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Model PX-W5224TA
ATAPI CD-R/CD-RW DRIVE
INSTALLATION AND USERS MANUAL
APRIL 2003

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  • Page 1 Model PX-W5224TA ATAPI CD-R/CD-RW DRIVE INSTALLATION AND USERS MANUAL APRIL 2003...
  • Page 2 Plextor reserves the right to make improvements in the products described in this manual at Plextor makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, Plextor Corp. reserves the right to revise this manual and to make changes in its content without obligation to notify any person or This manual is copyrighted, all rights reserved.
  • Page 3 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 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. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION STATEMENT 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.
  • Page 4 The laser beam emitted from the optical pickup is invisible. Accordingly: • Do not open the optical pickup housing. • Obtain service only from Plextor-authorized personnel. CAUTION: To disconnect the CD drive from an electrical current, pull out the computer’s power plug. Top View of Internal Drive...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1. Getting Started... 1 About this Manual... 1 Meet Your PlexWriter 52/24/52A... 1 What the PlexWriter 52/24/52A Does ... 1 Features... 2 Minimum Configuration to Use the PlexWriter 52/24/52A... 3 What You Can Do with the PlexWriter 52/24/52A ... 3 What’s In the Box ...
  • Page 6 What the Self-Test Results Indicate ... 36 Appendix A: PlexWriter Specifications ... 37 Appendix B: Technical Support ... 43 How to Contact Plextor Technical Support... 43 Before You E-mail/Log On/FAX/Call ... 44 Returning Your Drive to Plextor... 44 Contacting Plextor’s RMA Department ... 45 Shipping Your Drive to Plextor ...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Please read this manual carefully and keep it handy for easy reference. Use the manual for installation, operation and troubleshooting. If your drive needs service, see your dealer or call Plextor’s Technical Support Department. In this manual you should find all the information you need to successfully install, operate and troubleshoot your drive.

  • Page 8: Features

    • CD-TEXT, CD+G: Supports CD-TEXT and CD+G writing. • Flash memory: Allows upgrading the PlexWriter to the latest firmware revision (available from the Plextor web site) without opening the computer or physically accessing the drive. • Mt. Rainier (MRW) functionality: Supports Mt. Rainier.

  • Page 9: Minimum Configuration To Use The Plexwriter 52/24/52A

    Minimum Configuration to Use the PlexWriter 52/24/52A • Computer: PC with a 300-MHz processor or faster • Memory: Minimum of 64 MB of RAM • Operating system: Windows 95, 98, 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP • Unused bay: Must have an unused 5.25-inch bay for mounting the PlexWriter 52/24/52A •...

  • Page 10: What's In The Box

    Section 1. Getting Started What’s In the Box What you find in your Plextor box depends on what the company that sold you the box put in—or took out—while the Plextor drive was in their possession. Plextor currently sells its PlexWriter 52/24/52A drive in this configuration: •...

  • Page 11: Plexwriter Drive Features And Controls

    PlexWriter Drive Features and Controls Before proceeding, become familiar with the controls and features of your PlexWriter drive. Match the parts of your drive to the illustrations below. Front Panel Figure 1: Front Panel of the PlexWriter 52/24/52A Drive 1. CD disc tray This disc tray is used to insert CDs into the CD-R/RW device.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    Section 1. Getting Started Rear Panel Figure 2: Rear Panel of the PlexWriter 52/24/52A Drive • Digital audio output connector: Outputs digital stereo signal. For connecting to a sound board that supports Sony/Philips digital interface (SPDIF) or Digital-In. • Analog audio output connector: Outputs an analog stereo signal for connecting to a sound board or audio amplifier.

  • Page 13: About Software

    If you purchased a retail kit from Plextor, you’ll get: • Plextor’s PlexTools, a special utility software package to help you get the most from your PlexWriter. • Roxio’s Easy CD Creator, a software bundle to format, play and record CD-R and CD-RW media.
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  • Page 15: Installing Your Plexwriter

    2. Installing Your PlexWriter This chapter explains how to physically install your PlexWriter in your computer. The steps you'll need to do are as follows: 1. Turn OFF your computer system. 2. Set the jumper for your new PlexWriter drive, if necessary. 3.

  • Page 16: Determine Your Existing Ide Configuration

    Section 2. Installing Your PlexWriter Figure 3: Removing a Typical Computer's Cover Determine Your Existing IDE Configuration With your computer open, determine the existing IDE configuration. You can do this by looking at the 40-pin IDE ribbon cable (or cables—there may be two) and seeing what is connected to them.

