Ricoh MP5120A User Manual

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-RW & DVD+RW drive together with its bundled software is a product for using rewritable, erasable, and readable CD-R/RW&DVD+RW disc media. Copying or reproducing commercial CD-ROM or any other copyrighted materials is against the copyright laws and prohibited unless specifically permitted by the copyright laws (including the case of personal use), or unless you have obtained permission to do so from the rightholder. Take notice that unauthorized reproduction may be subject to claims for the loss and to penalties.

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.

Lower a volume

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

The volume that exceeds 70dB occurs and the obstacle sometimes breaks out.

Declaration of Conformity

"The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/366/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC."

Please take notice that the manufacturer of this equipment does not offer any warranty against data loss due to inappropriate installation or handling, or direct or indirect damages.

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Please take notice that the manufacturer will bear no responsibility for direct or indirect damages caused by the use of this product or its malfunction.

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Please take notice that the manufacturer will bear no responsibility for damage to data caused by this product.

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Please backup (copy) all important data as protection against data loss.

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PC DOS is a trademark of IBM Inc.● MS-DOS, Windows, Windows ® 95, Windows ® 98, Windows ® Me, Windows NT®,

Windows® 2000 and Windows® XP

are trademarks registered in the United States and other

countries by the Microsoft Corporation.

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The company names and product names written in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks.

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For information on Windows® XP supports, visit Ricoh's Web site.

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.

Provides useful additional information.

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 MP5120A (hereafter referred to as "the drive"). The drive allows you to play DVD-ROM discs, write to, play, and edit DVD+RW discs, play CD-ROM discs, write to and play CD-R discs, write to, play, and edit CD-RW discs that are rewritable. In order to operate the drive connected with your computer, you need some writing software. For information about necessary items for connecting with a computer and about the software you use, refer to the documentation of the software.

The following marks indicate media that can be used with the drive.

A new technology called Just Link incorporated that overcomes buffer underrun problems

Buffer underrun errors that would occur when data transfer falls behind 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 MP5120A is the industry's first-ever drive that features Just Link. With this technology, the MP5120A ensures stable writing operation even under circumstances where buffer underrun errors tend to occur with conventional drives.

The characteristic of MP5120

The drive is a super-combination drive that integrates DVD+RW and CD-RW capabilities. Capitalizing on Ricoh's expertise accumulated with existing CD-RW and DVD-ROM combination drives, we have developed some new mechanisms to achieve incorporation of DVD+RW rewrite

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capabilities. DVD writing has been made possible by tuning up a two-LD (laser diode) one-lens pick-up that

has one laser diode for CD and another for DVD.

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With our analog front-end processor LSI for controlling pick-up, seek, and servo mechanisms, as well as our digital controller LSI for controlling encoding/decoding, both of which are newly developed, 2.4x-speed DVD writing which requires even more precise control has been achieved.

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The "radial-tilt correction mechanism" incorporated in the drive senses the disc warpage and inclination and thereby corrects the laser angle so that the laser is always directed toward the disc surface at the right angle. (It functions only when writing to or playing DVD.)

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A high-precision stepping motor is incorporated. This enables precise seeking even on DVD+RW with a narrow track pitch, and achieved reduction of operating noise

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As a CD-RW drive, it provide the performance of 12x CD-R write, 10x CD-RW rewrite, and 32x CD-ROM/R/RW read speeds.

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As a DVD-ROM drive, it provides a performance of 8x read speed.●

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.

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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.

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Don't use the drive near radio or television receivers. It may interfere with their reception.

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Do not disassemble the drive. Dismantling the drive to attempt repairs or for other reasons is dangerous because the laser may radiate outside the unit.

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Cautions During Use

DVD-R/RW (DVD minus R/RW) disc media cannot be used.● Don't suddenly move the drive from a cold place to a warm place, or suddenly raise the

room temperature. Condensation may occur, causing abnormal operation.

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Make sure to remove the disc before moving the drive. The disc may be damaged, causing data loss.

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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.

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Don't use benzene or thinner to clean dirt from the drive. Don't 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.

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Don't cutoff the electric power while the drive is operating.● When connecting two E-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.

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The total length of the E-IDE cable should be less than 18 inches (about 45 cm).● Make sure the power to the host computer is turned OFF before connecting.● Never insert a damaged disc into the drive.●

In wintertime, don't use a disc soon after bringing in from outdoors. Use it only after it has reached room temperature.

