Ricoh MP6200S User manual

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NOTICE
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 ra-
dio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installlation. 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 separation 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.
FCC WARNING
Changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
a Pay careful attention not to let the invisible laser beam emitted from the
optical pickup enter into your eyes.
b When you find a troubled state of the component in the optical pickup
containing the laser diode, change to the specified new optical pickup.
Do not open the optical pickup housings.

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Akustischer Geräuschpegel
Dieser Drucker überschreitet einen Geräuschpegel von 70 dB (A) während
dem Betrieb nicht.
Declaration of Conformity
“The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive
89/366/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.”

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Please take notice that the manufacturer of this equipment does not
offer any warranty against data loss due to inappropriate installation
or handling, or direct or indirect damages.
Please take notice that the manufacturer will bear no responsibility
for direct or indirect damages caused by the use of this product or its
malfunction.
Please take notice that the manufacturer will bear no responsibility
for damage to data caused by this product.
Please backup (copy) all important data as protection against data
loss.
PC DOS is a trademark of IBM Inc.
MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows95 are trademarks registered in
the United States and other countries by the Microsoft Corporation.
Adaptec, and the Adaptec logo are trademarks of the Adaptec Cor-
poration.
The company names and product names written in this manual are
trademarks or registered trademarks.

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Multimedia Printer Series
Ricoh developed the world's first rewritable CD, the CD-Rewritable, and it
has become a commercial success.
The Multimedia Printer Series Drive (the CD-R/RW Drive) can do much more
than read and write the usual CD-R discs. When you load it with a rewritable
CD-RW disc, you can record, read, and edit any kind of data, because these
discs allow you to rewrite information that has already been recorded.
zRicoh's original completely sealed flexible-door construction pro-
vides high reliability.
zRunning OPC*1gives a flatter writing signal that improves reliabil-
ity.
zAn improved anti-heat design means that no cooling fan is needed.
zEasy-to-use tray model.
zUses the world standard SCSI II interface
zCan read not only CD-R and CD-RW discs, but also video CDs,
music CDs, and photo CDs.
zCan read data at 6x speed (900KB/sec data transfer rate) and write
data at 2x speed (300KB/sec data transfer rate).
zThe recorded CD-RW media can be played in a DVD player or
multiread CD-ROM player, maintaining future compatibility.
zSupports random UDF for easy writing to CD-RW discs.
*1 Continuously monitors the signal level during recording and adjusts the
laser power to compensate when the disc is dirty, insuring a flat signal.
Features:

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Thank you for purchasing the Multimedia Printer Series (Compact Disc Re-
corder/Rewriter) MP 6200S series (abbreviated CD-R/RW).
Be sure to read this manual carefully before using this product.
This manual explains everything you need to know to operate this product.
Keep it in a safe place and refer to it whenever necessary.
When connecting the CD-R/RW drive, a separate connection kit (SCSI inter-
face) and software (writing software) are needed. For details about the con-
nection kit and software, refer to the manuals for each one.
The MP 6200SR series is an easy-to-use drive.
SCSIinterface
Disc tray model
Random UDF support
CD-Rewritablecompatible
The MP 6200SR Series
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2. System environment
This unit can be operated in the system environment explained here.
CPU 80486 DX2-66MHz or beter,
Pentium recommended. (PC/AT compatible)
Memory Windows 95: 16MB or greater.
Windows NT4.0:32MB or greater.
Adaptec Inc. AHA-154x, 2940, 3940,
recommended.
Hard disk with average access time of
19msec or less, and data transfer speed of
600KB/sec or greater. 75MB or more free
space.(The free space needed for writing
depends on the quantity of data.)
Windows 95,
Windows NT 4.0 (Service Pack 2) or later
Ricoh, Kao, Mitsubishi Chemical, Taiyo Yuden,
MitsuiToatsu,TDKorKodakdiscsarerecommend.
Occasionally the CD-R and CD-RW discs written by the CD-R/RW drive
cannot be read by other CD drives*1. These unreadable discs should be
read using the CD-R/RW drive.
As the power and interface environments on notebook PCs differ from
desktops, the CD-R/RW might not be supported.
The CD-R/RW drive has been confirmed to work in the following envi-
ronment:
CPU: 100-MHzPentium
OS: Windows95
SCSI Interface Card: Adaptec APA-1460A SlimSCSI
Memory: 24MB
*1 The discs written using the CD-R/RW drive might not be readable by CD-
ROMs other than Multi-read compatible (Random UDF compatible) CD-
ROMs.
Multiread compatible (Random UDF compatible) CD-ROMs are:
- CD-ROMs that can read low reflectance discs
- CD-ROMs that support Packet Write.
System
requirements
SCSI
interface
Hard disk
Software
Required OS
CD-R,
CD-RW discs

