Visit the Customer Support homepage of the Samsung Electronics Optical Media Solution
Division (Http://samsung.com) to find out about the latest Samsung ODD
firmwares and learn how to use them.
Select Model
TS-H292A (52X 32X 52X)
Safety Precaution
Warning / Caution
Warning : This symbol indicates explanations about extremely dangerous matters.
If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, serious injury or death could
result.
Caution : This symbol indicates explanations about dangerous matters.
If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, damage to home or property
could result.
Notational
Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to
equipment.
Prohibited
Important to read and understand at all times
Do not disassemble
Any change or modification not expressly approved by designated qualified personnel could void your
authority to operate this device.
Always make sure that the disc does not have a crack before use. If the disc has a crack (especially
around the center hole), it is recommended to make a copy immediately and use the copy instead.
When a cracked disc is used continuously, the size of the crack is likely to grow and this will eventually
result in irreparable damage to the disc.
Important to read and understand at all times.
Safety Precaution
Installation
Place the drive on a level surface.
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Failure to do so may cause the device to fall onto a hard surface,
resulting in damage or malfunction.
Do not place the drive in direct sunlight.
Avoid low- or high-temperature environments.
Avoid high-humidity environments.
Safety Precaution
While Operating
Handle with caution to prevent damage from external shock.
Do not drop the drive, and protect it fromsevere shocks.
- It can damage the drive or cause it to malfunction.
Do not move the drive while in operation and do not attempt to open
the disc tray byforce.
Make sure to close all working programs before attempting to open the
tray and always usethe open/close button.
- Do not insert a pin into the emergency opening while in operation.
Do not use cracked, distorted or damaged discs.
- In particular, a disc with a crack on the inner tracks may break while in
use.
Safety Precaution
Other
Never allow food particles or foreign substances to enter the drive
casing.
To protect against the risk of fire, do ot spill such liquids as
alcohol and benzene on the drive.
Do not disassemble, attempt to repair or modify the device
without express approval as directed in the manual.
Arbitrary removal of the bezel may cause the disc to pop out
during operation.
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- To reduce the risk of damage, electric shock, and fire,
Introduction
Front
1. Emergency eject hole
if the compartment does not open when you press the Eject button, power off the computer, insert a pin or
unfolded paper clip in the hole and push firmly
2. LED
Indicator Light. (GREEN: Read / Write)
3. Eject button
4. Disc compartment
the compartment opens and closes automatically when you press the Eject button
Introduction
Rear
1. Digital output terminal
You can connect a sound card or MPEG card which support Digital output terminal to your drive using this
two-pin terminal.
2. Sound output terminal
You can connect a sound card to your drive using this four-pin terminal.
This function is not covered in detail in this guide. Refer to the documentation supplied with your sound
card.
3. Master/slave select terminal
Usually, this is a pre-set configuration as illustrated below.
Verify that the setting is as illustrated. If it is not, simply remove the jumper and place it in the correct
position.
4. Interface terminal
This input/output interface terminal is used to connect the 40-pin flat cable from the IDE interface to the
CD-R/RW drive.
5. Power terminal
The power terminal is a four-conductor male plug.
(A : +5V DC)
(B : +12V DC)
Setup
Installing the CD-R/RW Drive
To install your CD-R/RW Drive in the PC, proceed as follows.
Make sure that the PC is powered off and disconnected from any power source.
If necessary, attach a horizontal bracket to both sides of the drive.
Remove the cover from a free expansion slot and install the CD-R/RW drive, as shown in the illustration.
Important: Use the fixing screws provided with purchase and make sure the screws are tightened
securely.Insufficiently tightened screws may cause increased noise.
(Screws for use: M3 X 6 X 4 pieces)
Make sure to use the standardized screws supplied (M3 X 6).
(To use screws other than M3 X 6 may result in malfuction.)
Setup
Connecting the Cables
Connecting the power cable
The 4-pin power cable from the internal power unit of your computer must be connected to the power
terminal on the rear of the CD-R/RW drive.
1
2
3
4
+5V DC
Ground
Ground
+12V DC
A - Cut Side
Note: An improperly connected power cable may cause trouble. Check the direction of the power connector
and the incline side of the CD-R/RW drive before connecting.
Connecting the E-IDE cable
Insert the IDE cable (40-pin), which is connected to the hard disk to the interface terminal.
(Place the red line of the cable close to the Pin 1.)
When using one E-IDE cable
Connect the cable to the SL (Slave) of the Master/Slave Select Terminal at the rear of the CD-R/RW
drive.
