Handling Media; Media Used For Reading And Writing; Notes On Handling; Cartridge Memory - Sony ODS-L30M Operation Manual

Handling Media

Media Used for Reading and Writing

This unit uses the following cartridges and similar media.
Cartridge Media Read/write support No. of
type
ODS-D77F ODS-D280F
ODC300R Write-once Read/
Capacity: Write
300 GB
ODC300RE Rewritable Read/
Capacity: Write
300 GB
ODC600R Write-once Read/
Capacity: Write
600 GB
ODC600RE Rewritable Read/
Capacity: Write
600 GB
ODC1200RE Rewritable Read/
Capacity: Write
1.2 TB
ODC1500R Write-once Read/
Capacity: Write
1.5 TB
ODC3300R Write-once Not
Capacity: supported
3.3 TB
Notes
• 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.
• For ODC3300R cartridges, the number of files that can
be created is 480,000. For cartridges other than the
ODC3300R, you can select the maximum number of
files that can be created (60,000 or 240,000) when you
format the cartridge.
• When you reformat write-once media, the previous
• For cartridges other than the ODC3300R, if you select
files
which
• Read-only cartridges cannot be formatted on the ODS-
can be
created
• Do not insert ODC3300R cartridges into the ODS-D77F.
Not 60,000 or
supported 240,000
Not 60,000 or

Notes on Handling

supported 240,000
Handling
Not 60,000 or
supported 240,000
The cartridge houses multiple discs in a shell, and is
designed to allow handling free of risk from dust or
Not 60,000 or
fingerprints. However, if the cartridge is subjected to a
supported 240,000
severe shock, for example by dropping it, this can result in
damage or scratching of the discs. If a disc is scratched, it
Read- 60,000 or
may be impossible to write data, or to read the data written
only 240,000
on the disc. The cartridge should be handled and stored
carefully.
Read- 60,000 or
• Do not remove any discs from the cartridge.
only 240,000
• Do not disassemble the cartridge.
• If the disc order in a cartridge is changed, or other discs
Read/ 480,000
Write
• The supplied adhesive labels are recommended for
Storage
• Do not store cartridges where they may be subjected to
• Do not leave cartridges where dust may be able to gain
• Store cartridges in their cases.
Care of the cartridge
• Remove dust and dirt on the outside of a cartridge using
• If condensation forms, allow ample time to dry before

Cartridge Memory

The cartridge includes cartridge memory, which enables
contactless communication with this unit.
Basic information about the cartridge is written in
cartridge memory.
maximum number of files that can be created (480,000
for ODC3300R cartridges, 60,000 or 240,000 for other
cartridges) will carry over. However, you can reselect
the maximum number of files that can be created when
you reformat rewritable media.
240,000 as the maximum number of files that can be
created during formatting, the rate of successful repair
for the file repair function will be lower than when
60,000 is selected.
D280F.
Inserting a cartridge may damage the unit.
are substituted, the cartridge will no longer be
recognized by the unit and cannot be used.
indexing cartridges. Apply the label in the correct
position.
direct sunlight, or in other places where the temperature
or humidity is high.
ingress.
a soft dry cloth.
use.
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Handling Media