Plasmon 8000 Series User manual

THE PLASMON 8000 SERIES
LF 8602 AUTOLOADER
USER MANUAL
P/N 97663083 A
Storing More Of Your
Digital World ™. Permanently.

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WARNING
Always observe the following when installing, operating or maintaining
this product:
•This unit must be connected to a power distribution system that has a
direct connection to earth ground (Terminated Terra [TT] network/
ground connected). This unit is not suitable for use on a floating
ground (Interrupted Terra [IT]) network.
•The AC input power cord must be shielded and must have a minimum
current rating of 10 A with a nominal cross-section area of 0.75 sq mm
(reference: AWG #18) per conductor, 2 wires plus ground and product
safety approvals as required for use in the country in which the unit is
installed.
•When the unit is mounted in an equipment rack or cabinet, be certain
that the internal temperature within the rack or cabinet does not
exceed the limits defined in the Product Specification or this
document.
•To ensure the integrity of safety features of this unit, maintenance must
be performed only by qualified service personnel using designated
Plasmon LMS parts.
•In case of fire or other emergency, isolate the units from the main
power by disconnecting the power plugs from their site power
receptacles. In situations where disconnecting the plugs is not
possible or practical, use the system main power disconnect to isolate
the units from the main power.
•To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit to rain or
moisture. Refer servicing to qualified technicians.

(German Translation)
WARNUNG
•Bei der Installation, Bedienung und Wartung dieses Produkts, bitte
immer die folgenden Vorsichtsmaßnahmen treffen:
•Dieses Gerät mußan ein Stromversorgungssystem angeschlossen
werden, das direkt mit einem Erdungsanschlußverbunden ist
(Terminated- Terra-Netz [TT]/mit Erdanschluß). Dieses Gerät kann
nicht an ein ungeerdetes Netz (Interrupted Terra [IT]) angeschlossen
werden.
•Die Verbindungsschnur des Wechselstromeingangs mußentstört sein
und ihr Minimalstrom unter folgenden Bedingungen bei 10 A liegen:
Der Nennquerschnitt beträgt 0,75 mm je Leiter (Referenz: American
Wire Gauge Nr. 18), es bestehen 2 Drähte plus ein Erdanschlußund
das Produkt entspricht den im Land, in dem es aufgestellt wird,
geltenden Sicherheitsvorschriften.
•Wird das Gerät in ein Gerätegestell oder einen Geräteschrank
eingebaut, ist darauf zu achten, daßdie interne Temperatur im Gestell
oder Schrank nicht über die in den Produktspezifikationen oder
diesem Dokument angegebenen Grenzwerte hinausgeht.
•Um ein ordnungsgemäßes Funktionieren der Sicherheitsmerkmale
dieses Gerätes zu gewährleisten, dürfen Wartungsarbeiten nur von
qualifiziertem Fachpersonal ausgeführt werden. Es sind darüber
hinaus nur Ersatzteile zu verwenden, die von der Firma Plasmon LMS
angegeben werden.
•Im Falle eines Feuers oder in einem anderen Notfall sind die Geräte
vom Hauptnetz zu trennen, indem die Netzstecker aus den
Steckdosen am Einbauort gezogen werden. Ist ein Herausziehen der
Stecker nicht möglich oder zu umständlich, trennen Sie die Geräte mit
Hilfe des System- Hauptnetzabschalters vom Hauptnetz.
•Um Feuer- oder Stromschlaggefahr zu vermeiden, ist dieses Gerät
niemals Regen oder Feuchtigkeit auszusetzen. Wartungsarbeiten
sind qualifiziertem technischen Personal zu überlassen.

