Sony CDU625 User manual

CDU625
CD-ROM Drive Unit
User’s Guide
Mode d’emploi
Bedienungsanleitung
CDU625
CD-ROM Drive Unit
User’s Guide
Mode d’emploi
Bedienungsanleitung
©1998 by Sony Corporation
Rev. 1.0
BKC: MBD90211

INFORMATION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your warranty covering this equipment.
Note: 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 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.
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English
Trademarks
●MS-DOS is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
●IBM PC, PC/XT, and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation.
●HP Vectra is a registered trademark of the Hewlett-Packard Company.
●Molex is a registered trademark of Molex, Inc.
●AMP is a registered trademark of AMP, Inc.
●JAE is a registered trademark of Japan Aviation Electronics Industry, Ltd.
This CD-ROM Drive Unit is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is
located on the top of the drive.
Bei diesem CD-ROM-Laufwerk CDU625
handelt es sich um ein Laser-Produkt der
Klasse 1. Ein entsprechender Aufkleber mit
der Beschriftung LASER KLASSE 1
PRODUKT befindet sich auf der Oberseite
des Geräts.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
2
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the top side of the drive. Record these numbers
in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your sales representative
regarding this product.
Model No. __________________ Serial No. ___________________
CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT
STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH
OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
VORSICHT UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG
GEÖFFNET. NICHT IN DEN STRAHL BLICKEN, AUCH
NICHT MIT OPTISCHEN INSTRUMENTEN.
ADVARSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING SE IKKE IND I
STRÅLEN-HELLER IKKE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER.
ADVARSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES. STIRR
IKKE INN I STRÅLEN ELLER SE DIREKTE MED OPTISKE
INSTRUMENTER.
VARNING OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR
ÖPPNAD. STIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN OCH BETRAKTA EJ
STRALEN MED OPTISKA INSTRUMENT.
VARO! AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ TUIJOTA SÄTEESEEN ÄLÄKÄ
KATSO SITÄ OPTISEN LAITTEEN LÄPI.
This Label is located on
the top of the drive.
Dieser Aufkleber
befindet sich an der
Oberseite des Gehäuses.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit
to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
WARNING
This unit uses CD-ROM discs with the following mark.
When you use this unit as a CD player, use compact discs
with the following mark.

Introduction
Features The CDU625 is an internal CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read-Only Memory)
drive unit designed for use with an IBM PC, HP Vectra, or compatible
computer. It can read as much as 650 Mbytes of digital data stored in a
single CD-ROM disc.
The CDU625 has the following features:
General
●5 1/4 inch half-height drive form factor.
●Embedded Fast-SCSI bus interface (SCSI-2).
●Selectable active termination by jumper setting.
●256-kbyte buffer memory.
●Audio CD like drawer loading of a disc without using a caddy.
●Power loading and power eject of a disc. The disc can also be ejected
manually.
●Housed in an airtight frame casing.
●Equipped with a parity on/off switch.
Supported disc formats
●Reads data in CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-I and CD-I Ready standard
formats.
●Reads data in CD-BRIDGE format including PHOTO-CD.
●Reads standard CD-Digital Audio encoded discs.
●Reads VIDEO-CD and CD EXTRA (CD-PLUS) discs.
●Reads CD-ReWritable discs.
Performance
●Supports standard, quadruple and 12X-24X speed operations with real
time error correction.
●Fast access time ensuring reliable high-speed data access.
Audio
●Outputs 16-bit digital audio data over the SCSI interface.
●Equipped with audio line output and headphones jack for audio CD
playback.
Note:
The CDU625 is not equipped with an ADPCM audio circuitry required to
support CD-ROM XA and CD-I compatible audio modes. In addition, the
unit does not support the CD-I graphic decoding function; it has to be
provided by the system.
Introduction 5
Contents
Introduction 5
Features..........................................................................................................5
Software Requirements for MS-DOS 6.x........................................................6
Example of System Setup..............................................................................6
Location of Controls 7
Front Panel.....................................................................................................7
Rear Panel......................................................................................................7
Precautions 8
Hardware Installation 9
Installing the Drive Unit into the Computer.....................................................9
Getting started................................................................................................9
Step 1: Opening the Computer.......................................................................9
Step 2: SCSI Configuration ..........................................................................10
Step 3: Finding the Connector......................................................................11
Step 4: Choosing the Configuration..............................................................11
Step 5: Setting the Jumpers.........................................................................12
Step 6: Connecting the Drive........................................................................14
Step 7: Mounting the drive............................................................................15
Step 8: Connecting the Power Cable...........................................................15
Step 9: Installation Review...........................................................................16
Step 10: Closing the Computer ....................................................................17
Installing the Software Driver 18
MS-DOS 6.x..................................................................................................18
Windows®95/NT...........................................................................................18
Operating the Drive 19
Starting the Drive..........................................................................................19
Ejecting the Disc...........................................................................................21
Troubleshooting 22
Checklist .......................................................................................................22
Additional Installation Cases.........................................................................23
Service Contacts in Europe..........................................................................23
Specifications 24
4