  • Page 17: Set The Drive's Mode Jumper

    Section 2. Installing Your PlexWriter Set the Drive’s Mode Jumper You specify your drive's Master or Slave setting before installing it. You do this by changing the position of a jumper on the mode jumper block at the rear of the drive. Your drive ships from our factory with its mode jumper set to operate the PlexWriter as a Master.

  • Page 18: Select An Ide Configuration

    Section 2. Installing Your PlexWriter Changing to a Master, Slave, or Cable Select The Master/Slave setting for the drive is determined by the mode jumper. The jumper is placed over one of the sets of mode pins. To change the drive from Master to Slave or to Cable Select, you must move the jumper.
  • Page 19 Before PlexWriter Installation A Hard disks connected as Master and Slave devices on primary IDE port; CD-ROM connected as Master device on secondary IDE port. NOTE: Configuration A can make it very difficult to write from the CD-ROM to the PlexWriter at 52X using “on-the-fly” copying. System configuration and performance will make a big difference.
  • Page 20 Section 2. Installing Your PlexWriter Before PlexWriter Installation B Hard disk connected as Master device, and CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive connected as Slave on the primary IDE port; nothing connected to secondary IDE port. Figure 7. How to Install the PlexWriter If Your Computer Is Originally Set Up in Before PlexWriter Installation C Hard disk connected as Master device on primary IDE port;...
  • Page 21 Before PlexWriter Installation D System uses special Cable Select cables; all devices are jumpered for Cable Select. Figure 9: How to Install the PlexWriter If Your Computer Is Originally Set Up in Section 2. Installing Your PlexWriter How to Install the PlexWriter Set the PlexWriter’s mode jumper to CSEL, and connect it to the end of the cable from the computer’s IDE...

  • Page 22: About Cable Select

    Section 2. Installing Your PlexWriter About Cable Select The Cable Select jumper position sets the PlexWriter drive to use the CSEL signal from the IDE interface for configuration purposes. This signal automatically selects the correct Master/Slave setting for the PlexWriter. Figure 10: Using the CSEL Jumper to Configure the PlexWriter Drive To use CSEL, you must have: •...

  • Page 23: Locating The Master Position On A Cable Select Cable

    Section 2. Installing Your PlexWriter Locating the Master Position on a Cable Select Cable With Cable Select, Master and Slave are determined not by jumpers, but by the connectors on the Cable Select cable. The connectors are identified as Master or Slave.

  • Page 24: Install The Plexwriter Drive

    Section 2. Installing Your PlexWriter Install the PlexWriter Drive Before proceeding to install the PlexWriter drive in your personal computer, double- check your jumper setting. Record the Serial Number Record the serial number and TLA code of your drive on the inside front cover of this manual.
  • Page 25 CSEL and Cable Select settings, you’ll have to purchase a special cable for Cable Select.) Figure 12: Internal IDE Ribbon Cable Figure 13: Ribbon Cable for Cable Select (Not Supplied by Plextor) CAUTION: The length of any IDE cable cannot exceed 18 inches. Do You Need a Power Cable? In most computers, you will find extra power connectors in the computer ready for your use.
  • Page 26 The drive can be mounted directly into your computer. Go to step 6. NOTE: Plextor does not provide rails. If you need rails, you can obtain them from the computer manufacturer or from a computer supply retail or mail-order store.
  • Page 27 Figure 15: Installing Mounting Rails (if Needed) 6. Plug one connector of the IDE cable into the IDE connector on the rear panel of the drive before you insert the drive into your computer. Then thread the cable through the front of the open bay and back toward the motherboard. The drive should slide smoothly into the bay.
  • Page 28 Section 2. Installing Your PlexWriter 8. Double-check your work. You must ensure the side of the IDE cable with the red stripe is matched to Pin 1 on the interface board and on the drive. CAUTION: In the case of only one IDE device, you must make certain that one end of the cable is always connected to the IDE connector on the motherboard.

  • Page 29: Using Sound Boards And Audio Cables

    Use only these screws. CAUTION: Do not mount your drive in your computer using screws other than those supplied by Plextor. You may damage the drive if you insert screws that are too long or the wrong thread type.

