Sony ODS-D55U User manual

Optical Disc Archive Drive Unit
ODS-D55U
ODS-D77U
OPERATION MANUAL
[English]
2nd Edition

2Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1 Features ...........................................................................4
1-2 Example of Use ...............................................................4
1-3 Recommended Software ................................................6
1-3-1 List of Software .......................................................6
1-3-2 System Requirements.............................................7
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
2-1 Front Panel ......................................................................9
2-2 Rear Panel......................................................................10
Chapter 3 Preparations
3-1 Setting Up the Unit........................................................12
3-2 Software Installation .....................................................12
3-2-1 Windows Installation .............................................12
3-2-2 Macintosh Installation ...........................................13
3-2-3 Linux Installation ...................................................13
3-3 Connections and Settings............................................14
3-3-1 Connecting to a Computer ...................................14
3-4 Power Preparations ......................................................14
3-5 Handling Media..............................................................15
3-5-1 Media Used for Reading and Writing ...................15
3-5-2 Notes on Handling................................................15
3-5-3 Cartridge Memory.................................................16
3-5-4 Write-Protecting Media .........................................16
3-5-5 Injecting or Ejecting a Cartridge...........................17
Chapter 4 Using the Software
4-1 Starting and Exiting the Utility Software.....................18
4-1-1 Starting/Displaying ...............................................18
4-1-2 Exiting/Closing the Console Window....................18

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Table of Contents
Appendix
Important Notes on Operation .......................................... 20
Condensation.................................................................20
About reducing the risk of knocking this unit.................20
About transporting this unit............................................20
About the read time of files ............................................20
About the write time of files............................................20
Specifications ..................................................................... 21

Chapter
1
41-1 Features / 1-2 Example of Use
Chapter 1 Overview
Overview
1-1 Features
The features of the ODS-D55U/D77U
include the following.
• Writable and readable the large
amount of data with one cartridge
• Supported for both types of
cartridges, write-once and rewritable
• IT-friendly system through USB
interface
• Writable any user data as computer
data
• Usable as an external device from a
computer
• Menu operation from a computer
using the Utility Software
• Rollback, verify, recover file, and
duplicate volume functions
• Intuitive management of content
realized with Content Manager.
• Check media function (available in
the future)
• Encryption of content (available in a
future firmware update) (ODS-D77U
only)
1-2 Example of
Use
The following figure shows an example
of the shelf management control
system for reading or writing material
on a computer connected to this unit.
DC IN
AC
adapter
USB cable
ODS-D55U
ODS-D77U
Computer
Shelf
management
Optical Disc
Archive Cartridge

5
1-2 Example of Use
Chapter 1 Overview
The following figure shows an example
when installing this unit to ODS-L30
(ODS-D77U only).
Optical Disc
Archive Cartridge
Client computer
Shelf management ODS-L30
Ethernet
ODS-D77U

61-3 Recommended Software
Chapter 1 Overview
1-3 Recommended Software
1-3-1 List of Software
Download the following software from the Sony Professional Products site for use
with this unit.
Software Supported OS Function Source
Optical Disc
Archive Software
Windows/
Macintosh/
Linux
Basic software that allows you
to read/write files with the
computer connected to this
unit.
Note
Install this software in advance
before connecting this unit to
the computer.
Download from
the Sony
Professional
Products site a)
Utility Software
(Optical Disc
Archive Utility)
Windows/
Macintosh/
Linux
Provides the following functions
on a computer connected to
this unit.
• Display device and media
information
• Rollback media
• Format media
• Finalize media (when using
Write-once media)
• Recover broken files
• Duplicate volume
• Check media (available in the
future)
• Update firmware
• Make settings
Note
The Utility Software is installed
automatically when you install
the Optical Disc Archive
Software.

