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| Product Type | CD Player |
| Brand | LG |
| Model | GCC-4520B |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 430 x 100 x 300 mm |
| Weight | 2.5 kg |
| Power Supply | AC 120V / 60Hz |
| Power Consumption | 12 W |
| Disc Compatibility | CD, CD-R, CD-RW |
| Playback Modes | Play, Pause, Stop, Skip, Repeat, Shuffle, Program |
| Outputs | Analog Audio (RCA), Headphone Jack |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 90 dB |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | < 0.05% |
| Laser Type | Semiconductor laser |
| Maintenance | Clean lens with dry cloth; avoid moisture and dust |
| Safety Precautions | Do not open casing; avoid water; unplug during storms |
| Spare Parts & Repairability | Laser pickup, drive belts, and rubber feet available |
| General Information | Front-loading tray, remote control included |
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USER MANUAL GCC-4520B LG
To enjoy fully all the features and functions of your product, please read this owner's manual carefully and completely.

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GCC-4520B
CAUTION : The laser used in the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive can damage your eyes.
Do not attempt to open the cover.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back).
No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Use of controls or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture
Industry Canada requirement
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an Authorized Service Center for help.
- FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
- This CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive is for use only with UL listed personal computers that have installation instructions detailing user-installation of card cage accessory.
This product is manufactured to comply with the radio interference requirements of EEC DIRECTIVE 89/336/EEC, 93/68/EEC and 73/23/EEC.
CAUTION - INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
VARNING-OSYNLIG LASERSTRÄLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD STRÄLEN ÄR FARLIG.
| CLASS 1 | LASER PRODUCT |
| KLASSE 1 | LASER PRODUKT |
| LUOKAN 1 | LASER LAITE |
| KLASS 1 | LASER APPARAT |
This unit uses CD-ROM discs with the following mark
When you use this unit as a CD player, use compact discs with the following mark
This unit uses CD-R discs with the following mark.
This unit uses CD-RW discs with the following mark.
This unit uses High Speed CD-RW discs with the following mark
This unit uses Ultra Speed CD-RW discs with the following mark.

