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Ricoh MP5163A User Manual

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NOTICE
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
communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installlation. 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.
Warning as to USE
This CD-R/RW & DVD+RW drive together with software is a product for utilizing CD-
R/RW & DVD+RW recording media with rewriting, erasing and readout capabilities, as an
external computer memory device. Except in the case where copying of CD-ROMs or the
like is especially recognized under the copyrights laws as being for the purpose of
individual use by the customer or the like, or in the case where the customer has obtained
permission to make copies from the rightholder, reproduction of CD-ROMs and copyright
laws. Take notice that unauthorized copying may be subject to claims for damages and to
penalties.

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  • Page 1 To view this manual, use following browsers Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 or later Netscape Communicator 4 or later NOTICE 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.
  • Page 2 CAUTION Rating voltage for peripherals. 1. Headphone Jack Rating Voltage output Audio Signal Max. 2V FCC WARNING Changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
  • Page 3 Microsoft Corporation. Acrobat reader is trademark of Adobe Inc. The company names and product names written in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks.
  • Page 4 This manual uses the following symbols to indicate important information relating to the drive. Failing to comply with the information in this manual and/or incorrect handling of the drive may result in serious personal injury or damage to the product. Indicates restriction or precaution that should be observed.
  • Page 5 This manual contains important notes and product handling information. Be sure to read the manual before using the product. For easy reference in the future, please keep the manual at a handy location. Multimedia Printer series Thank you for purchasing the Multimedia Printer series drive MP5163A (hereafter referred to as "the drive").
  • Page 6 Buffer underrun errors which occur when data transfer falls behind the writing operation has been inevitable for CD-R/RW drives. Just Link, which we at Ricoh developed on our own, is a new technology that predicts possible occurrences of buffer underrun errors in advance and automatically avoids them. The MP5163A is the industry's first-ever drive that features Just Link.
  • Page 7 Obey the following cautions when handling the drive or discs. Cautions During Installation Install the drive in accordance with the specifications. Be careful to avoid locations likely to cause vibration or shock. Avoid locations where there is high humidity, excessive dust, or poor ventilation. Avoid locations in direct sunlight, with severe changes in humidity, or places where there are extremely high or low temperature variations.
  • Page 8 fig1 1. Check 2. Recording surface fig2 1. 50 to 100mm Back...
  • Page 9 CD-RW rewrite, and 40x CD-ROM/R/RW read speeds. As a DVD-ROM drive, it provides a performance of 12x read speed. Just Link, which we at Ricoh developed on our own, is a new technology that predicts possible occurrences of buffer underrun errors in advance and automatically avoids them An improved anti-heat design means that no cooling fan is needed.
  • Page 10 In this case, please try to write with a lower writing speed, or please use another disc. Ricoh's original phase-change recording material which is field-proven for CD-RW is being used for DVD use. Rewritable DVD+RW/+R have the capacity of 4.7 GB, the same as DVD-ROM.

  • Page 11: Front Panel

    Front Panel Rear panel Front Panel Disc tray This is the tray for the disc. Place the disc on the ejected disc tray, then lightly push the tray (or push the eject button) and the disc will be mounted. Caution Don't use force to pull out or push in the disc tray.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    This indicator lights orange when a disc is mounted into the drive. When the disc is being accessed, it flashes or lights orange. If a disc is not mounted, the indicator does not light even when the power is turned on. When a illegal disc is loaded or some hardware trouble occurs, the indicator blinks.
  • Page 13 IDE Interface Connector Connect to the IDE (Integrated Device Electronics) interface using a 40-pin flat IDE cable. Caution Do not connect or disconnect the cable while the power is on, as this could cause a short circuit and damage the system. Always turn the power OFF when connecting or disconnecting the cable. Power Connector Connects to the power supply (5 and 12V DC) of the host computer.
  • Page 14 Emergency Eject This drive has a function that allows the CD to be ejected manually, if this becomes necessary in an emergency such as failure of the drive or a power outage. Follow the following procedures in such a case. Caution This feature is a last measure to be used only in an emergency.
  • Page 15 If you cannot successfully eject the tray by pushing a thin, rigid object in, In such a case, push the tip of the thin wire in the following direction with the wire angled at about 15 degrees so that the tray the situation may be as follows.
  • Page 16 Disc ejection 1. Press the eject button 2. Slowly take the disc out of the disc tray 3. Press the eject button or push the disc tray and the tray will be inserted back into the drive.
  • Page 17 Caution After ejecting the disc, return the disc tray inside the unit quickly. When the disc tray is in the ejected position, dust and other debris will enter, possibly causing read errors, write errors, or drive failure. Back Next Load the disc Disc ejection Emergency Eject Using the Drive in a Vertical Position...
  • Page 18 Load the disc 1. Press the eject button. 2. Place the disc on the disc tray. Caution When using a 120mm CD, place it in the large round depression. When using an 80mm CD, place it in the small round depression with its label side facing up.
  • Page 19 3. Load the disc by pressing the eject button or by lightly pushing in the disc tray.
  • Page 20 Next Disc ejection Load the disc Emergency Eject Using the Drive in a Vertical Position...
  • Page 21 Using the Drive in a Vertical Position The drive can be installed in a vertical position. 1. Locate the four tabs on the disc tray. 2. When loading a disc, insert it into the inner side of the tabs. Caution Cannot be used with 80mm CDs.

  • Page 22: Installing The Drive

    Specific knowledge of hardware and software is necessary to install the drive. We cannot guarantee against direct or indirect damage resulting from improper connections. Ask your supplier for details of the installation procedure. Before Installation Before installing the drive, please note the following points. You will need the following: A Phillips head screw driver of a suitable size to fit the securing screws for the drive unit.

