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Introduction
The CRX1611 offers the following features.
An internal CD-R/RW drive with ATAPI interface for PCs.
Writes up to 16 speed on CD-R disc media.
Writes up to 10 speed on CD-RW disc media.
Reads CD-ROM discs at up to 40 speed.
Worry free anti-buffer-under-run technology.
System Requirements
The CRX1611 can be used in systems with the following capabilities.
CPU: Pentium 266 MHz or higher
For stable writing performance at high speeds, the CPU speed should be considerably
higher than the above minimum requirement. For writing at 16 speed, a Pentium II/400
MHz or higher is recommended.
PC/AT-compatible PC
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Windows
95 (OSR2), Windows
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 (primary slave, or secondary master or
slave) with DMA capability (DMA mode recommended)
One empty 5-inch half-height drive bay
One available internal +12 V/+5 V power connector
In addition to the above requirements, the requirements of the writing software to be used
must also be met.
CAUTION
• The above system configuration is given as a minimum requirement for a system on which basic CD-R/RW
writing performance can be obtained. In actual use, the requirements for the writing software also have to be taken
into consideration. (Normally, these requirements will be higher than the above specifications.)
• The drive cannot be assured to operate properly if connected to an ATAPI interface adapter card (we cannot
guarantee compatibility or offer user support).
• Writing speed may automatically be adjusted depending on the disc specified speed or disc conditions such as
weight imbalance and eccentricity.
• 1 and 2 writing speed and discs are not supported.
Product Support Information
If you are having problems installing or using your drive please review the "In Case of
Trouble" in the User's Guide in Software CD-ROM disc. If you are looking for more
information about the range of Sony drive & media products, answers to general
compatibility issues or further advice with installation & operational problems please see the
following web sites:
Products purchased in USA:
http://www.sony.com/storagesupport
Products purchased in Australia or New Zealand:
http://www.sony.com.au/home.asp
Products purchased in Canada:
http://www.sony.ca/
About the Writer Software
Information about the supplied writer software is available on the web sites of the
manufacturers and software distributors. (Accessible from the Links in Software CD-ROM)
If you are unable to obtain the required information from the above sources, contact the
office below. Please have the following information available if asking about an operational
failure or damage. Free telephone support is offered for 90 days from your first call.
• Model: CRX1611
• Serial number
• Date of purchase, and name of supplier
• Computer make and model number
• Computer specifications (CPU speed, memory size, OS version, etc.)
• Writer software used (version, etc.)
• Description of the failure, with as much detail as possible
• Whether any problems occurred when the product was first used, whether problems
developed only later, etc.
USA (Sony Electronics Inc):
Monday to Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. CT
Toll Free: 1-800-588-3847
Australia or New Zealand (Sony Australia Limited):
Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. – 7.00 p.m. EST
Toll Free: 1-300-13-7669
Sydney: 612-9878-9712
Canada (Sony of Canada Limited):
Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST
Toll Free: 1-800-961-7669 (Toronto: 416-495-2995)
Toll Free (FAX): 1-888-263-2244 (Toronto: 416-495-2996)
E-mail Address: it_help@sony.ca
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98, Windows
2000 or Windows
Me operating
Main Specifications
Discs
Compatible disc types
CD-R
CD-RW
CD-ROM
CD-ROM XA
CD-DA
CD Extra (CD+)
Video CD
CD TEXT
Photo CD
(Multi-Session support)
CD-I
CD Bridge
Audio Combined CD-ROM
Disc diameter 12 cm
8 cm (reading only)
Writing Systems
Track-at-once
Disc-at-once
Session-at-once
Packet writing
Drive
Data transfer rate
Up to 6000 kbytes/sec (40 speed
1)
)
Access time
Average random stroke
150 ms
1)
Maximum data transfer rate depends on the
capabilities of the host PC
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.
Operating/Storage Environment
Operating temperature
5 to 40 ºC
Operating humidity
20 to 80 % RH (non-condensating)
Storage environment
–20 to 50 ºC, 20 to 90% RH
(non-condensating)
Power and Miscellaneous
Voltage
Current +5 V
1.2 A max.
+12 V
1.2 A max.
Size
Approx. 145.8 41.3
195.0 mm (WHD)
Weight
Approx. 1 kg (drive only)
Interface
Drive interface
ATAPI compliant
Please note that specifications and
appearance may be subject to change
without notice.
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