Radio/TV Interference (USA)
The information in this section applies only to units in use within the United States:
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used properly, that is,
in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instruction, may cause interference to radio and television
reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in
accordance with the specifications of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 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 the receiving antenna
•relocate the equipment away from the receiver
•plug the equipment into a different outlet so that equipment and receiver are on different
branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. A pamphlet by the FCC How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems is
available from the US Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C., 20402, Stock No. 044-000-00345-4.
CDRH COMPLIANCE
LF 8602 contains a Class 1 Laser Product. This product complies with 21CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter J,
applicable at date of manufacture.
CANADIAN EMI COMPLIANCE
Canadian Department of Communications standards require that the following statement appear in
operating manuals for any digital apparatus imported into Canada:
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise for digital apparatus set out in the
Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
FRENCH TRANSLATION
Cet équipement digital ne dépasse pas les limites de la Classe A pour les interférences radioélectriques
des systémes digitaux fixées par les Réglements concernant les Interférences Radioélectriques établis par
le Ministére des Communications du Canada.
All Plasmon LMS products comply with the requirements of this standard.
Agency Compliance and Approval
For details on Agency Compliance and Approval refer to the LF 8602 Product Specification Manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SCOPE 9
RELATED PUBLICATIONS 9
GENERAL DESCRIPTION 11
DRIVE CHARACTERISTICS 13
FRONT PANEL 13
REAR PANEL 13
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 14
TEMPERATURE, HUMIDITY AND ALTITUDE 15
MEDIA ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS 16
SHOCK AND VIBRATION 16
AC POWER REQUIREMENTS 17
AC GROUND 17
AC POWER CORD 17
TILT RANGE 18
HEAT DISSIPATION 18
PARTICULATE LIMITS 18
WARNING LABELS 18
UNPACKING AND REPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 19
UNPACKING THE LF 8602 19
INSPECTING THE LF 8602 25
REPACKING THE LF 8602 25
INSTALLATION 31
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 31
SCSI BUS CONSIDERATIONS 32
CONNECTING POWER AND SCSI CABLING 35
SINGLE-DEVICE CONFIGURATION 36
MULTIPLE-DEVICE CONFIGURATION 37
CONNECTOR VERIFICATION 37
EXTENSION PROCEDURES 38
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 41
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 41
POWER-ON PROCEDURE 42
MODES OF OPERATION 43
OPERATING MODE 43
CONFIGURATION MODE 45

VIEWING THE CONFIGURATION ("VIEW CONFIG") 48
SETTING THE CONFIGURATION MENU OPTIONS 49
SET DEFAULTS 53
SETTING THE SCSI ID 53
SETTING THE BUS PARITY CHECKING 54
SETTING THE LANGUAGE 54
SETTING THE WRITE PROTECT OPTION 55
SETTING THE MEDIA AUTOLOAD OPTION 55
SETTING THE LOAD SWITCH OPTION 56
SETTING THE READ AHEAD OPTION 56
SETTING THE CDE CURS OPTION 57
SETTING THE BUSY OPTION 58
SETTING THE MODSEL RA OPTION 58
SETTING THE MM SPINUP OPTION 59
SELECT TARGET NEGOTIATION 59
THE DIAGNOSTIC MENU 60
SET THE INTERNAL DRIVE SERIAL NUMBER ("SET SERIAL #") 65
TEST MODE 67
MEDIA CARTRIDGE HANDLING 68
SETTING THE WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH 70
AFFIXING LABELS 71
MEDIA INSERTION AND REMOVAL 71
MEDIA ACCESS DOOR 71
CARTRIDGE INSERTION 73
CARTRIDGE REMOVAL 74
MANUAL CARTRIDGE RELEASE MECHANISM 75
OPENING THE BASEPLATES 75
REMOVING THE BEZEL 76
RETRACTING THE CARTRIDGE 78
MEDIA LOADING 79
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE 81
ACCESSING DRIVES 81
INSPECTING AND CLEANING FAN AND BLOWER FILTERS 83
REPLACING FUSES 84
MEDIA CLEANING 85
MEDIA CLEANING USING CLEANING KIT P/N 97662550 85
APPENDIX A 87
GERMAN TRANSLATIONS/ÜBERSETZUNGEN INS DEUTSCHE 87

