Sony CRX-185A1 User Manual

Introduction
This product offers the following features. Writes up to 10 speed on CD-RW disc
media.
An internal CD-RW drive with ATAPI Reads CD-ROM discs at up to 40
(EIDE) interface for PCs. speed.
Writes up to 32 speed on CD-R disc Features buffer under-run error
media. protection technology.
System Requirements
This CD-RW drive can be used in systems
CAUTION
with the following capabilities.
• The above system configuration is given as a
minimum requirement for a system on which basic
CPU: Pentium 266 MHz or higher CD-RW writing performance can be obtained. In
actual use, the requirements for the writing software
For stable writing performance at high
and "Windows" also have to be taken into
speeds, the CPU speed should be
consideration. (Normally, these requirements will be
considerably higher than the above
higher than the above specifications.)
minimum requirement. For writing at
• The drive cannot be assured to operate properly if
32 speed, a Pentium II/400 MHz or connected to an ATAPI interface adapter card (we
cannot guarantee compatibility or offer user support).
higher is recommended.
• Writing speed may automatically be adjusted
PC/AT-compatible PC
depending on the disc specified speed or disc
®
Windows 98 Second Edition (SE),
conditions such as weight imbalance and eccentricity.
Windows ® 2000, Windows ® Millennium
• 1 and 2 writing speed and discs are not supported.
®
Edition (Me) or Windows XP operating
system
At least 32 MB RAM (64 MB or higher
recommended)
At least 1 GB available hard disk space
One available EIDE (ATAPI) interface
connection with DMA capability
One empty 5-inch half-height drive bay
One available internal +12 V/+5 V power
connector
Accessory List
Please verify that the package includes the following accessories with the drive when
unpacking.
If any of these items appears to be missing or damaged, please contact your supplier.
• CD-RW drive unit (CRX185E1) • 40 pin ATAPI (IDE) flat cable
• Screws ( 4)
• User's Guide
• Quick Start Guide (for ATAPI (EIDE) Interface Drive)
• Software CD-ROM
• Warranty Card
Note
To guard against possible loss or damage, be sure to
make a backup copy of the provided software CD-ROM
on a CD-R disc or other media. The software CD-ROM
is not sold separately.
Please Record Responsibly
Before copying anything onto a CD-R or CD-RW disc, please be sure you are not violating
copyright laws. Most software companies allow you to make a back-up or archive copy of
software. Check your software's license agreement for specific details.
CD-RW 10
ATAPI CD-RW CD-ROM 40
CD-R 32
CD-RW
• CD-R CD-RW
CPU Pentium 266 MHz
Windows
CPU 32
Pentium II 400 MHz
• ATAPI
PC/AT
•
OS Windows ® 98 Second Edition Windows ®
®
Millennium Edition Me Windows 2000
• 1 2 1
Windows ® XP
RAM 32 M 64 M
1 G
IDE ATAPI
12 V/+5 V
• CD-RW CRX185E1 • IDE 40
• 4
•
• ATAPI EIDE
• CD-ROM
•
CD-ROM CD-R
CD-ROM
CD-R CD-RW
Main Specifications
Compatible disc Operating/Storage Environment
Operating temperature
CD-R
CD-RW 5 to 40 ºC
CD-ROM
CD-ROM XA
CD-DA
CD Extra (CD+)
5 40
Video CD
CD TEXT
Power and Miscellaneous
Photo CD
DC +5 V
(Multi-Session support)
DC +12 V
CD-I
Size
Audio Combined CD-ROM
Approx. 145.8 41.3
Disc diameter 12 cm
(excluding front bezel)
8 cm (reading only)
Weight
Approx. 1 kg (drive only)
Writing Systems
Track-at-once
Disc-at-once
2
DC 5 V
Session-at-once
DC 12 V
Packet writing
145.8 41.3 195.0 mm
Drive
Data transfer rate
Up to 6000 kbytes/sec (40 speed 1) )
1 kg
Access time
Average random stroke 150 ms
Interface
Drive interface
1) Maximum data transfer rate depends on the
capabilities of the host PC
ATAPI (EIDE) compliant
6000 k /S 40 1)
ATAPI
150 ms
Buffer capacity
1)
2 MB
2 M
Please note that specifications and
appearance may be subject to change
without notice.
CD-RW Drive
1.5 A max.
1.5 A max.
195.0 mm (WHD)
User's Guide
1.5 A max.
1.5 A max.
CRX185A1/CRX185E1
2001 Sony Corporation
English
Please refer to this manual together with the "ATAPI Interface Drive User's Guide" in the attached Software
CD-ROM, which carries more detailed information.
Français
Reportez-vous au présent manuel ainsi qu'aux documents intitulés "ATAPI Interface Drive Guide de
l'utilisateur" contenu sur le CD-ROM accompagnant ce produit pour plus de détails.
Deutsch
Einzelheiten entnehmen Sie bitte diesem Handbuch zusammen mit der "Betriebsanleitung für das ATAPI-
Schnittstellenlaufwerk" auf der mitgelieferten CD-ROM, die zusätzliche Details enthält.
Español
Consulte este manual junto con la "Guía del usuario de la unidad de interfaz ATAPI" del CD-ROM del
software suministrado, que ofrece información más detallada.
Italiano
Fare riferimento a questo manuale insieme a "Guida dell'utilizzatore dell'unità disco a interfaccia ATAPI" nel
CD-ROM del software allegato, che contiene informazioni più dettagliate.
Português
Consulte este manual junto com o "Guia do Utilizador do Drive de Interface ATAPI" no CD-ROM do Software
em anexo, que traz informações mais detalhadas.
Nederlands
Raadpleeg deze gebruiksaanwijzing samen met de "ATAPI station-interface gebruikershandleiding" op de
bijgeleverde CD-ROM, die meer gedetailleerde informatie bevat.
Svenska
Vi hänvisar till denna bruksanvisning tillsammans med "Användarguide för enhet med ATAPI gränssnitt" på
den bifogade CD-ROM-skivan, som innehåller mer detaljerad information.
CD-ROM
4-662-817-01(1)
Printed in China P/N: 7819900206
ATAPI