Toshiba M50 Laptop User Manual


 
TOSHIBA M50 4-29
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.
Do not change display settings while using WinDVD Creator.
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 card, USB
devices, an external display, i.LINK. devices or optical digital devices.