INTERNAL
13842 / Rev. 112
CD-RW SCSI CD-RW IDE
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GB Dear User,
Thank you for purchasing the FREECOM internal CD-RW (Compact Disc Re- corder/ReWriter - abbreviated CD-R/RW drive). Be sure to read this manual carefully before using this product. Product pictures may vary from the actual product.
This manual explains everything you need to know to operate this product. Keep it in a safe place and refer to it whenever necessary. Writing software must be installed in the host computer in order to write on the CD-R/RW discs. Refer to the software manual for details.
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Warning! This device is equipment complying with EN55022 class A. This equipment can cause radio disturbances in a residential area. If this is the case, the user has to take appropriate measures and assume all responsibility and costs for. It may not Copyright Statement
It is a criminal offence, under applicable copyright laws, to make unau- thorised copies of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts and sound recordings. This equipment should not be used for such purposes.
GB Table of Contents
USERSMANUAL
System requirements,
Features / Media formats ... Page 4 Cautions ... Page 5
CHAPTER 1:
Internal SCSI CD-RW ... Page 7
CHAPTER 2:
Internal IDE ATAPI CD-RW ... Page 16
CHAPTER 3:
How to Use the Discs / Before Asking for Repairs ... Page 25
GB System requirements System environment
CPU: 100 MHz (or faster) Pentium (for 4x speed, 166MHz or faster recom- mended)
Memory: Windows 95/98/2000: 32MB or greater, Windows NT Workstation Ver. 4.0: 32MB or greator (64MB or over recommended)
Hard disk with average access time of 19 msec or less, and data transfer speed of 1,200KB/ sec or greater. 75 MB or more free space.
SCSI Interface
orEnhanced-IDE interface (as Primary Slave, Secondary Master, or Slave)
Drive bay 5.25-inch half height bay required
Power +5V/+12V power socket required
Software Required
Windows 95/98/ME
Windows NT 4.0
Windows 2000
Features / Media formats
The FREECOM internal CD-RW reads and writes according to the following standards:
MS-DOS data CDs (High Sierra, Mode 1 & Mode 2 complying with ISO 9660)
Data CDs (Joliet)
CD ROM XA
Mixed Mode CDs
Kodak Photo CDs (single and multisession)
UDF (Universal Disc Format)
Audio CDs
The drive can read CD-RW disks, write and rewrite them, additionaly to saving of data to CD-R media. The capacity of the CD-RW is 650/700 MB. CD-RW disks are only read-compatible with multiread-capable CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs as well as CD-RW drives.
GB 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, much dust, or poor ventilation.
Avoid locations in direct sunlight, with severe changes in humidity, or places where there are extremely high or low temperatures.
Dont use the drive near radio or television receivers. It may interfere with their reception.
Dismantling the drive to attempt repairs or for other reasons is dangerous because the laser may radiate outside the unit. Do not disassemble the drive.
- During Use
Dont suddenly move the drive from a cold place to a warm one, or suddenly raise the room temperature. Condensation may occur, causing abnormal operation.
Make sure to remove the disc before moving the drive. The disc may be damaged, causing data loss.
Be careful to prevent foreign objects such as liquids or metal from entering the drive. Should by chance a foreign object enter the drive, please consult the dealer where the drive was purchased.
Dont use benzene or thinner to clean dirt from the drive. Dont allow chemicals such as insecticides to contact the drive. Use a soft cloth to wipe the drive, or moisten a cloth with neutral detergent diluted with water and use it to clean particularly dirty areas.
Dont cutoff the electric power while the drive is operating.
Never insert a damaged disc into the drive.
In wintertime, dont use a disc soon after bringing in from outdoors. Use it only after it has reached room temperature.
SCSI:
If two different devices with the same SCSI ID are connected to the SCSI bus, the system may fail to function. Be careful that none of the SCSI IDs are the same when installing the equipment.
Keep the total length of the SCSI cable within 6 meters.
When connecting the SCSI cable to the drive, make sure the power is OFF.
Cautions
GB IDE-ATAPI: The total length of the IDE cable should be no more than 18 inches (about 45 cm).
Make sure the power to the host computer is turned OFF before connecting.
When connecting two IDE devices to the Primary or Secondary connectors, make sure that the two devices are not both configured as Master, or both as Slave. If they are both set the same, Windows may fail to run or recognize the drives.