Location of Controls
Front Panel The front panel controls are described in the illustration below.
Rear Panel The rear panel controls and connectors are described in the illustration
below.
Software Requirements for MS-DOS 6.x
To access data on CD-ROM discs, the appropriate device driver and
MSCDEX (supplied with the host adapter) must be installed in your
computer. See the manual that comes with the host adapter for details.
Example of System Setup
To use the CD-ROM drive unit, the following components are required:
●Computer (IBM PC, PC/XT, PC/AT, HP Vectra, or equivalent)
●SCSI host adapter
●Floppy disk drive
●Interface cable (50 to 50 pin flat cable)
●Software (Device driver, Utilities)
6Introduction
PARITY
SCSI ID
TERMINATION
PREVENT/ALLOW
TEST MODE DC INPUT
5V±5% GND 12V±10%
INTERFACE CONNECTOR
AUDIO OUT
R GND L 0 1 2
Location of Controls 7
Power-in
Connector
SCSI Bus
Interface Connector
Audio Output
Connector
Pin 1
Jumper Block
for SCSI Bus
(See page 12 for details)
Headphone
Volume
Control
Busy
Indicator
Disc
Drawer
Emergency
Eject Hole Eject Button
Headphone
Jack

Precautions 8
Precautions
■Installation
●Avoid placing the drive in a location subject to:
– high humidity
– high temperature
– excessive dust
– mechanical vibration
– direct sunlight
●The drive can be used in either a horizontal or vertical position.
●Do not force the power cable. It is keyed to protect the drive.
■Operation
●Do not move the drive when it is in use. Doing so may cause data error
and damage the optical pick-up.
●Avoid exposing the drive to sudden changes in temperature as
condensation may form on the lens inside the drive. Should the
surrounding temperature suddenly rise while the drive is turned on, stop
using the drive and leave the power on at least one hour before
operating it or turning it off. Operating the drive immediately after a
sudden increase in temperature may result in a malfunction.
■Transportation
●Close the disc drawer before moving the drive.
●Keep the original packing materials. When you need to ship the drive to
another location, repacking it in its original container will help you
transport it safely.
Hardware Installation
Installing the Drive Unit into the Computer
As you go through this section, you may wish to refer to your computer’s
manual for a more detailed description of how to install internal drives.
Getting Started
Be sure to have the SCSI host adapter installed into your computer
before attempting to install the drive.
●Prepare the necessary parts and tools that have not been supplied:
– Screwdriver
– Two mounting rails if your computer has mounting tracks.
●Unplug the computer and disconnect the cables attached to the
back for your own safety. Do not turn on the power of the computer
before completing the entire installation process.
Step 1: Opening the Computer
1If your computer has its rear side covered by a plastic panel attached
with plastic hook pad, pull it off.
2Remove the cover mounting screws.
3Remove the cover of the computer.
Hardware Installation 9