  • Page 30: Make Sure The Drive Is Recognized

    In Windows 2000 or XP, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Click on the Hardware tab, then click on the Device Manager button. Click the + sign next to the CD-ROM heading and look at the PLEXTOR CD-R PX-W5224A entry underneath.

  • Page 31: Using Your Plexwriter

    • Ultra Speed (US-RW) media can rewrite at up to 24X. Figure 18: CD-RW Speed Is Identifiable by These Logos See “Recommended Media” on page 37 for a list of Plextor-approved media at the time this manual was printed, and see the Plextor web site at www.plextor.com for an updated list.

  • Page 32: Compatibility With Various Cd Formats

    Section 3. Using Your PlexWriter Compatibility With Various CD Formats The PlexWriter 52/24/52A is compatible with the formats summarized here. Remember also that, depending on the manufacturing quality and the software used, some CDs cannot be written to. • CD-DA (Audio CD) •...

  • Page 33: Handling Cd Media

    Section 3. Using Your PlexWriter Handling CD Media Take care when handling blank CD-R and CD-RW media. Dust, scratches, and fingerprints on either side of the disc can cause write errors during recording. When picking up or holding blank media you can either place your fingers along the outer edge of the disc, or place one finger through the center hole and one finger on the outer edge.

  • Page 34: Using The Writing Speed Indicator

    The Plextor warranty does not cover drive damage resulting from shattered discs. Please examine your discs before use and verify there are no visible cracks in the hub area.

  • Page 35: Manually Enabling Speedread

    Go to PlexTools Drive Settings to enable or disable the SpeedRead option. With this software, you can select 52X as the default read speed via software control. Please see Plextor’s web site for current information regarding other software support for SpeedRead.

  • Page 36: Advantages Of Buffer Under Run Proof Technology

    Advantages of VariRec Technology This drive is equipped with VariRec (Variable Recording) technology, a feature offered by Plextor that allows you to manually adjust the drive's laser power during the audio recording process. NOTE: In order for you to actually perform the adjustment, VariRec must be supported by the recording software you’re using.

  • Page 37: How The Default Varirec Setting Is Determined

    (This table is updated when you update your drive by downloading new firmware from the Plextor web site.) 3. When you insert a recordable disc into your drive, Plextor’s PoweRec technology automatically identifies the manufacturer, model, and special features of the media, then adjusts the laser power and writing speed so they’re at the optimum...

  • Page 38: Advantages Of Overburn

    Section 3. Using Your PlexWriter Advantages of Overburn Overburn gives you the capability to burn an audio disc up to 99 minutes 59 seconds in length, or a data disc up to 875 MB in capacity. In order to use the Overburn feature, you need: •...

  • Page 39: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    PlexWriter drive. However, we advise that our customers always update drives with the latest available flash memory firmware. Before troubleshooting a possible problem with your drive please make sure to visit our web site at www.plextor.com to check if you have the latest firmware.

  • Page 40: Using The Self-Test Diagnostics

    • Tools to remove the computer’s cover • An extra jumper (supplied) • A blank piece of Plextor-recommended CD-R media. (See “Recommended Media” on page 37, or visit our web site.) The self-test will write to this media, so you won’t be able to use this disc again.
  • Page 41 4. Note the position of the mode jumper at the rear of the PlexWriter. A jumper will be installed on either the CABLE SELECT, SLAVE, or MASTER position. Write down this jumper position. (You’ll need to replace the jumper after the test.) Then: If the jumper is on the MASTER position, move it to the SLAVE or CABLE SELECT position for this test.

  • Page 42: What The Self-Test Results Indicate

    8. While pressing the eject button on the PlexWriter, turn the computer power on. The LED indicator blinks green and amber and the tray ejects. 9. Insert a blank Plextor-recommended CD-R disc. Be sure to use only CD-R media of the type recommended by Plextor.