Setup
a
: Slave Drive (Choose the SL Jumper)
: Hard Drive
b
c
: MainBoard
When using two E-IDE cable
If there is only one CD-R/RW drive, select MA (Master).
a
c
e
: Master Drive (Choose the MA Jumper)
: MainBoard
b
d
: Hard Drive
: Primary 1
: Secondly 1
If there is two CD-R/RW drive, select MA (Master) / SL (Slave).
a
c
e
: Master Drive (Choose the MA Jumper) b : Slave Drive (Choose the SL Jumper)
: Hard Drive
: Primary 1
d
f
: MainBoard
: Secondly 1
Setup
Installing a jumper on the master/slave select terminal
Connect a jumper to the rear side of the CD-R/RW.
If the jumper is connected to MA (Master), it will work in the Master mode.
If the jumper is connected to SL (Slave), it will work in the Slave mode.
If the jumper is connected to CS (CSEL), you can control the device by using the host interface signal
CSEL. (In general, connection to MA is recommended.)
Connecting the audio cable from a sound card
Connect the 4-pin audio cable between the sound output terminal on the CD-R/RW drive and the audio
input terminal on the sound card.
For clearer sound, use a digital output terminal.(Available only for the CARD that supports digital output)
This may not be available for general sound cards.
Setup
Installing the CD Record Utility
To record data on a CD-R or CD-RW disc in the CD-R/RW drive, you must first install the CD record utility. For
compatibility reasons, you are recommended to uninstall any existing software of the same type before
installing this utility.
Insert the disc supplied with the CD-R/RW drive in the drive.
Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to install the utility.
Refer to the separate utility documentation for further details.
Store the utility disc in a safe place.
Setup
Installing the Device Driver
No additional device driver is needed for Windows 98/2000/ME/XP/NT4.0, as the default Windows device
driver is used. You can check that the CD-R/RW drive has been correctly detected by Windows. To do so,
proceed as follows.
Double-click on the My Computer icon on your desktop.
Double-click on the Control Panel folder.
Double-click on the System icon.
Click on the Device Manager tab.
Expand the CD-ROM branch.
The SAMSUNG CD-R/RW SW - *** device name is displayed.
The SAMSUNG device driver enables discs in the CD-R/RW drive to be read but not recorded in an MS-DOS
environment; the driver is located in the D driver folder on the CD record utility disc.
Setup
Setting Up the Device Driver
Automatic Setup
The device driver is located in the Ddriver folder of the CD Record Utility disc which is provided in the
package.
Insert the CD Record Utility disc into the CD-ROM drive and open the Ddriver folder.
Run the CDSETUP.EXE file in the Ddriver folder.
When Setup is successfully completed, click OK button or press the Enter key.
Reboot the computer.
Manual Setup
Make the C:\SAMSUNG directory.
Copy the files from the diskette to the C:\SAMSUNG directory.
To do so, type COPY D:\Ddriver * . * C:\SAMSUNG after the C:\prompt and press [Enter].
Edit the CONFIG.SYS file.
Add the DEVICE=C:\SAMSUNG\SSCDROM.SYS \D:SSCD000/V entry.
Edit the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
Add the C:\SAMSUNG\MSCDEX/D:SSCD000 entry.
Reboot the computer.
Using the Drive
Using the CD-R/RW Drive
To play audio or video CDs in your CD-R/RW drive, proceed as follows.
Push the power button and boot the computer.
After booting the computer, open the disc compartment by pressing the Eject button.
Insert the disc (CD) with the label on the disc facing upwards and close the disc compartment by
pressing the Eject button. The indicator light comes on.
Play the disc (CD).
Accessories
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The type of accessories varies depending on product model.
User Manual & Setup Guide.
Software.
Screws.
Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Using the Drive
Storing and Cleaning Your Discs
To ensure a long service life for your discs and drive, follow the pre-cautions below when storing and cleaning
your discs.
Do not place a disc in direct sunlight.
Store a disc vertically in a well-ventilated and stable location.
Do not write or attach a label on a disc.
Do not drop a disc or place heavy objects on it.
Do not touch the surface of a disc; hold it by the edges.
To clean a disc, polish lightly from the inside of the disc to the outside with a soft cotton cloth.
Do not leave the disc compartment open when you are not using it.
Using the Drive
What is a MAGIC SPEED?
The MAGIC SPEED provides a function that user optionally chooses the disc reading speeds,
high speed (Max speed) mode and low noise (X32) mode.
