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- Page 1 PortaDVD User’s Manual 8X DVD 24X CD-ROM ®...
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Page 3: Fcc Radio Frequency Interference Regulations
Washington, D.C. 20402, stock number 004-000-00345-4. The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by TEAC America, Inc. could void the user’s warranty. Copyright and Trademark Information © Copyright 2001 TEAC America, Inc. All rights reserved. -
Page 4: Safety Information
Safety Information The TEAC PortaDVD uses an invisible laser beam that can damage your vision if you stare directly into it or view it with optical instruments when the disc tray is extended. Avoid direct visual contact with the laser beam. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Unpacking Your PortaDVD ........ -
Page 6: List Of Figures
Figure 24. Inserting a Disc ..........19 TEAC PortaDVD User’s Manual... -
Page 7: Introduction
IBM PC/AT compatible portable computers that utilize PCMCIA card technology. The slim design of the TEAC PortaDVD makes it ideal for portable use. The integrated rechargeable battery provides drive power when the AC adapter is disconnected from the drive. -
Page 8: Unpacking Your Portadvd
Unpacking Your PortaDVD Your TEAC PortaDVD and accessories are packaged in a sturdy shipping container. Please verify that the following items are included in the package (see Figure 1). If an item is missing, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the drive. -
Page 9: Power Sources/Battery
This section provides information on the power sources available to the PortaDVD, including the battery and the AC adapter. Power Sources The PortaDVD drive does not have an On/Off switch. It is ready for operation when connected to the computer under one of these power sources:... -
Page 10: Front And Right Panels
Press firmly to partially extend the disc tray. Power supply selection switch: Use this switch to set the power source for the PortaDVD drive. Refer to “Power Sources/Battery” on page 3. Line out audio/ headphone jack: You can connect headphones or external speakers to this 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack. - Page 11 Interface connector: Connect the plug end of the provided PCMCIA interface cable to this connector. (See “Connecting the PortaDVD” on page 6 for more information.) Power LED: This LED indicates the power state of the PortaDVD. AC Adapter Drive Battery...
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Page 12: Connecting The Portadvd
Connecting the PortaDVD This section explains how to connect the PortaDVD to an IBM PC or compatible portable computer that utilizes The procedure begins by connecting the appropriate cables to the Por- taDVD. Please read the following instructions thoroughly; the installa- tion procedure varies depending on the operating system you are using. -
Page 13: Detecting The Pcmcia Card
Detecting the PCMCIA Card Before you can operate the PortaDVD, you must: make sure Windows recognizes the install device driver software on your computer’s hard disk. To determine whether Windows recognizes the computer, follow these steps, which may vary slightly with your version of Windows. - Page 14 PCMCIA Card Wizard. (See “Installing the PCMCIA Card Using the Windows PC Card Wizard” on page 9.) If the TEAC PCMCIA/IDE card is recognized by the system, proceed to “Installing the PortaDVD Driver Using the Windows Wizard” on page 11.
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Page 15: Installing The Pcmcia Card Using The Windows Pc Card Wizard
Simply follow the dialog presented. Click the button. Next The system displays the following panel. TEAC PortaDVD User’s Manual Control Panel button, and select Settings-->Control Panel PC Card (PCMCIA) Welcome to the PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard Figure 7. -
Page 16: Figure 8. Pc Card Wizard
Finish The system displays the following panel: Figure 9. System Settings Change Click the button to shut down the computer. The system shuts down the computer. Power on the computer. Figure 8. PC Card Wizard TEAC PortaDVD User’s Manual... -
Page 17: Installing The Portadvd Driver Using The Windows Wizard
Insert the PCMCIA card into the PCMCIA card slot in your laptop computer. The other end of the card/cable should already be connected to the interface connector on the PortaDVD. (For more information, see “Connecting the PortaDVD” on page 6.) The system displays the initial Figure 10. -
Page 18: Figure 11. Add New Hardware Wizard
The system displays the following indicating that Windows has located the driver: Add New Hardware Wizard option, then click the Add New Hardware Wizard Wizard option, then click the Add New Hardware Wizard TEAC PortaDVD User’s Manual panel, button. Next panel, diskette in but-... -
Page 19: Figure 13. Add New Hardware Wizard
Remove the floppy diskette and restart the computer. After you restart the computer, the system will assign a new drive letter and icon to the PortaDVD drive. 10. To fully utilize the drive, you should now install DVDExpress software (see page 14). -
Page 20: Installing And Using Dvdexpress
Installing and Using DVDExpress DVDExpress is full-featured multimedia control software that enables you to play DVD movies on your TEAC PortaDVD. You can play, pause, rewind, and fast forward DVD movies. DVDExpress also features several advanced controls, such as Volume, Camera Angle and Subtitles. -
Page 21: Figure 17. Installing Dvd Express (1)
Please read the Software Licensing Agreement terms, click the ton.) The system displays the on page 16). TEAC PortaDVD User’s Manual button. Software Licensing Agreement . If you agree to its button. (If you do not agree, click the Choose Destination Location... -
Page 22: Figure 19. Installing Dvd Express (3)
Next and specify a location you prefer. The system displays installation progress panels (Figure 20), followed by a “setup complete” panel (Figure 21 on page 17). Figure 20. Installing DVD Express (4) Browse TEAC PortaDVD User’s Manual... -
Page 23: Starting Dvdexpress
The installation is complete. Starting DVDExpress To launch DVDExpress, select: Start-->Programs-->Mediamatics DVDExpress-->Mediamatics DVDPlayer. The system displays the page 14). Click the question mark icon to access tional information. TEAC PortaDVD User’s Manual Control Panel (Figure 16 on DVDExpress DVDExpress Help for opera-... -
Page 24: Handling Discs
Loading and Ejecting Discs This section explains how to load and eject discs from the PortaDVD. Loading a Disc Press the Open/Eject button on the front panel. The PortaDVD partially extends the disc tray. Grasp the front bezel and slide the tray fully open. -
Page 25: Ejecting A Disc
To eject a disc, first make sure the disc has stopped spinning. Then press the Open/Eject The PortaDVD partially extends the disc tray. Grasp the front bezel and slide the tray fully open. Carefully remove the disc. You may need to press a finger on the spindle or chassis to stabilize the drive. -
Page 26: Specifications
Specifications TEAC PortaDVD User’s Manual... -
Page 27: Technical Support
Technical Support For technical support, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the drive or the TEAC Service and Support Center nearest you: North America: TEAC America, Inc. (USA) Technical Support Telephone: (323) 727-4860 Fax: (323) 869-8751 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 pm http://www.teac.com/dspd...
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