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SCOPE
This User Manual describes unpacking, installing, operating, and maintaining the Plasmon LF 8602
Autoloader High-Performance Optical Disk Drive.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS
WARRANTY STATEMENT
The LF 8602 is warranted as stated in the purchase agreement between Plasmon and its customer,
or the Plasmon sales order acknowledgment, whichever is applicable.
The Plasmon LMS quality system is in compliance and registered to ISO 9001. The LF 8602 is
manufactured from new parts, or remanufactured parts.
LF 8602 warranty does not cover defects or damage caused by the use of unauthorized parts or
repairs or improper use or maintenance. Repairs or replacements not covered by the warranty will
be invoiced at LMS’ then current prices.
The warranty is void when installation, service or repairs are performed by unauthorized
personnel; when the product is affected by unauthorized alterations, modifications or other
tampering or misuse; when the product is incorporated into a system which causes or involves
any changes in the physical, mechanical or electrical arrangement of the product; or when the
product is not used in accordance with its applicable specifications.
The term, authorized personnel, is defined as those persons who have been trained by Plasmon
LMS Technical Services.
Publication Part Number
LD 8100/LF 8120/LF 8600/LF 8602 Product Specification 97663035
LD 8100/LF 8120/LF 8600/LF 8602 SCSI Interface Specification 97662164
LF 8120/LF 8600/LF 8602 Hardware Maintenance Manual 97663082

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Plasmon LF 8602 AutoLoader is a cabinet configuration, housing two LF 8600 AutoLoader drives
side-by-side, as shown in the next figure.
Figure 1. LF 8602 Configuration
Each LF 8602 drive is a write once read many (WORM), high-capacity, optical disk drive with an integral
shuttle, capable of holding up to twelve LM 8000/LM 6000 media cartridges. The integral shuttle moves
laterally to position one of the media cartridges for automated loading and unloading into the optical drive.
A Drive Operator Console (DOC) located on the front panel of each drive provides user control of drive
operation and configuration as explained in the Operating Instruction section of this manual. Operating
messages are presented on the alphanumeric display in English, French or German. The language used is
selectable.

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Each drive's front panel includes a lockable media access door to provide operator access to the shuttle
and media cartridges.
The Auxiliary Diagnostic Port (ADP), located on the rear panel of each drive, can be used to download
updates to the drive firmware in the field. Refer to the LD 8100/LF 8120/LF 8600/LF 8602 Product
Specification (P/N 97663035) for more information.
Each LF 8602 drive supports a sustained read transfer rate of 2.9 MBytes/sec with error correction and
defect management capabilities to maintain data integrity and manage media flaws. Each LF 8600
implements the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) via standard SCSI-3 micro-connectors located
on the rear panels. The drives support both Single-ended and differential SCSI connections. Both the
single-ended and differential controllers support asynchronous or synchronous data transfer operations.
Preventive maintenance for the LF 8602 is minimal (refer to the Operator Maintenance section). Corrective
maintenance is simplified by internal diagnostic firmware which detects, isolates, and reports malfunctions
to the operator and identifies the faulty Field Replaceable Unit (FRU).
LM 8000 media is interchangeable between the LD 8100, LF 8120, LF 8600 and the LF 8602. The 8000
series of drives will also read LM 6000 media.

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DRIVE CHARACTERISTICS
FRONT PANEL
The LF 8602 front panel is shown in the
figure below. The LF 8600 bezels, which
contain the Drive Operator Console
(DOC), media access door and door
lock, protrude through a frame in the
cabinet. A drive's bezel can be removed
to gain access to that drive.
Refer to the Operating Instruction
section for a detailed description of the
DOC.
Figure 2. LF 8602 Front Panel
REAR PANEL
On the rear of the LF 8602
cabinet, a louvered door with a
latch and a key lock covers the
access to the rear of the
LF 8600 drives (refer to the
figure on the left).
Figure 3. LF 8602 Rear Panel
DOC
BEZEL
MEDIA ACCESS
DOOR
DOOR LOCK
KEY LOCK LATCH
POWER
SOCKET
STRIP

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To gain access to the drives' power switches, ADP and SCSI interface connectors, unlock the door, press
up on the latch and open the door. The drives' AC power source is provided by the power socket strip,
located on the bottom of the rear panel within the cabinet. The primary AC cord for the LF 8602 is
connected to the power socket strip.
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
The LF 8602's reference dimensions, are shown in the next table.
Figure 4. LF 8602 Dimensions
Height: 99.9 cm (39.3 in)
Width: 53.6 cm (21.1 in)
Depth: 81.3 cm (32.0 in)
Weight: 204 kg (450 lb)