- Concerning Disc Cleaning
Remove the disc by pressing the eject button.
Use compressed air to clear dust from the drive. (Spray the compressed air for about 5 seconds).
Check to see if there is dirt on the surface of the disc. Be careful not to touch the disc with the fingers when doing this.
After cleaning the disc with compressed air, place it on the disc tray and load in the drive.
The FREECOM internal CD-RW drive
The FREECOM internal CD-RW (the CD-RW Drive) can do much more than read and write the usual CD-R discs.
When loaded with a rewritable CD-RW disc, you can record, read and edit any kind of data. This is because the CD-RW discs allow you to rewrite information that has already been recorded.
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CHAPTER 1: Internal SCSI CD-RW
1.1 Drive functions and settings Front Panel
Rear panel
Attantion! Connecting or disconnecting connectors while power is on may result in a short circuit, causing damage to the equipment. When connecting or disconnecting connectors, make sure to turn off the power beforehand.
Power Connector: Connects to the power supply (5- and 12-V DC) of the host computer.
SCSI interface connector: Use a 50 pin double-end flat SCSI cable to connect to the SCSI interface.
Option connector: Used when selecting the SCSI ID number. Dont use jumpers to change anything besides the SCSI ID, but keep the drive as initially set (no jumper pins: ID 0) SCSI ID changes become valid after power is turned off, then on again.
Installing jumper pins besides the ones for SCSI ID settings may be the cause of damage or abnormal drive operation.
SCSI interface connector Option connector
Audio output connector
Power connector Disc-tray
Headphone jack Volume control Drive activity
indicator Eject button
Internal SCSI CD-RW
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1.2 Installing the Drive 1.2.1 Before Installation
Before installing the drive, please note the following points. l your will need the following:
SCSI interface board and manual (The SCSI interface board is not included with this product. You need to purchase it separately.)
Computer manual (You need the manual in order to find out location of the bus slot for installing the SCSI interface board.)
A head screw driver of a suitable size to fit the securing screws for the drive unit.
Turn off all peripheral appliances of the computer, and the computer itself, and disconnect their power cords from the wall sockets.
Discharge any static electricity by touching the computer covers etc.
1.2.2 SCSI ID Settings
Before installation, set SCSI ID on the rear panel. A single SCSI interface can connect with a maximum of seven peripheral SCSI devices. When using multiple SCSI devices, a different SCSI must be set for each of them.
Attention! If two peripheral devices use the same SCSI ID number, it will cause the host computer to operate abnormally or fail to start up.
ON (When the jumper is attached) OFF (When the jumper is removed)
Attention! Before attaching or removing jumpers, make surethe power to the rive is turned OFF.
Terminator SCSI ID
Reserve (Fixed OFF)
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GB 1 Attach the pins as shown in Figure 1. If the pins are attached sideways as shown
in Figure 2, the drive may be damaged.
Figure 1. Figure 2.
The pins besides pins 2-4 dont have any function. If jumpers are attached to them, abnormal operation may result.
The SCSI ID number is decided by which of the jumper pins Nos.2, 3 and 4 are connected. Refer to the following table when changing the SCSI ID.
The initial setting for the SCSI interface board is generally set at SCSI ID 7.
Confirm the SCSI ID of the SCSI interface board before setting other numbers.
1.2.3 Terminator Setting
When no other SCSI peripheral devices besides the CD-RW drive are connected to the host computer, a terminator must be attached to the drive. Also, when multiple peripheral devices are connected, this drive needs a terminator if it is the last in the line.
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The terminator of this product can be set by installing (terminator: ON) or removing (terminator: OFF) the jumper pin from the option connector. When shipped, the jumper pin is installed (terminator: ON). Install or remove the pin as required.
When one drive is connected Terminator
ON : When the jumper is attached OFF : When the jumper is removed Option
Connector
SCSI cabel
SCSI interface board (ON)
Host Computer
Terminator is attached (ON) Terminator is not attached (OFF) CD-RW drive (ON)
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When attaching terminators to other peripheral devices, use the terminators that came with those devices.
1.2.4 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.
There may be sharp edges inside the computer so care must be taken to avoid injury.
