Dell 1300 owner manual Adjusting the Picture, Copying CDs and DVDs, How to Copy a CD or DVD

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Adjusting the Picture

If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties.

1Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

2Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes.

3Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution.

4In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in Screen resolution to reduce the screen resolution setting.

5Click the drop-down menu under Color quality, and then click Medium (16 bit).

6Click OK to save the settings and close the window.

Copying CDs and DVDs

NOTE: Please observe all copyright laws when creating CDs or DVDs.

This section applies only to computers that have a CD-RW, DVD+/-RW, or CD-RW/DVD (combo) drive.

NOTE: The types of CD or DVD drives offered by Dell may vary by country.

The following instructions explain how to make an exact copy of a CD or DVD. You can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for other purposes, such as creating music CDs from audio files stored on your computer or backing up important data. For help, open Sonic DigitalMedia and then click the question mark icon in the upper-right corner of the window.

How to Copy a CD or DVD

NOTE: CD-RW/DVD combo drives cannot write to DVD media. If you have a CD-RW/DVD combo drive and you experience recording problems, check for available software patches on the Sonic support website at www.sonic.com.

The DVD-writable drives installed in Dellcomputers can write to and read DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R and DVD-RW media, but cannot write to and may not read DVD-RAM media. In addition, Dell-installed DVD-writable drives can read and write to DVD+R DL (dual layer) media.

NOTE: Most commercial DVDs have copyright protection and cannot be copied using Sonic DigitalMedia.

1Click the Start button, point to All ProgramsSonicDigitalMedia Projects and then click RecordNow Copy.

2Under the Copy tab, click Disc Copy.

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Contents W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Dell Inspiron 1300/B120/B130Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Using the Display Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Solving Problems Adding and Replacing Parts 127 Dell Product Information Guide Finding InformationDell Support Website support.dell.com Front View Tour of Your ComputerY B O a R D S T a T U S L I G H T S V I C E S T a T U S L I G H T S Left Side View Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor Right Side View Back View AC adapter connector 2 air ventBottom View Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet Connection Transferring Information to a New Computer Click Finish Setting Up a Printer Printer Cable Connecting a USB PrinterLine Conditioners Power Protection DevicesUninterruptible Power Supplies Surge ProtectorsAdjusting Brightness Using the DisplaySwitching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKey Combinations Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Speaker FunctionsCustomizing the Touch Pad Touch PadBattery Performance Using a BatteryMicrosoft Windows Power Meter Checking the Battery ChargeConserving Battery Power Dell QuickSet Battery MeterStandby Mode Power Management ModesHibernate Mode Power Management Wizard Configuring Power Management SettingsSelecting a Power Scheme Power Options Properties Charging the Battery Replacing the Battery Storing a Battery Using a Battery Playing a CD or DVD Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaAdjusting the Volume How to Copy a CD or DVD Adjusting the PictureCopying CDs and DVDs DVD-Writable Drives Using Blank CDs and DVDsHelpful Tips Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia ExpressCard Blanks Using ExpressCardsInstalling an ExpressCard ExpressCard TypesRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Connecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkNetwork Setup Wizard Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkDetermining Your Network Type Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Dell QuickSet FeaturesClicking the QuickSet Icon Double-Clicking the QuickSet IconDell QuickSet Features Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Tab Function See the help files for your CD or DVD creation software Drive ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveHard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsError Messages Characters in filenames DiagnosticsSystem Setup Program Solving Problems External Keyboard problems Keyboard ProblemsUnexpected characters Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingOther software problems Memory ProblemsExpressCard Problems Network ProblemsPower Problems Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer Printer ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems Scanner ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers No sound from external speakers Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsPicture quality Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank If the display is difficult to readIdentifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Drivers If only part of the display is readableUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing the Drivers and Utilities CD Restoring Your Operating System Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Solving Problems Before You Begin Using the Operating System CDSolving Problems Turning Off Your Computer Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsBattery-bay latch release lock Hard Drive Adding and Replacing Parts Returning a Hard Drive to Dell CD/DVD DriveMemory Captive screws Memory module Memory slot notch Wireless Mini PCI Card Antenna cable Mini PCI card Mini PCI card Hinge Cover Keyboard Keyboard Appendix SpecificationsSodimm DDR-2 Wxga 100 101 102 Overview Using the System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screen System Setup ScreenPerforming a One-Time Boot Travel Tips Travelling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Packing the ComputerIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Travelling by AirCDs and DVDs Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Display Touch PadFCC Class B FCC Notices U.S. Only108 Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsMacrovision Product Notice Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only110 Contacting Dell111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 Glossary128 Docking device See APR 129130 131 132 133 134 135 136 Video resolution See resolution137 Index138 139 140 141 142
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