Mitsumi FX Series User manual

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FX Series
CD-ROM Drive
INSTALLATION MANUAL
VERSION 9.1

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Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................... 3
Safety Information ............................................................................... 3
Care and Handling of Your Drive and Discs ....................................... 4
What You Need to Install the Drive.................................................. 6
Hardware Installation........................................................................... 7
Drive Installation Considerations ..................................................... 7
Device Configuration ....................................................................... 8
Software Installation.......................................................................... 10
Installation for Windows 95/98 ...................................................... 11
Drive Test and DOS Driver Installation ......................................... 11
What the Installation Procedure Does ............................................ 13
Custom Installation............................................................................ 14
Smartdrive - Disabling CD-ROM Disc Caching ............................ 15
Drive Operation ................................................................................. 16
If the Disc Tray Does Not Open ..................................................... 16
Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 17
Windows 95/98 and FX Series IDE CD-ROM Drives ...................18
The Drive Does Not Operate After Software Installation. ............. 19
CD-ROM Drive(s) Can No Longer Be Accessed By the System... 19
Error “Not Enough Drive Letters Available”.................................. 19
Error “CDR 101- Not Ready Reading Drive (X)”.......................... 20
Error “CDR 103- Not ISO 9660 or High Sierra Format” ............... 20
CD-ROM Sound ............................................................................. 20
Technical Support .............................................................................. 21
What to Do BEFORE You Call Technical Support:....................... 21
How and When to Contact Technical Support ............................... 22
FCC Information................................................................................ 23

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing an FX Series internal IDE CD-ROM drive. For
optimal performance and greater reliability, your new drive uses a combination of
Constant Angular Velocity (CAV) and Constant Linear Velocity (CLV) modes to
vary the spin rate, making it ideal for quickly installing software, running a CD-
ROM based database, or driving demanding multimedia applications.
FX Series CD-ROM drives are capable of reading compact discs meeting
international standards, such as Photo CD, ISO 9660, multi-session, CD-Extra and
XA (eXtended Architecture) discs. This manual was written to help you install and
use your CD-ROM drive. Please read it carefully before installing your drive, and
refer to it if you should have any difficulty with your drive in the future.
The FX Series internal CD-ROM drive connects with your PC system using the
new industry standard ATAPI/IDE (Advanced Technology Attachment Packet
Interface/Integrated Drive Electronics) definition. This standard allows a CD-ROM
drive to work with device drivers supplied by companies that write operating system
software (Microsoft Windows 95/98, NT, IBM OS/2, etc.).
This means that the CD-ROM drive can be controlled through an IDE interface
that may already exist in your system, either from the motherboard or an expansion
card. Some sound cards also provide an IDE connection; however, we recommend
connecting the CD-ROM drive to a PCI based IDE port for maximum performance.
If you already have an IDE interface controlling a hard drive, you may attach the
FX Series drive as a second device on its cable. Alternatively, you can connect the
FX Series drive to an IDE interface card. This may be required if all IDE connec-
tors are being used by built-in hard disk drives in your system. If you do not have an
IDE card, or if your IDE card is now controlling two hard drives on the same cable,
you will need a second IDE card to control the CD-ROM drive. Some newer IDE
cards may have two ports, supporting up to two devices each. Refer to your IDE
interface user manual for more information about your IDE ports and configurations.
We have created our World Wide Web pages to inform you of new developments
at Mitsumi. Please visit our Web pages on the Internet at www.mitsumi.com for
your drive’s specifications, the latest CD-ROM drivers, and technical support.
Safety Information
Please follow all safety warnings and instructions printed in this manual and on
the CD-ROM drive to avoid damaging your drive or harming yourself.
- Unplug the computer power cord from the wall outlet before doing anything

