EXP Computer CDG-821 User manual

CDG-821
USER’S MANUAL
EXP COMPUTER, INC.

EXP COMPUTER, INC.
EXP MEMORY PRODUCTS.
NON-TRANSFERABLE LIMITED WARRANTY
EXP COMPUTER INC., AND EXP MEMORY PRODUCTS("EXP")
warrants that the Quadruple Speed Portable CD-ROM(“products”)
manufactured or distributed by EXP to be free from failures due to
defects in materials or workmanship for full one year from the date of
purchase of the products.
This warranty is void if the product is damaged by abnormal or improper
use or by accident, abuse or if any attempt to repair or modify the
product without authorization from EXP. Your sales receipt or invoice,
showing the date of purchase and the name of the authorized reseller, is
your proof of the date of purchase. During the warranty period, EXP will
at its option, replace or repair, at no charge, the product which in its
opinion is defective.
Before you return the failed products, contact EXP. You must obtain a
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number by calling EXP
Computer Inc. At [phone]. The RMA number should be displayed
on the outside of the returned package and on the accompanying
packing list. EXP cannot be held responsible for any package returned
without the RMA number. You are responsible for packaging, providing
proof of the date of purchase and the shipping cost of the failed product
to EXP Computer, Inc. You are responsible for mailing the warranty
registration card. The warranty claims may not be honored if there is no
corresponding registration card on file at EXP.
IN NO EVENT WILL EXP BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, INCLUDING
LOSS OF PROFIT, LOSS OF SAVINGS; OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES
CAUSED BY PRODUCT OR FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT TO
PERFORM.
THIS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY APPLIES EVEN IF EXP HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME
SATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION IN
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
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. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the Distance between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CHANGE OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY
PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE
USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION

TRADEMARKS
SystemSoft is a registered trademark of SystemSoft Corporation.
CardSoft is a trademark of SystemSoft Corporation.
Phoenix is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies, Ltd.
Databook is a registered trademark of Databook Inc.
Cardtalk is a trademark of Databook Inc.
PCMCIA is a trademark of Personal Computer Memory Card
International Association.
MS-DOS, Windows, Windows 95, and MSCDEX are trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Photo CD is a trademark of Kodak.

CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................................................... 1
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS........................................................ 1
FEATURES ............................................................................... 1
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ..................................................... 2
FRONT PANEL OF THE CD-ROM DRIVE.................................. 2
REAR PANEL OF THE CD-ROM DRIVE..................................... 3
GAME ADAPTER........................................................................ 4
POWER SOURCE ............................................................................ 5
CONNECT THE AC ADAPTER................................................... 5
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES................................................... 6
REMOVING THE BATTERIES.................................................... 7
NOTICE ............................................................................... 7
HARDWARE INSTALLATION ........................................................... 8
INSTALL THE CD-ROM WITHOUT THE GAME ADAPTER........ 8
INSTALL THE CD-ROM WITH THE GAME ADAPTER............... 9
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ........................................................... 10
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR DOS/WINDOWS ................. 10
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS 95..................... 11
USING CD TRAVELER UNDER WINDOWS 95 ................ 11
JOYSTICK CALIBRATION................................................. 12
USING CD TRAVELER TO INSTALL WINDOWS 95......... 14
ENABLING 32-BIT CARD SUPPORT OF WINDOWS 95 .. 15
USING THE PCMCIA CD-ROM WITH A COMPUTER ...................... 17
HOW TO PLAY THE AUDIO CD....................................................... 20
TROUBLE SHOOTING...................................................................... 21
PCMCIA(PC CARD) SOFTWARE INFORMATION............................ 25
POWER SAVING.............................................................................. 27

