Samsung SE 208DB User Manual

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Samsung Optical Disc Drive

Samsung's OMS (Optical Media

Solution) Customer Support Website

(www.samsung-ODD.com ) offers

the latest versions of frmware for

ODD products, user instructions and

product information.

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SE-208DB : Safety precautions - During Installation

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Safety precaution

During Installation

Installation

Do not install the drive on the unstable

surface.

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Do not place the drive in direct sunlight.

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Avoid very low or high temperatures.

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Avoid high humidity.

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SE-208DB : Safety precautions - During operation

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Safety precaution

During Operation

Operation

Handle the drive carefully to prevent damage

from an external shock.

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Do not drop the drive. Protect the drive from

severe shocks.

If you do not protect it, this can cause

damage to the drive.

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Do not move the drive while

in operation. Do not attempt

to open the disc tray by force.

Make sure that you close all

open applications before you

open the tray. Always use the

Eject button to open and close the tray.

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Do not insert a pin into the emergency hole while the drive is in operation.

Keep your hand away from the tray while the drive is in operation.

This can result in damage to the product or human body.

Do not use cracked, distorted or damaged

discs.

A disc with a crack can break while you use

it, especially when the crack is near the

center of the disc.

Before you use the disc, always make sure

that it does not have a crack. If the disc has a crack, we recommend to make a

copy of the disc and use the copy. When you continue to use a cracked disc, the

size of the crack will increase. This will cause irreparable damage to the disc.

Do not use low-quality discs (illegal, scratched, damaged, etc.).

If you use such discs, Samsung is not responsible for the damage that this

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can cause.

Do not put any heavy items on the drive.

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SE-208DB : Safety precautions - Others

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Safety precaution

Others

Others

Make sure that no foreign material enters the

drive casing.

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To protect against fre, do not use any

fammable liquids such as alcohol or benzene

on the drive.

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Do not disassemble, repair or modify the

device without our approval.

To reduce the risk of damage, electric shock

and fre.

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SE-208DB : Safety precautions - RoHS and WEEE

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Safety precaution

RoHS and WEEE

RoHS

Planet First logo

This logo shows consumers that Samsung develops

eco-friendly products and demonstrates Samsung’s

continuous efforts to develop eco-friendly products.

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RoHS(Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and

electronic equipment)

The RoHS, the environmental regulation announced by European Union, restricts the use

of lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE in products put on the

market in the European Union after July 1, 2006.

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WEEE

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Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic

Equipment)

(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with

separate collection systems)

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This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its

electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with

other household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the

environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, separate these items from

other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of

material resources.

Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or

their local government offce, for details of where and how they can take this item for

environmentally safe recycling.

Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the

purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial waste for

disposal.

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SE-208DB : Features - Exterior

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Features

Exterior

Front

System requirements

Recommended discs

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1. LED

2. Eject button

3. Emergency hole

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Note

Design and specifcations are subject to change without prior notice.

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1. USB interface port

Components

Slim portable DVD Writer

Quick installation guide

Application software & user manual CD

USB cable

Note

The type of accessories varies depending on a product model. Some

accessories are subject to change without notice.

Software for Macintosh not included.

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SE-208DB : Features - System requirements

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Features

System requirements

Exterior

System requirements

Item

Description

Recommended discs

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Microsoft Windows XP(SP1.0 or above) / Vista / 7

MAC OS X (10.4.6 or above)

CPU

RAM

Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or above / Atom 1.6 GHz or above

2 GB or more

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Interface

USB 2.0 / 3.0 Interface connector

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The drive will not always be able to achieve its maximum performance. This

depends on the PC system environment.

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System requirements for using the AV connectivity function

Item

Description

Linux, WinCE, Android Tablet (Honeycomb 3.1 or above with

USB Port)

Device

function

Video, photo & music fle playing function through a USB interface

USB port

current

1.4A or higher

Note

Even if the above requirements are satisfed, the function may not work on some

devices.

Using the function with a device to which an external HDD can be connected, is

recommended.