Terminator is attached (ON) Terminator is not attached (OFF)
Host computer SCSI cable
SCSI interface board (OFF)
CD-RW drive (ON)
External HDD (ON)
Scanner (OFF) MO drive
(OFF)
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1.2.5 SCSI Interface Board Installation Insert the SCSI interface board into the specified bus (ISA, VL, PCI) slots for each of them. Firmly push board until it is all the way in and completely in contact with its slot.
For a detailed explanation, refer to the manuals for the SCSI interface board.
ENGLISH DEUTSCH
1.2.6 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.
SCSI-Interface board Host Computer
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Connect the power cable from the computers power supply to the socket on the drive unit, fitting the connector snugly 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.
1.2.8 SCSI Interface and Sound Card Connection
Connect the SCSI interface board to the drive. If the computer is using a sound card. The drive is connected to the sound card with an audio cable.
For a detailed explanation, refer to the manuals for the SCSI interface board and the sound card.
Be careful not to reverse the connectors when connecting the SCSI interface board and the sound card to the dive.
SCSI connector When L,R
FREECOM internal CD-RW
Sound card SCSI interface board
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1.2.9 Replacing the Computer Cover
When the installation of the drive unit is complete, replace the computer cover.
1.3. Device Drivers
When using Windows 95/98 or Window NT Workstation Ver. 4.0, the installation of any special device drivers are not required.
1.3.1 For Windows 95/98 Users
In order to ensure normal drive operation, please check the following:
The drive is displayed in [control panels] - [system] - [device manager] - [CD- ROM]
32-bit is displayed in [control panels] - [system] - [performance]
If the drive is not recogized by your computer, please check the folowing items:
If a indicator is displayed on the SCSI adapter in [control panels] - [system]
-[devices manager]-[SCSI controllers], you will need to contact your PCs manufacturer or the motherboards manufacturerand get the appropriate SCSI controller driver.
1.3.2 For Windows NT Workstation Ver.4.0 Users
In order to ensure normal drive operation, please check the following:
The drive is dispayed on the SCSI controller in [control panels] - [SCSI adapter]
-[devices]
If the drive is not recognized by your computer, please check the following items.
If a indicator is displayed on the SCSI controller in [control panels] - [SCSI adapter] -[devices], you will need to contact your PCs manufacturer or the motherboards manufacturer and get the appropriate SCSI controller driver.
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After successfully installing the FREECOM drive, a new drive letter is auto- matically assigned (the first available letter after the internal hard drives). This can shift the drive letter of an internal CD-ROM drive (for example, 'D' to 'E'). If this leads to problems, it is possible to change the drive letter assignment as follows.
1. Click "Start" - "Settings" - "Control Panel".
2. Click "System".
3. Click "Device Manager" and then click "CD-ROM".
4. Click the FREECOM drive, and then "Properties" - "Settings". (The currently assigned drive letter as well as the reserved drive letters will then be displayed).
5. Under "Reserved drive letter" enter a drive letter, for example, 'F' for the FREECOM device as the "Start drive letter" and 'F' again as the "End drive letter".
6. Confirm your selection with"OK. When you restart your computer, the FREECOM drive will be assigned the letter F in "My Computer".
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CHAPTER 2: Internal IDE ATAPI CD-RW
2.1. Drive functions and settings Front Panel
Rear panel
Power Connector: Connects to the power supply (5- and 12-V DC) of the host computer.
Attantion! Be careful to connect with the proper polarity. Connecting the wrong way may damage the system (and is not guaranteed).
IDE Interface Connector: Connect to the IDE (Integrated Device Electronics) interface using a 40-pin flat IDE cable.
Attantion! Do not connect or disconnect the cable when 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.
Jumper Connector: This jumper determines whether the drive is configured as a master or slave. Changing the master-slave configuration takes effect after
Disc-tray
Headphone jack Volume control Drive activity
indicator Eject button
Analog Audio Output Jumper Connector Power connector Connector
Digital Audio Output Connector IDE Interface Connector
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2.2.1 Before Installation
Before installing the drive, please note the following points.
You will need the following:
A head screw driver of a suitable size to fit the securing screws for the drive unit.
The manual for the computer, so you can find out the positions for the IDE controller.
Turn off all peripheral appliances of the computer, and the computer itself, and disconnect their power cords from the wall sockets.
Discharge any static electricity by touching the computer covers etc.
2.2.2 Jumper Set Up
Before installation, set the jumper on the jumper connector on the rear panel.
