Here I suggest you take a look at the Pawtec External USB 3.0 8X DVD-RW LightScribe Drive. What makes this drive so good it it’s modern (available in black, silver, red and orange) and uses USB 3.0 which has 10x faster data transfer than the older USB 2.0.

LightScribe is an optical disc recording technology that was created by the Hewlett-Packard Company. It uses specially coated recordable CD and DVD media to produce laser-etched labels with text or graphics, as opposed to stick-on labels and printable discs. Although HP is no longer developing the technology, it is still maintained and supported by a number of independent enthusiasts.

The LightScribe method uses the laser in a way similar to when plain data are written to the disc; a greyscale image of the label is etched onto the upper side of the disc. In the beginning, the discs were available only in a sepia color but today^[when?] are available in many monochromatic colors.

The purpose of LightScribe is to allow users to create direct-to-disc labels (as opposed to stick-on labels), using their optical disc writer. Special discs and a compatible disc writer are required. Before or after burning data to the read-side of the disc, the user turns the disc over and inserts it with the label side down. The drive's laser then burns the label side in such a way that an image is produced. (see Thermal printing; LightScribe uses a laser instead of a thermal printing head)

History[edit]

LightScribe was conceived by Hewlett-Packard engineer Daryl Anderson, and the coating's chemistry was developed by Dr. Makarand Gore,^[3] and brought to market through the joint design efforts of HP's imaging and optical storage divisions in 2004.^[4][5]

It was the first direct to disc labeling technology that allowed users to laser etch images to the label side of a disc. DiscT@2 technology had been on the market since 2002, but DiscT@2 allows users to burn only to the unused portion of the data side of the disc. In 2005, LabelFlash became the main competitor for LightScribe.

Various brands manufacture the required media. Dual Layer DVD+Rs are currently the highest-capacity disc to support the technology.^[6] There has yet to be any development of LightScribe Blu-ray discs.

Companies such as HP, Samsung, LaCie and LiteOn have discontinued or are phasing out LightScribe drives as of June 2013^[7] with only LG continuing to manufacturing drives; until the manufacturing of LG LightScribe drives was discontinued. As of 26 November 2013,^[2] LightScribe.com HP's official LightScribe website has been removed. This has been replaced with the following message:

Thank you for your interest in the LightScribe disc labeling technology. This website is no longer active. LightScribe software and disc utilities may be found on a number of public websites.

As of April 2018, the website returns a 404 error.^[8] As of November 2018, the website redirected to Hewlett-Packard's homepage. As of June 2019, HP Desktop PCs Customer Support still has an article of instructions and FAQ about LightScribe.^[9]

Mode of operation[edit]

The surface of a LightScribe disc is coated with a reactive dye that changes color when it absorbs 780 nm infrared laser light. The etched label will show no noticeable fading under exposure to indoor lighting for at least two years.^{[citation needed]} Optical media should always be stored in a protective sleeve or case that keeps the data content in the dark and safe from scratches. If stored this way, the label should last the life of the disc in real-world applications.

LightScribe labels burn in concentric circles, moving outward from the center of the disc. Images with the largest diameters will take longest to burn.

LightScribe is monochromatic, initially a grey etch on a gold-looking surface. From late 2006, LightScribe discs are also available in various surface colors, under the v1.2 specification. The etching is still in shades of grey.

It is not possible to replace a LightScribe label with a new design (as in erase the surface of the disc), but it is possible to add more content to a label that has already been burned.

The center of every LightScribe disc has a unique code that allows the drive to know the precise rotational position of the disc. This, in combination with the drive hardware, allows it to know the precise position from the center outwards, and the disc can be labeled while spinning at high speed using these references. It also serves a secondary purpose: the same disc can be labeled with the same image multiple times. Each successive labeling will darken the blacks and increase image contrast (see drawbacks). Successive burns are perfectly aligned.

Drawbacks[edit]

Special storage precautions are necessary to prevent LightScribe discs from fading. HP's LightScribe website warns users to 'keep discs away from extreme heat, humidity and direct sunlight', 'store them in a cool, dark place', 'use polypropylene disc sleeves rather than PVC sleeves', and also notes that 'residual chemicals on your fingers could cause discoloration of the label image'. Such chemicals include common hand lotions and hair care products.^[10] Users not observing these precautions have reported^{[example needed]} LightScribe discs to become visibly faded within two months in the worst case. This drawback makes the technology unsuitable for applications involving continuous handling, and for such popular uses as car music compilation discs, which typically have unavoidable high light and temperature exposure. Since many disc players present internal temperatures significantly higher than room temperature, LightScribe discs should also not be left in disc players for long periods of time.^{[citation needed]}

LightScribe discs may form a visible white powder coating. This is due to crystallization of some of the label-side coating. It is not harmful and can easily be removed with a water-dampened cloth. Wiping the disc with a damp cloth does not harm the inscribed label.^[11] At this point, LightScribe support has not explained which conditions lead to this reaction, nor the precautions that can be taken to avoid it.

Multiple LightScribes of the same image increases contrast, but the image quality decreases with successive burns. Noticeable contrast variations are seen in solid shades.

