Sony CDU926S CD Player User Manual


 
Introduction
The CDU926S is a drive unit for CD-R discs, which stores a maximum of
650 Mbytes of digital data.
The drive unit has the following features:
Reads and writes data in both CD-ROM and CD-ROM XA standard
formats.
Reads and writes data in CD-BRIDGE format which includes
PHOTO-CD.
Reads standard CD-DA (“Red Book”) encoded discs, and reads and
writes CD-R discs conforming to “Orange Book Part II.”
Supports the following write modes: Track at once, Variable packet,
Fixed packet and Multisession.
Outputs the audio as 16-bit digital data over the SCSI interface.
Supports read and write operation at both standard speed and double
speed, and read-only operation at sixfold speed.
Supports real time error correction at all speeds.
5 1/4 inch half-height drive form factor.
SCSI bus interface embedded. (Based on SCSI-2)
512 kB buffer memory.
Capable of audio CD playback provided with audio line output and
headphones jack.
Fast access time assures high-speed reading and writing operations.
CD caddy for disc protection.
Power loading and power eject.
Automatic locking of the optical pick-up when the caddy is ejected.
This ensures safety during transport.
Emergency eject function which allows the caddy to be ejected
manually.
Capable of real time layered error correction.
Employs a casing with an airtight frame.
Software requirement
Install the appropriate application software before using this unit.
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Contents
Introduction 5
Location and Function of Parts and Controls 6
Front Panel.............................................................................................................6
Rear Panel .............................................................................................................7
Precautions 8
Example of System Setup 8
Installing the Drive Unit into the Computer 9
Getting Started .......................................................................................................9
Setting the Jumpers ...............................................................................................9
Opening the Computer .........................................................................................11
Connecting the Drive............................................................................................12
Mounting the Drive ...............................................................................................13
Host Adapter Installation ......................................................................................15
Closing the Computer...........................................................................................16
Installing the Software Driver 17
Using Discs and Caddies 18
Loading a Caddy with a Disc ...............................................................................18
Storing Discs and Caddies...................................................................................20
Care of Discs........................................................................................................20
Operating the Drive 21
Starting Up ...........................................................................................................21
Ejecting a Caddy ..................................................................................................22
Specifications 24
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