E542 ® CD-R/CD-RW Drive ATAPI / Enhanced IDE Interface
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CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................... 7 Features ................................................................................................................... 7 Unpacking ............................................................................................................... 8 II. INSTALLATION .................................................................................... 9 ASUS CD-R/RW Drive Parts ...................
COMPLIANCE Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
LASER SAFETY This unit employs a laser. Do not remove the cover or attempt to service this device when connected due to the possibility of eye damage. LASER-SICHERHEIT In das Gerät ist ein Laser eingebaut. Nehmen Sie die Abdeckung nicht ab und versuchen Sie nicht, das Gerät zu reparieren, solange es angeschlossen ist. Es besteht die Gefahr einer Augenverletzung.
I. INTRODUCTION I. INTRODUCTION Features Introduction The ASUS CD-R/RW Drive is a new generation half height 5.25” internal CD-Recordable/ ReWritable drive with the popular Enhanced IDE interface. The drive is in fact a multi-function device, since it can be used as: • Fast CD-ROM reader • CD-Recorder, e.g.
I. INTRODUCTION I. Introduction Unpacking Unpacking If the ASUS CD-R/RW Drive package shows evidence of rough handling or damage and the drive does not function properly on initial startup, return the drive and damaged package to your supplier and request a replacement. Lift out the ASUS CD-R/RW Drive and remove the packing materials.
II. INSTALLATION ASUS CD-R/RW Drive Parts Front View II.
II. INSTALLATION Installation Precautions This CD-Recordable/Rewritable drive, like all electronic equipment, is static sensitive. II. Installation Precautions • Take the proper precautions when handling the drive, for example by touching the PC chassis before touching the drive. • Avoid touching the IDE connector pins, audio-connector pins, and jumper pins. • Keep the drive in its conductive wrapping until you are ready to install the drive in your computer.
II. INSTALLATION Installing the Drive 1. Turn off your computer, monitor and other peripherals. To disconnect your configuration completely from the mains, the mains plug has to be disconnected. NOTE: Open the cover flap of this booklet for locating the drive connectors and their orientation. II. INSTALLATION Drive 2. Remove the cover from your computer. Consult the manuals that came with your computer for specific details. 3.
II. INSTALLATION When you are planning to use 8 cm discs your drive should be mounted horizontaly or you should use an adapter (for information contact your local supplier). 4. You have several possibilities to install your IDE data cable depending on your existing configuration: II. Installation Drive A) Hard disk connected as Master to Primary IDE Port, CD-ROM connected as Master to Secondary IDE Port: Connect the CD-R/RW Drive as Slave to Secondary IDE Port.
II. INSTALLATION C) Hard-disc connected as Master to Primary IDE Port, CD-ROM connected as Slave to Primary IDE Port: Connect the CD-R/RW Drive as Master to Secondary IDE Port. Existing PC Configuration Primary Port Secondary Port Master Slave Hard Disk — — — II. INSTALLATION Drive JUMPER BLOCK PC Configuration After Installation C S M S Master Slave Primary Port Hard Disk CD-ROM Secondary Port CD-R/RW Drive — NOTE: Installation A is preferred for systems with an ID hard disk and CD-ROM drives.
II. INSTALLATION 6. Connect your (optional) audio cable, IDE data cable and the power cable into the back of the ASUS CD-R/RW Drive. Make sure you correctly align pin 1 of the cable to pin 1 of the connectors. POWER CABLE II. Installation Drive AUDIO CABLE (Digital or Analog) IDE DATA CABLE 7. Insert the ASUS CD-R/RW Drive into the drive bay. Using all the screws included in the bag to secure the ASUS CD-R/RW Drive into the bay.
II. INSTALLATION I. INSTALLATION Drive 8. Replace the cover. Connect the mains plug of your configuration. When you have successfully installed the drive and established all connections, turn on the PC. You are ready to run the selftest (see Appendix) and then install the software (refer to the software documentation for installation procedures).
III. CONTROLS Summary of Controls and Connectors Front View Recordable ReWritable OPEN/CLOSE PHONES WRITING VOLUME DISC IN ! ACTIVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Headphone Plug Connect your headphone to listen to audio or music discs (or tracks). 2 Headphone Volume Control III. Controls Front Turn the volume control to the right to increase the audio volume of your headphone.
III. CONTROLS Rear View MASTER SLAVE CABLE SELECT AUDIO OUT C S M R GND L S L A 8 9 10 IDE PIN 1 +5 11 DC INPUT GND +12 12 8 Digital Audio Out Definition Digital Audio signal Ground III. CONTROLS Rear Pin number 1 2 9 Audio Line Out Connector 1: Left 3: GND 2: GND 4: Right 10 Jumper Block These jumpers are used to select Master/Slave mode and Cable Select (see Appendix for more information). 11 IDE Connector 40-pin IDE ribbon cable connector (see Appendix for more information).
IV. OPERATION/TESTING Operating/Testing Your ASUS CD-R/RW Drive Loading and Unloading a Disc 1. To open the tray: Press the OPEN/CLOSE button. 2. Load a disc, with the label facing upwards. The tray accommodates discs with 8 cm diameter (CD-Single) or the more usual 12 cm discs (the 8 cm disc can only be used in drives mounted horizontally). 12CM (5”)DISC 8CM (3”)DISC OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON IV. Operation/Testing Loading/Unloading 3.