  • Page 23: Jumper Set Up

    1. Jumper Set Up Before installation, set the jumper on the jumper connector on the rear panel. 1. Master (MA) Drive set as Master (factory default) 2. Slave (SL) Drive set as Slave 3. Cable Select (CS) Drive mode set by CSEL on the host IDE interface The drive can be connected as the Master or Slave on an E-IDE (ATAPI) interface.

  • Page 24: Table Of Contents

    Only one jumper should be installed on the jumper connector. If more than one jumper is installed, the drive may malfunction or be damaged. Next 2. Removing the Computer Cover 1. Jumper Set Up 3. Mounting the Drive 4. Connecting the Power Connector 5.

  • Page 25: Removing The Computer Cover

    2. Removing the Computer Cover Make sure all peripheral devices of the computer and the computer itself are turned off, and then remove the cover. Refer to the manual for the computer for details about removing the cover. Caution There may be sharp edges inside the computer take care to avoid injury. Back Next 1.

  • Page 26: Mounting The Drive

    3. Mounting the Drive 1. Remove the 5 inch drive bay panel from the computer. Refer to the manual for the computer for details. 2. Insert the drive unit into the bay. Do not apply excessive pressure to the cables inside the computer. 3.
  • Page 27 Back Next 1. Jumper Set Up 2. Removing the Computer Cover 4. Connecting the Power Connector 3. Mounting the Drive 5. PC Connections 6. Sound Card Connection 7. Replacing the Computer Cover 8. Device Drivers...

  • Page 28: Connecting The Power Connector

    4. Connecting the Power Connector Connect the power cable from the computer's power supply to the socket on the drive unit, fitting the connector properly into the socket. If there is no spare power cable available in the computer, you will have to purchase a splitter cable of a suitable type. Back Next 1.
  • Page 29 5. PC Connections The drive connects to the motherboard of the host computer using an IDE interface cable. Both Primary and Secondary connectors are usually provided on the motherboard, which may be connected as follows: 1. Master 2. Slave 3. Motherboard 4.
  • Page 30 To Install as a Slave Drive To install the drive as a Slave, change the jumper setting on the rear panel. 1. Master drive (Booting hard disk) 2. Slave drive (the drive) 3. Secondary connector 4. Primary connector 5. Master drive (Other IDE drive)
  • Page 31 Back Next 1. Jumper Set Up 2. Removing the Computer Cover 3. Mounting the Drive 4. Connecting the Power Connector 6. Sound Card Connection 5. PC Connections 7. Replacing the Computer Cover 8. Device Drivers...
  • Page 32 6. Sound Card Connection If the computer has a sound card, the drive can be connected to the sound card with an audio cable. Make sure the connections are oriented so that L corresponds to L and R to R. Refer to the manual for the sound card for detailed information regarding connection.

  • Page 33: Replacing The Computer Cover

    7. Replacing the Computer Cover When the installation of the drive unit is complete, replace the computer cover. Back Next 1. Jumper Set Up 2. Removing the Computer Cover 3. Mounting the Drive 4. Connecting the Power Connector 5. PC Connections 6.

  • Page 34: Device Drivers

    8. Device Drivers When using Windows 98/95 or Window NT Workstation Ver. 4.0 or Windows 2000 (Professional), the installation of any special device drivers are not required. In order to ensure normal drive operation or if the drive is not recognized by your computer, please check the following: In order to ensure normal drive operation If the drive is not recognized by your computer...
  • Page 35 If a [!] indicator is displayed on the IDE controller in [control panels] - [system] - [hardware] - [device manager] , you will need to contact your PC manufacturer or the motherboard manufacturer and get the appropriate E- IDE controller driver. Back 1.
  • Page 36 Caution When using CD-ROM discs, CD-R discs or CD-RW discs, do not attach any stickers or labels to the discs. Using discs with labels attached not only causes read and write errors, but data on the disc may be lost due to damage to the disc itself. Load the disc Disc ejection Emergency Eject...
  • Page 37 Drive : MP5163A Type Internal type Interface Enhanced-IDE (ATAPI) Data buffer memory Data transfer speed 33.3MB/sec. (Max.) (UDMA33) CD-R/CD-RW/High > <Read Speed Speed CD-RW Write/Read speed 40X: 4.8MB/sec. (Ave.) Write Speed CD-R: 4X: 600KB/sec. 8X: 1200KB/sec. 16X: 2.4MB/sec. CD-RW: 4X: 600KB/sec. 10X: 1.5MB/sec.
  • Page 38 2.4X: 3.38MB/sec.(MAX) 4X: 5.5MB/sec.(MAX) <DVD Read Speed> 12X: 16.6MB/sec.(MAX) Average access time CD: 120msec. / DVD: 140msec Initial processing time CD-ROM 14sec. or less CD-R/RW (also High Speed CD-RW) 19sec. or less Mounting direction horizontal/vertical (eject button upper) Writing Mode Track At Once, Disc At Once, Multi-session, Packet Write, Session At Once.
  • Page 39 CD-Text DVD-ROM DVD+R DVD+RW Loading system Tray type (automatic loading/eject) Power DC5V, DC12V Power consumption 23VA Weight 1.06 Kg. Dimensions 148.2 X 198 X 41.3mm Reliability Error Rate: bits or less MTBF: 100,000hours or greater MTTR: Within 30 minutes Environmental When operating When not operating Conditions...
  • Page 40 Shock 2 X 9.8 m/s 40 X 9.8 m/s (3msec. half sine) (11msec. half sine) Environmental Class 3 million or less (3 million particles of 0.5 micron dust dustper cubic foot or less) *1Speed is automatically reduced if reading is unsuccessful. *2"Play"...
  • Page 41 * All references to the product in this document are to specifications in effect when the product was released. Copyright RICOH Co.Ltd. All rights reserved.

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