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SE-208DB : Features - Recommended discs

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Features

Recommended discs

Exterior

Recommended DVD disc types

System requirements

DVD-R Media

Recommended discs

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TAIYO-YUDEN, SONY, MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI), RITEK, CMC

DVD-RW Media

TDK, MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI), JVC, RITEK, CMC

DVD+R Media

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TAIYO-YUDEN, MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI), RITEK, CMC, PRODIS

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DVD+RW Media

MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI), RITEK, CMC

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DVD+R DL

MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI), RITEK, CMC

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DVD-R DL

MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI), TAIYO-YUDEN

DVD-RAM

MAXELL, MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI)

Recommended CD disc types

CD-R Media

TAIYO-YUDEN, MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI), RITEK, MBI, CMC

CD-RW Media

MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI), CMC

HS CD-RW Media

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MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI), CMC, MBI

US CD-RW Media

MKM(VERBATIM, MITSUBISHI)

Bufer underrun free technology

What is "buffer underrun prevention technology"?

A technology to prevent "buffer underrun" errors in which the data transmission speed is

not as fast as the data writing speed when you record data.

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SE-208DB : How to install - How to install the drive

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How to install

How to install the drive

1. Connect the necessary cable, then switch on the drive.

Connect the USB cable to the USB connector on the drive.

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2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to your PC, TV, Tablet or other devices.

Connecting to the PC

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Connecting to the TV

Connecting to the Tablet

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3. Normal operation is not guaranteed if you use a USB hub or unspecifed cables.

4. PCs, TVs and other devices with insuffcient USB bus power will not work correctly

if you use only one USB port.

To avoid this, connect the drive to 2 USB ports.

a. Y-Cable (Option)

Caution

If your computer does not have a USB connector, install a USB interface card.

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SE-208DB : How to install - How to conﬁrm the installation of the device driver

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How to install

How to confrm the installation of the device driver

How to use Device Manager to confrm

Windows 7

1. Click Start - Control Panel - System and Security - System Device Manager.

2. Click the drive in theDevice Manager window.

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Windows Vista

1. Click Start - Control Panel - System - Device Manager.

2. Click the drive in theDevice Manager window.

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Windows XP

1. Click Start - Settings - Control Panel - Performance and Maintenance.

2. Click the Administrative Tools icon in thePerformance and Maintenance window.

3. Click the Computer Management icon in theAdministrative Tools window.

4. Click Device Manager icon in theAdministrative Tools window and then click the

drive.

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Macintosh

1. Click Macintosh - More Info….

2. Click the Device Manager button.

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SE-208DB : How to install - How to conﬁrm USB 2.0 and install the USB driver

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How to install

How to confrm USB 2.0 and install the USB driver

How to confrm USB 2.0

If your PC does not have a USB 2.0 port and you want to use the drive at its highest

speed, you must install a USB 2.0 adapter card. The drive can also operate with USB 1.1,

but at a lower speed. You can check the type of USB 2.0 adapter card for your PC as

follows.

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How to install the USB driver

Windows XP/Vista/7

1. Right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop and selectProperties.

2. Click on the Hardware tab. Click the Device Manager button.

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3. Look at the Universal Serial Bus Controller entry. If a yellow exclamation point shows

next to this entry, contact the manufacturer of the USB card or PC.

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Macintosh

1. Click on About This Mac. Click onMore Info….

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2. Look at the Universal Serial Bus Controller entry. If a yellow exclamation point shows

next to this entry, contact the manufacturer of the USB card or PC.

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SE-208DB : How to install - How to remove the USB cable

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How to install

How to remove the USB cable

Warning

Do not disconnect the USB cable while the drive is in operation or the computer starts.

For Windows

This drive supports Windows Plug & Play.

To remove the USB cable:

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1. Close all active software programs.

2. Click the icon in the lower right part of the screen. See the picture.

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3. Disconnect the USB cable.

For Macintosh

This drive supports Macintosh Plug & Play.

To remove the USB cable:

1. Click the icon in the left menu. See the picture.

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2. Disconnect the USB cable.

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SE-208DB : How to install - Firmware update

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How to install

Firmware update

1. Go to www.samsung-ODD.com

2. Click Firmware on the menu bar (in the upper right corner).

3. Click Firmware Downloads. Find your drive model and start the download.

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SE-208DB : How to use - How to use the drive

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How to use

How to use the drive

Caution

Do not switch off the PC while the LED indicator blinks. Also do not disconnect the

drive.

This can cause damage to the drive.

How to use a drive that is installed horizontally

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You can use 3.15 inch or 4.72 inch (80 mm or

120 mm) discs.

The drive can only read the disc correctly if the

disc is placed inside the tray guiding line.

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Do not use the drive vertically.

