EXP Computer DVD Station User Manual

DVD STATION

INSTALLATION MANUAL

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION..............................................................

Specification................................... 6

Package Contents................................ 7

Caution......................................... 7

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel..................................... 8

Rear Panel...................................... 8

POWER SOURCE

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS 95/98.....................11

Windows 98......................................................................................11

Windows 95 (B)................................................................................12

Windows 95 (Older Versions)

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ENABLING 32-bit CARD SUPPORT

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Software Installation for Windows NT...........................................16

Installing the PCMCIA DVD-ROM under Windows NT.................16

PLAYING A MOVIE...................................................... 18

Using the PCMCIA Card and PowerDVD Program.......................18

System Requirements.....................................................................18

Installing and Using PowerDVD.....................................................19

About the Video Playback Setup ...................................................20

PLAYING AN AUDIO CD...............................................

Using the CD Player Utility in Windows 95/98 21

Hot-Insert/Remove Feature of the PCMCIA DVD-ROM................21

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PROBLEM SOLVING………………………………….….23

If You Cannot Access a Disc in the Drive………………………....23

If the Tray Does Not Slide Out...................................................... 23

If You Cannot Access a Particular CD......................................... 23

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EXP Computer, Inc.

EXP Memory Products.

Non-transferable Limited Warranty

EXP Computer Inc., and EXP Memory Products ("EXP") warrants
that the Disk Traveler (“products”) manufactured or distributed by
EXP are free from failures due to defects in materials or
workmanship for a full one year from the date of purchase of the
products.

This warranty is void if the product is damaged by abnormal or
improper use or by accident, abuse or if any attempt to repair or
modify the product without authorization from EXP. Your sales rec eipt
or invoice, showing the date of purchase and the name of the
authorized reseller, is your proof of the date of purchase. During the
warranty period, EXP will at its option, replace or repair, at no charge,
the product that in its opinion is defective.

Before you return the failed products, contact EXP. You will need to
obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) num ber by calling
EXP’s Technical Support Departm ent at [phone]. The RMA
number should be displayed on the outside of the returning package
and on the accompanying packing list. EXP cannot be held
responsible for any package returned without the RMA number . You
are responsible for packaging, providing proof of the date of purchase
and the shipping cost of the failed product to EXP Computer, Inc.
You are responsible for mailing the warr anty registration card. The
warranty claims may not be honored if there is no corresponding
registration card on file at EXP.
IN NO EVENT WILL EXP BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGE, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFIT, LO SS OF SAVINGS; OR
ANY OTHER DAMAGES CAUSED BY PRODUCT OR FAILURE OF
THE PRODUCT TO PERFORM.

This limitation of liability applies even if EXP has been advised of the
possibility of such damages. Som e sates do not allow the exclusion
or limitation in incidental or consequential damages, so the above
exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.

How to contact us:
EXP WEB SITE: WWW.EXPNET.COM
TECHNICAL SUPPORT: 516-496-7629
TECHNICAL SUPPORT E-MAIL: [e-mail]

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INTRODUCTION

The DVD Station is an external DVD-ROM drive with the latest 32bit
Cardbus technology high-speed PC Card. The DVD Station allows you to
watch DVD movies* on a laptop computer in conjunction with the bundled
MPEG2 decoding program. The drive can also red other CD-ROM
standards as well (e.g. CD-R, CD-RW, etc.).

SPECIFICATION

External Drive Dimensions: 9.6" x 6.4" x 1.9" (L x W x H)
Weight: 3 lb. 3 oz.
Interface: PC Card (Cardbus)
MPEG2 Decoding: Cyberlink PowerDVD (Windows 95/98 only)
DVD-ROM Reading: Windows 95, 98, and Windows NT 4.0
Power required: 12V DC 1Amp.
Data Transfer Rate:

Sustained Mode 1350-2700 max KB/sec
(DVD) 1035-2400 KB/sec (CD-ROM)

Burst (ATAPI) 16.7 MB/sec
Buffer Cache Size: 128K
Access Time:

Average Random Seek (DVD) 110 ms

Average Random Seek (CD 16x) 110 ms

Average Random Access (DVD) 180 ms

Average Random Access (CD 16x) 120 ms

Full Stroke 250 ms (Both)
Media Capacity:

Single Side - Single Layer 4.7 GB

Single Side - Double Layer 8.5 GB

Double Side - Single Layer 9.4 GB

Double Side - Double Layer 17.1 GB
Compatible Format Standards:

DVD-ROM, DVD Video, CD-ROM XA, CD-I BRIDGE (Photo CD,

Video CD), CD-I READY, CD-DA CD-G, Multi-session (Photo-

CD), CD EXTRA, CD-RW and CD-R

* System Requirements for DVD movies -

Windows 95 or Windows 98 Only
Pentium 266MHZ or higher or system with MPEG2 decoding capability built-in

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Package contents

The items shown below are included in the CD-Station package.

1. CD-ROM drive

2. AC Adapter Input: 120 VAC Output: 12 VDC 1 Amp.

3. Device Driver diskette

PC Card

4.

CAUTION

• Condensation can form on the lens if the DVD-ROM drive is moved

from a cold temperature to a warmer environment. This can result in
the lens’s inability to properly read the disc. If this occurs, remove the
disc and leave the power on. After one hour, reinsert the disc and try
again.

• Do not expose the disc to the direct sunlight. Do not store the disc in a

room with high temperature or high humidity.

• Always store the disc in its case to avoid dust, scratches, bending, etc.

• Use a soft and dry cloth to wipe the disc in a circular motion. Do not

use benzine, record cleaner, static electricity prevention fluid, or any
other liquid as it may damage the disc.

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

FRONT PANEL

The front panel of your DVD-ROM drive may look slightly different from
the figure shown below. T he impo rta nt pa rts and functio ns; ho wever, ar e the
same regardless of their location on the drive.

1. Eject button:

Press this button to eject the tray.

2. Access LED:

This LED will blink when the drive is accessing the disc.

3. Emergency Hole:

Manually insert a pin shaped item to eject the tray during a power off.

4. Power LED:

This LED will light when the power is on.

Figure 1

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