IV. OPERATION/TESTING Operating the ASUS CD-R/RW Drive Specific application software running on the computer platform in use, designed to work with the ASUS CD-R/RW Drive, must be used to be able to operate the ASUS CD-R/RW Drive correctly. Software Installation The installation and operation of the necessary software is dependent of the computer configuration in which the ASUS CD-R/RW Drive is to be used, e.g., PCs, Windows 95/98/2000, Windows NT, UNIX or other Operating Systems.
V. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Additional Information Care of Discs • When loading a disc, allow time for the door to open and then gently insert the disc. • Handle discs only by the outer and inner edges. • Never write with a ballpoint on the surface of the disc. • Do not store a disc in places with high temperature and humidity. Do not place the disc under direct sunlight. • Store discs in their cases to prevent dust contamination, scratches, bending and other damages.
V. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Emergency Eject In case of power failure or if the tray of your CD-R/RW Drive won’t open using the Open/Close button or your software, you may have to manually eject the tray. NOTE: Use the manual method only when necessary or as a last resort. Do not use this method in lieu of the Open/Close button when, for example, you forgot to eject the tray while the computer is on. Turn your computer back on to eject the tray, if possible. To manually eject the tray: 1.
V. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Interface Pin Table V.
VI. APPENDIX MASTER SLAVE CABLE SELECT AUDIO OUT C S M R GND L S L A JUMPER BLOCK • VI. Appendix Jumper Block Jumper Block IDE PIN 1 +5 DC INPUT GND +12 CSM S When a shorting jumper is in the “CS” (CSEL) position, the device will use the host interface signal CSEL to configure the device. C S M S • When the shorting jumper is placed in the “M” (MASTER) or “S” (SLAVE), the drive will be configured accordingly.
VI. APPENDIX VI. Appnedix Auto Selftest Auto Selftest • The auto selftest will execute a number of diagnostic tests and will be activated by pushing and holding Open/Close button for one complete Open/Close cycle of the tray. • The auto selftest can also be executed by holding the Open/Close button for about 4 seconds during power-up.
VI. APPENDIX VI. Appendix CD-R/RW Media Basic Principles of CD-R and CD-RW Media A blank CD-R or CD-RW disc is divided into areas (see illustration below). This differs from a prerecorded disc by the additional CD-R/RW area, which lies in front of the lead-in area. HOLE ADDITIONAL CD-R AREA LEAD-IN AREA PROGRAM AREA LEAD-OUT TRACK A Cross-section: A CD-R Disc A disc comprises different layers.
VI. APPENDIX VI. Appnedix CD-R/RW Disc The Additional CD-R/RW Area of a CD-R and CD-RW Disc The additional CD-R/RW area is divided into two areas: • The Program Memory Area (PMA) which mainly contains the track numbers of the tracks recorded with respective start and stop points. • The Program Calibration Area (PCA). Disc space for the CD writer to calibrate the laser energy needed for recording on the disc by means of a trial recording.
VI. APPENDIX VI. Appendix CD-R/RW Disc The possibility exists of making further recordings later. It would also be possible to declare the disc as fully recorded. In which case, the definitive table of contents (TOC) is written into the Lead-in. A Cross-section: Fully Recorded CD-R or CD-RW Disc The fully recorded CD-R or CD-RW disc has a program of 74 or 80 minutes playing time, a lead-in area with table of contents and a lead-out area. max. 59mm max. 58mm 25.00mm 23.
VI. APPENDIX VI. Appnedix Glossary CD-RW The Best Way to Create Your Own CDs —With Re-usable CD-RW • CD-ReWritable (CD-RW) gives you the opportunity to create your own CDs, in the best and most cost-effective way. CD-RW is, in fact, the logical extension of CD-Recordable (CD-R). Together, they give you the opportunity to run the media that best suits the job in hand. • CD-RW supports the recording of small packages of data, using incremental packet writing in the universal (UDF) file format.
VI. APPENDIX VI. Appendix Glossary CD-R Copyright acknowledgment: This part contain materials from “OSTA - Optical Storage Technology Association”. Published with permission. Optical Storage Technology Association 311 East Carrillo Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 - USA Tel.: (805) 963 3853 Fax.: (805) 962 1541 WWW: http://www.osta.org What is CD-Recordable? • CD-Recordable is compact disc technology that allows the user to create their own CD’s.
VI. APPENDIX What is Multisession CD? VI. Appnedix Glossary The principal purpose of multiple sessions is to allow additional data to be appended to a previously recorded disc. NOTE: Some older cd readers can read only the first session of a multisession disc. A session is defined as an area including lead-in, program data and lead-out.
VI. APPENDIX VI. Appendix Glossary Compact Disc Average Transfer Rates NOTES: 1. The normal CD (at n=1) transfer rate from the disc is 75 blocks per second. 2. The average transfer rates shown are in Bytes Per Second.
VI. APPENDIX • VI. Appnedix Glossary Recording in the Disc at Once mode eliminates the linking and run-in and run-out blocks associated with multisession and packet recording modes, which often are interpreted as uncorrectable errors during the glass mastering process. What is “Track At Once”? • Track at Once is a writing mode that allows a session to be written in a number of discrete write events, called tracks.