WARNING: Only CD-RW drivers bearing the logo Compact Disc ReWritable Ultra Speed can write or erase Ultra Speed CD-RW media.
Ultra Speed CD-RW Media may be recognized by the same Compact Disc ReWritable Ultra Speed logo on the disc label or packaging material.
Attempted writes to Ultra Speed CD-RW media using CD-RW drives NOT bearing the logo Compact Disc ReWritable Ultra Speed may result in data loss.
Contents
Introduction
Features....2
Important Precautions....3
System Environment 4
Location and Function of Controls....5
Installation
Installing the Drive 6
Device Drivers 11
Operation
How to Use the Discs 12
Appendix
Troubleshooting....13
Read Speed Control for CD-R Data CD....14
Specifications 15
■ Microsoft® and Windows® are trademarks registered in the United States and other countries by the Microsoft Corporation.
The company names and product names written in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive.
Features
• Enhanced-IDE (ATAPI) interface.
• Power tray loading and ejection of disc. (The disc can also be ejected manually.)
• Combination CD-R/RW and DVD-ROM Drive functions into one drive.
• Supports UDF for easy writing to CD-RW discs.
• Supports Region playback control Phase II.
• Supports Windows 95, 98, 2000, ME & XP/NT4.0.
• Supports Mt. Rainier.
• Automatic buffer underrun error prevention technology-SuperLink
- 52X max Writing (CD-R), 24X max ReWriting (CD-RW), 16X max Reading (DVD-ROM), and 52X max Reading (CD-ROM)*.
* Writing speed depends on capabilities of discs.
As a result, for ultra speed write/rewrite, you should use media labelled Ultra Speed Write/ReWritable discs
Package Items
| Item | Quantity |
| - Internal CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive | 1 |
| - CD Recording Software | 1 |
| - E-IDE (ATAPI) cable | 1 |
| - Audio Cable | 1 |
| - Mounting Screws | 4 |
| - Manual for CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive | 1 |
| - Quick Manual for CD Recording Software | 1 |
Introduction
Important Precautions
Follow these precautions when handling the drive or discs.
Precautions
- Please take notice that the manufacturer of this equipment does not offer any warranty against data loss due to inappropriate installation or handling, or direct or indirect damages.
- Please take notice that the manufacturer will bear no responsibility for direct or indirect damages caused by the use of this product or its malfunction.
- Please take notice that the manufacturer will bear no responsibility for damage to data caused by this product.
- Please backup (copy) all important data as protection against data loss.
Installation
- Avoid placing the drive in a location subject to:
- high humidity
- high temperature
- excessive dust
- mechanical vibration
- direct sunlight
We recommend using the drive in a horizontal or vertical position.
Do not use it in tilted position.
Operation
- Don't move the drive suddenly from a cold place to a warm one or raise the room temperature suddenly. Condensation may occur, causing abnormal operation.
- Make sure to remove the disc before moving the drive. The disc may be damaged, causing data loss.
- Be careful to prevent foreign objects, such as liquids or metal, from entering the drive. In case a foreign object enters the drive, please consult the dealer where the drive was purchased.
- Don't interrupt the electric power while the drive is operating.
- When connecting two IDE devices to the Primary or Secondary connectors, make sure that the two devices are not configured as both Master, or both Slave. If they are both set the same, Windows may fail to run or recognize the drives.
- The total length of the IDE cable should be no more than 18 inches (about 45 cm).
Introduction
Computer
System Environment
This unit can be operated in the system environment explained here.
| System requirements | CPU | 350MHz (or faster) Pentium (for high speed, 500MHz or faster recommended) |
| Memory | Windows 95/98 : 64MB or greater. Windows NT Workstation Ver. 4.0: 64MB or greater (128MB or over recommended) Windows 2000:64MB or greater(128MB or over recommended) | |
| Hard disk | 75MB or more free space. (The free space needed for writing depends on the quantity of data.) | |
| Interface | Enhanced-IDE interface (as Primary Slave, Secondary Master or Slave) | |
| Drive bay | 5.25-inch half-height bay required | |
| Power | +5V/+12V power socket required | |
| Software Required OS | Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP, Windows NT Workstation Ver.4.0 or later* | |
| CD-R, CD-RW discs | CD-R: LG, Ricoh, Mitsubishi Chemical, Verbatim, Taiyo Yuden, Mitsui Toatsu, TDK, Kodak, or SKC discs are recommended. CD-RW: Ricoh, Mitsubishi chemical, Verbatim, Imation, Sony discs are recommended. | |
□ Occasionally the CD-R and CD-RW discs written by the CD-R/RW drive cannot be read by other CD drives*. These unreadable discs may need to be read using the CD-R/RW drive on which they were written.
The disc written using the CD-R/RW drive might not be readable by CD-ROMs other than Multi-read compatible (UDF compatible) CD-ROMs. Multiread compatible (UDF compatible) CD-ROMs are:
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CD-ROMs that can read low reflectance.
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CD-ROMs that support Packet Write.
☐ Please note: Certain software (i.e. particularly those including Video playback) may require a considerably increased specification PC to give acceptable results. While this CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive can read DVD-video discs, decoding them to display on your pc's monitor requires separate MPEG decoding that is done by separate hardware (either an MPEG decoder card or MPEG decoding done by your video card), or separate software that you install to do MPEG decoding. These items are separate and are not included with this CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.
Install the supplied CD Recording Software before using this unit.
Software
DirectCD™ v2.5b(s)
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Location and Function of Controls

- Headphone Jack
- Volume Control
- Emergency Eject Hole
- Stop/Eject Button
- Disc Tray
- Drive activity indicator (Read/Write)

- Digital Audio Output Connector
- Analog Audio Output Connector
- Jumper Connector
This jumper determines whether the drive is configured as a master or slave. Changing the master-slave configuration takes effect after power-on reset.
- IDE Interface Connector
Connect to the IDE (Integrated Device Electronics) Interface using a 40-pin flat IDE cable.
NOTE : Do not connect or disconnect the cable when the power is on, as this could cause a short circuit and damage the system. Always turn the power OFF when connecting or disconnecting the cable.
- Power Connector
DirectCD™ v2.5b(s)
Before Installation
Removing the Computer Cover
Mounting the Drive
Installing the Drive
Before installing the drive, please note the following points.
■ You will need the following:
- A screw driver of a suitable size to fit the securing screws for the drive unit.
- The manual for the computer, so you can find the mounting positions for the IDE controller cable.
■ Turn off all peripheral appliances of the computer and the computer itself, and disconnect their power cords from the wall sockets.
■ Discharge any static electricity on your person by touching the computer covers, etc.
Make sure all peripheral devices of the computer and the computer itself are turned off, and then remove the cover. Refer to the manual for the computer for details about removing the cover.
NOTE : There may be sharp edges inside the computer so take care to avoid injury.
- Remove the 5 ^1/4 " drive bay panel from the computer. Refer to the manual for the computer for details.
- Insert the drive unit into the bay. Do not apply excessive pressure to the cables inside the computer.
- Secure the drive with the screws provided. If there is not enough space behind the drive, connect the IDE and other cables before securing the drive.