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1-3 Recommended Software
Chapter 1 Overview
a) Sony Professional Products site
•USA http://pro.sony.com
•Canada http://www.sonybiz.ca
•Latin America http://sonypro-latin.com
•Europe http://www.pro.sony.eu
•Japan http://www.sonybsc.com
•Asia http://pro.sony-asia.com
•Korea http://bp.sony.co.kr
•China http://pro.sony.com.cn
b) Each Optical Disc Archive Drive Unit has
one Content Manager serial number. One
serial number can only be used for one
computer.
When using two or more computers,
purchase additional serial numbers from
the Sony Professional Products site.
1-3-2 System Requirements
The Optical Disc Archive Software and
the Utility Software have been tested
and found to run under the following
conditions.
For system requirements of Content Manager,
see Help in “Content Manager.”
These test results may not apply to all
computers.
Windows
Content Manager Windows/
Macintosh
This software provides the
versatile functions to manage
your contents that enable you to
take full advantage of Optical
Disc Archive Drive.
To use this software,
authentication by inputting the
serial number of Content
Manager b) is required. For
details, refer to Help in “Content
Manager.”
Download from
the Sony
Professional
Products site a)
Software Supported OS Function Source
Note
Item Requirement
Processor Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz or higher, or Intel Xeon 2 GHz or higher
Memory 32-bit machine: 2 GB or more, 64-bit machine: 2 GB× (number of the
units) or more
Free hard
disk space
32-bit machine: 16 GB or more, 64-bit machine: 8 GB+4 GB× (number of
the units + 1) or more
Operating
system
For details, see the Sony Professional Products site (page 7.)
Other • SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0)
(SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0) host controller required.)
• Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
(Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) host controller required.)

81-3 Recommended Software
Chapter 1 Overview
Macintosh
a) Compatible with the USB port of a
Macintosh machine only.
Linux
For more details of software, see page 18.
• The maximum number of
connectable units for a 32- bit
machine is one, and for a 64-bit
machine is four.
• Optical Disc Archive Software does
not support PowerPC or Mac OS X
10.5 or earlier.
• The operation is not guaranteed
when connecting the unit via a USB
hub.
Item Requirement
Processor Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2 GHz or higher, or Intel Xeon 2 GHz or higher
Memory 32-bit machine: 4 GB or more
64-bit machine: 4 GB or more, when connecting one unit. 2 GB×
(number of the units) or more when connecting more than one unit.
Free hard
disk space
32-bit machine: 16 GB or more, 64-bit machine: 8 GB+4 GB× (number of
the units + 1) or more
Operating
system
For details, see the Sony Professional Products site (page 7.)
Other • Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
(Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) host controller required.)
• SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0)
(SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0) host controller required.) a)
Item Requirement
Processor Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz or higher, or Intel Xeon 2 GHz or higher
Memory 32-bit machine: 2 GB or more, 64-bit machine: 2 GB× (number of the
units) or more
Free hard
disk space
32-bit machine: 16 GB or more, 64-bit machine: 8 GB+4 GB× (number of
the units + 1) or more
Operating
system
For details, see the Sony Professional Products site (page 7.)
Notes

Chapter
2
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
9
2-1 Front Panel
Names and Functions
of Parts
2-1 Front Panel
a(power) indicator
Lights green when the 1(power)
button is on.
b1(power) button
Switches the power on and off.
Make sure you eject the cartridge from
this unit before turning the power off.
Be sure to eject the cartridge
especially before moving this unit.
cACCESS indicator
Flashes blue when the media is being
accessed from the computer.
However, this indicator flashes once a
second while writing the media
management data to the media is
being held after the media access is
finished.
During this data write hold time, you
can still perform the operations
including ejection of the cartridge and
an operation from the computer.
The operation is actually processed
after the media management data
writing is completed.
The media management data writing is
held for about 5 seconds.
Upon expiration of the data write hold
time shown above, the media
management data writing begins even
if you do not eject the cartridge or
perform any operation from the
computer.
Do not press the 1(power) button to
turn off, or do not disconnect either the
power cord or USB cable while the
ACCESS indicator is lighting or
flashing. Doing so may lead to loss of
data on the media.
dALARM indicator
If a fault occurs in the unit, this flashes
red, as shown in the following table.
Note
Note
Indicator Meaning
Flashing four
times a second
An error occurred
(principally a
hardware default).
Flashing once a
second
An alarm not listed
above occurred.