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TEMPERATURE, HUMIDITY AND ALTITUDE
The following table lists the temperature, humidity and altitude limits for the LF 8600 drives installed in the
LF 8602.
Table 1. Temperature, Humidity and Altitude Limits
1 Storage specifications are for 90 days maximum in Plasmon LMS packaging. No condensation is permitted. Transit specifi-
cations are based on a maximum 1-week period in a factory-sealed container.
2 Maximum operating temperature is 42 _C for a free-standing drive at sea level unless otherwise stated. Maximum operating
temperature is derated linearly above 300 m altitude to 38 _C at 2,000 m altitude.
CONDITION OPERATING NONOPERATING STORAGE/TRANSIT1
Temperature 10° to 42° C2
(50° to 108° F) -40° to 66° C
(-40° to 151° F) -40° to 66° C (-40° to 151° F)
MaximumRateof
Change 11° C/hr (20° f/hr) 20° C/hr (36° F/hr) 20° C/hr (36° F/hr)
Humidity
(Noncondensing) 10 to 90% 5 to 95% 5 to 95%
MaximumRateof
Change 10%/hr 10%/hr 10%/hr
Maximum Wet
Bulb
Temperature
28° C
(82° F) 46°C (115° F) 46°C (115° F)
Minimum Dew
Point 2° C (35.6°) 2° C (35.6°) 2° C (35.6°)
Altitude -300 to 3,000 m
(-984 to 9840 ft)
without Media
-300 to 3,000 m
(-984 to 9840 ft) Storage -300 to 3,000 m
(-984 to 9840 ft)
Transit
-300 to 12,000 m
(-984 to 40,000 ft)
with Media

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MEDIA ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS
The following table presents the LM 8000 Media environmental characteristics.
Table 2. Media Operation, Storage and Transportation Environments
SHOCK AND VIBRATION
The table below lists the conditions and limits for shock and vibration for the LF 8602.
Table 3. Shock and Vibration Criteria and Limits
1 With media removed 2 In LMS-approved packaging 3 Shock repetition rate should be limited to allow mechanical sys-
tem transients to subside between pulses.
SPECIFICATION
OPERATION AND
SHORT TERM
STORAGE
(2 years maximum)
TRANSPORTATION
(2 weeks maximum) LONG TERM STORAGE
Temperature 10°C to 47°C
50°F to 116.6°F -20°C to +55°C -4.0°F to 131.o°F 10°C to 30°C 50°F to 86.0°F
Relative Humidity
(no condensation) 5% - 80% 5% - 90% 5% - 80%
Wet Bulb Temperature 26°C max. (78.8°F) 26°C max. (78.8°F) 26°C max. (78.8°F)
Temperature Gradient 10°C/hr max.
(18.0°F/hr max.) 31°C/hr max. (55.8°F/hr max.) 5°C/hr max. (9.0°F/hr max.)
Air Pressure N/A N/A N/A
Solar Radiation N/A Case to be kept closed Not to be stored in direct
sunlight
CONDITION OPERATING NONOPERATING1STORAGE/TRANSIT2
Swept Vibration
(Bidirectional)
1 Octave/Min
5 to 250 Hz 0.1 g
peak,
250 to 500 Hz
0.25 g Peak
5 to 44 Hz, 0.03 in
Double Amplitude,
44 to 500 Hz
3.0 g Peak
5 to 44 Hz, 0.03 in
Double Amplitude,
44 to 500 Hz
3.0 g Peak
Shock 3
(Host Retries May
Be Required and
Drive Performance
May Degrade During
Test
10 - msec Half Sine
Pulse of 5.0 g Peak
with pulses applied
every 3 seconds
Unpacked (3 Axis) 5 - msec Half Sine
Pule of 5.0 g Peak
Packed on Pallet 31 - cm (18 - in)
Drop Test Flat

