Playing Dvds - Sony VGC-RC204 User Manual

User Guide
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Your computer uses a software-based decoder to play Blu-ray discs. This means Blu-ray disc playback generates a certain
amount of load on your hardware resources and may make some operations and/or functions unavailable. Additionally,
depending on your hardware specifications including the CPU performance, you may find sound interruptions and/or dropped
frames during Blu-ray disc playback.
Writing CDs, DVDs & BDs
To achieve optimum performance when writing data on to disc (also called 'burning'), follow these recommendations:
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Only use circular discs. Do not use discs with any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the disc drive.
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Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc.
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For optimal writing speed, deactivate the screensaver before writing data to a disc.
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Memory-resident disc utilities may cause unstable operation or data loss. Deactivate these utilities before writing data to a disc.
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When using a software application to burn discs, make sure you exit and close all other applications.
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Never touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors.
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Never put stickers on discs. This will affect the use of the disc irreparably.

Playing DVDs

To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you should follow these recommendations:
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Close all open applications before playing a DVD movie.
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You can play DVDs with the software WinDVD.
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Do not switch power saving modes while playing a DVD.
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Do not use utility applications to speed up the access of discs, because they may cause the system to become unstable.
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Make sure that the screensaver is deactivated.
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