please refer to this manual together with the "ATAPI Interface Drive User's Guide" in the attached Software
Disc, which carries more detailed information.
Français
Reportez-vous au présent manuel ainsi qu'au document intitulé "Lecteur d'interface ATAPI - Guide de
l'utilisateur" contenu sur le disque du logiciel accompagnant ce produit pour plus de détails.
Deutsch
Einzelheiten entnehmen Sie bitte diesem Handbuch sowie der "Laufwerk mit ATAPI-Schnittstelle -
Anwenderanleitung" auf der mitgelieferten Software-Disc.
Español
Consulte este manual junto con la "Unidad de interfaz ATAPI - Guía del usuario" del disco de software
suministrado, que contiene información más detallada.
Italiano
Fare riferimento al presente manuale insieme a "Guida dell'utilizzatore dell'unità disco con interfaccia ATAPI"
nel disco del software allegato, nel quale sono contenute informazioni più dettagliate.
Português
Consulte este manual juntamente com o "Guia do Utilizador do Drive de Interface ATAPI" incluído no disco
de software fornecido, para obter informações mais detalhadas.
Nederlands
Raadpleeg deze handleiding alsook de "ATAPI Station-interface -Gebruikershandleiding" op de bijgevoegde
Software Disc, die meer gedetaileerde informatie bevat.
Svenska
Förutom denna bruksanvisning finns mer information i "Brukanvisning för enhet med ATAPI gränssnitt" på
den medföljande programskivan.
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