  • Page 43: Appendix A: Plexwriter Specifications

    Appendix A: PlexWriter Specifications Minimum System Requirements Computer Minimum RAM Hard Disk Size Operating System Recommended Media CD-R: 52X CD-R: 40X CD-R: 4-32X CD-RW: 24X CD-RW: 10X-4X Supported Media Supported Media, Stamped CD Supported Media, CD-R Supported Media, CD-RW Supported Media Size 300 MHz CPU or faster.
  • Page 44 Appendix A: PlexWriter Specifications Disc Types and Formats Recordable Discs Recordable Format Recording Method Recording Disc Types Rotation Speed Interface Performance Specifications Read Speed, CD Write Speed, CD-R Write Speed, CD-RW Transfer Rate PlexWriter 52/24/52A Installation and Users Manual CD-DA, CD-EXTRA, CD-ROM Mode 1, Mixed Mode, CD-ROM XA, Photo CD, Video CD, Multisession, CD- TEXT, CD+G, UDF, CD-I CD-DA, CD-EXTRA, CD-ROM Mode 1, CD-ROM XA,...
  • Page 45 < 5 sec. (max.) to start drive after sleep ATA/ATAPI-5-compliant Modes 0-4 Modes 0-2 Modes 0-2 Supports CD-ROM commands, including special commands for CD-R and CD-RW. PLEXTOR sp CD-R sp sp sp PX-W5224A (where “sp” equals one space) PlexWriter 52/24/52A Installation and Users Manual Appendix A: PlexWriter Specifications...

  • Page 46: Environmental Conditions

    Appendix A: PlexWriter Specifications Front Panel CD Indicator Disc Loading Rear Panel Power Supply Interface Connector Analog Audio Output Digital Audio Output Mode Jumper DMA Jumper Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Temperature Storage Humidity Dimensions and Weight Dimensions (W/H/D) (excluding front panel) Weight Reliability...
  • Page 47 Safety and EMC Standards Country/ Region Canada Europe Taiwan Korea Australia/NZ Type Agency Safety Laser Safety Safety Laser BSMI C-Tick PlexWriter 52/24/52A Installation and Users Manual Appendix A: PlexWriter Specifications Standard UL 1950 FDA 21 CFR Part 15 Subpart B CSA 22.2 No.
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  • Page 49: Appendix B: Technical Support

    Appendix B: Technical Support Store Plextor’s e-mail, web site, phone, and fax numbers in a convenient location. Keep your drive’s serial number and a copy of your sales receipt handy as well. If you experience a problem while installing or operating your PlexWriter drive, please refer first to the relevant sections of this manual regarding setup and installation (Chapters 1–3).

  • Page 50: Before You E-Mail/Log On/Fax/Call

    (e.g., CD-ROM, scanner, fax board, network board). Returning Your Drive to Plextor In the unlikely event that you need to return a drive to Plextor, you need an RMA (Returned Materials Authorization) number. You need this number before any Plextor drive can be returned for repair or replacement.

  • Page 51: Contacting Plextor's Rma Department

    4. When you receive the RMA number, pack the Plextor drive securely in a box, and include the RMA form as a packing slip. 5. Write the RMA number in large letters on the outside of the box, and ship it to Plextor.
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  • Page 53: Appendix C: Warranty

    In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, PLEXTOR will, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit.

  • Page 54: If You're Outside The U.s. Or Canada

    Appendix C: Warranty If You’re Outside the U.S. or Canada Note that the warranty and RMA policy only applies to the United States and Canada. If you are in South America, contact your dealer or reseller for all warranty and RMA claims. PlexWriter 52/24/52A Installation and Users Manual...

  • Page 55: Index

    access time · 39 analog audio output · 40 connector · 6, 22 ATAPI command set · 39 ATAPI interface · 2, 38 audio analog · 40 digital · 40 audio cable · 23 bay cover panel · 20 contents of · 4 shipping ·...
  • Page 56 Index reliability · 40 DMA · 39 jumper · 6, 17, 40 support for · 2 drive installing · 18 recognizing in Windows · 24 Easy CD Creator software · 7 eject button · 5 closing tray · 26 SpeedRead and · 5, 29 EMC standards ·...
  • Page 57 overburn · 32 requirements for · 32 performance specifications · 38 PIO transfers · 39 PlexTools software · 7 enabling SpeedRead with · 29 power cable · 19 connecting · 22 power connector · 6, 22 power supply · 40 PoweRec ·...
  • Page 58 Index VariRec · 2, 30 changing setting · 31 default setting · 31 writing speed and · 31 wake mode · 39 warranty · 47 PlexWriter 52/24/52A Installation and Users Manual weight · 40 write specification CD-R · 38 CD-RW · 38 writing speed CD-R ·...
  • Page 59 Notes PlexWriter 52/24/52A Installation and Users Manual...
  • Page 60 LEXTOR 48383 Fremont Blvd. Suite 120 Fremont CA 94538-6509 www.plextor.com Phone: 510-440-2000 800-886-3935 Fax: 510-651-9755 E-mail: info@plextor.com...

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