Yamaha CDR400Atx Series User manual

CDR400Atx
SERIES
CDR400Atx
POWER
User Guide
Guide de I’utilisateur
Bedienungsanleitung

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1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not
expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.
2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s
supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC
authorization to use this product in the USA.
3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B”
digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a
residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio
frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to
the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in
all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the product “OFF”
and “ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the
lead-in to coaxial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of
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(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)
Responsible Party: Yamaha SystemsTechnology, Inc.
Address: 100 Century Center Court
San Jose, California 95112
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Type of Equipment: CD Recorder
Model Name: CDR400Atx
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected.

This output is value measured at a
distance 200mm from the objective lens
surface on the optical pick-up block.
ANSI Class : Class 1
Material : GaAlAs
Wavelength : 782-789 nm
Emission Duration : Continuous
Laser Output Power : Less than 44.6 µW*
*
Laser Diode Properties CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
ADVARSEL
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.
UNDGÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
VAROITUS
LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA
KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESA
MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA
ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN
TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1
YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE
LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VARNING
OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅ ANNAT
SÄTT ÄN I DENNABRUKSANVISNING
SPECIFICERATS, KAN ANVÄNDAREN
UTSÄTTAS FÖR OSYNLIG
LASERSTRÅLNING, SOM ÖVERSKRIDER
GRÄNSEN FÖR LASERKLASS 1.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
PRODUIT LASER DE CLASSE 1
This compact disc player is
classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT label must be
located on the exterior.
Varningsanvisning för
laserstrålning.
VORSICHT : UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENNABDECKUNG
GEOFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHLAUSSETZEN.
VARNING : OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DELÄR ÖPPNAD OCH
SPÄRREN ÄR URKOPPLAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.
VARO! : AVATAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET
ALTTINA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERS TEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTESSEN.
ADVARSEL : USYNLIG LASERSTRALNING VED ÅBNING NÄR SIKKERHETSAF-
BYDERE ER UDEAF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSETTELS FOR STRÅLING.

Important Precautions
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Important Precautions
Please read the following precautions before operating
CDR400Atx.
• Do not remove the CDR400Atx’s top cover. This
device uses semiconductor laser. Refer all servicing
to qualified personnel.
• Do not attempt to touch the inside of the CDR400Atx.
Electricity may have been built up even after you turn
off the power.
• CDR400Atx is a sophisticated electronic device.
Handle it with care.
• If the fuse blows, CDR400Atx should be checked by
a qualified engineer. Do not just replace the fuse.
Replacing the fuse by yourself may cause the protec-
tion circuit to be damaged.
• The CDR400Atx uses high-density circuits and LSIs.
Even a small incident may cause malfunctions to
occur.
• If CDR400Atx operates incorrectly, See “Trouble-
shooting” on page 13. If the problem persists, con-
sult your CDR400Atx dealer.
• Yamaha is not responsible for any data or information
losses resulting from the operation of CDR400Atx.

Installation Precautions
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Installation Precautions
• Install CDR400Atx on a level surface.
• Do not install CDR400Atx near water, in direct sunlight, close
to heating units, or in areas subject to high or low temperature
extremes, excessive dust, vibration, or severe shocks.
• Do not expose CDR400Atx to extremes of humidity.
• The ambient temperature where CDR400Atx is installed
should be between 5 ° C and 40 ° C (41 ° F–104 ° F).
• Using CDR400Atx close to a television or radio may cause
interference. Install CDR400Atx at least one meter away from
television and radio equipment.
• Do not block the CDR400Atx ventilation slots. Install
CDR400Atx with at least 10 cm of free space all-around.
• Make sure the CDR400Atx power cord is not located in a
position where it is likely to be walked on or pinched by other
equipment.

