CD-R/RW Drive CRW8824SX SERIES OWNER’S MANUAL BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MODE D’EMPLOI MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
FCC INFORMATION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Fax: Type of Equipment: Model Name: Yamaha Corporation of America 6600 Orangethorpe Ave. Buena Park, CA 90620 714-522-9011 714-228-3913 CD Recordable/Rewritable Drive CRW8824SX This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
LASER INFORMATION Laser Diode Properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: 780-787 nm Emission Duration: Continuous Laser Output Power: Less than 44.6 µW* * This output is value measured at a distance 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up block.
CRW8824SX SERIES OWNER’S MANUAL i English CD-R/RW Drive
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING These precautions explain how to use the device correctly and safely, thereby preventing injury to yourself or to others. This section has been sub-divided into a WARNING section and a CAUTION section, according to the likelihood and nature of any potential injuries or damage inflicted. They relate to your personal safety, and also help you minimize the risk of damaging the device. Please read these sections carefully before proceeding.
CAUTION Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: ● Always unplug the computer from the electrical outlet if it will not be used for a prolonged period of time or if there is a risk of lightning. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, short-circuiting or fire.
■ About CD-R/RW discs Please read the following regarding the handling of CD-R/RW discs. 1. Do not expose discs to excessive heat or vibrations or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight or near a heater). 2. Do not touch disc surfaces. When handling a disc, hold it by its edges. 3. Remove dust and dirt from disc surfaces. Use air-based dust removers. The surfaces may be scratched if wiped with a dry cloth. 4. Do not write or stick labels on disc surfaces except where indicated. 5.
Table of Contents Setup Flowchart .................................................................. 1 Windows Users ............................................................................... 1 Macintosh Users ............................................................................. 2 Introduction ....................................................................... 3 Features of the CRW8824SX Drive ................................................. 3 System Configuration .........................
24X: 3,600 KB/sec Setup Flowchart These flowcharts show the procedure for setting up the CRW8824SX drive. For easy cross-referencing, the relevant pages in this manual are also given. Windows Users STEP 1 Do you have a SCSI adapter card? STEP NO 1-1 Obtain a SCSI adapter card Recommended models: Adaptec AHA-2940-series (PCI) YES STEP Check that the SCSI adapter 2 card is recognized correctly Go to Control Panel | System | Device Manager tab.
Setup Flowchart Macintosh Users STEP 1 STEP Does your Macintosh have a built-in SCSI connector? NO 1-1 Obtain a SCSI adapter card Recommended model: Adaptec PowerDomain 2930U (PCI) YES STEP Set up the CRW8824SX drive 2 1. Set the switches at the rear of the drive. (P.10, 11) 2. Connect the SCSI and power cables, then switch the drive on. (P.
Introduction Features of the CRW8824SX Drive High speed CD-R/RW discs can be written/rewritten at up to 8X speed. For example, an audio CD (74 minutes/650 MB) can be created in approximately 10 minutes. Data reading at up to 24X speed is supported. CD TEXT support CD TEXT is a capability that adds text data to an audio CD. Information such as the song name or artist name can be recorded using writing software.
System Configuration In order to use the CRW8824SX drive, your computer system will need to meet the following set of requirements. Computer The minimum system requirements for using the CRW8824SX drive are as follows: ● For PC/AT-compatible computers: OS: Windows 95/98/98SE (Second Edition), Windows NT4.0 with Service Pack 3 or later, Windows 2000. CPU: Pentium-class or better, 200MHz or faster. RAM: 32MB (64MB recommended). ● For Macintosh computers: OS: Mac OS 8 to Mac OS 9.
System Configuration Software The software requirements for using the CRW8824SX drive are as follows: ● CD writing software. This software must support the CRW8824SX drive for writing to CD-R or CD-RW. n For details about how to install and use the software, refer to the documentation that came with it. n Please verify the settings for your system setup (hardware, OS, etc.).
System Configuration Discs The CRW8824SX can write to discs that carry the following logos. CD-R discs*1 The CRW8824SX can write to these discs at 8X, 6X, 4X, and 1X speeds. These discs can be played back in a CD-ROM drive or a CD player. n When writing at 8X or 6X speeds, please use “high-speed writing capable” discs. CD-RW discs*2 There are two types of CD-RW discs: those that support write/rewrite speeds of 4X, 2X and 1X, and those that support only 2X.
System Configuration About CD-ROM A CD-ROM disc is a compact disc containing high-density read-only data. It has many applications, including the playback of music and video, the archiving of data, as well as on-line documentation. The following are descriptions of each CD-ROM format: CD-DA: Up to 74 minutes of stereo audio is written in 16-bit resolution at a sampling rate of 44.1kHz (for a 74 minutes disc). Data CD: Up to 650 megabytes of computer data is stored in standard ISO9660 format.