Step 2: SCSI Configuration
Locate the SCSI cable in your computer. One end of the cable is connected
to the SCSI host adapter card as shown below.
The width of the SCSI cable should be 50 pin.
Note:
Carefully locate the 50 pin SCSI cable. The following types of cables may
be installed in your computer.
Note:
There may already be internal/external SCSI devices (like HDD, Scanner,
CD-ROM) connected to the SCSI bus cable.
In this case you have to determine the SCSI ID# of each SCSI device.
This information will be required in Step 5 “Setting the Jumpers”.
Refer to appropriate SCSI device manual to find out the already used
SCSI ID# (0 ... 6).
In some cases, the SCSI host adapter is implemented on the computer’s
motherboard.
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Step 3: Finding the Connector
The SCSI cable should have one or more connectors on the end opposite to
SCSI host adapter card, as shown below. Trace the SCSI cable and find the
connector not in use. We recommend using the SCSI connector which is
located at the end of the SCSI cable.
Note:
If the SCSI cable inside your computer does not have a SCSI connector
free, please refer to “Additional Installation Cases” of chapter
“Troubleshooting” on page 22.
Step 4: Choosing the Configuration
■SCSI ID selection
●If you have not found any other SCSI device already connected to the
SCSI bus, we recommend not changing the jumper position on the rear
of the drive. In this case you can forward the installation process
refering to Step 6 “Connecting the drive”.
●If you found one or more SCSI devices already connected to the SCSI
bus, you have to check whether the default SCSI ID# 3 (CD-ROM
drive) was already assigned.
If SCSI ID# 3 has been already assigned to an other SCSI device, you
need to change the SCSI ID# of your CD-ROM drive to a free one.
Do this by using the jumper part (ID Select) on the rear panel of the drive.
■Termination
●If you connect the CD-ROM drive to the end of the SCSI cable, leave
the termination of the drive activated.
●If the CD-ROM drive is not the last device at the SCSI cable, disable the
termination of the drive by removing the jumper and make sure that the
last device at the SCSI bus has a proper termination installed or activated.
Note:
Be aware that only the last device at the SCSI bus needs to be terminated.
Hardware Installation 11
SCSI host adapter connector Pin 1 (red) Opposite End
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SCSI
Device
SCSI
Device SCSI Device
SCSI Host Adapter Card
Red Edge
Find this
flat cable!
SCSI Cable
50 Pin
Width 40 Pin
Width 34 Pin
Width
Floppy Disk
Drive Cable
IDE Cable
➧

The recommended jumper for use is AMP Shunts (14227-1), JAE Short
Socket (PS-2SH4-1) or equivalent.
The following table shows the function of each pair of jumper pins.
Notes:
●The upper row of pins are ground.
●Remove the jumper to set to OFF and install the jumper to set to ON.
●ID SELECT, PREVENT/ALLOW, and TEST MODE are
recognized only when the power is turned on or SCSI bus is reset.
●TEST MODE is reserved for factory use only. Do not put a jumper on
TEST MODE pins. Doing so may cause an unexpected result.
Hardware Installation 13
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0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
The disc drawer can be opened by
pressing the eject button or by a software
command.
The disc drawer cannot be opened either
by the eject button or a software
command.
Jumper Function
PARITY
ID SELECT Assigns the drive’s SCSI ID. Select an ID number
which is not used by other SCSI devices connected
to the bus. ID numbers and corresponding jumper
pin settings are as follows:
ID number
Jumper pin settings
TERM Active terminator OFF
Active terminator ON
PREVENT/
ALLOW
TEST MODE
ON
OFF Enables the SCSI bus parity check function.
Disables the SCSI bus parity check function.
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Enables TEST MODE
Enables Normal Operation
ON
OFF
Factory Settings
Step 5: Setting the Jumpers
Set the jumpers on the rear panel of the drive unit in accordance with the
configuration of your computer system.
The jumpers are preset, as illustrated below, at the factory.
12 Hardware Installation
0 1 2
PARITY
ID SELECT PREVENT/ ALLOW
TEST MODE
TERMINATION

Step 6: Connecting the Drive
Attach one end of the flat cable (SCSI cable) to the connector on the
rear of the CD-ROM drive.
Note
The red edge (Pin 1) of the flat cable should be positioned next to the
power supply connector. It is important that this cable be connected
firmly and correctly.
If your computer has a Sound Card, connect the audio cable (not
supplied) to the AUDIO OUT connector at the rear of the CD-ROM drive.
DC INPUT
GND 12V 10%
5V 5%
+
-+ -
Step 7: Mounting the Drive
Route the flat cable and audio cable through the drive bay from the front
of the computer and insert the CD-ROM drive into the bay as shown.
Secure the CD-ROM drive to the frame by using the prepared screws.
Note:
If you cannot secure the CD-ROM drive to the drive bay, you may need to
install slide rails (not included) to the CD-ROM drive. Refer to your
computer user’s guide for additional information.
Step 8: Connecting the Power Cable
Locate an available power supply cable inside your computer and connect
it to the power supply connector on the rear of the CD-ROM drive as shown.
Note:
The power supply connector is designed to fit only in one way. Do not
attempt to force the cable in upside down, otherwise the CD-ROM drive
will be damaged and the product warranty void.
Power Supply
Connector
Power Supply Cable
Mounting Screws
Audio Cable
Flat Cable
Hardware Installation 1514 Hardware Installation
Flat Cable
CD-ROM Drive
Audio Cable
CD-ROM DriveSound Card
SCSI Interface Card
Interface Connector Pin 1
Power Supply Connector
Red Edge
Audio
Cable
Audio Out
Connector
Red Wire
SCSI
Flat Cable
CDU625 Drive Unit

