Accessory List
English
Please refer to this manual together with the “ATAPI Interface Drive User’s Guide” in the attached Software
CD-ROM, which carries more detailed information.
Français
Reportez-vous au présent manuel ainsi qu'aux documents intitulés “ATAPI Interface Drive Guide de
l'utilisateur” contenu sur le CD-ROM accompagnant ce produit pour plus de détails.
Deutsch
Einzelheiten entnehmen Sie bitte diesem Handbuch zusammen mit der “Betriebsanleitung für das ATAPI-
Schnittstellenlaufwerk” auf der mitgelieferten CD-ROM, die zusätzliche Details enthält.
Español
Consulte este manual junto con la “Guía del usuario de la unidad de interfaz ATAPI” del CD-ROM del
software suministrado, que ofrece información más detallada.
Italiano
Fare riferimento a questo manuale insieme a “Guida dell’utilizzatore dell’unità disco a interfaccia ATAPI” nel
CD-ROM del software allegato, che contiene informazioni più dettagliate.
Português
Consulte este manual junto com o “Guia do Utilizador do Drive de Interface ATAPI” no CD-ROM do Software
em anexo, que traz informações mais detalhadas.
Nederlands
Raadpleeg deze gebruiksaanwijzing samen met de “ATAPI station-interface gebruikershandleiding” op de
bijgeleverde CD-ROM, die meer gedetailleerde informatie bevat.
Svenska
Vi hänvisar till denna bruksanvisning tillsammans med “Användarguide för enhet med ATAPI gränssnitt” på
den bifogade CD-ROM-skivan, som innehåller mer detaljerad information.
CD-ROM ATAPI
Compatible disc
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
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
6000 k /S 40
1)
150 ms
1)
Buffer underrun error protection
Sony Power-Burn technology
(BUR-Free compliant)
Power-Burn
BUR-Free
Memory Stick Slot
Write Speed
Up tp 1.5MB/sec
Read Speed
Up tp 2.45MB/sec
* Maximum Write/Read speed depends on the capablity
of the host PC or the type of Memory Stick used.
1.5MB/sec
2.45MB/sec
Operating/Storage Environment
Operating temperature
5 to 40 ºC
5 40
Power and Miscellaneous
DC +5 V 1.0 A max.
DC +12 V 1.2 A max.
Size
Approx. 145.8 × 41.3 × 195.0 mm (WHD)
Weight
Approx. 1 kg (drive only)
DC 5 V 1.0 A max.
DC
12 V 1.2 A max.
145.8 41.3 195.0 mm
1 kg
Interface
Drive interface
ATAPI (EIDE) compliant
ATAPI
Buffer capacity
2 MB
2 M
Please note that specifications and
appearance may be subject to change
without notice.
Introduction
User’s Guide
4-658-762-01(1)
The CRX175M offers the following features.
❑ An internal CD-RW drive with ATAPI
(EIDE) interface for PCs.
❑ Comes with a “Memory Stick” slot.
❑ Writes up to 24× speed on CD-R disc
media.
The CRX175M 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
24× speed, a Pentium II/400 MHz or
higher is recommended.
❑ PC/AT-compatible PC
❑ Windows
®
98 Second Edition (SE),
Windows
®
2000 or Windows
®
Milienium
Edition (Me) operating 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 on Secondary channel
(Master and Slave)
❑ 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.
❑ Writes up to 10× speed on CD-RW disc
media.
❑ Reads CD-ROM discs at up to 40×
speed.
❑ Features technology
to prevent buffer under-run errors.
System Requirements
CAUTION
• The above system configuration is given as a
minimum requirement for a system on which basic
CD-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.
Warranty Card and After-Sales Service
Warranty
• A warranty card should be provided with
this product at the place of purchase.
• Please read the warranty card, fill in the
specified information, and retain it for
future reference.
• The warranty period is one year from the
date of purchase.
Note
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
We provide repair services as described in
this and on the Warranty Card.
Please contact your supplier or repair service
provider for details.
Repairs outside of Warranty
If operation can be restored by repair, we
will repair the drive for a charge.
Repair Requirements
If you return the drive to your place of
purchase or repair service provider because
of damage resulting from misuse or other
causes, you will be responsible for all repair-
related expenses, including shipping and
handling and product adjustments.
Main Specifications
Please verify that the package includes the
following accessories with the CRX175M
when unpacking.
If any of these items appears to be missing
or damaged, please contact your supplier.
• CRX175M drive • 40 pin ATAPI (IDE) flat cable
• Screws (×4)
• Read Me First
• CRX175M User’s Guide
• Quick Start Guide (for ATAPI (EIDE) Interface Drive)
• Software Quick Start Guide
• Software CD-ROM
• Warranty Card
Note
To guard against possible loss or damage, be sure to
make a backup copy of the provided software CD-ROM
on a CD-R disc or other media. The software CD-ROM
is not sold separately.
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.
• CRX175M • IDE 40
• 4
•
• CRX175M
• ATAPI EIDE
•
• CD-ROM
•
CD-R CD-RW
CRX175M
ATAPI CD-RW
CD-R 24
•
•
CD-RW
5
CRX175M
CPU Pentium 266 MHz
CPU 24
Pentium II 400 MHz
PC/AT
OS Windows
®
98 Second Edition Windows
®
Millennium Edition Me Windows
®
2000
RAM 32 M 64 M
1 G
IDE ATAPI Secondary Master
Slave
12 V/+5 V
CRX175M
CD-ROM CD-R
CD-ROM
• 1
•
CD-RW 10
CD-ROM 40
• CD-R CD-RW
• ATAPI
•
•1 2 1 2
2001 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia
CRX175M
CD-RW Drive
with Memory Stick Slot