10 2-2 Rear Panel
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
The indicator may flash only for five
seconds depending on the alarm.
You can check alarms generated by this unit,
using the alarm log of the utility software. For
details, refer to Help in the Utility Software.
If the indicator is flashing four times a second,
and it is not possible to check the alarm log,
contact your Sony service representative.
When the error is eliminated, the
indicator goes off.
eCARTRIDGE IN indicator
Lights green when a cartridge is
injected.
Flashes green when a cartridge is
ejected.
fEJECT button
Ejects a cartridge (see page 17).
• This button is disabled while the
media is being accessed. Either stop
accessing the media before ejecting,
or eject by an operation from the
computer.
• When this unit is connected to a
Macintosh computer, this button is
disabled.
gCartridge slot
With the label facing up, inject the
cartridge (see page 17).
2-2 Rear Panel
aDC power inlet connector
Connect to the AC power using the
supplied AC adapter and a power cord
(not supplied).
bUSB connector (SuperSpeed
USB (USB 3.0))
Use the supplied USB cable to connect
to the computer.
If the unit is not recognized by the
computer, try disconnecting and
reconnecting the USB cable, making
sure it is correctly inserted.
Note
Notes
Note
ODS-D55U
ODS-D77U

11
2-2 Rear Panel
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
cCable clamper
Use this clamper to fix the cable of the
AC adapter.
Clip the cable with the clamper as
shown in the following figure.
dPOWER indicator
Lights green when the 1(power)
button is on.
ODS-D55U
ODS-D77U

Chapter
3
12 3-1 Setting Up the Unit / 3-2 Software Installation
Chapter 3 Preparations
Preparations
3-1 Setting Up
the Unit
Make sure the unit is in a horizontal
position when setting it up.
• The unit cannot be set up in a vertical
position or at an angle.
• If the unit is not sufficiently horizontal,
an ALARM indicator may blink.
• If the ALARM indicator blinks, place
the unit in a horizontal position, turn
the power off, then turn the power on
again.
• When installing this unit to ODS-L30,
refer to the ODS-L30 installation
manual (ODS-D77U only).
3-2 Software
Installation
To use this unit, the necessary software
must first be installed on the computer
to which it is connected.
Operation of Optical Disc Archive
Software or the Utility Software may be
unstable if installed on a computer with
certain anti-virus software, anti-
spyware tools or UDF 2.5 or UDF 2.6
file system drivers of a non-standard
operating system.
If operation is unstable, check the
settings and possible conflict with the
above mentioned software, then
change the settings accordingly.
3-2-1 Windows
Installation
To install the Optical Disc
Archive Software and Utility
Software
Download the Optical Disc Archive
Software from the Sony Professional
Products site (page 7).
Notes
Note

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3-2 Software Installation
Chapter 3 Preparations
• If an old version of the Optical Disc
Archive Software is already installed,
it must be uninstalled before you
install the new version. Use “Add or
Remove Programs” on the Control
Panel to remove the old version of the
Sony Optical Disc Archive Software.
After doing so, be sure to restart the
computer.
• After installation, the previous
settings return to their default values.
3-2-2 Macintosh
Installation
To install the Optical Disc
Archive Software and Utility
Software
Download the Optical Disc Archive
Software from the Sony Professional
Products site (page 7).
Installing the Optical Disc Archive
Software and utility software overwrites
a previous installation.
Settings are preserved after the new
installation.
3-2-3 Linux Installation
To install the Optical Disc
Archive Software and Utility
Software
Download the Optical Disc Archive
Software from the Sony Professional
Products site (page 7).
• If the Optical Disc Archive Software
has not been installed to the
computer, the computer may
malfunction when connecting this
unit. Install the Optical Disc Archive
Software in advance before
connecting this unit to the computer.
If an error occurred with the
computer, shut down the computer
and disconnect the unit. Restart the
computer and install the software.
Then, connect this unit to the
computer.
• Installing the Optical Disc Archive
Software and utility software
overwrites a previous installation.
Settings from a previous installation
are preserved for the new
installation.
• If the Optical Disc Archive Software
is uninstalled, the settings will have
their default values when a new
version of the Optical Disc Archive
Software is installed.
Notes
Note
Notes

