Sony PCG-C1MGP manual CD-R

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	￿	The CD-R(CD-Recordable) disc is a data memory medium that can be used to write a program or other
User		data, but once only.
	To achieve optimum performance when writing data on a CD-RW disc, follow these recommendations :
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	￿	To make a CD-R’s data readable on a CD-ROM drive, you need to close the session when you eject it. To
	￿	Before writing to a new CD-RW, you must first format the disc. If you do not format the disc, your
		computer will not recognize it.
Sony		complete this process, follow the instructions included with your software.
	￿	Only use circular discs. Do not use discs with any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage
		the CD-RW drive.
	￿	Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc.
	￿	For optimal writing speed, deactivate the screensaver before writing data to a disc.
	￿	Memory-resident disc utilities may cause unstable operation or data loss. Deactivate these utilities before
		writing data to a disc.
	￿	When using a software application to burn CDs, be sure to exit and close all other applications.
	￿	Exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc.
	￿	Never touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing
		errors.
	￿	Always use the AC adapter as the power source for your computer when you write data to a CD-RW or
		CD-R.