Other uses[edit]

A LightScribe optical drive was used by Maher El-Kady, a graduate of UCLA in 2012 to successfully turn a specially prepared graphite oxide layer coated onto a DVD into graphene.^[12] El-Kady and Richard Kaner, his lab professor, used an unmodified LightScribe drive. The disc was prepared by coating the disc with an aqueous solution of graphite oxide and allowing it to dry. Areas of the coating illuminated by the LightScribe laser were turned into graphene. Various shapes can be drawn, which allowed the scientist duo essentially to laser-print an ultracapacitor on graphene using consumer-grade technology.

See also[edit]

• LabelFlash, a similar but incompatible technology

References[edit]

1. ^'LightScribe - Downloads'. 31 October 2013. Archived from the original on 13 March 2009. Retrieved 24 December 2016.CS1 maint: BOT: original-url status unknown (link)
2. ^ ^ab'LightScribe'. 26 November 2013. Archived from the original on 26 November 2013. Retrieved 24 December 2016.CS1 maint: BOT: original-url status unknown (link)
3. ^'HP Online classes – Getting started with LightScribe'. H30187.www3.hp.com. Archived from the original on 2011-07-12. Retrieved 2010-02-14.
4. ^'HP LightScribe – frequently asked questions'. H71036.www7.hp.com. Retrieved 2010-02-14.
5. ^'HP's invention, due in drives soon, lets users burn labels directly onto discs'. Pcworld.com. 2004-01-12. Retrieved 2010-02-14.
6. ^'- Verbatim'. Retrieved 24 December 2016.
7. ^'Market availability of lightScribe drives'. Retrieved 2013-06-04.
8. ^'Not Found'. 27 September 2014. Archived from the original on 27 August 2014. Retrieved 24 December 2016.CS1 maint: BOT: original-url status unknown (link)
9. ^'HP Desktop PCs - Creating Disc Labels with LightScribe'. HP Customer Support. HP.
10. ^'Support: FAQ: Burning a Label'. LightScribe.com. Archived from the original on 2010-01-02. Retrieved 2010-02-14.
11. ^'Support: FAQ: Support and System Software'. LightScribe.com. Archived from the original on 2010-01-02. Retrieved 2010-02-14.
12. ^'Graphene information'. www.graphene-battery.net. 2013-04-15. Retrieved 2013-04-16.

External links[edit]

• U.S. Patent 7,172,991, 'Integrated CD/DVD recording and labeling', Daryl E. Anderson, Makarand P Gore, Paul J McClellan, Hewlett-Packard Development Company
• LightScribe.TV The LightScribe Video Training and Support Website

This drive has a different design than the previous models. The LightScribe labeling system has no ink to smear, no paper to curl, and no sticky adhesive to cause problems. Europe, Middle East, Africa. This drive has a USB 2. To remove an image from the label, click the image and then press Delete on your keyboard. 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. HP is aware of the recent vulnerabilities commonly referred to as “Spectre” and “Meltdown”.

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The software hp dvd 1040 lightscribe features tools to use the drive to burn labels onto LightScribe media. Support Forum Join the conversation! The estimated time to complete the label is displayed, along with a progress bar. How does HP install software and gather data? The LightScribe system software can be updated hp dvd 1040 lightscribe a later, more convenient time. Labeling software – this is software to create your label content and to send the label image to the LightScribe drive for burning.

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Hp dvd 1040 lightscribe the same reason, using circular text instead of straight text can also speed up burn times. Security software programs typically have small icons in the lower right corner of your desktop, next to the time. You can resize the image by clicking and dragging the sides or corners of the hp dvd 1040 lightscribe. Click Add Image and follow the on-screen instructions to browse to and select an image file. Will the LightScribe image fade or darken over time or with exposure to light?

If the logo or name is missing, your drive is not LightScribe capable. Use the arrow buttons to navigate to an image.

Click the Theme menu and choose one of the provided theme images. While you cannot replace a LightScribe label with a new design, you can add more content to a label that has already been burned.

The Virtual Agent is currently unavailable. Click the Select button to select a preinstalled picture. The LightScribe labeling system has hp dvd 1040 lightscribe ink to smear, no paper to curl, and no sticky adhesive to cause problems. Descargar skype en tablet bq gratis.

We will continue to update the bulletin as more information hp dvd 1040 lightscribe available and encourage customers to check the bulletin frequently. To change font size or style, or insert a picture, double-click the text and graphic buttons.

HP is aware of the recent vulnerabilities commonly referred to as “Spectre” and “Meltdown”.

In some cases, the settings in security software or the Internet browser may interfere when downloading and installing the update. When you are satisfied with the appearance of your label design, click LightScribe Print.

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hp dvd 1040 lightscribe This page requires Javascript. Enter information for the playlist: Using Draft or Normal dvs modes provides a shorter burn time, but also results in a lighter label. Temporarily disabling security software may help. In most cases, the less area you use, the less time it takes to finish burning the label.

If the drive door has the LightScribe name or logo on it, your drive is LightScribe capable.