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graph LR
A["File"] --> B["Transfer to Desktop"]
B --> C["Storage with Data"]
C --> D["Final Display"]
NOTE : This is a general installation guide. If your PC hardware appears different, please consult your hardware manual for installing peripheral devices.
DirectCD™ v2.5b(s)
Jumper Setup
Before installation, set the jumper connector on the rear panel. The drive can be connected as the Master or Slave on an EIDE (ATAPI) interface. When several (up to four) EIDE devices are connected, each must be set in a unique way. Specific knowledge of hardware and software is necessary to install the drive.
NOTE : If two peripheral devices with the same settings are both connected to the Primary or to the Secondary EIDE bus, the host computer may fail to run or may malfunction. Careful attention is necessary.

NOTE : Only one jumper should be installed on the jumper connector. If more than one jumper is installed, the drive may malfunction or be damaged. Master/Slave setting is determined by jumper installation on the Jumper Connector. The following table shows the possible jumper settings.
| Name | Function | CS | SL | MA |
| MA(Master) | Drive set as Master | ○ | ○ | |
| ○ | ○ | |||
| SL(Slave) | Drive set as Slave | ○ | ○ | |
| ○ | ○ | |||
| CS(Cable Select) | Drive mode set by CSEL on the host IDE interface | ○ | ○ | |
| ○ | ○ |
If you use CSEL setting, the MASTER/SLAVE setting will be made automatically, depending on the hardware configuration. For details refer to the manual of your computer.
DirectCD™ v2.5p(s)
PC Connection
To Install as a Master Drive
The CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive connects to the motherboard of the host computer using an IDE interface cable. You may connect the CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive as a Slave or Master device, depending on your computer.
To install the drive as a Master, the jumper can be left as supplied from the factory.


NOTE : A hard disk is normally installed as the Primary Master on the EIDE (ATAPI) interface. Other EIDE peripheral devices such as hard drives and CD-RW/DVD-ROMs are then set differently.
DirectCD™ v2.5b(s)
To Install as a Slave Drive
To install the drive as a Slave, change the jumper setting on the rear panel to SL.

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Connecting the Power Connector
Connect the power cable from the computer's power supply to the socket on the drive unit, fitting the connector firmly into the power in connector. If there is no spare power cable available in the computer, you will have to purchase a splitter cable of a suitable type.

NOTE : Improper connection may damage the drive and void the warranty. Generally, the power connector can only fit one way.
DirectedD™v2.50(s)
Connecting the Interface Connector
Connect the 40-pin IDE cable to the back of the CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive, making sure the coloured (red) stripe on the IDE cable is connected to pin 1 on the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. Pin 1 is closest to the Power Connector.
NOTE : Generally, the IDE connector is keyed and will only fit one way.

Connecting the Sound Card
If the computer is using a sound card, the drive is connected to the sound card with an audio cable. The supplied analog audio cable fits most sound cards or one can be purchased at a local computer store.
Refer to the manual for the sound card for detailed information regarding connection.