The low noise mode offers the best PC environment by minimizing a driving noise.
The Magic speed not only functions to decrease a noise by reducing a reading speed but also gets a
preventive effect of a disc breakage, which could be occurred by a high speed. Its purpose is to supply
the stable PC environment to user.
Explanation of MAGIC SPEED Mode and Ways to use
Explanation of MAGIC SPEED Mode
The Maximum Speed Mode : Set up this mode when you want to read a disc by the maximum
speed which is supplied by a drive.
The Low Noise Mode : Set up this mode when you want to read a disc by a stable speed,
the low speed (X32).
The mode selected and set using the Magic Speed feature does not change when you connect
the driver to a different PC. Make sure you check the settings before use.
Caution: In case of a cracked disc, the disc would be broken if operating in the maximum speed.
Therefore, it is recommended to operate in the low noise mode or to immediately make
a copy and use it.
Ways to Use the MAGIC SPEED
The first of all, please install the Magic Speed program from Samsung's homepage.
Operate the program by clicking the right mouse button on the MAGIC SPEED Tray Icon.
Select a desired mode from a program window, and click "Setup" The reading speed of a drive
operates in a selected mode.
Close the program window by selecting "Close".
At this time, the reading speed will keep operating by the changed speed unless you would change a
mode and would end a program.
It is recommended to use a "Maximum Speed Mode" when operating a Data Copy & a Disc Copy and
to use a "Low Noise Mode" when operating a general operation.
Other Function
Method to release an automatic operation: This program automatically operates when PC is booting. If
you wish to release the automatic operation, release the selected item, Automatic Operation in the
Tray Icon menu.
Place to download a MAGIC SPEED
Samsung's Customer Service Homepage (URL:www.samsungODD.com)
- Select a Firmware > MAGIC SPEED.
Using the Drive
Upgrading the Firmware Flash Memory
The product firmware can be upgraded by downloading the updated file from the following Web site:
Http://samsung-ODD.com
Http://samsung.com
Using the Drive
System Requirements
Before you install the CD-R/RW drive, we strongly recommend that you check that your setup meets the
system requirements listed below.
Item
Description
Intel Pentium II 400MHz(or higher), 128 MB of RAM (or higher) with an 40pin IDE
interface for Ultra DMA.
Computer
Disk space
At least twice as much free space as the amount of data to be writable.
Windows 98/2000/ME/XP/NT4.0 (or higher)
Windows version
Using the Drive
Hard Drive
Network Drive
CD-ROM Drive
If you have any problems recording via your CD-R/RW drive, follow the appropriate instructions below for the
source that you are using.
Hard Drive
Check whether the source file is corrupted.
Optimize the hard disk by using the Windows defragmenter feature:
START / PROGRAMS / ACCESSORIES / SYSTEM TOOLS / DISC DEFRAGMENTER
Decompress the hard disk if it is compressed.
Make sure that the space available on the hard disk is at least twice the size of the largest file to be
recorded on the disc.
If you wish to record more than 1000 small files:
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First create an image file and copy the image file to the disc
Choose the low record speed
Compress small files and then record them
Network Drive
Copy the network drive contents to the hard disk and then from the hard disk to the CD-R/RW drive.
CD-ROM Drive
Clean the source CD, if necessary.
Create an image file and then copy the image file to the CD-R/RW drive.
Check the CD-ROM drive record speed.
There are two recording methods :
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Low-speed (file by file)
High-speed (transfer of an image file from the hard disk
If the transfer speed of the CD-ROM drive is slower than the record speed, reduce the record speed.
Using the Drive
Caution with errors
Term Description
Recommended Disc Types
Caution with errors
Every CD-R or CD-RW drive records data by applying recording laser onto a CD.
If the CD is damaged or recording data is not possible, you need to remove the following causes of the error
before using the CD.
It is recommended to set a CD-R or CD-RW drive as follows.
Do not work on a multi-tasking environment and remove screen savers.
If you work on a multi-tasking environment while the CD-RW drive is recording/deleting data, Buffer
Under-Run may occur.
Do not allow any external access to the Host PC while recording data.
If another user accesses your printer through a network while you are recording data, errors may occur.
Remove the Auto-Run function of the CD.
If you insert a CD that has the Auto-Run function to a drive connected to a PC while recording/deleting
data, this may cause errors.
How to cancel (select) the Auto-Run function
Cancel (Select) the Auto-Run function in
[Start > Setting > Control Panel System > Device Manager > CD-ROM Setting]
Use image files when you record many small files.