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SE-208DB : How to use - How to use DVD±R/RW and other discs

Samsung Optical Disc Drive

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How to use

How to use DVD R/RW and other discs

Important

The Slim portable DVD Writer lets you write DVD±RW discs with Nero Express and

enables "packet writing" (high-speed recording) with InCD.

The drive also lets you write DVD±R discs with Nero Express.

Caution

It is illegal to make unauthorized copies of DVD or software titles. A person who

makes illegal copies can be held responsible for copyright infringement.

If you use low-quality discs, this can increase the recording time or make it

impossible to use the disc.

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You can use the drive to play Audio CD, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW and DVD-ROM discs. If

your computer recognizes the [CD-ROM] icon designated to the drive as the 'E:' drive,

insert a CD-ROM or a DVD-ROM disc and access the 'E:' drive.

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(The assigned drive letter can be different in your specifc system environment.)

You can use the drive to play commercial DVD titles:

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Most DVD titles in the market use the Dolby sound system.

It is necessary to install software that supports Dolby decoding on your PC before

you can play a DVD title with this drive.

Go to the website of Nero :http://www.nero.com

How to get commercial software that supports Dolby decoding.

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(You can also use other compliant software)

DVD Region Protection Coding (RPC)

DVD Region Protection Coding (RPC):

The RPC feature is supported on DVD players and is used with DVD-video discs (such as

movies). The motion picture industry has divided the world into different regions that

correspond to the regional markets into which the motion picture industry releases movies.

Movies worldwide have RPC codes, based on the region of the world in which they are

being sold. These RPC codes help to control and prevent pirating of new movies into other

motion picture regions before their release within those markets.

This drive supports RPC phase II. In the RPC-2 mode, users can change the local code.

RPC-2 is selected by default for this drive.

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You can change the region code up to fve times via an MPEG application.

Please contact your dealer or local SAMSUNG representative if you need to change the

local code more than fve times.

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SE-208DB : How to use - How to use AV Connectivity function

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How to use

How to use the AV Connectivity function

What does the "AV Connectivity" mean?

You can use an external type ODD such as a USB memory device by connecting it to

an AV device such as a TV or Tablet (Honeycomb 3.1 or higher).

How to use the AV Connectivity function

1. Hold down the Eject button on the ODD for 3 seconds while the ODD tray is open to

switch the ODD to AV system support mode. At this time, the LED is lit.

2. If you hold down the button again, ODD mode is toggled between AV system support

mode and general ODD mode.

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Note

This product works in ODD mode by default when the power is supplied.

The supported media fle formats are determined by whether they are supported

by the AV device.

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In AV Connectivity mode, fles cannot be saved and fles are accessed in read-

only mode.

Since the product works like an external type HDD in AV Connectivity mode, you

cannot burn a disc or play a DVD title.

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AV Connectivity works depending on whether the mode is supported by the

connected device and not like a DVD player.

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Technical information

Item

Description

Supported

formats

File formats and codecs supported by the connected device.

Supported

number of

photos

About 3000 (supports directory depth of up to 5 levels)

Supported

capacity

No limit (up to 4 GB for the size of a fle.)

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Device

4.3 GB Full Media: Approximately 2 minutes 30 seconds

(approximately 30 seconds is required for 1 GB.)

recognition time

Supported

media

CD/DVD(except DVD-RAM)

Supported disc

formats

ISO-9660/Joliet

UDF 1.02 ~ 2.5

Note

The time to recognize the device may differ depending on the number of fles and

the capacity of the media device.

Supported media types

CD/DVD types of media written in UDF or ISO are supported. (except for DVD-RAM)

The ISO and UDF formats

To understand the ISO and UDF formats, you have to understand the concept of fle

systems on storage devices.

Since ODDs only support the ISO and UDF fle systems, the data needs to be converted

to a fle system that the AV system can recognize for the data on the ODD to be used.

Note

AV System: Supports the FAT32 fle system.

File System: When an HDD, DVD/CD media or fash memory device is

connected to a computer, Windows Explorer shows the fle name, the size and

the creation date for the fles saved on the storage device, by using the

information saved on the fle system. In addition, the fle system stores the

locations of the data that make up the fles on the media.

ISO: This fle system is the most widely used fle system for ODDs. This fle

system is used when users save data onto a media in the ODD by using a disc

burning program such as NERO or ROXIO.