Replacing the Computer Cover
When the installation of the drive unit is complete, replace the computer cover
Installation
Device Drivers
When using Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP or Window NT Workstation Ver.4.0, no special device driver is required.
Your system, upon Power On and bootup after installing and connecting the new CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, will recognize and load native software drivers automatically.
The DOS and Windows 3.1 users can download the DOS Device drivers anytime via internet.
For your information, please consult the following internet sites: http://www.lge.com http://www.lgeservice.com/drivers.html
For Windows 95/98/2000/ME/ XP Users
In order to ensure normal drive operation, please check the following:
- The drive is displayed in Windows 95/98/ME : [Control Panels]-[System]-[Device Manager]-[CD-ROM] Windows 2000/XP : [Control Panels]-[System]-[Hardware]-[Device Manager]-[DVD/CD-ROM-Drive]
• 32-bit is displayed in [Control Panels]-[System]-[Performance]
If the drive is not recognized by your computer, please check the following items.
- If a ① indicator is displayed on the IDE controller in [Control Panels]-[System]-[Devices Manager]-[Hard Disk Controller], you will need to contact your PC's manufacturer or the motherboard's manufacturer and get the appropriate IDE controller driver.
■ Run Add New Hardware in Control Panel to let PC search again for new device.
In order to ensure normal drive operation, please check to see if the drive is displayed on the IDE controller in [Control Panels]-[SCSI Adapter]-[Devices]
If the drive is not recognized by your computer, a ① indicator is displayed on the IDE controller in [Control Panels]-[SCSI Adapter]-[Devices], you will need to contact your PC's manufacturer or the motherboard's manufacturer and get the appropriate IDE controller driver.
For Windows NT Workstation Ver.4.0 Users
How to Use the Discs
When using CD-ROM discs, CD-R discs, DVD discs or CD-RW discs, don't attach any stickers or labels to the discs. Using discs with them attached not only causes read and write errors, but data on the disc may be lost due to damage to the disc itself.
The Discs in this unit operate at a very high speed! DO NOT use damaged, cracked or warped discs. The drive's optical unit may be damaged if they break.


DO NOT use non-standard discs. NON-standard discs may not play or store data properly.
This drive has a feature that allows the CD to be ejected manually if this becomes necessary in an emergency, such as failure of the drive or a power outage.
NOTE: Don't use this feature except in an emergency.
1) Turn the power to OFF.
2) Poke a fine-tipped object (such as a straightened heavy duty paper clip) into the small hole above the eject button. The front door will pop open and the disk tray will come partway out.
3) Pull the front door to open it all the way, then grip the disc tray between thumb and forefinger and gently pull it straight out.

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Illustration of a hand inserting a cable into a CD-ROM drive (no text or symbols visible)NOTE: This feature is a last measure to be used only in an emergency. Using it excessively will cause malfunction.
* If you cannot get a good grip on the disc tray with your fingers, use a steel binder clip or spring clamp to pull it out.
Emergency Eject
Appendix
Before Requesting Service
Troubleshooting
Before calling for service, check this list.
• The drive doesn't have power.
- Is the power supply cable from the host computer plugged in?
- Is the Power Connector to the drive securely attached?
• The system doesn't start.
- Are the Primary and Secondary connections and the Master and Slave settings correct?
• Is the total length of the IDE cable 18 inches or less?
• Is each connector completely attached?
Movement of the PC may loosen connections.
• Cannot Read or Write Discs.
- Is the condition of everything else in the system (CPU, hard disc, and others) as it should be? (See system environment page 4.)
- Does the CD-R, DVD or CD-RW disc have dirt or scratches?
- Did a screen saver or other application operate while writing to the disc?
• Is there enough free space on the CD-R/RW disc? - Does writing fail even using the simulation test?
- Is the disc loaded in the drive with the read/write surface facing the right direction? (label up)
• Is the drive installed in the correct orientation? - Was the drive or disc moved from a low temperature environment to a high temperature environment? (There is a possibility of condensation on the lens in the drive or on the surface of the disc.)
When you call for service, be prepared to give as much information as possible of your system, environment, and the specific problem. (What happened? When? How long? What was going on? Were there any error messages displayed? etc.)
Please Note: Since this product supports Region Playback Control Phase II, a certain MPEG decoder card or Software without regional code setting may cause this drive not to read DVD-ROM discs. This Drive enables you to change the regional code up to 5 times.
Read Speed Control for CD-R Data CD
The basic default reading speed for CD-R disc media in this drive is 40X. The Read Speed Control will allow you to select the maximum read speed (52X) for CD-R media, simply by pressing the eject button. Note that this function is only available with a CD-R data disc.
To enable 52X CD-R read speed, follow the chart below:
Flow Chart