14 3-3 Connections and Settings / 3-4 Power Preparations
Chapter 3 Preparations
3-3 Connections
and Settings
3-3-1 Connecting to a
Computer
By connecting this unit to a computer,
you can use the utility software, and the
other software.
For a connection example, see 1-2 “Example of
Use” (page 4).
• Install the Optical Disc Archive
Software (see page 12) in advance.
• To disconnect the ODS-D55U/D77U
from a Windows computer, run the
“Safely Remove Hardware” dialog,
and then disconnect the cable.
• If you start a Windows computer with
the cartridge injected, the computer
may fail in normal operation or run
sluggishly.
• The computer may not start properly
if the unit’s power is on, depending
on the computer to which it is
connected. In this case, turn off the
power of this unit, or disconnect the
USB cable, and then start the
computer.
3-4 Power
Preparations
This unit can be powered by the AC
adapter.
Connect the supplied AC adapter and
a power cord (not supplied) to the DC
power inlet connector (page 10) on the
rear panel of the unit.
It is not possible to power this unit
through a USB cable.
Notes
Note

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3-5 Handling Media
Chapter 3 Preparations
3-5 Handling
Media
3-5-1 Media Used for
Reading and Writing
This unit uses the following Optical
Disc Archive Cartridges and similar
media for reading and writing.
• Deleting files from the media will not
increase the available storage space
for either write-once or rewritable
type cartridges.
• In the case of write-once type
cartridges, pay attention to the
following points.
- Reformatting the media will not
increase the available storage
space.
- Repetitive file writing will consume
the available writable space (for
writing the media management
data, etc.) on the media. If there is
no available writable space on the
media, file writing may be
disabled, even if sufficient storage
space remains.
- No file can be written after the
media is finalized.
• Select the number of files (60,000 or
240,000) which can be created
during formatting.
• Rewritable media allows you to
select the number of files that can be
created during reformatting, while
write-once media does not. The
number of files (60,000 or 240,000)
that can be created is retained when
formatting for the first time.
• If the media has been formatted
when the number of files which can
be created is 240,000, depending on
the recover file functions, the
recovery rate may not be as good as
the rate for 60,000 files.
3-5-2 Notes on Handling
Handling
The Optical Disc Archive Cartridge
houses 12 discs in a shell, and is
designed to allow handling free of risk
from dust or fingerprints. However, if
the cartridge is subjected to a severe
shock, for example by dropping it, this
can result in damage or scratching of
the discs. If a disc is scratched, it may
be impossible to write data, or to read
the data written on the disc. The
cartridge should be handled and
stored carefully.
• Do not remove any discs from the
cartridge.
• Do not disassemble the cartridge.
Cartridge Media
type
No. of files
which can
be created
ODC300R
Capacity:
300GB
Write-once 60,000 or
240,000
ODC300RE
Capacity:
300GB
Rewritable 60,000 or
240,000
ODC600R
Capacity:
600GB
Write-once 60,000 or
240,000
ODC600RE
Capacity:
600GB
Rewritable 60,000 or
240,000
ODC1200RE
Capacity:
1.2TB
Rewritable 60,000 or
240,000
ODC1500R
Capacity:
1.5TB
Write-once 60,000 or
240,000
Notes

16 3-5 Handling Media
Chapter 3 Preparations
• If the disc order in a cartridge is
changed, or other discs are
substituted, the cartridge will no
longer be recognized by the unit and
cannot be used.
• The supplied adhesive labels are
recommended for indexing
cartridges. Apply the label in the
correct position.
Storage
• Do not store cartridges where they
may be subjected to direct sunlight,
or in other places where the
temperature or humidity is high.
• Do not leave cartridges where dust
may be able to gain ingress.
• Store cartridges in their cases.
Care of the cartridge
• Remove dust and dirt on the outside
of a cartridge using a soft dry cloth.
• If condensation forms, allow ample
time to dry before use.
3-5-3 Cartridge Memory
The Optical Disc Archive Cartridge
includes the Cartridge Memory, which
enables contactless communication
with this unit.
The basic information of Optical Disc
Archive Cartridge is written in the
Cartridge Memory.
Using the application software will
enable the user-data to be written/read
in the future.
3-5-4 Write-Protecting
Media
To prevent erasing contents of
recorded media accidentally, slide the
Write protect tab on the bottom of the
cartridge (rear of label side) in the
direction of the arrow, as shown in the
following figure.
Cartridge Memory position