The drive can be connected as the Master or Slave on an EIDE (ATAPI) interface.
When several (up to four) EIDE devices are connected, each must be set in a unique way. Specific knowledge of hardware and software is necessary to install the drive.
We cannot guaranty against direct or indirect damage resulting from improper connections. Ask your supplier for details of the installation procedure.
Attantion! If two peripheral devices with the same settings are both connected to the Primary or to the Secondary EIDE bus, the host computer may fail to run, or may malfunction, so careful attention is necessary.
Make sure that the host computer is turned OFF when connecting or removing a jumper.
CS: Cable Select (CSEL)
SL: Slave MA: Master
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Connect the jumper in the vertical direction as shown in Figure 1. If connected horizontally as shown in Figure 2, the drive may malfunction or be damaged.
Figure 1 Figure 2 (Master setting)
Attantion! Only one jumper should be installed on the jumper connec- tor. If more than ne jumper is installed, the drive may malfunction or be damaged.
Master/Slave setting is determined by jumper installation on the Jumper Con- nector. The following table shows the possible jumper settings.
A hard disk is normally installed as the Primary Master on the EIDE (ATAPI) interface. Other EIDE peripheral devices such as hard drives and CD-ROMs are then set differently.
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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.
There may be sharp edges inside the computer so care must be taken to avoid injury. (See fig. ,p. 12)
2.2.4 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. Secure the drive with the screws provided. If there is not enough space behind the drive, connect the IDE cables etc. before securing the drive.
(See fig. ,p. 13)
2.2.5 Connecting the Power Connector
Connect the power cable from the computers power supply to the socket on the drive unit, fitting the connector snugly 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. (See fig. ,p. 14)
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2.2.6 PC Connections
The CD-RW 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:
To Install as a Master Drive
To install the drive as a Master, the jumper can be left as supplied from the factory.
1.
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3.
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To Install as a Slave Drive
To install the drive as a Slave, change the jumper setting on the rear panel.
1.
2.
3.
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If the computer is using a sound card, The drive is connected to the sound card with an audio cable. Make sure the connections are oriented so that L corre- sponds to L and R to R.
Refer to the manual for the sound card for detailed information
2.2.8 Replacing the Computer Cover
When the installation of the drive unit is complete, replace the computer cover.
(See Fig., p. 15) 2.3. Device Drivers
When using Windows 95/98 or Window NT Workstation Ver. 4.0, the installation of any special device drivers are not required..
2.3.1 For Windows 95/98 Users
In order to ensure normal drive operation, please check the following:
The drive is displayed in [control panels] - [system] - [device manager] - [CD- ROM]
32-bit is displayed in [control panels] - [system] - [performance]
If the drive is not recognized by your computer, please check the following items:
If a indicator is displayed on the IDE controller in [control panels] - [system]
-[devices manager]-[harddisk controler], you will need to contact your PCs manufacturer or the motherboards manufacturer and get the appropriate IDE controller driver.
Sound card Motherboard in the case of L-R
Primary or Secondary FREECOM internal CD-RW
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2.3.2 For Windows NT Workstation Ver. 4.0 Users
In order to ensure normal drive operation, please check the following:
The drive is displayed on the IDE controller in [control panels] - [SCSI adapter]
-[devices]
If the drive is not recognized by your computer, please check the following items:
If a indicator is displayed on the IDE controller in [control panels] - [SCSI adapter] -[devices], you will need to contact your PCs manufacturer or the motherboards manufacturer and get the appropriate IDE controller driver.
2.4 Assigning the Drive Letter under Windows 95/98
After successfully installing the FREECOM drive, a new drive letter is auto- matically assigned (the first available letter after the internal hard drives). This can shift the drive letter of an internal CD-ROM drive (for example, 'D' to 'E'). If this leads to problems, it is possible to change the drive letter assignment as follows.
1. Click "Start" - "Settings" - "Control Panel".
2. Click "System".
3. Click "Device Manager" and then click "CD-ROM".
4. Click the FREECOM drive, and then "Properties" - "Settings". (The currently assigned drive letter as well as the reserved drive letters will then be displayed).
5. Under "Reserved drive letter" enter a drive letter, for example, 'F' for the FREECOM device as the "Start drive letter" and 'F' again as the "End drive letter".