Front and Rear of Unit Front Panel The CRW8824SX drive’s front panel features the following: Power switch Press this button to power up the drive or to turn it off. Headphone jack You can connect stereo headphones to this stereo mini jack and listen to audio CDs loaded in the drive. Manual Eject hole Only use this if no other method is available for unloading a disc. (P. 23) Disc tray The tray is used to hold the disc. It slides out from the drive unit when a disc needs to be loaded or unloaded. (P.
Front and Rear of Unit Rear Panel The CRW8824SX drive’s rear panel features the following: SCSI connectors Connect either of these to your computer’s SCSI adapter card using the SCSI cable. The other connector can be used as a pass-through when daisychaining more SCSI devices to it. It can be left vacant if your drive is the last device on the SCSI chain and is terminated. (P.
Installation This section gives a step-by-step guide to setting up your CRW8824SX drive. First Steps Before connecting your CRW8824SX drive to your computer, you need to set up the drive using the switches located at the rear of the unit. You’ll need to set the following: ● SCSI ID number ● Termination 1 SCSI ID number Each of the SCSI devices connected to the computer is identified by its SCSI ID number. You need to assign a number from “0” to “7” for each SCSI device.
Installation 2 Termination Terminators prevent SCSI signals from being reflected off the last device in the chain. The SCSI terminator switch should be set to “ON” if your CRW8824SX drive is the last device on the SCSI chain. If it is not the last device on the chain, the TERMINATOR switch should be set to “OFF.” Computer Hard disk drive (unterminated) CRW8824SX SCSI adapter card Terminator ON n By factory default, the Terminator switch is set to “ON.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive There are three stages to setting up your CRW8824SX drive. ● Installing a SCSI adapter card You will need to open the casing of your computer and insert a SCSI adapter card (sold separately) if one has not been installed already. n You will need a Phillips screwdriver to open the casing of the computer and to secure the SCSI adapter card in its slot. ● Connecting the drive You will need to connect your CRW8824SX drive to your computer’s SCSI adapter card using a SCSI cable.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive Installing a SCSI Adapter Card 1 Power down your computer and unplug it from the AC outlet. If you proceed without doing this, you run the risk of receiving an electric shock and/or short-circuiting and damaging components including the CRW8824SX drive. 2 Remove the outer casing of the computer. If you need to remove screws in the process, make sure you don’t lose them. n The method for removing the casing can vary depending on the manufacturer.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive 3 Touch a metal part of the computer’s chassis or power supply unit to drain any static charge that may have built up inside your body. Drain any static charge You can permanently damage equipment if you touch it while there is any static charge in your body. 4 Locate a free slot for the SCSI adapter card and use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw holding the slot’s blanking plate.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive 5 Insert your SCSI adapter card into the slot using both hands. Make sure it is seated firmly in the slot. Then secure the card by replacing the screw used for the blanking plate. Replace screw Insert SCSI adapter card 6 Attach the outer casing of the computer and any screws that were removed. Then reconnect the computer to the electrical outlet but do not power it up yet.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive Connecting the Drive 1 Connect one end of the SCSI cable to your SCSI adapter card.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive The CRW8824SX drive requires a D-sub half-pitch 50-pin pin-type connector. The connector of your SCSI adapter card may vary. You will need to obtain a SCSI cable with connectors suitable for both your drive and your SCSI adapter card.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive 2 Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the rear of your CRW8824SX drive. Either SCSI connector may be used. SCSI connector Connect SCSI cable 3 Connect the D-shaped end of the included power cable to the power connector at the rear of your CRW8824SX drive. Connect the other end of the cable to an electrical outlet. Electrical plugs/sockets vary according to country/region.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive 4 Power up your CRW8824SX drive first, then your computer. Power ON Always power up the devices in your SCSI chain before powering up your computer. This will ensure that they are recognized by the computer’s operating system. Do not disconnect any devices in your SCSI chain while the computer is on.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive Verifying the Hardware Installation Windows Users 1 When the computer’s operating system is loading, your SCSI adapter card will be recognized and you will be prompted to install the drivers for it. Follow the on-screen instructions and choose to reboot your computer at the end of the driver installation procedure. n For further details about installing the drivers for your SCSI adapter card, refer to the documentation that came with it.
Setting Up The CRW8824SX Drive 3 Double-click “YAMAHA CRW8824S” listed under “CDROM” (in Windows 95/98/98SE) and click the Settings tab. Check the “Sync data transfer” checkbox. With “Sync data transfer” enabled, the data transfer between your CRW8824SX drive and your computer is synchronized, meaning that the maximum possible data transfer rate can be achieved. n Refer to the documentation that came with your SCSI card for further details. n When using Windows NT4.