UDF: This is a fle system for ODD media that enables reading and writing data

onto the media such as when using an HDD or USB memory device.

For your reference, you can format a RW media in the UDF fle system by right-

clicking over the media in Windows Explorer in Windows VISTA or later.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a limit to the number or size of the fles?

Up to 3000 fles are supported and the fles from root directory up to 5 levels can be

recognized. The maximum size of a fle is just under 4 GB. There is no limit to the size of

data saved onto a single disc.

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In AV system support mode, it takes longer to recognize a disc.

It takes longer to recognize the discs as data on the ISO/UDF fle system is converted to

the FAT32 fle system for AV systems to recognize and transmit the data.

In addition, the time delay due to the conversion is determined by the number and size of

the fles saved on the disc. (Approximately 30 seconds is required for 1 GB of data.)

I have connected the ODD but there is no response.

Because the fle system conversion takes longer, if you connect a high-capacity disc, the

connected device (such as TV) will require some time to recognize the Samsung external-

type ODD (1G = approximately 30 seconds).

Note

When recognizing the ODD, the LED of the ODD blinks continuously.

I know my TV supports playing images but I cannot display my images on the TV.

The resolution of the images may not be supported by the TV or the codec (JPG, GIF,

BMP, and etc.) may not be supported by the TV. In addition, if the actual image is in a

format other than JPG such as in the BMP format, the image will not be displayed even

though the image fle extension is “JPG”.

Does the AV connectivity function allow me to connect to a device such as a TV that

only has video, photo and music playing functions?

The AV connectivity function basically enables connecting an AV device to any device to

which a USB memory device can be connected. However, the AV connectivity device may

be unable to connect to a device due to a power or compatibility problem.

PLEASE NOTE When writing to a device (such as a USB memory device or external HDD

that is connected through the USB interface) is required for some reason, the AV

connectivity function does not work.

Note

Since some AV systems have a timeout scheme for recognizing USB devices, if

recognizing a device is delayed, the process may time out and the device may not

be recognized. This may occur when the disc contains a big fle or a number of

fles.

My TV works as a Personal Video Recorder when an external-type HDD is

connected. Can I record data by connecting an external-type ODD to the TV?

Since, at present, the AV connectivity function supports reading data only, you cannot

write data to the AV connectivity device.

I cannot play a video fle on my TV.

First check if the connected TV supports playing video through a USB interface.

If the TV supports this function, check if the video format is supported by the TV.

The AV connectivity technology is only for recognizing the connected portable ODD, not

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for automatically detecting the fle format and playing the fles on the ODD. The function for

detecting and playing fles needs to be supported by the TV or digital frame.

For supported video, photo and music fle formats, refer to the user manual of the device

to be connected (e.g. the TV manual).

Can I watch commercial DVD titles on the TV by using the AV connectivity function?

To play DVD titles, you need a recorder that can decrypt the encoded DVD title. However,

since most TVs do not support this function, you cannot watch DVD titles by using the AV

connectivity function. To watch DVD titles, you have to use a DVD player or DVD playing

software that runs on a computer.

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SE-208DB : How to use - How to use the Smart Archive (Option)

Samsung Optical Disc Drive

Safety precautions Features How to install How to use How to store and clean Troubleshooting

How to use

How to use the Smart Archive (Option)

What is the "Smart Archive" function?

This technology provides a recording quality that has been optimized for storing DVDs

for a long time when saving data to archival DVDs. For an optimal recording, the write

speed is automatically selected and a recording algorithm specialized for long term

archiving is also applied. To use this function, an archival recording-compliant drive, the

relevant software and Smart Archive supported discs are required.

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How to use the Smart Archive

1. Insert the provided software CD into the PC.

2. In the Autorun window, select the "Install Nero OEM Suite"option to install the

software.

3. Launch Nero.

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4. Click Nero Express and click theStart button.

5. Click the Archival DVD button at the bottom left of the Data section on the screen.

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Caution

Check your frmware version.

If the Archival DVD button does not appear at the bottom right of the Data

section on the screen, please check the following:

The Archival DVD menu only appears when the drive and the software support

the Smart Archive Technology. (Nero version 11 or higher)

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6. Click the Add button, select the data to be recorded and click theNext button.

7. Click the Burn button to start burning the DVD.

Caution

Smart Archive recording procedure is same as Nero’s Data Burn function.

Please refer to the help information of Nero for more information.

