Sony CDU948S manual

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    CDU948S CD-R Drive Unit User ’s Guide Mode d’emploi Bedienungsanleitung Manual de instrucciones Manuale d’istruzione © 1998 by Sony Corporation Rev . 1.0 BKC: 98000668 CDU948S CD-R Drive Unit User ’s Guide Mode d’emploi Bedienungsanleitung Manual de instrucciones Manuale d’istruzione[...]

  • Page 2

    This unit uses CD-R discs with the following mark. 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. Y ou are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Note: This equipmen[...]

  • Page 3

    Introduction This manual assists you with the 4x write / 8x read CDU948S drive which uses CD-R media storing up to 650 Mbytes of data. Features The drive unit has the following features: General ● 5 1/4 inch half-height drive form factor . ● Fast SCSI bus interface embedded (Based on SCSI-2). ● 2 Mbytes of buf fer memory . ● Power loading a[...]

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    Precautions ■ Installation ● A void placing the drive in a location subject to: – high humidity – high temperature – excessive dust – mechanical vibration – direct sunlight. Only horizontal drive operation recommended, not tilted. ■ Operation ● Do not move drive during operation, it may cause an error . ● A void exposing the dri[...]

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    Step 3: Finding the Connector The SCSI cable should have 1 or more unused connectors on the end opposite the adapter , as shown, find a connector not in use. W e recommend a connector at the very end of the 50 pin SCSI cable. Note: If no free 50 pin SCSI connector exists, see “Troubleshooting”, page 19. Step 4: Choosing the Configuration ■ SC[...]

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    The following table shows the function of each jumper . Notes: ● The upper row of pins is (without position KEY) is ground. ● Remove jumper to set OFF , install jumper to set ON. ● ID SELECT , PREVENT/ALLOW , and TEST MODE are recognized when the power supply is turned on or the SCSI bus is reset. ● TEST MODE is used exclusively for factory[...]

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    Step 7: Mounting the Drive Insert the CD-R drive into computer front as shown, routing cables accordingly . Secure drive to frame with appropriate screws. Note: Slide rails (not included) may be necessary if CD-R drive cannot cannot be secured. Refer to computer ’ s User ’ s Guide for more information. Step 8: Connecting the Power Cable Locate [...]

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    Software Installation Please refer to CD-R formatting software manual for instruction on software installation. CD-R formatting software must first be properly installed in order to write CD’ s with the CDU948S drive. Using Discs and Caddies Loading a Disc into a Standard Caddy 1 Press both tabs at opposite end to shutter to open caddy lid. 2 Pla[...]

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    Operating the Drive Assure application software is installed before using the CD-R drive. Starting Up 1 T urn on the power supply . 2 Insert caddy into drive slot with disc label facing up. Push gently until auto-load mechanism pulls caddy into drive. Impor tant: When loading a caddy , do not attempt to overpower the auto-load. As the drive begins [...]

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    T roubleshooting Should problems arise installing or operating the drive: ● Please verify the steps of this manual were carefully followed. ● If problem still exists, please confirm the items in “Checklist” below . Checklist Please verify the following: ● Power cable properly attached to drive, Step 8 on page 13. When properly connected, [...]

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    ■ Dimension diagram Important Screws must not extend more than 4.0 mm into the side panels or the bottom plate. Specifications 22 146 148.5 203 5 42.5 41.4 21.9 10 139.7 79.25 47.5 4-M3 Mounting screws 4-M3 Mounting screws 0.8 0.8 42.5 Unit: mm CD Caddy CD Caddy Specifications ■ General Host interface SCSI-2, single ended, 50 pin Supported Read[...]