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Ph il ips Interactive Media Systems

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MMC module Technical Data
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This equipment generates, uses, and radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
interference to radio communications. It has been
tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A
computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of
FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause interference in
which case the user at his own expense will be required
to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct
the interference.
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CHAPTER 1.
INTRODUCTION AND
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
1-1. Introduction to CD-I ...............•... 1-1
1-2. The CD-I System ...........•.•......•... 1-3
1-3. Installation ........................... 1-10
1-4. Additional information .....•........... 1-16
Appendix. Reference Material ..................... 1-21
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1. Introduction
1-1-1. CD-I
The Compact
Disc Interactive (CD-I) standard for the
Compact Disc offers a flexible combination of audio,
video, text and data, involving for example
database-oriented information and computer programs,
for interactive and real-time operation on essentially
self contained and easy-to-use CD-I systems, used in
conjunction with domestic audio equipment and
television receivers.
From a technical point of view, CD-I is a logical
extension of CD-ROM. And from users point of view, it
is a logical evolution of Compact Disc. It is therefore
firmly based on the well known and universally accepted
Compact Disc standard.
CD-I is based on a complete and self-contained
specification offering full disc-player compatibility
and taking into account the installed base of mass-
produced video and audio products.
The CD-I standard embraces CD-DA discs, and provides
for a world standard disc not tied to national
television broadcasting standards.
In contrast to the disc, CD-I system have to be adapted
to match the installed base of products which conform
to different national standards. CD-I systems can be
used in combination with the existing audio equipment
and modern domestic TV receivers because the standard
allows for the development of products compatible with
all national broadcasting systems.
The CD-I standard does not offer compatibility with the
video part of the CD-V standard. However, the digital
audio tracks of CD-V discs are treated in the same way
as CD-DA discs.
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1-1-2. Application environment
It is difficult to find subjects not suitable for CD-I .
In the ultimate, the scope is limited only by the
boundaries of human imagination, Even when existing
programme material is transferred to CD-I, it takes on
new dimensions, greatly enhancing the printed work,
audio visual programme or computer software of the
original.
A CD-I encyclopedia, for example, offers voyages of
exploration through picture, sound and text databases.
Films, plays, ballet and opera become quite different
on CD-I. The discs can feature critical reviews and
essays, interviews, biographies, scripts, librettos,
all revealing new and often unsuspected aspects.
The range of application opportunities is summarized
below:
- Education and training
o Do it yourself
o Home learning
o Interactive training
o Reference books
o Albums
o
"talking books"
- Entertainment
o "Music plus" (music with text, notes,
pictures etc.)
o Action games
o
Strategic games
o
Adventure games
o
Activity simulation
- Creative leisure
o Drawing/painting
o Filming
o Composing
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- Work at home
o Document processing
o Information retrieval and analysis
o Home shopping/home banking
o CD-ROM peripheral
-At work
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Information retrieval
o Education
1-2. The CD-I System
1-2-1. General
Your CD-I sample production system, batch 0, comprises
six main items:
1. CD-I player
2. Multi Media Controller (MMC) module (with
CD-I remote control)
3. Mouse
4. Graphic control
5. Memory card (x 2)
6. (Optional) Expansion module (with additional
System RAM and SCSI interface extension
boards)
1-2-2. Hardware structure
The CD-I system is a microprocessor system which can
handle audio, video and computer code data.
1. CD-I player
The CD-I player module provides the facilities for
reading CD-DA and CD-I discs.
The function of the CD-I player module is to play
CD-DA and CD-I tracks in combination with the
Multi Media Controller (MMC) module.
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This module is a CD player with basic audio
functions.
When playing CD-I discs via the MMC module, the
CD-I player function buttons are de-activated.
CD-DA discs can be played either using the CD-I
player function buttons or the CD-I remote
control.
2. Multi Media Controller (MMC) module
The
MMC module, including the CD-I remote control,
is the heart of this CD-I system. The MMC controls
all functions related to:
o the input from the user
o the Digital Output ("DO") signal read from
the CD-I disc
o the application software
Based on this the following outputs are generated:
o the "RS" (control) signal to the CD-I player
o Video signals
o Audio signals
All CD-I user control functions are provided for
in this module.
CD-I Remote Control
3. Mouse
The
main function of the CD-I remote control
is as a CD-I cursor control device and a CD
audio control commander for the MMC module.
The interface to the MMC module can be via
an infra-red (IR) transmission or via an
Input device (control) cable.
This mouse can be used in combination with your
CD-I system, .as an alternative to the CD-I remote
control. When the CD-I system is used on a desk,
for instance, the mouse offers generally easier
control and selection facilities.
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4. Graphic Control
This Graphic Control can be used in combination
with your CD-I system as an alternative to the
CD-I remote control. It offers faster control and
input of graphical data for graphics-based
applications;
5. Memory card
The Memory card can be inserted in the MMC module.
It contains an NV-RAM (non volatile) for use as an
extension of the built-in NV-RAM, to personalise
the system. The use is completely dependent on the
application software to be developed.
6. Expansion module
The
main function of the Expansion module is to
enhance the CD-I system (MMC module and CD-I
player module) with capabilities beyond the
typical base case CD-I system.
The Expansion module incorporates two floppy disk
drives to store or read data conforming to CD-RT0S
(0S-9) disk format.
