HP Compaq Presario Manual

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LightScribe is direct disc labeling technology that

provides you a simple way to burn precise, silk-screen

quality labels. All you have to do is burn, flip, and burn.

It combines the LightScribe-enabled DVD drive of your

PC with specially coated CD or DVD discs (sold

separately) and enhanced disc-labeling software.

A LightScribe-enabled DVD disc drive uses an optical

laser in the drive to burn a label onto a thin dye coating

on the label side of the LightScribe disc. There is no ink

to smear, no paper to curl, no adhesive to loosen.

LightScribe discs are identified by the

LightScribe logo on the retail packaging and

on the inner hub area of the disc itself. Your

PC comes ready to work with many versions of

LightScribe discs; however, as new disc versions are

introduced, you need to update the software for your

LightScribe-enabled DVD drive. Updates are available

from the HP Customer Care Web site:

http://www.hp.com/support

Frequently Asked Questions

• What do I need to use LightScribe?

Burning a label with LightScribe requires three things:

• LightScribe-enabled DVD drive

• LightScribe software

• LightScribe discs (sold separately)

• How long does it take to burn a

LightScribe label?

The time required varies according to the imaging

mode (draft, normal, and best) and the amount of

area that is being burned (narrow band with curved

text, medium band with curved text, or full disc

surface). Using the draft or normal imaging modes

provides a shorter burn time, but also results in a

lighter label. Additionally, in most cases, the smaller

the area used for the label, the shorter the

burning time.

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The LightScribe software you use to burn the label

provides you with an estimated burn time when the

burning begins, and a progress bar to show the

remaining time during the burning process.

• Where are LightScribe discs sold?

LightScribe discs are available at major computer and

consumer electronics retail outlets, and through online

shopping (US only) at:

http://www.hpshopping.com

• Can LightScribe burn a color label?

Currently, LightScribe technology creates a grayscale

image, similar to a black-and-white photograph.

LightScribe’s development strategy includes future

announcements about additional capabilities.

• Can I use my PC for other things while I am

burning a LightScribe label?

Yes. LightScribe does not require your attention during

the label burning process. You can continue using

your PC for other tasks while the label is being

burned.

• Will the LightScribe image fade or darken

over time or with exposure to light?

LightScribe discs are optimized to ensure that the

labeled surface lasts. Some minor fading may occur

over time. To ensure the longest life for both the label

and data, keep optical discs out of direct light.

• Is the LightScribe surface/coating safe to

handle?

Yes, the LightScribe discs are safe to handle, like

other optical discs.

• Can I re-do a LightScribe label?

The LightScribe label is permanent and not erasable.

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• What happens if I forget to flip the disc over

before burning the label?

The LightScribe software notifies you that the disc is

not recognized and prompts you to flip the disk over.

The disc must be placed label side down in the DVD

disc tray.

• Is the LightScribe disc hot or dangerous to

handle immediately after the label is

burned?

No, the LightScribe disc is safe to touch as soon as

the label burning process is complete.

Tips & Tricks

Before you begin, take a moment to review these helpful

suggestions:

With LightScribe, there are no limits to your

creativity! Whatever your requirements for CD/DVD

labeling, LightScribe technology offers you the

opportunity to let your creativity flow. Create

professional silkscreen-quality labels with endless

possibilities for personal expression. Burn personalized

labels for your music, your family photos, or home video

archives.

Choose a design that fits your needs. The

LightScribe software that came with your PC has a

number of pre-designed templates for any occasion.

Use your own text, photos, or designs. Open

your favorite graphic design application, create your

artwork, and save it in bitmap, TIFF, or JPEG format.

From your LightScribe software, select the file as a

background and complete your label by adding any

desired text.

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Make each CD or DVD a work in progress.

You can add new text and pictures (for example, more

song names or file names) to a previously burned label.

Simply load the label design you originally used to burn

the label, clear the existing text and graphics to avoid

duplicate information being burned, then add the new

label information and burn again.

Preview your label. Use the Print Preview function

(or print out on paper) to see your label before burning

to make sure it is exactly the way you want it.

Cut down on your label burning time. Switch

from Best to Normal mode: you’ll burn fewer tracks per

inch for a lighter, but faster, label. Or use the Title or

Content templates instead of Full Disc. Because

LightScribe burns (starting in the center of the disc)

outward in concentric rings, Title and Content templates

save time by confining your label to a narrower band.

For the same reason, using circular text instead of

straight text can also speed up burn times.

Go for contrast. A high-contrast photo or graphic

stands out better than a picture in mostly soft middle

tones. Use your software’s preview feature to see how

the graphics you use look on disc.

Keep using your PC. While the label is being

created, you can continue to use your PC for other

activities. The LightScribe software indicates the time

remaining to burn the design.

Avoid sudden shock or vibration. While the

disc is labeling, avoid any sudden shock or vibration

to the PC.

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Creating a LightScribe label

Burning a label with LightScribe is a separate process

from burning data, music, or picture files onto a disc.

