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DVD-VIDEO Playback and Region Codes
(Region Numbers)
The playing of DVD-VIDEO (DVD discs) is
In order for the DVD-ROM drive to play a
protected and controlled by a region code
*
DVD-VIDEO, the region code shown on the
setting.
DVD disc, the region code of the DVD-
*
Region Playback Control standard (RPC
ROM drive, and the DVD video software
standard)
region code must all match.
DVD-VIDEO Playback and Region Codes with the CRXP-90MU
With the CRXP-90MU, the region code can
CAUTION
be set up to five times, including the initial
Do not attempt to make unauthorized changes to the
assignment (RPC Phase 2 standard). The
region code. Any problems that result from doing so
will not be covered by the warranty.
CRXP-90MU region code is set by the
DVD-VIDEO playback software.
Points to Consider when Playing
DVD-VIDEOs
Important
The playback conditions for DVD-VIDEOs
After setting the region code five times (including the
are sometimes determined by software
initial setting), the setting becomes permanent and
cannot be changed. Thereafter, you will only be able to
makers. Since the CRXP-90MU plays back
play DVD-VIDEOs whose region code matches that set
discs as determined by the software
the fifth time.
manufacturer, some drive functions may not
always work as expected. When playing
back DVD-VIDEOs, refer to the instructions
accompanying each disc.
About "Memory Stick"
Using "Memory Stick"
• Data may be lost if:
– "Memory Stick" is removed from the drive or the
You can read data from and write data to
computer turned off while reading or writing data.
– "Memory Stick" is subjected to an electrostatic
"Memory Stick" using Windows or
discharge or electrostatic noise.
Macintosh usual file operations.
• If write-behind caching is enabled for removable disk
drives, follow the procedure below to disable the
If an error message appears
function. Using the drive with this function active may
cause abnormal operation.
If an error occurs when reading or writing to
With Windows XP
"Memory Stick", and that a blue screen
On the [start] menu, click [Control Panel], click
[Performance and Maintenance], click [System], click
appears with a message indicating that data
the [Hardware] tab, click [Device Manager], and
may be lost, "Memory Stick" may be write-
double-click [Disk Drives]. Right-click [SONY
protected. In this case, slide the write-protect
MEMORYSTICK CRX] and click [Properties] on the
switch as illustrated below to remove the
shortcut menu. Click the [Policies] tab and clear the
[Enable write caching on the disk] check box.
protection. No data is erased from "Memory
With Windows 2000
Stick" if this occurs.
On the [Start] menu point to [Settings], click [Control
Panel], and double-click [System]. Click the
CAUTION
[Hardware] tab, click [Device Manager], and double-
click [Disk drives]. Right-click [SONY
• "Memory Stick" are formatted at the time of
MEMORYSTICK CRX], and then click [Properties]
manufacture. There is no need to reformat them.
on the shortcut menu. Click the [Disk Properties] tab
Formatting "Memory Stick" with your computer may
and clear the [Write cache enabled] check box.
cause access problems when inserting it into other
"Memory Stick" compatible device.
With Windows Me ⁄ and Windows 98 SE
• To use "Memory Stick" formatted with a computer,
On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], click [Control
reformat it with a "Memory Stick" compatible device.
Panel], and double-click [System]. Click the
• Other "Memory Stick" compatible devices require the
[Performance] tab, click [File System], click the
"MemoryStick.ind" file on "Memory Stick". Do not
[Removable Disk] tab, and clear the [Enable write-
erase this file.
behind caching on all removable disk drives] check
• Do not attempt to defragment or compress the
box.
"Memory Stick" drive.
Protecting Data on "Memory Stick"
To prevent accidental loss of important data,
Write-protect position
use the write-protect switch on "Memory
Slide the switch right to the write-protect
Stick". Slide the switch to the write-protect
position. It is now impossible to write or
or write-enable position.
delete data on "Memory Stick". We suggest
that you slide the switch to the write-protect
Write-enable position
position when you only read data on
Slide the switch left to the write-enable
"Memory Stick".
position. You can read, write, and delete data
on "Memory Stick" Formatting "Memory
Connector
Stick" is also possible. When you want to
write data on "Memory Stick", slide the
Write-enable
switch to the write-enable position.
position
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Place the label here
"Memory Stick"
"Memory Stick" is a new generation of
CAUTION
small, light, high-capacity removable
• When attaching a label to "Memory Stick", only use
storage media.