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3-5 Handling Media
Chapter 3 Preparations
You can also perform the write-protect
settings for media with Utility Software
and File Manager.
If either the Write protect tab or the
software is set to prohibit writing, the
media remains in write-prohibit state.
3-5-5 Injecting or Ejecting
a Cartridge
To inject or eject a cartridge, press the
1(power) button to turn the unit on and
light the indicator, and follow the
procedures indicated in the following
illustration.
a) Windows only
• If you inject an unformatted
cartridge, it will be formatted
automatically.
• When a file on the media is being
operated, cartridge ejecting is
restricted by the software on the
Windows/Macintosh computer.
• If the cartridge cannot be ejected
even if you press the EJECT button,
turn the power off and on, then press
the EJECT button. If the problem
persists, contact your Sony service
representative.
Bottom of the cartridge Write protect tab
Write protect tab settings
Writing
enabled
Writing
disabled
Notes
CARTRIDGE IN
indicator
To unload
Press the
EJECT button.a)
To load
Inject the cartridge
with its label facing
up. The cartridge is
drawn in.
When a cartridge is injected, the
CARTRIDGE IN indicator lights.

Chapter
4
18 4-1 Starting and Exiting the Utility Software
Chapter 4 Using the Software
Using the Software
4-1 Starting and
Exiting the Utility
Software
4-1-1 Starting/Displaying
First make sure that this unit is
connected to the computer.
For connection details, see 3-3-1 “Connecting
to a Computer” (page 14).
On a Windows computer
With the computer connected to this
unit, carry out any of the following.
• If you created a shortcut icon on the
desktop when you installed this
software, double click the icon.
• Click the [Start] button on the
computer and then select “Sony
Optical Disc Archive Software”>
“Optical Disc Archive Utility”.
On a Macintosh computer
Open the folder in which the Utility
Software is installed, and then double
click on the executable file of the Utility
Software.
On a Linux computer
With the computer connected to this
unit, carry out any of the following.
• Click the [Applications] menu on the
computer and then select “Optical
Disc Archive Utility” from “System
tools”.
• Run “odautility” from the directory (/
user/bin/odautility) where the Utility
Software is installed.
This displays the home window of the
Utility Software.
4-1-2 Exiting/Closing the
Console Window
With the computer connected to this
unit, carry out any of the following.
On a Windows computer
• Click the ×(close) button in the top
right corner of the window.
• Right click the title bar and select
“Close” from the context menu.
• With this software activated, press Alt
+ F4 (press the F4 key while holding
down the Alt key).
• Select “View”> “Close” from the
menu bar.
On a Macintosh computer
• Select “Quit Optical Disc Archive
Utility Software” from the Optical Disc
Archive Utility menu.
• Click the title bar’s [Close] button.
• With this software activated, press
Command + Q (press the Q key while
holding down the Command key).

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4-1 Starting and Exiting the Utility Software
Chapter 4 Using the Software
On a Linux computer
• Click the × (close) button in the top
right corner of the window.
• Right click the title bar and select
“Close (C)”.
• With this software activated, press Alt
+ F4 (press the F4 key while holding
down the Alt key).
• Select “View” > “Close” from the
menu bar.

Appendix
20 Important Notes on Operation
Appendix
Important Notes
on Operation
Condensation
When this unit is moved from a cold
place to a warmer place, or operated in
high humidity, condensation may form
on the optical pickup. If the unit is
operated in this state, correct reading
and writing may be impossible.
Note the following points, to avoid
problems with condensation.
• If moving the unit in conditions where
condensation is possible, make sure
the cartridge is injected in advance.
About reducing the risk of
knocking this unit
When a cartridge is injected, do not
knock this unit.
About transporting this
unit
Before transporting this unit, be sure to
eject the cartridge.
About the read time of files
• When accessing multiple files at the
same time, disc swapping may occur
frequently. This will reduce the data
transfer rate and increase the total
time of operation significantly.
• When accessing a single file, disc
swapping may also occur,
depending on the recording position
in the cartridge. This will take time
before starting to read the file.
About the write time of files
When writing small capacity files (less
than 100 MB) numerously and
continuously, it will take longer for the
writing to finish. In this case, setting the
operation mode “Synchronize
management data to media
immediately after completion of writing
files” to off, will improve the writing
performance and the utilization rate.
However, if the malfunction (such as a
power failure) occurs, the file recovery
capability will be decreased.