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inside the computer enclosure.
- Never attempt to service the drive yourself. There are no user serviceable parts
inside the unit. Opening or removing the cover can expose you to dangerous
voltage levels, laser beams, and other hazards.
- Do not attempt to open the unit. It will void your warranty. The laser beam used
by the CD-ROM drive can be harmful to the eyes. All service procedures should
be performed by an authorized dealer or distributor.
- Note that the noise level of compact disc audio is much lower than that of an
analog audio source. Do not attempt to set the speaker sound level by listening to
the noise level. Too high a setting can damage your speakers. Begin with the
sound level set low, then gradually increase the volume to the desired level.
Care and Handling of Your Drive and Discs
Front View
- Disc Tray: Opens and closes for disc loading and removal.
- Busy Lamp: On during data access or audio play.
- Headphone Jack: Accepts stereo mini plug.
- Headphone Volume Control: Adjusts sound level from Headphone Jack.
- Open/Close Button: Press to open or close the disc tray.
- Emergency Eject Hole: Use to open the disc tray only when there is no power
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Rear View
- Audio Line Out Connector : Stereo audio output to a sound card.
- Device Configuration Jumper: Sets slave/master setting.
- Interface Connector: Connection for 40-pin ribbon IDE interface cable.
- Power Supply Connector: Supplies power to the CD-ROM drive from a standard
PC AT power supply.
Drive Care
- Do not drop or jolt the drive. The lens and prism are delicate and can be dam-
aged by rough handling.
- Do not use your drive near any liquid, and don’t bring liquids near your drive.
- To clean the drive, use a clean, soft cloth, dampened with water, on the outside of
the drive only. Thinner, benzene, or alcohol-based solvents can mar the finish.
- Keep your drive away from dust and smoke. CD-ROM drives are susceptible to
airborne contaminants.
- Do not install your drive in a location that exceeds the maximum operating
temperature.
- For best results, use only discs that bear the logo:
- Never place anything on top of the disc tray except a disc. Do not push down on
the disc tray when it is open.
Disc Handling
- Keep your CD-ROM discs clean. Use a soft, clean cloth dampened with water or
a commercial disc cleaning solution. Dry the disc thoroughly before inserting it in
the drive.
- Wipe the discs radially, from the center straight out to the edge, NEVER in a
circular motion.
- A scratch in the shape of an arc could make your disc unreadable.
- Avoid touching the disc surface. Always handle discs by their edges.
- Never write on a disc with a ball-point pen or pencil. A scratch on the label side
of a disc can damage the data layer.

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- Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight, and avoid storing them in areas subject to
high temperature or high humidity.
- Store discs in cases to avoid dust, dirt, scratches, and bending.
- Never bend a disc.
What You Need to Install the Drive
Here’s a list of all the things you’ll need to install your CD-ROM drive:
- Your FX Series CD-ROM drive unit.
- 2~4 mounting screws, type M3, length 5mm (0.2 inch) maximum.
- 40-pin IDE interface ribbon cable with either 2 or 3 connectors on it. A 40-pin
ribbon cable (data cable) controls the CD-ROM drive and provides for data
transfer from the drive to the computer. The colored stripe on the cable desig-
nates pin one and should line up with pin one as marked on any port where it is
connected.
- Power Cable. A 4-wire cable runs from the power supply in your computer to the
DC power plug on the back of the CD-ROM drive.This connector is keyed so
that it plugs in only one way. If all the power connectors from your power supply
are used, you can buy a Y-splitter power cable at an electronics store.
- 3.5 inch floppy disk, containing device driver software and setup utilities for MS
DOS.
You may need:
- An IDE interface controller card.
- A second 40-pin IDE interface ribbon cable.
- Mounting rails.
If you have a sound card in your computer, you will probably want to hear stereo
audio through your sound card and speakers. In order to play audio from your CD-
ROM drive, you will need to connect the CD-ROM drive to your sound card with a
4-pin audio cable with an analog audio connector for IDE on one end and the
connector for your sound card on the other.
Because there are so many different kinds of sound cards, each requiring its own
type of audio connector, a suitable audio cable was probably not supplied with your
CD-ROM drive. Even if there was an audio cable included, it is possible that it will
not work with your sound card. Contact your sound card manufacturer for the
proper cable. Pin-outs are labeled on the back of the CD-ROM drive and are shown
in this manual.

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Hardware Installation
It’s always a good idea to perform computer hardware installation in a clean,
well-lit area. This makes it easier to see switches, jumpers, and cable connectors,
and less likely that you will lose screws or drop and damage delicate components.
First, turn off your computer and unplug the power cable. Turn off and unplug
any peripheral devices that may get in your way. Before touching any electrical
circuit boards, ground yourself by touching the computer chassis or power supply.
Loosen the cover screws and remove the cover from the computer case. Cases
vary widely, but the cover is usually secured by two or more screws. It may lift off
or slide off from the top, back, or side.
Drive Installation Considerations
The CD-ROM drive can be installed in either a horizontal or a vertical position.
The image below represents the vertical position. The newer models have 4 notches
in the tray to prevent your CD from falling off when your drive is mounted verti-
cally.
- If your drive has 4 notches, then it may be installed with the eject button at either
the top or the bottom.
- If your drive has only 2 notches, then mount it so that the notches are at the
bottom.
Before installing or removing the CD-ROM drive, make sure that there is no CD
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If your IDE port is currently controlling one hard drive, the hard disk drive
may be configured either as a single drive or as a master drive. Some hard drives
may require that their jumpers be changed in order to add a second drive to the same
cable. Refer to your hard drive manual, or call your hard drive manufacturer for
jumper settings.
Attach the spare connector on your hard drive ribbon cable to the IDE interface
port of the CD-ROM drive. The colored stripe side of the cable is pin 1.
in the drive and that the disc tray is closed.
Find an empty drive bay for your CD-ROM drive. Empty drive bays may have a
plastic or front plate; these covers can be gently popped out, or the mounting screws
can be removed. To determine whether you need to use mounting rails on the side
of your drive, insert the drive in the open drive bay from the front. If the drive fits
snugly with little or no clearance on either side of the drive, you do not need to use
mounting rails. The drive can be mounted directly on the chassis of the computer.
Simply secure the drive in place with the mounting screws.
CAUTION: Use only M3 screws, no longer than 5mm (0.2 inch).
If you must use mounting rails, line up the holes in the rails with the holes in the
side of the drive and attach with screws. Check the positioning of the rails by sliding
the drive into the bay before you connect any cables. Rails are usually available at
computer supply stores.
Device Configuration
You have three options for installing a new IDE device into your system:
Option 1: Attach the FX Series CD-ROM drive as a “slave” to the same cable
on which your hard disk drive is connected. (This is known as “daisy-chaining.”)
On the back of your CD-ROM drive you will find the device configuration
jumper. It is a set of six pins with a plastic jumper on two of them. There are three
jumper positions: CS (Cable Select), SL (Slave), and MA (Master). The CD-ROM
drive leaves the factory set as a slave. Use this default setting for this configuration.