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A["Open the Disc Tray"] --> B["Load CD-R Disc"]
B --> C["Close Disc Tray"]
C --> D["Initialize 52X READ"]
E["(Push Eject /▲ button)"] --> F["(Put CD-R disc on Tray)"]
F --> G["(Push and hold the eject ▲ button for more than 3 seconds)"]
H["The LED indicator turns on for 3 seconds."] --> I["The 52X maximum read speed for this CD-R disc has been enabled."]
I --> J["The Read Speed Control will allow you to select the 48X maximum read speed for CD-RW Data CD."]
J --> K["Ejecting this disc or turning off the PC will disable the 52X maximum"]
The drive will default back to the 40X CD-R read speed.
CAUTION:
The quality of CD-R data disc varies significantly from brand to brand (or brandless), as well as disc condition used over time. A disc that is poorly balanced or that may have cracks in it greatly increases the chance of disc failure or disc shatter when being read back at speeds higher than 40X, possibly causing damage to the drive.
Closely inspect discs you plan to use in the drive for any abnormalities or cracks. If you hear strange noise or sounds from the drive during operation, this could be a sign of an unbalanced or damaged disc and it should be removed immediately. LG Electronics does not warranty drive damage caused by faulty or shattered discs.
Specifications
| Items | CD/DVD/CD-RW | ||
| General | Supported Discs*Read Function*Write Function | CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, Audio CD, Mixed Mode (Audio and Data Combined), CD-I FMV, Video CD, Photo CD (Single and Multi -Session), CD-Plus/CD-Extra, CD-Text DVD-Single/Dual, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW | |
| CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, Audio CD, CD-I FMV, Video CD, CD-Plus/CD-Extra | |||
| Disc Diameter | 12cm/ 8cm, standard size CD's | ||
| Host Interface | E-IDE/ATAPI | ||
| Read/Write Speed | Write (CD-R, max 52X) : 4X, 8X, 16X, 24X, 32X, 40X, 52X Write (CD-RW, max 24X) : 4X, 10X, 16X, 24X Read (CD-ROM) : max 52X Read (DVD) : max 16X | ||
| Mounting direction | Horizontal/Vertical | ||
| Performance | Data transfer rate*Sustained*Burst(ATAPI) | CD: R/RW: 2700 to 6000 KB/s (18X-40X CAV)ROM: 3000 to 7800 KB/s (20X-52X CAV)DVD: Dual: 4460 to 10800 KB/s (3.3X-8X CAV)Single: 8700 to 21600 KB/s (6.5X-16X CAV)-R/RW, +R/RW: 3370 to 8100KB/s (2.5X-6X CAV) | |
| 16.67 MB/s (PIO Mode 4), 16.67 MB/s (Multi DMA Mode 2)33.34 MB/s (Ultra DMA Mode 2) | |||
| Average Access Time (Random) | CD-RW/CD-ROM: 100ms(Typical) | ||
| DVD(Single Layer) : 120ms(Typical) | |||
| Buffer capacity | 2 Mbytes | ||
| MTBF | 125000 Power On Hours (Duty Cycle 10%) | ||
| Audio Output | Line Output | 0.7 Vrms at 47 kohm | |
| Headphone | 0.6 Vrms at 32 kohm | ||
| Environmental Level | When operating | Temperature: 5 °C to 45 °C | Humidity: 10% to 80% R.H. |
| When not operating | Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C | Humidity: 5% to 90% R.H. | |
| Dimensions & Mass Conditions | Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.75"x7.27"x1.63" (146 x 184.7 x 41.3 mm) | |
| Weight | Less than 2lbs.(0.90Kg) | ||
| Electrical | Power | DC 5V, DC 12V | |
The drive's appearance and specifications may change without prior notice.
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Caution!
The disc rotates at high speed in the drive unit.
Use of worn, damaged, or non-standard CD-ROM discs can only adversely affect the drive and cause the disc to shatter or crush while in use.
Disc crush can only occur when you use a damaged CD-ROM disc in the drive. It is an extremely rare occurrence, but there are steps which can be taken to prevent it.
Always check your discs before inserting them into the drive.
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Take care not to use worn, cracked, damaged, warped or poor quality CD-ROMs, as this may cause damage to your drive.
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Check the clear plastic on the center of the disc, cracks here are the main cause of disc crush.
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Do not play CD-ROMs which are a non-standard (i.e. non-circular)shape, such as heart shaped discs, or discs in the shape of a business card.
How can you keep your discs from becoming damaged?
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When not in use, remove discs from the drive.
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Keep discs in the packaging supplied with them and out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources.
Excessive vibration or a sudden jolt to the drive during operation may cause a malfunction.
Avoid exposing the drive to sudden changes in temperature as it may cause condensation to collect inside the drive.

LG
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