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AC POWER REQUIREMENTS
The primary AC power cord type will depend on the LF 8602 configuration ordered. The primary AC power
cord supplies power to the power socket strip located within the LF 8602 cabinet. Each LF 8602 is
connected to the power socket strip with a grounded AC power cord. The power connector of each
LF 8600 is integrated into the AC power receptacle. Over current protection is provided by two fuses,
which are also integrated into the receptacle with two spare fuses. Refer to the Replacing Fuses section
for the fuse replacement procedure.
Each drive's power supply accepts the input line voltages listed in the Table below. The power supply is
autoranging and does not require mechanical switching for input voltage or frequency selection.
Table 4. AC Power Requirements
1Less than 1 sec, cold start NOTE
After the power has been turned off, the operator must wait 1 second
before turning on the power again
AC GROUND
The LF 8602 chassis must be connected to earth ground for operator safety. The AC power cord has a
grounding conductor which connects the LF 8602 chassis to safety ground through the site AC power
system. If the site AC system ties its ground wire connection to earth ground, then the LF 8602 chassis will
also be tied to earth ground. All site AC power connections must be maintained on the same safety
ground.
A line grounding connector located on the rear panel of each LF 8600 can also be used to tie the drive
chassis to earth ground. These ground connectors are 6-mm (0.24-in.) M4 with a nut and lock washer.
AC POWER CORD
The type of AC power cord supplied with the LF 8602 will depend upon the configuration ordered.
POWER SUPPLY OUT-OF-RANGE PROTECTION FEATURES
Each LF 8600 power supply provides over and under voltage protection, over current protection, power
failure detection and over temperature protection. Should an out-of-range condition occur, each LF 8600
will detect the condition and shut down the DC outputs of the power supply.
NOTE
After the situation is corrected, power can be restored by turning the
AC power switch to the off position, waiting 1 sec and then turning the
power switch to the on position again.
FREQUENCY AC VOLTAGE CURRENT
(TYPICAL) SPIN - UP
SURGE1
MINIMUM
SERVICE
RATINGS
47 to 66 Hz 95.0 to 128 V 2.8 A 20.0 A 15 A
47 to 66 Hz 173.4 to 268 V 1.4 A 5.0 A 15 A

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TILT RANGE
The LF 8602 is not designed for use when tilted from the vertical position.
HEAT DISSIPATION
The LF 8602 cabinet will typically represent a heat load of 292 kg-calories/hr (1160 BTU/hr) during a read/
write operation. When media cartridges are inserted, loaded, spun up, spun down, unloaded and removed
at each drive's maximum rate, the LF 8602 will typically represent a heat load of 364 kg-calories/hr (1450
BTU/hr).
PARTICULATE LIMITS
The LF 8602 is designed for use in an office or computer room. The environment must have a low dust
level. Each drive filters incoming air for cooling to reduce the quantity of particles entering the drive;
however, the filters are not effective against small particles (including tobacco smoke). These particles will
become deposited on optical components and media, causing a degradation in drive performance. Refer
to the Operator Maintenance section for media cleaning and air filter cleaning instructions.
WARNING LABELS
The LF 8602 is classified as a laser product. As such it is subject to United States federal requirements
covering laser products. The warning labels shown in the next figure are required to ensure compliance
with federal regulations and must not be removed from the LF 8600 drives within the cabinet.
Figure 5. Location of LF 8600 Warning Labels
LASER DANGER
LABEL
LASER CLASS
LABEL
CANADIAN CLASS A
COMPLIANCE LABEL
FCC CLASS A
LABEL

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UNPACKING AND REPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
If the Laser Drive’s shipping carton shows evidence of rough handling or damage, return the unit in its
original packaging to your supplier and request a replacement.
UNPACKING THE LF 8602
The LF 8602 is shipped with foam packing material which protects the unit from shock and vibration. After
you receive your LF 8602, inspect the shipping carton for damage before unpacking the unit to
substantiate a claim with the carrier if the unit is damaged. Retain all original packing materials for possible
reshipment.
WARNING
Physical injury will result if you attempt to lift the LF 8602 without
using proper equipment.
When the LF 8602 is being unpacked or transported, ensure that the
unit is tilted no more than 10 degrees from the vertical position. The
LF 8602 weighs more than 181 kg (400 lbs). If the unit is tilted more
than 10 degrees, it can topple over, causing personal injury.
To unpack the LF 8602, you will need the following tools:
•diagonal cutters
•One T-15 screwdriver
•One #2 cross recess screwdriver
•One 1/2-in. socket wrench
To unpack the LF 8602, perform the following procedure:
1) Cut the banding straps and remove the plastic corners.
2. Lift the shipping carton up, off the LF 8602, and remove the ramp and the foam cushion.
3. Remove the protective bag from the unit and then remove all adhesive tape from the unit's
exterior, such as on the key lock on the rear of the cabinet.

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Figure 6. Unpacking the LF 8602
CARTON
RAMP
CUSHION
BAG
PLASTIC
CORNER
BANDING
STRAP
FRONT PANEL
FRAME
PALLET