PARITY
SCSI ID
TERMINATION
PREVENT/ALLOW
TEST MODE DC INPUT
5V±5% GND 12V±10%
INTERFACE CONNECTOR
AUDIO OUT
R GND L 0 1 2
1
2
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Step 10: Closing the Computer
Replace the cover on the computer, be careful to reinstall all screws that
were removed.
Now you have completed the hardware installation procedure.
Hardware Installation 17
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50
CDU625 Drive Power
Supply
Cable
Red Edge
SCSI Card
(Not included)
Speakers
(Not included)
Sound Card
(Not included)
Audio Cable
(Not included) SCSI
Cable
(Not included)
Step 9: Installation Review
Now we recommend to review the hardware installation process once
more. Please check briefly the following steps:
●All connectors have to be connected properly.
●Every SCSI device has its unique SCSI ID number.
●The last SCSI device at the SCSI bus has proper termination installed
or activated.
Notes
●The red edge of the flat cable must be closest to pin number 1 of the
interface card connector.
●The following illustration is a sample system configuration of the
CDU625 CD-ROM drive installation with a SCSI card.
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Red Edge

Operating the Drive
This section describes how to start the drive and eject a disc.
Starting the Drive
1Turn on the power of your computer.
2Press the eject button.
The drawer comes out automatically.
3Place a disc in the drawer with its label side up.
Operating the Drive 19
Place a disc with
its label side up.
Press the eject button.
Installing the Software Driver
MS-DOS 6.x The MSCDEX (or equivalent) and a device driver for the CD-ROM
drive are supplied with the host adapter. Install both the MSCDEX
(or equivalent) and the device driver in order to use the CD-ROM drive.
Refer to the manual supplied with the host adapter for instructions.
Windows®95/NT
The installation under Windows is very easy. Just make sure Windows has
detected your SCSI host adapter. In this case the CD-ROM drive is
automatically detected and the software driver will be installed by the
operating system.
Note:
For questions regarding the installation of the SCSI host adapter, see the
manual supplied with this device.
18 Installing the Software Driver

Ejecting the Disc
To eject the disc, press the eject button on the front panel. The drawer
comes out automatically.
Note:
The eject button does not work if it is disabled by:
- the software you are using
- the PREVENT/ALLOW jumper
■Opening the drawer manually in an emergency
You can open the drawer manually when it fails to come out by means of
the eject button or software commands. To do this, follow the procedure
below:
1Turn off the power of your computer.
2Insert a pointed object, such as a paper clip, into the emergency eject
hole and push.
After removing a disc from the drive unit, consult your dealer or qualified
service personnel.
Operating the Drive 21
Press the eject button.
Insert a pointed object to
the emergency eject
hole. (Push not
too vehement!) Approx. 40 mm
Note:
When the drive is set up in vertical position, use the appropriate disc locks
to prevent your disc from falling.
4Gently push the drawer or press the eject button to close the drawer.
The drive may begin reading the Table of Contents (TOC) data when it
accepts the disc. The busy indicator lights up in amber while the drive
is reading the TOC.
For subsequent drive operations, follow the instructions provided with
the application software you are using.
Note:
The busy indicator stays lit in amber if:
– the disc is not properly placed on the loading tray
– a malfunction occurs.
In either case, eject the disc and place it in the loading tray again making
sure that it sits properly in the tray. If doing this does not solve the
problem and the busy indicator still remains lit in amber, consult your
dealer or qualified service personnel.
Caution: Do not forcibly close the disc drawer. Applying excessive force
may damage the loading mechanism. The tray’s mechanism is designed to
operate with a “feather touch”.
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Disc locks