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Option 2: Connect the CD-ROM drive to a second IDE controller port.
If your computer has more than one IDE port, it is a good idea to use separate
IDE ports for your hard drive and CD-ROM drive. This will ensure that your hard
drive’s performance and speed are not affected by having the CD-ROM drive on the
same cable. It will also be easier to add another CD-ROM drive to the second cable
later.
If your CD-ROM drive will be the only device attached to this cable on the
second port, set its configuration jumper to master. Connect a 40-pin ribbon cable
from the IDE interface port on the rear of the CD-ROM drive to the interface port on
the controller card or motherboard. Line up the colored stripe on the cable to pin 1
at both connections.
Option 3: Connect the CD-ROM to a 40-pin IDE port on a sound card.
Follow the instructions in your sound card manual. If you are getting the error
“Unable to Detect ATAPI IDE CD-ROM Drive,” then:
1. Make sure this 40-pin connection is not labeled Mitsumi. This is an old propri-
etary interface and is not compatible with our new IDE drives. Many older sound
cards will not have 40-pin ports for IDE CD-ROM drives.
2. Check to see if you have a second 40-pin IDE port on your motherboard. This is
probably causing a conflict with the IDE port on the sound card as both may be
set at Secondary IDE address 170 and Interrupt 15. Most systems will only
recognize the Primary and Secondary IDE ports. There can be only one Second-
ary IDE port enabled in the system. See Custom Installation for more informa-
tion about IDE.
The preferred choice is to disable the IDE port on sound card and run the 40-pin
cable from the CD-ROM drive to the second 40-pin IDE port on the motherboard.
Connect only the audio cable from the CD-ROM to the sound card. If the Mitsumi
IDE driver software was installed you don’t need to install the software again.
However you may need to reinstall the sound card software. If it asks about the CD-
ROM drive, choose NONE so the sound card does not look at its own IDE port for
the CD-ROM drive. or
Disable the second IDE port on the motherboard. Keep the CD-ROM drive 40-
pin cable connected to the sound card IDE port.
3. If you don’t have a second 40-pin IDE port on your system and you still get the
error, consult your sound card manual to find the IDE port address setting on that
sound card. Our software looks for address 170 and Interrupt 15 automatically.
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Configure the sound card at IDE address 170 and Interrupt 15. This may be
done with physical jumpers on the sound card that set the IDE port address and
interrupt. If there are none, you may be able to configure through the sound card’s
software utility program. If the sound card supports IDE channel 3 & 4, see Custom
Installation section for help. If you need further assistance call the sound card’s
technical support. All sound cards are unique and may require special instructions.
Software Installation
Once the CD-ROM drive is configured to your system, software installation is
simple and straightforward. The MS-DOS device driver makes all the necessary
modifications to your system to activate the information and utilities you can use if
things don’t go quite right.
Updates of the MS-DOS IDE device driver are available through our World
Wide Web site, www.mitsumi.com, as they are released. If you did not receive a
floppy diskette with the label that is pictured below, please download the driver and
utilities from our web page.
NOTE: The specifications for your CD-ROM drive are included as .pdf docu-
ments on the diskette and are also available through our Web site.
Please note that device drivers for Windows 95/98, NT, and OS/2 as well as
other operating systems are furnished by the operating system manufacturers. These
operating systems supply industry standard, general purpose ATAPI/IDE drivers for
CD-ROM drives. If you are going to boot directly into MS-DOS when using one of
these operating systems, the boot disk must have the driver installed for the CD-
ROM drive to be available.
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