Toshiba Tecra A5 - Manual (Page 92)

TOSHIBA A5 4-23
Operating Basics
Important information for use
Note the following limitations when you write video DVD:
1. Editing digital video
■
Log in with Administrator rights to use WinDVD Creator.
■ Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using
WinDVD Creator.
■ Operate the computer at Full Power. Do not use power-saving features.
■ While you are editing DVD, you can display previews. However, if another
application is running, the preview might not display properly.
■ WinDVD Creator cannot show video on an external monitor if the
computer is configured for simultaneous display mode.
■ WinDVD Creator cannot edit or play copy protected content.
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Do not change display settings while using WinDVD Creator.
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Do not enter standby/hibernation mode while using WinDVD Creator.
■
Do not operate WinDVD Creator immediately after turning on the
computer, you should ensure you wait until all disc/disk drive activity has
stopped.
■ When recording to a DV-Camcorder, to ensure you capture all of your
data, let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you begin
recording your actual data.
■ CD recorder, JPEG functions, DVD-Audio, mini DVD and Video CD
functions are not supported in this version.
■ While recording video to DVD or tape, please close all other programs.
■ Do not run software like a screen saver because it can put a heavy load
on the CPU.
■ Do not run communication applications like a modem or a LAN.
2. Before recording the video to DVD
■
When you record to DVD media, please use only discs recommended
by the drive manufacturer.
■ Do not set the working drive to be a slow device like a USB 1.1 hard disk
drive or it will fail to write the DVD.
■ Do not perform any of the following actions:
- Operate the computer for any other function, including using a mouse
or TouchPad or closing/opening the LCD panel.
- Bump or cause vibration to the computer.
- Use either the mode button or the audio/video control buttons to
reproduce music or voice.
- Open the DVD drive.
- Install, remove or connect external devices such as PC Cards, USB
devices, an external display, i.LINK devices or optical digital devices.