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INTRODUCTION
The CD TRAVELER brings the latest in mobile computing technology to
notebook computer users with portability and convenience. The CD
TRAVELER is a CD-ROM drive compliant with the PCMCIA 2.1(PC
Card) standard. Featuring flexible power options, the CD TRAVELER
may operate on either AC power or batteries. The CD TRAVELER is
designed for both business and entertainment solutions.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
1. Notebook or desktop computer with a PCMCIA 2.1 Type I, II or III
slot.
2. MS-DOS Version 6.0 or higher with MSCDEX.EXE (for
DOS/Windows users only) or Windows 95.
3. I/O Port 200-207 must be available for the Game Port I/O.
FEATURES
§ Complies with PCMCIA 2.1
Standard
§ MSCDEX compatible
§ Easy-to-install device driver
software
§ Ultra slim PCMCIA Card
85.6 x 54.0 x 3.3 mm (Type I)
§ CD-ROM Drive
Size: 164 x 250 x 50mm
Weight ≤1.35 Kg
§ PCMCIA power consumption:
+5V/300 mA (Standby),
+5V/500 mA (max.)
§ Power source: AC adapter or
batteries (1.5V AA size x 8)
§ Battery life ≥3 hours. (CD-ROM
continuous video play)
§ Windows 95 Ready
§ Data capacity: 553MB (Mode 1)
635 MB (Mode 2)
§ Motorized front tray loading
§ Supports CD-Audio, CD-XA,
CD-ROM mode 1 and 2,
Multi-session Photo CD
§ Audio function: Headphone
output jack with volume control,
Audio line-in jack
§ Game Adapter
Size: 2.5:x 2.5”x 0.8”
Weight : 2 oz
Detachable design

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
FRONT PANEL OF THE CD-ROM DRIVE
•• Disc Tray:
This disc tray is used to insert the compact disc.
‚‚ Load/Stop button:
• Press this button to load the disc tray.
• When playing an Audio CD, pressing this button will put it into the
stop state.
ƒƒ Power Indicator:
• This indicator will light with a green LED when the power is on.
• This LED will blink when battery power is low.
„„ Play/Skip: (for CD Audio operation only)
• If the drive is in the stop state, pressing this button will activate the
drive to start playing.
• If the drive is in play state, pressing this button will skip to the next
track.
…… Headphone Volume Control Knob:
This rotary knob is used to adjust the volume of the headphone jack.
†† Power On/Busy LED:
This LED will light with a green LED when power is on.
This LED will blink when the drive is accessing the disc.
‡‡ Headphone Jack:
3.5mm audio headphone jack.

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REAR PANEL OF THE CD-ROM DRIVE
•• Interface Connector:
This interface connector connects to the PCMCIA interface card.
‚‚ DC in Jack:
This jack connects to the AC adapter.
ƒƒ Line out Jack:
This jack outputs audio signal to an amplifier.
„„ DC Source Switch
This switch select DC power source for the CD-ROM drive.
There are two sources to choose from battery or AC adapter.

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GAME ADAPTER
•• CD-ROM Connector:
This connector connects to the CD-ROM drive.
‚‚ Game Port:
This port connects to joystick or game-pad.
ƒƒ PC Card Connector:
Connector to PCMCIA(PC Card) interface card
CD TRAVELER WITH GAME-PAD AND PCMCIA CARD

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POWER SOURCE
The CD TRAVELER can be either powered by the AC adapter or by the
batteries as a flexible option. However, the AC adapter has a priority
over the battery in powering the CD-ROM. That means if you connect
the AC adapter, the CD TRAVELER will operate on it regardless if the
batteries are installed.
The CD TRAVELER will be turned on automatically when your computer
is powered on and the PCMCIA interface card is connected to the
computer and initialized. On the other hand, when you turn off your
computer or disconnect the PCMCIA interface card from your computer,
the CD TRAVELER will be powered off automatically. Such convenient
design ensures that users will not waste the battery power if the CD-
ROM is not in use.
The POWER LED indicates the power state, it will always light up when
the power supply is in the normal condition. The LED will flash if the
power is insufficient caused by a malfunctioning AC adapter or if the
batteries are reaching the end their service life. In this case, remove
the old batteries and replace with new batteries, or check your AC
adapter to see if it is defective or improperly connected.
CONNECT THE AC ADAPTER
1. Connect the AC adapter plug to the DC IN jack at the rear panel of
the CD-ROM.
2. Attach the AC adapter to the AC power outlet.
CAUTION
Use only the AC adapter provided with this unit. Using the
incorrect AC adapter will result in permanent and unpredictable
damage to the CD TRAVELER.