"Memory Stick" labels. Do not use other types of
labels.
There are two types of "Memory Stick":
• When storing or carrying "Memory Stick", keep it in
the ordinary "Memory Stick" and
its original case.
"MagicGate* Memory Stick".
• Avoid touching the connector or making it come in
You can use both types with the CRXP-
contact with metallic objects.
• Do not drop, bend, or submit "Memory Stick" to
90MU. However, because the CRXP-
external shock.
90MU does not support the MagicGate
• Do not disassemble or modify "Memory Stick".
standards, data recorded with the
• Avoid dropping liquids on "Memory Stick".
CRXP-90MU is not subject to MagicGate
copyright protection.
* MagicGate is a coding method that allows copyright
protection.
Product and Support Information
Sony Global Sites
Technical Support
Information
Please consult the above sources before
calling with questions about using
Products purchased in USA:*
CRXP-90MU, or with technical questions
http://www.sony.com/storagesupport
about the drive or the supplied software. If
Products purchased in Canada:
using telephone or email support, please
http://www.sony.ca/
have the following information available:
Products purchased in Australia or New
• Model number: CRXP-90MU
Zealand:
• Serial number
http://www.sony.com.au
• Date and place of purchase
• Computer maker and model number
Products purchased in Europe:*
• Computer specifications (CPU speed,
http://www.sonyisstorage.com/support
memory size, OS version, etc.)
Products purchased in Hong Kong:*
• Writer software used (version, etc.)
http://www.sony.com.hk/Electronics/cp
Local technical support service is
Products purchased in China:*
available in the following sales
http://www.sony.com.cn/Electronics/edmh
regions:
Products Purchase in Singapore:
http://www.sony.com.sg/asianit/
For products purchased in USA
(Sony Electronics Inc):
Products purchased in Taiwan:*
Monday to Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. CT
http://www.sony.com.tw/stwn/cpd/index.htm
• Toll Free: 1-800-588-3847
Products purchased in Korea:*
• Free telephone support is offered for 90
http://www.sony.co.kr/cp
days from your first call.
Products purchased in Brazil:
For products purchased in Canada
http://www.sonybrasil.com.br
(Sony of Canada Limited):
Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. EST
Products purchased in Middle East &
• Toll Free: 1-800-961-7669
Gulf:
• E-mail Address: it_help@sony.ca
http://www.sony-middleeast.com
* Local web sites for computer peripheral products
For products purchased in Australia or
New Zealand (Sony Australia Limited):
About the Bundled Writing Software
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. EST
Detailed information about the supplied
• Toll Free: 1300-13-7669
writing software is available on the web sites
• International: +61-2-9887-6666
of the software manufacturers and software
distributors.
For products purchased in Europe
(Sony UK Limited):
Customer Services for Media Products
Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m
Sony Electronics Inc., New Jersey, U.S.A.
• Toll Free:
Sony of Canada Ltd., Ontario, Canada
00800-CNCESONY (00800-26237669)
http://www.mediabysony.com/
• E-mail Address:
Sony France S.A. Customer Service
Helpdesk@SonyNordic.no
40465 Pontonx sur l'Adour France
(For Nordic regions)
http://www.sony-europe.com/
CNCE.SONY@suplie.com
(For other European regions)
Warranty Card & After Sales Service
Warranty Card
• A warranty card should be provided with
• The warranty period is one year from the
this product at the place of purchase.
date of purchase.
• Please read the warranty card, fill in the
specified information, and retain it for
Note
future reference.
The warranty and technical support service are valid
only in the countries or sales regions specified on the
warranty card.
After-Sales Service
Repairs under Warranty
Repair Requirements
We provide repair services as described in
If the drive needs repair, return, it together
this manual and on the Warranty Card.
with all supplied accessories (USB cables
Write-protect
Please contact your supplier or repair service
and AC adapter) to your place of purchase or
position
provider for details.
repair service provider.
• If you return the drive to your place of
Repairs outside of Warranty
purchase or repair service provider because
of damage resulting from misuse or other
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If operation can be restored by repair, we
causes, you will be responsible for all
will repair the drive for a charge.
repair-related expenses, including shipping
and handling and product adjustments.