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3.Drive functions and settings
3.1 Front Panel
Name Function
Disc tray This is the tray for the disc. Place the disc on
the ejected disc tray, then lightly push the tray
(or push the eject button) and the CD will be
loaded.
Don't use force to pull out or push in the
disc tray. This might cause damage to
the loading section of the drive.
Eject button This is the button used to eject or bring in the
disc tray.
Volume control This is used to adjust the output volume of
the headphone jack. It can't be used to adjust
the output volume for the audio output con-
nectors on the rear panel.
Headphone jack This jack is for connecting headphones or
mini-speakers.
Power/Busy indicator This indicator light shines green when power
is on. When the disc tray or disc is being ac-
cessed, the light shines or flashes orange.
Even when a disc is loaded and a disc is not
being accessed, the light shines grean. When
a illegal disc is loaded or some hardware
trouble occurs, the indicator blinks.
Eject button
Disc tray
Headphone jack
Volume control Power/busy indicator

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3.2 Rear panel
Name Function
SCSI ID jumper Used when selecting the SCSI ID number.
Don't use jumpers to change anything be-
sides the SCSI ID, but keep the drive as ini-
tially set (no jumper pins: ID 0). SCSI ID
changes become valid after power is turned
off, then on again.
Installing jumper pins besides the ones
for SCSI ID settings may be the cause of
damage or abnormal drive operation.
SCSI connector Use a 50 pin double-end flat SCSI cable to
connect to the SCSI interface.
Connecting or disconnecting connectors
while power is on may result in a short
circuit, causing damage to the equipment.
When connecting or disconnecting con-
nectors, make sure to turn off the power
beforehand.
Audio output connector Used to connect to the sound card.
Power connector Used to connect to the host computer's power
supply (DC 5V).
Be careful not to reverse the power con-
nector when attaching it. A reversed con-
nection may cause damage to the equip-
ment (not covered by the warranty).
SCSI connector Power connector
Audio output
connector Terminators
SCSI ID jumper

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4. SCSI ID settings
Before installation, set the SCSI ID on the rear panel. A single SCSI interface
can connect with a maximum of seven peripheral SCSI devices. When using
multiple SCSI devices, a different SCSI ID must be set for each of them.
If two peripheral devices use the same SCSI ID number, it will cause
the host computer to operate abnormally or fail to start up.
ON (When the jumper is attached)
OFF (When the jumper is removed)
Before attaching or removing jumpers, make sure the power to the
drive is turned OFF.
Attach the pins as shown in Figure 1. If the pins are attached side-
ways as shown in Figure 2, the drive may be damaged.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
The pins besides pins 2-4 don't have any function. If jumpers are
attached to them, abnormal operation may result.
Pin no.
Reserve (Fixed OFF)
SCSI ID
Reserve (Fixed OFF)

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The SCSI ID number is decided by which of the jumper pins Nos.2,3 and 4 are
connected.
Refer to the following diagram when changing the SCSI ID.
SCSIID Pin No.2 Pin No.3 Pin No.4 Jumper Note
0 OFF OFF OFF 2 3 4 Initial setting
1 ON OFF OFF 2 3 4
2 OFF ON OFF 2 3 4
3 ON ON OFF 2 3 4
4 OFF OFF ON 2 3 4
5 ON OFF ON 2 3 4
6 OFF ON ON 2 3 4
7ONONON
2 3 4
The initial setting for the SCSI interface board is generally set at
SCSI ID 7. Confirm the SCSI ID of the SCSI interface board before
setting other numbers.
SCSI board
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5. Terminator Settings
When no other SCSI peripheral devices besides the CD-R/RW drive are
connected to the host computer, a terminator must be attached to the drive.
Also, when multiple peripheral devices are connected, this drive needs a
terminator if it is the last in the line.
The terminator is attached when this unit is shipped from the factory. Re-
move and reattach it as needed.
5.1 Removal
Remove the terminator from the back of the unit by pulling it off in the
direction shown in the diagram.
5.2 Attachment
Be careful of the terminator attachment position at the back of the drive.
Pin 1 is on the side nearest the audio output connector.
Power connector
SCSI ID
SCSI connector
Audio output
Terminator
Front Back Pull
Pin 1 Pin 1
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Attach the terminator after confirming the pin numbers at the back of the
drive and on the terminator.
The mark on the terminator indicates the direction of pin 1.
When attaching the terminator, be careful not to damage it or the
drive.
When one drive is connected
Pin 1
CD-R/RW drive
SCSI cable
SCSI interface board
Host computer
ON
ON Terminator is attached
OFF Terminator is not attached
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When the drive and multiple peripheral devices are at-
tached
When attaching terminators to other peripheral devices, use the
terminators that came with those devices.
CD-R/RW drive
ON
MO Drive
OFF
SCSI interface board
OFF
SCSI
cable
ON Terminator is attached
OFF Terminator is not attached
Host computer
Scanner OFF
External HDD ON