Operation This section explains how to operate the CRW8824SX drive after you have installed it. Loading a Disc 1 2 1 Press the Eject button on the CRW8824SX drive’s front panel. 2 Place the disc onto the tray with its label or printing facing upward. 3 Press the Eject button to close the tray. n When a disc is loaded, the ON/DISC LED is lit up in orange first, then changes to green. For more details, refer to page 30. n Do not push or pull the tray using excessive force.
Operation Manually Ejecting a Disc in an Emergency If the disc tray fails to open for some reason, such as a power outage, it can be opened manually. Manual Eject hole Paper clip You should only attempt to eject a disc manually as a last resort. Malfunctions may occur if you do this too frequently. 1 Power down the computer and the CRW8824SX drive. 2 Find a pin-like tool with a diameter of 2mm or less to fit through the Manual Eject hole on the drive’s front panel.
Troubleshooting Please also refer to the YAMAHA CD-R/RW Drives web site for more information. YAMAHA CD-R/RW Drives web site URL: http://www.yamaha.co.jp/english/product/computer/ http://www.yamaha-yste.com/ (Europe) The drive does not power up. ● Is the drive’s power cable attached correctly? The computer does not start up. ● Is the SCSI card installed correctly? Please read the documentation that came with your SCSI card for details. The CRW8824SX drive is not recognized.
Troubleshooting ● Are the pins and holes on the SCSI connectors straight and not deformed? Check the connectors. ● Is the terminator on the CRW8824SX drive set correctly? It should be set to ON only if it is the last device on the SCSI chain. Otherwise, it should be set to OFF. (→P. 11) ● To write to CD-R/RW discs, your CD writing software must support the CRW8824SX drive. To find out if it does, contact the manufacturer of your CD writing software. The disc tray does not come out.
Troubleshooting Errors occur when backing up at 6X or 8X speed from a separate CDROM drive to the CRW8824SX drive. ● A possible reason is that the CD-ROM drive is not suitable. Please use a highspeed CD-ROM drive. However, for various possible reasons, you may still encounter errors even if you are using a 32X or 42X speed CD-ROM drive. Therefore, before writing directly at 6X or faster speed, you should check that it is possible to do so by choosing to test before writing.
Appendix Writing Modes Disc-at-Once (DAO) This mode is used when writing a complete disc in a single pass without pausing. Data cannot be added later, even if the full capacity of the blank disc has not been used.
Appendix Session-at-Once (SAO) As a writing method that combines the advantages of the above-mentioned “Discat-Once” and “Track-at-Once,” you can combine multiple tracks into one session and write them, and then add additional data. For example, this is the writing method used to create a CD EXTRA format CD. The audio tracks will be recorded in the first session and the data will be recorded in the second.
Appendix About the Firmware The “firmware” is a small piece of software built into the CRW8824SX drive, and is used to control its basic operation. Since it resides in flash memory, it can be overwritten and updated. To ensure the correct operation of the CRW8824SX drive, updates to the firmware will be made available. You can find information about the most recent firmware for the drive on YAMAHA CD-R/RW Drives web site. URL for YAMAHA CD-R/RW Drives web site http://www.yamaha.co.
Appendix Macintosh Users Use your CD writing software to check the firmware version of your CRW8824SX drive. For details on how to use the software, see the documentation that came with it.
Appendix CRW8824SX Specifications Supported Formats Write Read Play (*4) CD-DA CD-G CD TEXT CD-ROM (*1) Mixed Mode CD-ROM (CD-ROM+CD-DA) CD-ROM XA (*1) Photo CD (*1) Video CD CD-i CD EXTRA *1: includes multisession (*4) (*4) (*4) (*4) (*2) (*3) (*4) *2: suitable disc required *3: suitable application software required *4: suitable application software required for playback Note) Excludes ADPCM Encode/Decode & Video Encode/Decode functions Writing Methods Writing/Reading Speed Disc-at-Once (DAO)
Appendix Data Buffer Size 4MB (1,332 sectors) Average Random Access Time 140 msec (reading) Sector Size 2,048 ~ 2,352 B Interface SCSI-3 (Ultra SCSI) Installing style Horizontal Disc Loading Type Tray loading Audio Out Line Out Frequency Range: 20 ~ 20,000Hz Output Level: 1 Vrms Voltage Rating 100 ~ 240V AC Current Draw 0.4 A Power Consumption 17W Operating Environment Temperature +5 ~ +35°C Humidity 25 ~ 80% RH (no condensation) Dimensions (includes projection) Width: 193.
Appendix Index A R Active Desktop ................................................. 26 READ/WRITE LED ............................................ 8 Rear Panel .......................................................... 9 B S BIOS ................................................................. 24 Buffer Underrun ............................................... 26 CD TEXT ........................................................... 3 CD-DA ...............................................................
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