Operating Precautions
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Operating Precautions
• Do not subject CDR400Atx to impact or shock when in use.
This may impair recording or playback.
• Do not place heavy objects on CDR400Atx.
• Avoid moving CDR400Atx from cold to warm places, and avoid
sudden room temperature rises, as condensation that could cause
CDR400Atx to malfunction may occur. If condensation does
occur, wait at least one hour before operating CDR400Atx.
• Do not let liquid or other foreign objects enter CDR400Atx.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose CDR400Atx
to rain or moisture.
• Always remove the disc before transporting CDR400Atx.
• CDR400Atx uses an optical pickup that is sensitive to dust and
dirt. Make sure that the disc tray and disc are free of dust and
dirt before loading.
• Use only the power cable supplied. Other cables may cause
interference when CDR400Atx is used near to radio and tele-
vision equipment.
• CDR400Atx should be connected only to an AC receptacle of
the type described in this User Guide or as marked on the rear
panel of CDR400Atx.
• Use a soft dry cloth to clean CDR400Atx. Stubborn dirt can be
removed using a cloth dampened with water and neutral deter-
gent solution. Do not use benzine or solvent based cleaners on
CDR400Atx.

Preventing Premature Disc Failure
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Preventing Premature Disc Failure
The NUMBER ONE cause of premature disc failure with recordable
CDs is contamination of the recording surface before recording is
completed. To minimize disc failure, use the following disc-handling
guidelines:
• Keep the disc tray and disc as clean and dust-free as humanly
possible during the record process. DO NOT touch the recording
surface, and do not expose the disc tray and disc to dust or dirt.
• DO NOT BLOW ON THE DISC to remove dust or dirt. To
remove dust from the recording surface use a camera lens bulb.
Be sure to follow the instructions when using the cloth.
• To remove stubborn dirt or grease from the recording surface
use only nonabrasive foam-tipped swabs (such as Chemtronics
Foamtips #120) with a small amount of pure, denatured alcohol.
To avoid scratching the recording surface BE SURE TO USE
ONLY LIGHT STROKES, beginning at the disc center, pulling
directly towards the disc’s outer edge.
• Always record in a dust-free environment. If the disc must be
removed from CDR400Atx before recording is finished, store
the disc in a clean, dust-free environment.
• If a disc tray accumulates dust, DO NOT USE IT FOR DISC
RECORDING. Always use a clean, dust-free tray for disc
recording.
If CDR400Atx is vibrated while recording, the recording may fail.
To avoid such failures observe the following practices:
• Place CDR400Atx on a solid, stable surface, away from high-
traffic areas. The surface must allow CDR400Atx to operate in
a level, horizontal position.
• Avoid touching or handling CDR400Atx when recording.
Note: Once the disc has been finalized (and no more recording is possi-
ble), it can be handled with the same care that any CD should be
handled.

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................ 1
Accessories ................................................................... 1
CDR400Atx Features ................................................... 2
Orange Book Compatible Recording ........................... 3
Chapter 1 - System Configuration .................................... 4
Computer ...................................................................... 4
Software ........................................................................ 4
Discs ............................................................................. 5
Chapter 2 - Touring Around CDR400Atx ......................... 6
Rear Panel ..................................................................... 6
Front Panel .................................................................... 7
Chapter 3 - Installing the Yamaha CDR400Atx
Chapter 3 - Drive ..............................................................................8
CDR400Atx drive settings ............................................ 8
Cable Connection ......................................................... 9
Chapter 4 - Operation ......................................................... 10
Loading a Disc ............................................................ 10
Ejecting the Disc ......................................................... 11
Manual Eject (emergency use) ................................... 12
Troubleshooting .................................................................. 13
Appendix ............................................................................... 14
Specifications .............................................................. 14
Front Panel Indicator Key ........................................... 15
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Introduction
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing aYamaha CDR400Atx drive. Please read
this manual before using the drive in order to make the best use of the
superior CDR400Atx functions. After reading, please retain this man-
ual for future reference.
Accessories
The package should contain the following items along with the drive.
Check to see if you have all these items.
1 Power cable x 1
2 User guide x 1 (this guide)
CRW-4260tx
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CDR400Atx
User Guide
Guide de l’utilisateur
Bedienungsanleitung
YAMAHA

Introduction
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CDR400Atx Features
■ 4xS Recording - 6xS Reading
The CDR400Atx is a CD-ROM recorder capable of recording at quad
speed (4xS), double speed (2xS), or normal speed (1xS).
It can read discs at up to 6xS.
■ Compatible with Seven Different Formats
The CDR400Atx can both record and read seven different formats:
CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-I, CD-DA, CD-Bridge (multisession),
CD-Extra, and Video CD. The CDR400Atx is also equipped with an
analog audio output terminal (headphones) for CD-DA.
■ SCSI 2 Interface for DataTransfer
The CDR400Atx features SCSI 2, the second generation SCSI inter-
face for connecting computers and peripheral devices.
■ Compatible withWindows 95 Plug and Play
SCSI IDs are set automatically by the SCAM protocol (level 1).
■ Orange Book Part 2 Compatible 5-Mode Recording
The CDR400Atx conforms to the five recording modes outlined in the
Orange Book Part 2: Track at Once, Multisession, Disc at Once, Ses-
sion at Once, and Packet Writing.