Main Specifications
Speed
Power Supply/Miscellaneous
Write speed
Power supply
24 maximum (CD-R)
External power jack: rated 5 V
10 maximum (CD-RW)
AC adapter: AC-CRX85
(rated input AC100 V - 240 V)
Read speed
24 maximum (CD-ROM)
Power consumption
8 maximum (DVD-ROM)
2.0 A
Size
Discs
Approximately 129 19
134 mm
Compatible discs
(W H
D)
CD-ROM
DVD-ROM
Weight
CD-ROM XA
DVD-Video
Approximately 260 g (main unit only)
Photo CD
CD-DA
CD-R
CD-RW
Interfaces
Video CD
CD Extra (CD+)
Drive interface
CD TEXT
USB 2.0 compliant*
Disc diameter: 12 cm
* For connection to a computer using the
8 cm (CD-DA reading only)
USB cable provided with the
Writing methods
CRXP-90MU.
Track at once
Buffer capacity
Disc at once
8 MB
Session at once
Fixed packet writing
"Memory Stick" slot
Drive
Write speed
Up to 1.5 MB/s
Data transfer rate
Maximum: 10800 KB/s (DVD-ROM 8
1)
)
Read speed
Up to 2.45 MB/s
Access time
Average (random stroke): 160 ms
* Maximum read and write speeds depend
1)
The maximum data transfer rate varies
on the capabilities of the computer and the
according to the performance capabilities
type of "Memory Stick" used.
of the computer.
These specifications and the appearance of
Buffer underrun error protection
the product are subject to change without
technology
notice.
Operating Environment/Storage
Environment
Operating temperature
5°C to 35°C
Safety Regulations
WARNING
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
CAUTION:
As the laser beam in this CRXP-90MU is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble
the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
The use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
This label is located on the disc tray and inside the bottom cover.
Dieses Etikett befindet sich auf der CD-Schublade und auf der Innenseite der unteren Abdeckung.
DANGER
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM
VORSICHT
SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG. WENN ABDECKUNG
GEOFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
This CRXP-90MU is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the bottom cover.
Bei diesem CRXP-90MU handelt es sich um ein Laser-Produkt der Klasse 1.
Das Etikett mit der Aufschrift LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT befindet sich auf der Unterseite
des Gehäuses.
CLASS 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
PRODUKT
DANGER
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
ATTENTION
RAYONNEMENT VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE.
EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.
VORSICHT
SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN
ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
ADVARSEL
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING,
UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
ADVARSEL
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
VARNING
SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR
ÖPPNAD. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.
VARO!
NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA
LASERSÄTEILYLLE, ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEN.
FCC Compliance:
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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note:
If you have any questions about this product, you may call the telephone number listed on the
"Product and Support Information" page. The telephone number below is not for customer
service but only for official purpose.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
SONY
Model No.:
CRXP-90MU
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address:
680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 USA
Telephone No.:
201-930-6972
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.
CE Sicherheitsbestimmungen
Diese Ausrüstung erfüllt die Europäischen EMC-Bestimmungen für die Verwendung in
folgender / folgenden Umgebung(en):
• Wohngegenden
• Gewerbegebiete
• Leichtindustriegebiete
(Diese Ausführung erfüllt die Bestimmungen der Norm EN55022, Klasse B.)
CAUTION
The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power.
Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Achtung
Zur Trennung vom Netz ist der Netzsecker aus der Steckdose zu ziehen, welche sich in der Nähe des Gerätes befinden
muß und leicht zugänlich sein soll.
• Power-Burn, and
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• "Memory Stick", and
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc.
• Other system and product names used herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective manufacturers, although the™ and ®marks are not used in the text.
Before using this device, be sure to read the end users license agreements for the software
provided with your computer.
Our product guarantee is valid only when the supplied accessories (including
software) are used in the specified or recommended system environment, in
accordance with this Users Guide, and applies only to this CD-RW/DVD-ROM
drive. Our customer service and user support apply only under these product
guarantee conditions.
Please note that we cannot accept responsibility for failure of the computer or other
devices, incompatibility with special hardware, operating problems caused by
improper installation of software, loss of data, discs or other accidental or incidental
damage that might occur when using this product.
The guarantee and user support for this product are valid only within the countries
or sales regions specified on the warranty card.
Copyright laws prohibit the copying of all or part of the supplied software and Users
Guide, or loaning the software, without obtaining permission of the copyright
holder.
We cannot accept responsibility for any direct or indirect financial damage or loss
of profit that might occur when using the supplied software.
The supplied software can only be used with this product.
Specifications of the supplied software may be changed without notice in the
interest in product improvement.
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.
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