Information about the message window that may appear during the burning

preparation or Smart Archive burning process

When a disc that does not support Smart Archive is inserted:

In the message window, you can select normal mode to proceed with a normal

recording or select Cancel Recording.

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During Smart Archive process, the following message appears in the message

window:

For stable writing, write speed is automatically selected and recording capacity is

limited to 4,117 MB.

http://www.samsungodd.com/Archive/ in Samsung ODD web site.)

Supported media information

Supported media list

JVC Archival Grade

JVC International Archive Grade

JVC Archives Pro

BifrosTec 10995 Series ('For Delivery' series only. Does NOT support 10995K, 10995B)

Recommended normal DVD-R disc (NOT support DVD+R or RW. For details, visit

Note

In case of recommened normal DVD-R, Smart Archive may provide more stable

and better recording quality than normal recording for archiving.

Supported media list will be updated without prior notice. (For details, visit

http://www.samsungodd.com/Archive/ in Samsung ODD web site.)

Media storage method

Temperature: 25 °C, Humidity: 50% (on the basis of the disc specifcations ISO10995)

Avoid radical changes of temperature or humidity.

Avoid exposure to light for a long time (especially sunlight or ultraviolet)

Use a dry-type pen for labeling.

Do not attach a sticker label.

Put the disc in a protective case and store it upright. Avoid storing it horizontally for a

long time.

Do not bend the disc.

Protect the writing surface. Do not touch or mark the surface.

Check the writing surface of the disc before recording and if there are any impurities,

wipe them away starting from the inside (but not along the circle).

When holding the disc, hold it by at the outer edge or on the hole at the center.

Caution

The preservation period may differ depending on the storage conditions.

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SE-208DB : How to store and clean - When the LED blinks

Safety precautions Features How to install How to use How to store and clean Troubleshooting

Samsung Optical Disc Drive

How to use

When the LED blinks

LED

Status

General ODD mode

AV system support mode

Disc Lead-In

Writing

Blinks every 0.3 seconds.

Reading

Standby

No Disc

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OFF

Note

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The indicator light goes off when the drive is not in use (standby) after disc lead-in in

the general ODD mode.

Select your language

Check your frmware version.

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SE-208DB : How to store and clean - How to clean discs

Safety precautions Features How to install How to use How to store and clean Troubleshooting

Samsung Optical Disc Drive

How to store and clean

How to clean discs

How to store discs

Important

This part of the manual gives information to prevent damage or data loss.

Read carefully and use the device correctly.

How to clean discs

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Do not touch the surface of the disc.

Put your fngers on the edge of the disc to

hold it.

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Check your frmware version.

Use a soft cotton cloth to clean the disc. Start from the

center and move to the edge of the disc.

Use only disc-cleaning liquids. Do not use benzene,

paint thinner or other solvents.

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Note

If the disc surface becomes dirty with fngerprints, foreign substances or dust, the disc

will not function properly.

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SE-208DB : How to store and clean - How to store discs

Safety precautions Features How to install How to use How to store and clean Troubleshooting

Samsung Optical Disc Drive

How to store and clean

How to store discs

Important

This part of the manual gives information to prevent damage or data loss.

Read carefully and use the device correctly.

How to clean discs

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Do not place it in direct sunlight.

Do not scratch the disc or put a label on it.

Handle the disc carefully to prevent damage from an

external shock.

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Do not expose it to large temperature changes.

(Exposure to such environment can cause

congealing.)

Check your frmware version.

It is recommended storing disks upright in disk cases.

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SE-208DB : Troubleshooting - Troubleshooting

Safety precautions Features How to install How to use How to store and clean Troubleshooting

Samsung Optical Disc Drive

Troubleshooting

General problems

Caution: possible errors

Problem

Meaning / Solution

Make sure that the drive is on.

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The Eject button is

not working

If the disc still does not eject with the power on, remove

the USB cable and insert a pin into the emergency eject

hole to open.

correctly.

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Make sure that the sound card is operational.

No sound from an

audio disc.

Examine the disc and wipe the surface of the disc clean

before use.

Check your frmware version.

Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly

between the computer USB port and the drive.

The computer does

not recognize the

drive.

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This can be a problem with your operating system

software. Try to reinstall the operating system.

Make sure that the system detects the drive.

Make sure that you use a disc type that is supported by the

drive.

Make sure that the LED indicator blinks.

Make sure that you inserted the disc with the label facing

up.