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Cautions Concerning Disc Cleaning

Remove the disc by pressing the eject button.● Use compressed air to clear dust from the disc. (Spray the compressed air for about 5

seconds).

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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. (See Fig. 1)

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After cleaning the disc with compressed air, place it on the disc tray and mount it.(See

Fig. 2)

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We suggest using dry air cleaner as compressed air for cleaning.●

Other Cautions

When moving the equipment, make sure that the disc has been removed from the drive.

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When connecting connectors, make sure that the power is OFF. If the power is ON, there is a possibility of short circuit.

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When not using the drive for a long period, dust may adhere to the disc tray. Before using the drive again, use dry air cleaner to remove the dust from the tray.

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Do not use any commercially available cleaning kit, because such a kit may damage the drive.

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Check1. Recording surface2.

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50 to 100mm1.

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DVD writing has been made possible by tuning up a two-LD (laser diode) one-lens pick-up that has one laser diode for CD and another for DVD.

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A high-precision stepping motor is incorporated. This enables precise seeking even on DVD+RW with a narrow track pitch, and achieved reduction of operating noise

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As a CD-RW drive, it provide the performance of 12x CD-R write, 10x CD-RW rewrite, and 32x CD-ROM/R/RW read speeds.

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As a DVD-ROM drive, it provides a performance of 8x read speed.●

JustLink has made auto-avoidance against buffer underrun errors possible.

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An improved anti-heat design means that no cooling fan is needed.● Easy-to-use tray model.● Enhanced-IDE (ATAPI) model● Compliant with industry standard Orange Book Part II (CD-R) and Part III (CD-RW).● Can read not only CD-R and CD-RW discs, but also video CDs, music CDs, photo

CDs*1, and CD-Text

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The recorded CD-RW media can be played in a DVD player or a multi-read CD-ROM Player, maintaining future compatibility.

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Supports random UDF for easy writing to CD-RW discs.● UDMA-capable

Bundled software does not support this writing format.

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Explains the system environment required for using the drive as a CD-R/CD-RW drive.

PC IBM PC/AT compatible Operating System

Windows Me/98/95(ORS2 or later)

Windows NT Workstation Ver.4.0 (Service Pack 5) or later

Windows 2000 (Professional) Windows XP

CPU When writing to CD-R/RW: Pentium 166 MHz or higher processors (when

JustLink is used).

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When playing DVD: Pentium II 350 MHz or higher processor is required (or, if a graphic chip with DVD playback enhancement capability is used, Pentium II 300 MHz or higher processor is required).

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When writing to DVD+RW: Pentium II 400 MHz or higher processor (Pentium III 800 MHz processor or higher recommended)

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Memory Writing to CD-R/RW: 64 MB or more

DVD playback: 64 MB or more Writing to DVD+RW: 128 MB or more (256 MB recommended)

Hard disk When writing to CD-R/RW: 100 MB or more free space

When writing to DVD+RW: 750 MB or more free space (5 GB or more recommended*7)

Interface Must be Enhanced-IDE compatible. In addition, its Primary Slave, Secondary Master,

or Secondary Slave must be blank.

Drive bay The system unit must have a blank 5.25-inch bay. Power The computer system unit must have a blank +5V/+12V power terminal.

Recommendation discs

Recommendation Tested to be compatible CD-R Ricoh

Taiyo Yuden, Mitsui Chemicals, Mitsubishi Chemical, Maxell

CD-RW Ricoh

Mitsubishi Chemical

High Speed CD-RW Ricoh Mitsubishi Chemical DVD+RW

Ricoh Mitsubishi Chemical

*1 The disc written using the CD-R/RW drive may not be readable by CD-ROM drives.

Multi-read compatible (Random UDF compatible) drives are necessary.

Even if it is the recommendation disc, some of discs may have possibility to fail writing with highest writing speed with the problem on the disc. In this case, please try to write with lower writing speed, or please try to use another disc.

*3 Ricoh's original phase-change recording material which is field-proven for CD-RW is being

used after being customized for DVD use. Rewritable DVD+RW having the capacity of 4.7 GB, the same as DVD-ROM.

*4 MyDVD cannot be used in Windows 95/NT 4.0 (for Windows 98, in can be used in the

Second Edition only).

