Toshiba Satellite M40 (PSM42) User Manual
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User’s Manual
Operating Basics
Important information for use
Note the following limitations when you write video DVD:
1. Editing digital video.
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Log in with Administrator rights to use WinDVD Creator.
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Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using
WinDVD Creator.
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Operate the computer at Full Power. Do not use power-saving
features.
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While you are editing DVD, you can display previews. However, if
another application is running, the preview might not display
properly.
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WinDVD Creator cannot show video on the external monitor when in
simultaneous mode.
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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.
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Do not operate WinDVD Creator immediately after turning on the
computer. Please wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped.
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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.
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CD recorder, JPEG functions, DVD-Audio, miniDVD, and Video CD
functions are not supported in this version.
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While recording video to DVD or tape, please close all other
programs.
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Do not run software like a screen saver because it can put a heavy
load on the CPU.
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Do not run communication applications like a modem or a LAN.
2. Before recording the video to DVD.
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When you record to DVD disc, please use only discs recommended
by the Drive manufacturer.
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Do not set the working drive to a slow device like a USB 1.1 hard
disk drive or it will fail to write DVD.
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Do not perform any of the following actions:
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Operate the computer for any other function, including using a
mouse or TouchPad or closing/opening the LCD panel.
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Bump or cause vibration to the computer.
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Use the Mode control button and Audio/Video control button to
reproduce music or voice.
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Open the DVD drive.
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Install, remove or connect external devices, including the
following: PC card, SD card/Multi Media Card/Memory Stick, USB
devices, external display, i.LINK devices, optical digital devices.