Introduction
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Orange Book Compatible Recording
Track at Once
In this mode, data can be recorded to disc one track at a time. Discs
recorded in this mode cannot be played in CD players or CD-ROM
drives other than a CD-R drive until the session is closed.
Multisession
In this mode, data can be recorded to disc in stages (one session at a
time). Additional data can be written later.
Disc at Once
In this mode, data can be recorded to an entire disc in one pass. It is
not possible to write additional data later.
Session at Once
In this mode, data can be recorded to disc one session at a time. To
use this mode, your software must support Session at Once recording.
New sessions can be written later.
PacketWriting
This is useful for data back-up. Smaller units of data can be added to
tracks. To use this mode, your software must support Packet Writing.
The CDR400Atx supports sequential packet writing.

Chapter 1 - System Configuration
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Chapter 1 - System Configuration
In order to use the CDR400Atx, you will require the following.
Computer
The following operating environment is required:
For an IBM-PC computer with DOS orWindows
• An IBM/AT compatible computer with a 100 MHz or faster Pentium
CPU (in order to write at 4x speed), or a 100 MHz or faster 486
CPU (in order to write at 2x speed)
• A vacant slot in which to install a SCSI card or a pre-installed
SCSI card
• Windows 95, Windows NT4.0 or Higher
• Sufficient hard disk space
Note: You will need about twice as much space on your hard disk as that
required by the data you wish to write to CD-ROM.
SCSI card
This is required in order to connect a SCSI device (theYamaha
CDR400Atx) to your computer.
We recommend the following:
Adaptec SCSI cards: AHA-2940 (PCI), AHA-284x (VL), AHA-2740
(EISA), AHA-154x (ISA), etc.
For a Macintosh computer
• A Macintosh computer that is equipped with a 68040 CPU, or a
Power PC CPU
Note: You will need about twice as much space on your hard disk as that
required by the data you wish to write to CD-ROM.
Software
Use writing software or packet writing software which supports the
CDR400Atx or CDR400t.

Chapter 1 - System Configuration
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Discs
CD-R Discs
On the CDR400Atx, you can use conventional CD-R discs that con-
form to the Recordable Compact Disc Systems Part 2 (Orange Book).
Yamaha recommends the followingYamaha CD-R discs:
> CDM12Y63 (
φ 120mm, 63 minutes)
> CDM12Y74 ( φ 120mm, 74 minutes)
> CDM12Y74M ( φ 120mm, 74 minutes)
> CDM12Y74T (
φ 120mm, 74 minutes)
Read-only Discs
You can use discs with the logo which conform to the Compact
Disc Read Only Memory standard (CD-ROM standard,Yellow Book).
If you wish to use the audio functions, use discs with the logo,
which conform to the Compact Disc DigitalAudio standard (Red Book).

