Sony PCG-FX190 - Manual (Page 47)

Using the Optical Drive
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Notes on CD and DVD media
❑ Do not drop or bend the disc.
❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a
disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its
reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially
available cleaners or anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
❑ For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the
surface from the center out.
❑ If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well,
and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out. Wipe off any
remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth
Writing data to CD-RW/CD-R media
(For models with a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive)
If you use DirectCD™ to write data, you must first format the disc before writing
on a new CD-RW or CD-R. If you do not format the disc, your computer will not
recognize it.
Formatting time and available capacity after formatting when you use a 74-
minute CD-RW or CD-R is as follows:
To make a CD-R to which data has been written readable on a CD-ROM drive,
you need to complete the disc when you eject it. To complete this process, follow
the instructions included with your software.
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If you use Easy CD Creator™ to write data to a CD-RW or CD-R, you do not have to
format the disc.
Media Formatting Time Capacity After Formatting
CD-RW Approximately 30 minutes Approximately 530 MB
CD-R Approximately 5 seconds Approximately 620 MB