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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
The CD TRAVELER requires eight AA size batteries (not included) for
operation. When using alkaline batteries, the battery life may last for
more than 3 hours if the CD TRAVELER is used in CD-ROM mode, it
can be even longer when the CD TRAVELER is used in CD-Audio
mode. You can also use NiCad rechargeable battery’s which have a
shorter service life. Both the rechargeable battery and the re-charger
are NOT provided with this unit.
To install the batteries, follow the instruction below:
1. Remove the disc from the CD-ROM.
2. Power off the CD-ROM by disconnecting the PCMCIA interface card
from your computer.
3. Turn over the CD-ROM drive and place horizontally.
4. Press and slide the battery lid in the direction of the arrow to remove
it. (As shown in Figure 3)
Figure 3
5. Install eight fresh AA batteries in the order as illustrated in Figure 4,
and make sure polarities are aligned properly. It is recommended that
you follow the order in the illustration to install the batteries with ease.
6. Please note that the battery ribbon must be arranged as shown in
Figure 4. Otherwise, it will be difficult to remove the batteries.
7. Replace the battery lid.

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Figure 4
REMOVING THE BATTERIES
1. Remove the battery lid by sliding the cover in the direction of the
arrow as shown in Figure 3.
2. Lift up the battery ribbon to eject the batteries from the battery
compartment.
NOTICE
• Use only the AC adapter provided with this unit.
• If you will not use the unit with the AC adapter for a long period of
time, disconnect it from the AC power outlet.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, or different type of batteries
(carbon and alkaline, etc.)
• Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and dispose
of them properly.
• If you will not use this unit for a long period of time, remove the
batteries and store them in a cool, dry place.
• Thoroughly clean the battery compartment before inserting new
batteries.

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
INSTALL THE CD-ROM WITHOUT THE GAME ADAPTER
1. Connect the PCMCIA interface card to the CD-ROM drive. Press
firmly until the CD-ROM connector is seated, and tighten the two
screws on the cable connector.
2. Place the CD-ROM drive in the horizontal position. The CD-ROM is
designed to operate only in the horizontal position. Operating the CD-
ROM drive in any abnormal position is not recommended.
3. Make sure that the cable of the PCMCIA interface card is firmly
connected to the interface connector at the back panel of the CD-
ROM drive.
4. Locate the PCMCIA slot of your computer or consult your computer
user’s manual for its location.
5. Align the PCMCIA interface card with
the arrow sign pointing toward the
computer’s slot. (Please note that the
card is keyed to guide for proper
insertion.) Figure 5
6. Slowly insert the PCMCIA interface card into the slot and press firmly
until the connector is seated.
7. Turn the system ON to install the CD TRAVELER device driver.
Please follow the Software Installation procedures.
NOTICE
You should connect the PCMCIA interface card to CD-ROM drive first
before inserting the PCMCIA interface card into your computer. DO NOT
connect/disconnect the CD-ROM PCMCIA interface card to/from the
CD-ROM drive when the system is in the power-on state.

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INSTALL CD-ROM WITH THE GAME ADAPTER
1. Connect the game adapter to CD-ROM drive, and tighten the two
screws on the game adapter.
2. Connect the joystick or game-pad to game port
3. Connect the PCMCIA interface card to the Game Adapter, and
tighten the two screws on the cable connector.
4. Place the CD-ROM drive in the horizontal position. The CD-ROM is
designed to operate only in the horizontal position. Operating the CD-
ROM drive in any abnormal position is not recommended.
5. Locate the PCMCIA slot of your computer or consult your computer
user’s manual for its location.
6. Align the PCMCIA interface card with the arrow sign pointing toward
the computer’s slot. (Please note that the card is keyed to guide for
proper insertion.)
7. Slowly insert the PCMCIA interface card into the slot and press firmly
until the connector is seated.
8. Turn the system ON to install the CD TRAVELER device driver.
Please follow the Software Installation procedures.