The system does not

read the disc.

Make sure that you use the correct program to play the

disc.

Make sure that the disc is clean.

Examine the drive for congealing.

Make sure that the region code of the drive matches the

region code of the disc.

See Help on our website and theUser Manual provided by NERO with regard to the use

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of recording software.

Address: www.samsung-ODD.com

See SUPPORT > Download Center > User Manual.

See INFORMATION > Flash Manual > Recording Software.

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SE-208DB : Troubleshooting - Caution: possible errors

Safety precautions Features How to install How to use How to store and clean Troubleshooting

Samsung Optical Disc Drive

Troubleshooting

Caution: Possible errors

The drive uses laser light to write data onto the surface of the disc. Writing errors can occur if

Troubleshooting

you use a damaged disc. Make sure to prevent the conditions below before you start to write a

disc.

Caution: possible errors

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Note

These settings are recommended for all drives.

1. Do not use multitasking. Disable the screen saver.

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A buffer under-run can occur if the system uses multitasking while the drive writes data.

2. Do not let any outside computer access the host PC while the drive writes data.

An error can occur if another user accesses a network printer while the drive writes

data.

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3. Disable the CD auto-run feature of all drives.

Check your frmware version.

If you insert an auto-run CD into another drive within the same system while the drive

writes data, this can cause an error.

4. It is recommended that you use the image fle format when you write a large number of

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small-sized fles.

When there are many small fles to write, the transfer rate decreases and the Buffer

under run protection feature works at a more frequent rate. This causes a lower writing

quality.

If you are doing a CD-to-CD copy, it is not necessary to verify if you have available

space on your hard disc.

However, in the case of image fles, we recommend that you make sure you to have at

least two times the amount of space needed for the data on your hard disc. This is

because image fles are copied to the hard disc before they are copied to the media.

5. Do not use more than one type of writing software.

Before you install a writing program, make sure to frst uninstall existing versions of the

program or other writing programs. After you uninstall any software, restart the PC.

(The Windows operating system can be damaged if you install different language

versions)

Note

We recommend that you use the data recording software provided by Samsung.

If you use other recording software, this can cause an error.

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The write speed for a disc can be restricted if:

1. The disc has bad properties, or there are other discs with bad properties under

the same ID.

The drive examines the disc properties to determine the best write conditions for the

type of disc. Because the two types of disc have the same property data but different

properties, it is often not possible to use the same settings. It is necessary to decrease

the writing speed to make the writing more stable.

If discs from two different disc makers have the same writing speed according to the

labels, but actually have different writing speeds, it is necessary to reduce the writing

speed.

2. Samsung standards to decrease writing speed

Standard 1: If there are high-speed discs in the market that have very bad property

data, the writing speed is decreased. This also happens if there are low-speed discs

with the same ID.

Standard 2: Discs for which the speed was reduced, will be examined again. If low-

speed discs are no longer available in the market under the same ID as a high-

speed disc, the decreased writing speed will no longer apply to the high-speed disc.

Note

It is possible that you do not get good writing quality with discs from manufacturers

that are not registered in the drive's frmware.

We thus recommend that you only use discs from recommended companies.

Always make sure that the writing was successful before you put the disc in

storage. This is very important when you want to store important data.

(Samsung is not responsible for any loss caused by a backup failure)

Note

We update the list of supported media on a regular basis and make them available

in our frmware upgrades.

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SE-208DB : Speciﬁcation - Product speciﬁcation

Safety precautions Features How to install How to use How to store and clean Troubleshooting

Samsung Optical Disc Drive

Product specifcations

Specifcations

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Slim portable DVD Writer

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Select languages

Select your language

Check your frmware version.

Warranty statement for your product

Important

The warranty period differs depending on the sales region.Select the region where

you purchased the product correctly.

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SE-208DB : Index

Safety precautions Features How to install How to use How to store and clean Troubleshooting

Samsung Optical Disc Drive

Index

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Safety precautions

Select languages

Select your language

Features

Check your frmware version.

Warranty statement for your product

How to install

How to confrm USB 2.0 and install the USB driver

How to confrm the installation o f the device driver

How to update Firmware

How to use

How to use the AV Connectivity function

How to use DVD±R/RW and other discs

How to use the Smart Archive (Option)

How to store and clean

How to store discs

How to clean discs

Troubleshooting

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Caution: possible errors

Specifcations

Product specifcations