If you use a lot of small size files for recording, this may reduce the transaction rate of the PC. Although
Superlink function is often run, the recording quality may become low.
If you copy a CD from another, you do not require making available space in the hard disk. However,
when you use image files, you need to copy them on the hard disk first and then copy to a CD. In this
case, you need to ensure maximum 700MB of available space in the hard disk for reliable recording
process.
Use an E-IDE cable, which has the specified length (46cm).
Using E-IDE cables longer than 46cm may cause errors during data transaction.
Use only one recording software program.
To install a software program for recording, uninstall any other types or versions of recording software
programs first and then reboot the computer.
Make sure you use the recording software CD (Nero Burning Rom / Roxio Easy CD Creator) provided by
us. Using our software program with others may cause errors in recording.
Recording quality may be affected if you record using media (CD-R/RW blank discs) that are not
registered with the Firmware. Therefore, please use the recommended brand of discs and, for
important data backup, make sure you check the quality after recording. (Samsung is not
responsible for any data lost during a backup.)
Any media that are not on the list of supported media will be supported through our regular Firmware
upgrades.
Term Description
What is Buffer Under-Run?
Every CD-R or CD-RW drive records the data that the Host PC wants to record until the data flow ends.
However, if the buffer becomes empty temporarily, this may cause errors in recording data.
What is Auto-Run?
If inserting a CD into a drive, the operating system executes the Autorun.inf file of the CD automatically.
What is Superlink?
This function is to check the buffer to see if there are data while recording.
If the buffer is empty, it waits at the address and then restarts recording after the buffer is full. You can
avoid Buffer Under-Run problems by applying the above-mentioned principle.
Using the Drive
Recommended Disc Types
CD-R
MCC, RITEK, CMC, SKC, BEALL, PRODISK, MAXELL, ACER, MPO, FUJI, TAIYO YUDEN, TDK,
GIGA, PLASMON
CD-RW CD-RW : RICOH , RITEK , MCC , PRODISK , SKC , CMC, ACER
(1X - 4X)
H/S-RW : RICOH , CMC , RITEK , ACER , PRODISK , SKC
(10X)
U/S RW : MCC , RITEK, MITSUBISHI
(24X, 32X)
General DMA Installation Guide Windows 98/Me
Important!
Please read the entire DMA installation guide before installing your CD-R/RW drive.
About DMA Installation
For stable writing performance at high speeds, Installation of DMA transfer mode for E-IDE/ATAPI
interface is strongly recommended. We recommend DMA mode for fast writing.
DMA Setting
Before you install your CD-R/RW drive, we recommend to set DMA to enabled on your PC system. See
the following procedure to set DMA transfer mode in windows oprerating system.
(Windows 98/ME)
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Click on START
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Select your CD-R/RW drive
Click on the Properties button
Click on the Settings tab
Check the DMA checkbox to enables DMA.
Click OK
Click on Settings
Select Control Panel
Select the System Icon
Select the Device Manager panel
in System Properties
Restart your PC
+
Expand the CD-ROM icon
Windows 2000/XP
Select the DMA mode by selecting
[Start > Setting > Control Panel > System > Device Manager > IDEATA/ATAPI Controller >
Default/Assistant IDE Channel Advanced Information]
Troubleshootin
Problem
Meaning / Solution
The CD-R/RW drive is not
detected by the computer.
Check that the power, audio and IDE cables are correctly connected
to the computer.
After installing the CD-R/RW
drive, the PC gets slower.
Change the IDE cable and reconnect it to the computer.
Preferably, connect a second IDE cable to the CD-R/RW drive in
master mode.
Check the position of the jumper in the master/slave select terminal.
The CD-R/RW drive is not
recognized by MS-DOS.
Reinstall the device driver or update it with the latest version by
downloading it from the Samsung Web site.
- Http://samsung-ODD.com
- Http://samsung.com
The CD-R/RW drive is not
detected by Windows.
This case may occur when there is a Windows installation problem;
reinstall Windows.
No sound is heard from an
audio CD.
Check whether the audio cable is correctly connected to the sound
output terminal on the CD-R/RW drive and the sound card CD-IN
terminal.
Check that the sound card is operational.
Adjust the volume control.
If you have installed the appropriate player, such as Microsoft
Windows Media Player, you can adjust the volume using the
headphone volume control on the drive front panel.
A CD is not read or is read
too slowly.
Check whether the CD is of good quality and clean it, if necessary.