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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR DOS/WINDOWS 3.1
The INSTALL program helps you install the device driver into the
computer easily. Please follow the instructions below to proceed with
automatic installation.
1. Insert the device driver diskette into a floppy disk drive on your
computer.
2. Change the working directory to the floppy drive containing the
device driver diskette by typing “A:”or “B:” then press ENTER.
3. At the DOS prompt (A:\> or B:\>), type “INSTALL” followed by the
ENTER key.
4. Press ENTER or click on the OK button to continue. When the
opening screen appears, a dialog box will be displayed for you to
specify the 1), directory to install the device driver; 2), the DOS
directory to specify the location of the MSCDEX driver, 3), the
I/O port and 4),the IRQ desired for the CD TRAVELER. Enter the
directory you select to install the driver and press the TAB key to
forward to the next field to indicate the DOS Directory. Press the
TAB key again to set the I/O port. The default setting of the I/O
ports are (320-32F and 200-207). After completing the selection,
click on the Install button to continue.

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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS 95
If your computer does not have Windows 95 installed yet, please refer to
the section titled “Using CD TRAVELER to Install Windows 95”.
USING CD TRAVELER UNDER WINDOWS 95
The following dialog box will appear when you are using the CD
TRAVELER under Windows 95 for the very first time.
If the dialog box does not appear and the CD-ROM folder can not be
found in My Computer, please refer to the section titled “Enabling 32-Bit
Card Support”.
Figure 7
Select “Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer” and click
on OK button, Windows 95 will then prompt you to insert the
manufacturer’s installation disk. Insert the CD TRAVELER device driver
disk into your floppy drive. Specify the directory as A:\ or B:\ whichever
containing the diskette and select OK.
When the next dialog box appear, select “Portable CD-ROM” or
“Portable CD-ROM + Game “ and click on the OK bottom.

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Follow the on-screen instruction to continue. After finishing, remember
to shutdown Windows and restart your computer if you are using the CD
TRAVELER to install Windows 95.
JOYSTICK CALIBRATION
After the installation procedure has been completed, please check to
see if the Game Port is functioning correctly by performing the following
steps.
1) Select Control Panel from My Computer.
2) Select Joystick.
3) Click on “Calibrate...” and then “Test...”.
4) Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the joystick calibration.
If the PCMCIA Game card is not connected properly to the PCMCIA
socket, clicking on the Joystick icon will cause nothing to happen.
On the other hand, if the PCMCIA Game card is not connected properly
to the joystick, “Calibrate...” and “Test...” will not be displayed, and you
will not be able to calibrate the joystick at all.

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GAME-PAD CONTROLLER DESCRIPTION
NOTICE
1. The I/O address 200-207 of your computer must be available, or the
Game port will not work properly.
2. It is not necessary to connect the CD TRAVELER every time you
reboot your computer; plug it just when you need to use it.
3. Even you install the CD-ROM + GAME driver, you are allowed to
use the CD-ROM without the Game Adapter attached.

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USING CD TRAVELER TO INSTALL WINDOWS 95
If you are about to upgrade your operating system from DOS/Windows
to Windows 95 using the CD TRAVELER, the CD TRAVELER DOS
device driver as described in the “Software Installation for
DOS/Windows” section should be properly installed first before
proceeding further. Then, perform the following steps to install Windows
95.
1. Start Windows 3.1.
2. Insert the Windows 95 CD into the CD TRAVELER.
3. Run File Manager and select the CD TRAVELER drive.
4. Find and double-click the file setup.exe.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of
Windows 95.
6. After the installation is completed, please refer to the next section
titled “Enabling 32-BIT CARD SUPPORT”.

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ENABLING 32-BIT CARD SUPPORT OF WINDOWS 95
Your system should be ready for PCMCIA socket support prior to
operating the CD TRAVELER. To check whether your computer is
PCMCIA Socket supported, first, double-click on the “System” icon from
“Control Panel” folder (you can select the “Control Panel” under
“Settings” from the “Start” menu to open the “Control Panel” folder).
Click on the Device Manager Tab. If “PCMCIA Socket” is found with a
cross (x) sign next to the PCMCIA Controller as Figure 9, it means the
PCMCIA device driver is not using 32-Bit Card Support.
Figure 9
In this case, double click on the PCMCIA Controller, and a dialog box
will be displayed as below. Please place a check mark next to the
current configuration of Device usage box, then select OK.