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Dell PP23LA 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: Ensure that you 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 Dell™ computers can write to and read DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW and DVD+R DL (dual layer) media, but cannot write to and may not read DVD-RAM or DVD-R DL media.

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

1Click the Start button, point to Programs→ Sonic→ DigitalMedia Projects, and then click Copy.

2Under the Copy tab, click Disc Copy.

3To copy the CD or DVD:

•If you have one CD or DVD drive, ensure that the settings are correct and click the Disc Copy button. The computer reads your source CD or DVD and copies the data to a temporary folder on your computer hard drive.

When prompted, insert a blank CD or DVD into the drive and click OK.

Using Multimedia

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Dell PP23LA owner manual Adjusting the Picture, Copying CDs and DVDs, How to Copy a CD or DVD

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W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Dell InspironAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Configuring Power Management SettingsWhat You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your ComputerIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound 101 Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreIf only part of the display is readable Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities110 104105 109Glossary Index Contents Support.dell.com Warranty informationFinding Information Setup Diagram Follow the instructions on the screen Click the topic that describes your problemWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here Click the arrow iconTop technical issues for my computer Microsoft Windows System Restore MicrosoftRestore your operating system Service call status and support historyAbout Your Computer Determining Your Computer’s ConfigurationAbout Your Computer Front View Light operates as follows About Your Computer Y B O a R D a N D W I R E L E S S S T a T U S L I G H T S Left Side View Right Side View Back View Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor Bottom View Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTransferring Information to a New Computer Click Finished and restart the new computer Click Finished and restart the new computer Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Surge Protectors Power Protection DevicesLine Conditioners Uninterruptible Power SuppliesSetting Up Your Computer Setting Display Resolution Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness Switching the Video ImageUsing the Display Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Display Functions Power ManagementKey Combinations System FunctionsMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Adjusting Keyboard SettingsCustomizing the Touch Pad Touch PadUsing a Battery Using a BatteryBattery Performance Charge Gauge Checking the Battery ChargeDell QuickSet Battery Meter Microsoft Windows Power MeterCheck the Battery Health Conserving Battery PowerLow-Battery Warning Power Management ModesPage Configuring Power Management Settings Charging the BatteryReplacing the Battery Storing a Battery Playing a CD or DVD Using MultimediaUsing Multimedia Adjusting the Volume Copying CDs and DVDs Adjusting the PictureHow to Copy a CD or DVD Media Type Read Write Rewritable Using Blank CDs and DVDsHelpful Tips Using Multimedia ExpressCards Using CardsInstalling an ExpressCard Using CardsRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Media Memory Cards Installing a Media Memory CardRemoving a Media Memory Card Setting Up a Network Setting Up a NetworkPhysically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection Network Setup WizardWireless Local Area Network Wlan Checking Your Wireless Network CardSetting Up a New Wlan Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Completing the Connection to the Wlan Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network CardSetting Up a Network Securing Your Computer PasswordsSecuring Your Computer Security Cable LockIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Computer Tracking SoftwareSolving Problems Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Tab Function Management Modes on page 41 for information on standby mode Drive ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsHard drive problems Error Messages Solving Problems Solving Problems Solving Problems Manufacturer ExpressCard ProblemsKeyboard Problems Unexpected characters Lockups and Software ProblemsExternal Keyboard problems Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly Other software problemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingNetwork Problems Memory ProblemsCommunication exists. Replace the network cable Power ProblemsEnsuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer Printer ProblemsScanner Problems No sound from external speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers If the display is blank Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsVideo and Display Problems No sound from headphonesPicture quality If the display is difficult to readIf only part of the display is readable Identifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities DriversSolving Problems Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreYou can restore your operating system in the following ways Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Solving Problems Using the Operating System CD Solving Problems Recommended Tools Adding and Replacing PartsAdding and Replacing Parts Before You BeginBefore Working Inside Your Computer Optical Drive Hard Drive Screws Hard drive Returning a Hard Drive to Dell MemoryMemory module Securing clips 2 per connector Modem Adding and Replacing Parts Hinge Cover Keyboard 100 101 Wireless Mini-Card102 Install the replacement Mini-Card103 Coin-Cell Battery 105 DisplayAdding and Replacing Parts 107 Dell QuickSet FeaturesDell QuickSet Features 108 109 Traveling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Packing the ComputerTraveling by Air Travel TipsContacting Dell Contacting Dell111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 Malaysia only 127Should be called from within Singapore or 128 129 130 131 132 133 SpecificationsCommunications Ports and Connectors134 MemoryAudio 135Video Display 136Touch Pad Battery137 KeyboardPhysical 138AC Adapter Environmental 139140 141 Using the System Setup ProgramEntering System Setup AppendixCommonly Used Options 143 Cleaning Your ComputerCDs and DVDs Computer, Keyboard, and DisplayTouch Pad Floppy Drive145 Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals146 FCC Notice U.S. OnlyFCC Class B 147 Macrovision Product Notice148 Glossary Glossary149 150 Docking device See APR 151Device driver See driver 152 153 154 NIC See network adapter 155156 System tray See notification area 157158 Video resolution See resolution159 160 161 Boot sequence Brightness adjustingIndex Index 163 See also display problemsPower management conserving battery power System setup program commonly used options Compatibility, 74 restore computer to previous165 166