6. Confirm your selection with"OK. When you restart your computer, the FREECOM drive will be assigned the letter F in "My Computer".
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CHAPTER 3: How to Use the Discs / Before Asking for Repairs How to Use the Discs
Attantion! When using CD-ROM discs, CD-R discs or CD-RW discs, dont attach any stickers or labels to the discs. Using discs with them attached not only causes read and write errors, but data on the disc may be lost due to damage to the disc itself.
3.1 Load the disc 1. Press the eject button.
2. Place the disc on the disc tray.
Note! When using a 120 mm CD, place it in the large round depression.
The face with the label on it should be up. Never place both discs in the tray at the same time.
Be careful not to touch the recording surface of the disc.
3. Load the disc by pressing the eject button or by lightly pushing in the disc tray.
3.2 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 brought back into the drive.
After ejecting the disc, return the tray inside the unit quickly. When the tray is in the ejected position, dust and other debris will enter, possibly causing read errors, write errors, or drive failure.
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3.3 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. Dont use this feature except in an emergency.
1. Turn the power to OFF.
2. Poke a fine tipped object into the small hole above the eject button. The front door pops open and the disk tray comes partway out.
3. Pull the front door to open it all the way, then grip the disc tray between thumb and forefinger and gently pull it straight out. This feature is a last measure to be used only in an emergency. Using it excessively will cause malfunction.
Note! If you cannot get a good grip on the disc tray with your fingers, use a steel binder clip or spring clamp to pull it out.
3.4 Using the Drive in a Vertical Position
The drive can be installed in a vertical position. If this is done, the tabs on the disk tray will need to be rotated to stop the disk from falling out. With your finger, rotate the tabs inwards until you hear a click, so they face the center of the tray.
The disk is inserted on the inside of these tabs.
Make sure the eject button is at the top of the unit when installing the unit in a vertical position.
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Before thinking Maybe its broken, and asking for repairs, confirm the items below just one more time.
The drive doesnt have power
Is the power supply cable from the host computer plugged in?
Are DC5V and DC12V being correctly supplied to the drive?
The system doesnt start
Are the Primary and Secondary connections and the Master and Slave settings correct?
Is the total length of the IDE cable 18 inches or less?
SCSI:
Is the SCSI ID number correctly set?
Has the SCSI interface board been correctly recognized?
Are the terminators correctly set or attached?
Is the total length of the SCSI cable within six meters?
IDE-ATAPI:
Are the Primary and Secondary connections and the Master and Slave settings correct?
Is the total length of the IDE cable 18 inches or less?
Cannot read or write Discs
Is the CD-RW device driver properly selected?
Is the condition of everything else in the system (CPU, hard disc, and others) as it should be?
Does the CD-R or CD-RW disc have dirt or scratches?
Did a screen saver or other application operate while writing to the disc?
Is there enough free space on the CD-R/RW disc?
Does writing fail even using the simulation test?
Is the disc loaded in the drive with the read/write surface facing the right direction?
Is the drive installed in the correct orientation?
Was the drive or disc moved from a low temperature environ-ment to a high temperature environment? (There is a possibility of condensation on the lens in the drive or on the surface of the disc.)
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FREECOM Internet Service
FREECOM Technologies makes the following service available in the Internet under www.freecom.com
Online information about technical problems
current product information
Drivers, driver updates and software information
Support Hotline
The following hotlines are available if you still are unable to get your FREECOM device to work properly after reading the manual and the suggestions for correcting errors:
Hotline Email
Deutschland & Österreich +49 (0) 203 768 0950 supportde@freecom.com France & Belgique (F) +33 (0) 1 34 04 72 05 supportfr@freecom.com Nederland & België (N) +31 (0) 15 888 0110 supportnl@freecom.com Schweiz (D) +41 (0) 848 88 99 10 supportde@freecom.com Suisse (F) +41 (0) 848 88 77 10 supportfr@freecom.com United Kingdom & Ireland +44 (0) 1423 704 715 supportuk@freecom.com All other countries:
Please apply to your local FREECOM Reseller or email to:
supportint@freecom.com
If possible, try to call from a phone near your computer.
Please have the following information on hand for your call:
the serial number of your FREECOM drive
the version number of your operating system and the software you are having problems with
the precise error description or error message displayed
the name and the model of your computer and, in case it is needed, the installed hardware
Is the problem reproduced every time?
