Trouble shooting Power Calibration Errors
Usually I use Nero 6 to write my CD's because it is the one shipped with
my CD Writer. Some time Ago, I started getting many "Power Calibration
Error" error messages while writing LG cd's. I thought my CD writer is
having a problem. But fortunately, that wasn't the case. Here are the
possible reasons which may cause this error according to my experience.
- In 90% of the case, This error is due to Bad or Poor quality CD Media you
are using. Use a high quality CD like Sony Original CD-R or Professional
CD-R(cheap but best ). Don't use LG Cd's they are famous for their attractive
design and price, but fail in most cases with "power calibration error"
message.
- If you already have a poor quality media, try writing at extreme slow
speeds, for example my low quality LG CD-R collection (old stock) can be
written without problems using 8x or 4x speeds.
- Clean your CD writer lens, with a good CD cleaner disk. Use dry cleaner
disk rather than a solvent based cleaner disk.
- Some times (occasionally) trying other burning software's may help you.
For example, try using Easy CD Creator instead of Nero.
- Un-install and Try after re-installing your CD writer software.
- Check out your CD writers power connecting cables.
- As a last resort try an upgrade to your CD writers firmware.
- If everything else fails, throw your writer to a dustbin, and get a new
one.
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