Check that the power cable is correctly connected.
The disc compartment will
not open.
Power off and disconnect the PC.
Insert a pin or unfolded paper clip in the emergency hole and push
firmly until the disc compartment opens.
When the MPEG software
plays a Video CD, the pictures
are not regular and the running
speed is too slow.
Adjust the size of the replay screen.
After checking the display resolution, adjust it, if necessary.
The Disc is not in message is
displayed even though a disc
has been inserted.
The computer may not recognize the disc if you start playback too
quickly after inserting the disc. Open and close the disc
compartment and try again.
Clean the disc and try again.
The CD-R/RW drive is not
detected after it is connected to
a sound card.
The interface mode of the sound card is AT-BUS.
You must therefore connect the CD-R/RW drive to the IDE port on
the PC mother board, rather than to the sound card, or install an E-
IDE compatible sound card.
IN CD has the Formatted
Disc Eject function.
Right-click the mouse on TRAY ICON (right side of the menu bar at
the bottom of the monitor) and then select "Eject" to take the CD
out.
Select the drive where the disc is inserted from Windows Explorer.
Right-click the mouse and select "Eject" to take the CD out.
When recording NERO or Easy
CD Creator,
it will be recorded not on a
CD but a form of image file.
This seems to occur when you select the recording function as the
system selects "Image Recorder" instead of TS-H292A.
In this case, select a recorder from the menu items at the upper part
of NERO or Easy CD Creator and then select TS-H292A from the
Recorder Selection window.
When installing the recording software, try not to install the software
before the ROM drive as this makes the Image Recorder selected.
The Recorder cannot
recognize the disc.
Use the firmware automatic upgrade function available at the ODD
service website to download
the newest firmware and then reinstall the recording software which
is included in the bundle.
- Http://samsung-ODD.com
- Http://samsung.com
The UDMA setting does not
work.
The UDMA mode was enabled both in the BIOS setup and through
the Control Panel, but the drive still operates only in PIO mode.
Delete the secondary port in the Control Panel, reboot the system
and re-enable the UDMA mode.
Specifications
SAMSUNG continually strives to improve its products. Both the design specifications and these user
instructions are thus subject to change without notice.
Technical Specifications
ITEM
TS-H292A
CD-RW
DISC
Disc types
supported
in read mode
CD-DA(Audio), CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-Plus, CD-Extra,
Photo-CD(Single, Multi-session), Video CD ready, Enhanced CD,
CD-I/FMV, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-TEXT
Erasing disc types CD-RW
Disc diameter
120 mm or 80 mm
DRIVE
PERFORMANCE
Data transfer rate Recording CD-R:
(MAX)
7800 KB/sec (52X)
7200 KB/sec (48X),
6000 KB/sec (40X),
4800 KB/sec (32X),
3600 KB/sec (24X),
2400 KB/sec (16X)
1200 KB/sec (8X),
600 KB/sec (4X),
CD-RW :
4800 KB/sec (32X)
3600 KB/sec (24X)
1500 KB/sec (10X)
600 KB/sec (4X)
Reading
CD-ROM:
CD-R:
CAV 52X
CAV 40X
CAV 40X
CD-RW:
PIO Mode 4:16.6MB/sec
Multiword DMA mode 2 : 16.6MB/sec
UDMA mode 2 : 33.3MB/sec
Access time
(Random)
100ms (Typical)
Data Buffer
2MB
Laser
Semiconductor laser
Slide mechanism
Spindle motor
Load mechanism
Stepping motor
Brushless DC motor
Tray. DC motor (Soft Eject). Horizontal/Vertical.
-12
-9
ERROR RATE
Mode 1:10 , Mode 2:10
FRONT PANEL Eject button
Auto eject or Auto inject
LED (GREEN)
Play / Read / Write(GREEN), Operation LED
+5V : 1.5 A (RMS), +12V : 1.5 A (RMS)
REAR PANEL
Required power
Interface connector ATAPI BUS (E-IDE)
Audio output
Jumper block
Operations
Storage
Line out 0.75±20%(Vrms) 47Kohm
Molex 70203 or other compatible models
Temperature: 5~45°C Humidity: 10~80%
Temperature: -25~60°C Humidity: 10~90%
148.2 (W) x 42 (H) x 184 (D) mm (including bezel)
750 g
OPERATING
ENVIRONMENT
Dimensions
Net weight
MTBF
GENERAL
RELIABILITY
125,000 POH(Duty 20%)
"Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice."
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