●The termination at the SCSI bus has been properly installed or
activated. Both ends of the SCSI bus need to be terminated.
For details refer to step 4, Termination, on page 11.
If you still have problems running or installing your CD-ROM drive,
please contact our hotline or your local computer dealer.
Additional Installation Cases
■ No free SCSI connector present
If other SCSI devices occupy all connectors at the SCSI bus cable, either
remove a device before installing the CD-ROM or use another SCSI cable
with an additional connector. To purchase this cable, contact your local
computer dealer.
Service Contacts in Europe
If you require further support or service please contact your local technical
support professionals.
For Europe (German or English) please contact the hotline at:
Tel.: [phone] - 951047
(Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm / Friday, 8:30 am – 2:00 pm)
Fax: [phone] - 2921
BBS: +49 (0) 221 - 9561167
All this information and more can be downloaded from the internet.
Simply access the following address:
http://www.sony-cp.com
Troubleshooting 23
Troubleshooting
If you encounter problems installing or operating the CD-ROM drive,
please review the following.
Verify the following:
●The installation procedures described in this manual have been properly
followed.
●The items contained in the “Checklist” below have been confirmed.
●Go to the section “Additional Installation Cases” on page 23 and refer
to the appropriate case.
Checklist Verify the following:
●The power cable is connected properly to the CD-ROM drive.
For details see chapter “Hardware Installation”, step 8 on page 15.
If properly connected, you are able to open and close the tray of the
CD-ROM drive by pushing the Eject button (Make sure that
PREVENT/ALLOW jumper is enabled).
●The SCSI cable connector is connected properly to the drive and to the
host adapter. Check the position of pin 1 at each side of the cable.
See step 6 on page 14.
●The SCSI ID# of the CD-ROM drive is unique to the SCSI bus.
Compare all other SCSI devices (internal/external) on the SCSI bus.
For details see chapter “Hardware Installation”, step 2 to step 5 in this
manual.
●Check all other jumpers at the rear of your CD-ROM drive.
We recommend using the default settings for
DEVICE TYPE jumper present
PREVENT/ALLOW jumper present
TEST MODE jumper not present
The jumpers are preset at the factory, as below illustrated (default ID = 3).
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0 1 2
PARITY
ID SELECT PREVENT/ ALLOW
TEST MODE
TERMINATION

■Environmental conditions
Operating
Temperature 5 °C to 50 °C (41 °F to 122 °F)
Humidity 10 % to 90 % (Max wet bulb 29 °C)
Atmosphere Non-condensing
Non-operating/Storage
Temperature –30 °C to 50 °C (–22 °F to 122 °F)
Humidity 10 % to 90 %
Atmosphere Non-condensing
■Dimensions and Mass
Dimensions Approx. 146 x 41.4 x 208 mm (w/h/d)
Mass Approx. 0.88 kg
■Power requirement
Voltage +5 V DC ± 5 % and +12 V DC ± 10 %
Ripple +5 V DC: ≤100 mVpp
+12 V DC: ≤200 mVpp
Current +5 V DC: 1000 mA (typical)
+12 V DC: 1800 mA (typical)
■Connectors
(with DC INPUT connector) AMP 179376-1 or equivalent
AUDIO OUT connector Molex 70066C or G, 700400C or G
and 70430C or G, or equivalent
■Laser
Type Semiconductor laser GaAlAs
Wave length 780 nm
Specifications 25
Specifications
■General
Host interface SCSI-2
Disc
Acceptable discs CD-Digital Audio
CD EXTRA
CD-ROM mode-1 data
CD-ROM mode-2 data
CD-ROM XA (readable)
Audio-combined CD-ROM
CD-I (readable)
CD-I Ready (readable)
CD BRIDGE
PHOTO CD (single and multisession)
VIDEO-CD
CD-ReWritable (readable)
Disc diameter 12 cm or 8 cm
■Drive performance
Data transfer rate
Sustained rate 150 kbytes/s (1X CLV mode)
600 kbytes/s (4X CLV mode)
1800–3600 kbytes/s (12X –24X P-CAV mode)
Burst rate 5 Mbytes/s (asynchronous)
20 Mbytes/s (synchronous)
Random access time 90 ms (typical/12X–24X P-CAV mode)
■Reliability
Read error rate (includes retry, with a standard disc)
L-EC on 1 block /10l2 bits
L-EC off 1 block /109bits
■Audio
Output level
Line out 0.75 V at 47 kΩ
Headphone 0.55 V at 32 Ω
24 Specifications

■Dimension diagram
Important:
The overhang of the screws should not exceed 6.0 mm from the surface of
the side panels or the bottom plate.
26 Specifications
(51/2)
(17/8) (31/8)
79.25
47.5
+
+
+
+
139.7
10
(1/32)
(1/32)
21.9(7/8)
(13/32)
0.5 0.4
(111/16)
41.4
5
(111/16)
42.3 203 (8)
146(53/4)
(7/32)
148 (57/8)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
8 M3 mounting holes
(4 on each side)
4 M3 mounting holes