Depending on the LightScribe software you use, you

can create a label before or after you burn files onto

the disc.

Note: To burn the label, you must flip the disc over and place it

label side down in the DVD disc tray.

Labels can be a simple title with a contents list, or you

can get more creative by adding backgrounds and

images.

You can design and create the label with InterVideo Disc

Label or Sonic Express Labeler.

Note: Sonic Express Labeler can also be opened from iTunes

after you burn a data CD or audio CD.

To create a label with

InterVideo Disc Label:

1 Click Start, All Programs, InterVideo

DiscLabel, and then click InterVideo DiscLabel

again.

2 Select a template style from the Template menu and

click Apply.

3 Double-click the title text box, if present, or click

Add Text.

4 Type the text into the Rich Text Edit window and then

click OK.

5 With the text box selected (click the box once), use

the Text toolbar to modify the font, color, and other

text properties.

6 Double-click the list text box, if present, or click Add

List to add a list of contents to the label.

7 Click Add to add a row to the list.

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8 To enter text for a list item, move the cursor over one

of the item boxes (Title, Artist, or Length); click the

box; and then enter text.

9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 for each item you want to add

to the list of contents.

10 Click OK when you are finished with the list.

11 Select a background for the disc label:

• Click the Theme menu and choose one of the

provided theme images. Click Apply.

• Click Edit Background and then click Change

Background to add a background image to the

label. Follow the onscreen instructions to browse to

and select an image file. InterVideo Disc Label

supports .jpg, .bmp, and .png image files.

Note: If you use a color image or theme, LightScribe burns it

as a greyscale (monochrome) image.

12 Click Add Image and follow the onscreen

instructions to browse to and select an image file.

13 Click and drag the image to the area you want it to

appear on the label. You can resize the image by

clicking and dragging the sides or corners of the

image.

Note: To remove an image from the label, click the image and

then press Delete on your keyboard.

14 When you are satisfied with the appearance of your

label design, click LightScribe Print.

15 Click Print, insert the LightScribe disc (label side

down) in the disc tray, and then click OK.

The estimated time to complete the label displays, along

with a progress bar. You can continue to work on your

PC while LightScribe is burning the label.

Note: A sudden bump or vibration of the PC during the labeling

process may affect the quality of the label.

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To create a label with

Sonic Express Labeler:

1 Click Start, All Programs, Sonic RecordNow!,

and then click Express Labeler.

Note: You can open the Express Labeler from within

RecordNow! by clicking Label Disc.

2 In the Step 1: Select Project area, make sure that Disc

Label is selected.

3 Click Text and then enter text for the Title and

Subtitle.

4 For each line of content description, click New and

enter text for the information you want to include, and

then click OK.

5 Select a label template by clicking Layout and

choosing a layout.

6 Select a background, if desired, by clicking

Background. Select one of the provided

backgrounds or click More to find one of your own

images to use as a background.

Note: If you use a color image, LightScribe burns it as a

greyscale (monochrome) image.

7 When you are satisfied with the appearance of your

label design, insert the LightScribe disc (label side

down) into the disc drive tray and then click Print.

8 From the Disc Label menu, select LightScribe

12cm Disc.

9 Select a Contrast Level and then click OK to begin

burning the label.

The estimated time to complete the label displays, along

with a progress bar to show you the time remaining.

You can continue to work on your PC while LightScribe

is burning the label.

Note: A sudden bump or vibration of the PC during the labeling

process may affect the quality of the label.

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To create a label after

burning a disc with iTunes:

iTunes works with Sonic Express Labeler to allow you to

burn labels on a data CD or audio CD. The playlist you

create in iTunes to burn a disc is automatically imported

into Express Labeler so that this information is available

for you to use on your LightScribe label.

Note: To use Express Labeler from iTunes, the data or music tracks

in the playlist you are using must fit on a single CD.

1 Click Start, All Programs, iTunes, and then click

iTunes again.

2 Burn a data or audio CD with iTunes. When the

burning process is complete, click Yes on the Create

LightScribe Label window.

3 In the Step 1: Select Project area, make sure that Disc

Label is selected.

4 Select a label template by clicking Layout and

choosing a layout.

Note: The various layouts show different amounts of playlist

information. Some show only the playlist title and others

show the playlist title and track names. You can edit the

playlist information by clicking Text to open the Edit

Text window.

5 Select a background, if desired, by clicking

Background. Select one of the provided

backgrounds or click More to find one of your own

images to use as a background.

Note: If you use a color image, LightScribe burns it as a

greyscale (monochrome) image.

6 When you are satisfied with the appearance of your

label design, insert the LightScribe disc (label side

down) into the disc drive tray and then click Print.

7 From the Disc Label menu, select LightScribe

12cm Disc.

8 Select a Contrast Level and then click OK to begin

burning the label.

The estimated time to complete the label displays, along

with a progress bar to show you the time remaining.

You can continue to work on your PC while LightScribe

is burning the label.

Note: A sudden bump or vibration of the PC during the labeling

process may affect the quality of the label.

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