For connections of additional (non-system)
equipment the Expansion module provides a
Centronics parallel printer interface and RS-232C
serial interface. The RS-232C serial interface can
be applied for a modem or as a port to another
data processing system.
To expand the system, two slots for extension
boards are provided. These slots are connected to
the CPU bus signals from the main 68070
microprocessor in the MMC module. All extension
boards can be connected to either slot. System RAM
extension and SCSI interface extension boards are
supplied.
Within a CD-I system, only one Expansion module
can be connected, to be placed directly below the
MMC module.
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1-2-3. Configuration rules
- Basic configuration
The basic CD-I system consists of:
o CD-I player
o Multi Media Controller (MMC) module
o CD-I remote Control (supplied with MMC
module)
This system needs to be connected to a display
unit and audio equipment. A normal NTSC television
set or an analogue RGB monitor (525 lines) and
audio system can be used for this purpose (see
Fig. 1.1).
The function of the system is to play CD-I discs
encoded in accordance with the CD-I standard, and
to play the CD-DA discs.
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- Basic configuration with. enhancements
The capability of the basic system to handle
particular applications can be enhanced by the
connection of the Mouse, Graphic control and
Memory card supplied as parts of the sample
production system. For the same purpose, an
additional Mouse or Joystick (not supplied) can
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- Extended configuration
The capability of the system can be extended
beyond that of the basic configuration, to handle
more diverse applications (see Fig. 1.3). This is
more achieved ·by connecting the Expansion module,
which permits the use of:
supplementary application software via the
built-in floppy disc drives;
- extra System RAM and an SCSI interface on
the extension boards supplied;
- the connection of a parallel printer via a
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- Modem or port to another data processing
system via an RS-232C interface.
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- Future applications
The configuration structure takes account of the
likely requirement of future applications to
utilize further peripherals such as keyboards and
hard discs (see Fig. 1.4). These are under study
for possible future implementation.
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1-3. Installation
1-3-1. Setting Up Your CD-I system
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Before connecting any cables or equipments to your CD-I
system, check that power to all such equipments is off
and that connectors are correct.
1. AC Power cable Connection
When connecting the AC power cable, make sure that
the power source and the CD-I system rated voltage
given on the type plate correspond.
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2. Connecting of Peripherals
Before connecting peripherals to your CD-I system,
be sure to refer to the instruction manual for
each device so that you know to connect it
correctly. Also make sure that the peripheral
device is compatible with the CD-I system.
Typical connections between the main CD-I system
units and the various peripheral devices are
explained below.
- Amplifier
The sound reproduction quality of display units is
in general too low to enjoy CD quality sound. Via
the audio sockets provided on the MMC module a
normal HiFi system can be connected.
Connect the amplifier to the Audio L/R output
located at the rear of the panel of the MMC module
with the L/R audio cable supplied. You may use any
of the amplifier inputs except Phone. Be sure to
observe the correct channel polarity.
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- Display
The MMC module supplies both RGB and NTSC CVBS
(composite) video signals. When connecting to the
display, you can use either the RGB output or the
Video output.
An RGB connection will give the best video
quality.
1. Connect the Display via the RGB output
RGB connection
2. Connect the Display via the Video output
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- Printer
The Expansion module has both a parallel printer
interface and a serial RS-232C interface.
It is normally better to use the parallel printer
interface for the printer, leaving the RS-232C
port free for devices such as modems, and other
data processing equipment.
-Headphone
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MMC module has an output for a stereo
headphone on the front panel. Headphone
volume control has been implemented.
-CD-I remote control
The CD-I remote control can be connected to the
Input device (control) port of the MMC module
directly, using the cable supplied.
- Graphic control
The Graphic control can be connected to the Input
device (control) port of the MMC module directly,
using the cable supplied.
If you want to connect both the CD-I remote
control and the Graphic control to the MMC module
through the Input device (control) cable supplied,
use the Mechanical slide connector supplied and
Input device (control) block connector supplied.
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-Mouse
Connect to one of the Joystick/Mouse ports,
located at the front of the MMC module. The ports
are numbered 1 and 2. When using one device only,
use port 1.
Note: A joystick is not supplied.
-Memory card
Insert the Memory card in the Memory card slot,
located at the front of your MMC module with the
"THIS SIDE UP" printing on the card facing you.
Push it right in.
NEVER insert or remove the card when the MMC
module is switched on.
Memory card insertion in MMC module
1-4. Additional information
1-4-1. Software structure
1. System software
The system software provides for a user-friendly
interface and an optimised and suitable
environment for the application software. The
system software is stored in ROM. The main ROM is
located in the MMC, with extension ROMs in the
Expansion module and on the extensions boards .
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o Player shell
This software will show a small animated
sequence, ultimately revealing a standard
control screen. Further this software
provides simple, consistent and easy to use
functions to start CD-I applications, to show
Clock/Calendar functions and execute some
System maintenance functions, like:
-Time, Date and Time Zone setting
-View of test pattern
- Formatting of Personal Memory card
-Naming of Personal Memory card
- Input device speed setting
These functions are operated using one of the
cursor control-devices and the display.
The functions for CD Audio control are not
implemented in the "Zero batch production".
This future implementation will foresee in
"enhanced" programming features for CD Audio
discs.
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