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Section 2
Appendix
Appendix

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Appendix
1. SCSI Interface and Sound
Card Installation
This sections explains how to setup the SCSI interface and the sound card in
the host computer.
For a detailed explanation, refer to the manuals for the SCSI
interface and the sound card.
(1) Turn off the power for the host computer and all peripheral devices, and
unplug the power cords.
Make sure the power is off before beginning work. If this job is done
without turning off the power, there is not only a danger of damage
to the host computer and peripheral devices, but also of electric
shock.
(2) Remove the cover from the host computer
(3) Insert the SCSI interface card and sound card into the specified bus (ISA,
VL, PCI) slots for each of them. Firmly push each card until it is all the way
in and completely in contact with its slot.
(4) Connect the SCSI interface and the sound card to the drive.
Be careful not to reverse the connectors when connecting the SCSI
interface and the sound card to the drive.
When pin 1
CD IN
Sound card
When L, R
SCSI Connector
SCSI interface

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Appendix
2. How to Use the Discs
When using CD-ROM discs, CD-R discs or CD-RW discs, don't
attach any stickers or labels to the discs. Using discs with them
attached not only causes read and write errors, but data on the disc
may be lost due to damage to the disc itself.
2.1 Load the disc
(1) Press the eject button.
(2) Place the disc on the disc tray.
When using a 120mm CD, place it in the large round depression.
When using 80mm CD, place it in the small round depression. The
face with the label on it should be up. Never place both discs in the
tray at the same time.
Be careful not to touch the recording surface of the disc.
(3) Load the disc by pressing the eject button or by lightly pushing in the
disc tray.
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2.2 Disc ejection
(1) Press the eject button
(2) Slowly take the disc out of the disc tray
(3) Press the eject button or push the disc tray and the tray will be brought
back into the drive.
After ejecting the disc, return the tray inside the unit quickly.
When the tray is in the ejected position, dust and other debris
will enter, possibly causing read errors, write errors, or drive
failure.
2.3 Emergency Eject
This drive has a function that allows the CD to be ejected manually if this
becomes necessary in an emergency such as failure of the drive or a
power outage. Follow the following procedures in such a case.
Don't use this feature except in an emergency.
(1) Turn the power to OFF.
(2) Pinch the disc tray door between the fingers, and slowly pull it straight
out.
This feature is a last measure to be used only in an emergency.
Using it excessively will cause malfunction.

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3. Handling Procedures
Obey the following cautions when handling the drive or discs.
Cautions During Installation
•Install the drive in accordance with the specifications. Be careful to
avoid locations likely to cause vibration or shock.
•Avoid locations where there is high humidity, much dust, or poor
ventilation.
•Avoid locations in direct sunlight, with severe changes in humidity,
or places where there are extremely high or low temperatures.
•Don't use the drive near radio or television receivers. It may interfere
with their reception.
•Dismantling the drive to attempt repairs or for other reasons is dan-
gerous because the laser may radiate outside the unit. Do not disas-
semble the drive.
Cautions During Use
•Don't suddenly move the drive from a cold place to a warm one, or
suddenly raise the room temperature. Condensation may occur, caus-
ing abnormal operation.
•Make sure to remove the disc before moving the drive. The disc may
be damaged, causing data loss.
•Be careful to prevent foreign objects such as liquids or metal from
entering the drive. Should by chance a foreign object enter the drive,
please consult the dealer where the drive was purchased.
•Don't use benzene or thinner to clean dirt from the drive. Don't allow
chemicals such as insecticides to contact the drive. Use a soft cloth to
wipe the drive, or moisten a cloth with neutral detergent diluted with
water and use it to clean particularly dirty areas.
•Don't cutoff the electric power while the drive is operating.
•When connecting the SCSI cable, observe the following points.
•If two different devices with the same SCSI ID are connected to the
SCSI bus, the system may fail to function. Be careful that none of the
SCSI IDs are the same when installing the equipment.
•Keep the total length of the SCSI cable within 6 meters.
•When connecting the SCSI cable to the drive, make sure the power is
OFF.
•Never insert a damaged disc into the drive.
•In wintertime, don't use a disc soon after bringing in from outdoors.
Use it only after it has reached room temperature.