Chapter 2 - Touring Around CDR400Atx
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Chapter 2 -Touring Around CDR400Atx
Rear Panel
1 AC IN
Connect the included power cable here.
2 CDR ID
Use this switch to set a unique SCSI ID number for the CDR400Atx.
3 TERMINATOR
This switch is used to set termination. Refer to the terminator setting
section for details.
4 LINE OUT (L, R)
These jacks are used to output audio to the amplifier.
5 SCSI-1, SCSI-2
These connectors are used to connect the CDR400Atx in the SCSI
daisy chain.
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SCSI-2
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TERMINATOR
OFF ON
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Front Panel
1Disc tray
The disc is inserted and ejected here. Pressing the eject button will
open the tray.
2Headphone jack
This stereo mini jack allows you to connect headphones and listen to
audio.
3Headphone volume control
This control adjusts the volume level of the headphone output. Rotating
the control clockwise will increase the volume level.
4ON/DISC LED
This indicator lights up in orange when the CDR400Atx is powered
on, and lights up in green when the CDR400Atx contains a disc.
5READ/WRITE LED
This indicator lights up in green when data is being read, and flashes
when data is being accessed. It also lights up in orange when data is
being recorded on a disc.
6Manual Eject hole
This is used to manually eject a disc that cannot be ejected in the normal
way. It is for emergency use only.
7Eject button
This button is used to open or close the tray.
8POWER switch
This is the main power switch. Use it to power CDR400Atx on and
off. CDR400Atx and any other devices connected to the SCSI chain
must be powered on before the host computer is powered on.
POWER
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Chapter 3 - Installing theYamaha CDR400Atx Drive
CDR400Atx drive settings
♦SCSI ID settings
The SCSI ID number is used so that the computer will recognize a
connected SCSI device.You can assign 0 through 7 as the SCSI ID
number. Usually, “7” is reserved for the SCSI card ID number, and
“0” is reserved for the first SCSI device in the chain. Use a number
between 1 and 6 for the CDR400Atx.
Use the switch on the rear panel to set a SCSI ID number. The factory
set ID number is “1”.
Caution: If you are using other SCSI devices, be sure to use a unique ID number
for each device. Be sure to turn off the power to the drive before you set
the SCSI ID number.
Note: When you are using Windows 95, and if the SCSI ID setting on the rear
panel is the same as the number assigned to another SCSI device, the
Plug and Play component of Windows 95 will automatically assign an
unused number to the CDR400Atx (SCAM protocol level 1).
♦Terminator setting
The terminator setting indicates whether or not this device is the last
connected SCSI device.
Terminator ON
Terminator OFF
CDR ID
1
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Pressing this switch repeatedly
will decrease the SCSI ID
number by one each time.
Pressing this switch repeatedly
will increase the SCSI ID
number by one each time.
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Cable Connection
Power cable
Insert the power cable securely to the “AC IN” connector on the rear
panel.
SCSI cable
Connect the SCSI cable to either of the CDR400Atx rear panel SCSI
connectors (1) or (2), and connect the other end of the SCSI cable to
the host computer.
The CDR400Atx is not supplied with a SCSI cable.You will need to
obtain one that will fit the drive and the host computer connectors.
SCSI-1
SCSI-2
LINE OUT
CDR ID L
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AC I N
1TERMINATOR
OFF ON
SCSI-1
SCSI-2
LINE OUT
CDR ID
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OFF ON
To the next SCSI device: host
computer, hard disk drive, etc.

Chapter 4 - Operation
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Chapter 4 - Operation
Loading a Disc
1. Press the eject button to open the tray.
2. Carefully place the disc, label-side up, on the disc tray.
3. Press the disc tray softly or press the eject button again to
close the disc tray.
Important: Take great care when handling CD-ROM discs. They are more sensi-
tive to damage than audio CDs, and the slightest scratch can render a
disc useless. Do not expose discs to dust, dirt, heat, or moisture.
CDR-400cx
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Chapter 4 - Operation
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Ejecting the Disc
If the CDR400Atx is powered on:
Press the eject button to eject the disc.
Note: You cannot eject the disc if the SCSI command prohibits the eject
operation while the CDR400Atx is reading data.
Caution: Be sure to remove the disc after it is completely ejected. (Trying to
remove the disc before it is completely ejected may cause the drive to
malfunction.)
If the CDR400Atx is not powered on:
Pressing the eject button will not eject the disc.
Press the eject button
CDR400Atx
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Manual Eject (emergency use)
Here we explain how to eject the disc when it cannot be ejected in the
normal way; for example, the power is shut off inadvertently or the
loading mechanism fails. This technique should be used only as a last
resort. Frequent use may lead to malfunction.
You’ll need a pin-like object of 2 mm or less in diameter to do this.A
straightened paper clip makes an ideal tool.
1. Insert the pin-like tool into the manual eject hole and push
gently.
The spring-loaded mechanism ejects the disc.
2. After manually ejecting a disc, you must turn off the power
supplied to the CDR400Atx, then turn it on before continuing.
CDR400Atx
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