*5 For information on Windows XP supports, visit Ricoh's Web site *6 Recommended when Direct-to-DVD capability is being used.

*7 Real-time recording (Pentium 4 1.4 GHz processor is recommended when Direct-to-DVD

capability is used). In addition, a video-capture board for image-capturing and the like must be obtained separately.

Multi-read compatible (Random UDF compatible) drives are:

Drives that can read low reflectivity discs.● Drives that support Packet Write.●

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. This might cause damage to the loading section of the drive.

Headphone jack

This jack is for connecting headphones or mini-speakers.

Volume control

This is used to adjust the output volume of the headphone jack. It can't be used to adjust the output volume for the audio output connectors on the rear panel.

Caution Turn the volume down before turning on the power. Sudden loud noises can damage your hearing.

Busy indicator

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.

Eject button

This is the button used to eject or insert in the disc tray.

Emergency eject hole

This drive has a function that allows the disc to be ejected manually for an emergency case such as failure of the drive or a power outage.

Caution This feature is a last measure to be used only in an emergency. Using it excessively will cause malfunction.

Rear panel

Digital Audio (SPDIF) Output Connector

Provides output to a sound card (Digital signal). * No digital audio cable is included with the MP9120A.

Analog Audio Output Connector

Provides output to a sound card (Analog signal).

Jumper Connector

This jumper determines whether the drive is configured as a master or slave. Changing the master-slave configuration takes effect after power-on reset.

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 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.

Power Connector

Connects to the power supply (5 and 12V DC) of the host computer.

Caution Be careful to connect with the proper way. Connecting the wrong way may damage the system (and is not guaranteed).

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. Using it excessively will cause malfunction.

Turn the power to OFF.1. Insert a fine tipped object into the emergency eject hole.

For more information on how to do this, see figure.

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.

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.

Emergency Eject Hole

The structure inside the emergency eject hole is as shown below. When you push a thin, stiff wire into the hole, it presses one of the vanes around the gear, thus rotating the gear for ejecting the tray. Repeating this action three times or so ejects the tray out.

If you cannot successfully eject the tray by pushing a thin, rigid object in, the situation may be as follows. The four vanes may be oriented just at the angles as shown below.

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 can easily be ejected.

Back Next

Load the disc Disc ejection

Emergency Eject

Using the Drive in a Vertical Position

Disc ejection

Press the eject button1.

Slowly take the disc out of the disc tray2. Press the eject button or push the disc tray and the tray will be inserted back

into the drive.

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

Load the disc

Press the eject button.1.

Place the disc on the disc tray.

Be careful not to touch the recording surface of the disc.

Cautions

DVD-R/RW (DVD minus R/RW) disc media cannot be used.❍

When using a 120-mm CD, place the disc in the larger circular depression with its label side facing upside.

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When using an 80-mm CD, place the disc in the smaller circular depression with its label side facing upside. (Writing to 80-mm CD-R and CD-RW media is not supported. Such media can be read only.)

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Be careful not to touch the recording surface of a disc.❍ Discs of irregular shapes (business card-sized, heart-shaped, etc.) cannot be used

(written to nor played). (The drive cannot use such media even with the use of an adapter.)

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Load the disc by pressing the eject button or by lightly pushing in the disc tray.3.

Load the disc

Disc ejection

Emergency Eject Using the Drive in a Vertical Position

Using the Drive in a Vertical Position

The drive can be installed in a vertical position.

Locate the four tabs on the disc tray. Turn each of them inwards untill they click into place.

When loading a disc, insert it into the inner side of the tabs.

Caution

Cannot be used with 80mm CDs. Cannot be used with business card CDs.

Back

Load the disc Disc ejection Emergency Eject

Using the Drive in a Vertical Position

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.❍ The manual for the computer, to know the location of the IDE connector.❍

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Turn off all peripheral devices of the computer, and the computer itself, and disconnect their power cords from the wall sockets.

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Discharge any static electricity by touching the computer covers etc.● Before installing the drive, be sure to read the following cautions and information on preparation.

Keep a serial number label at the location specified by "READ ME FIRST".

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Installing the Drive

Jumper Set Up1. Removing the Computer Cover2. Mounting the Drive3. Connecting the Power Connector4. PC Connections5. Sound Card Connection6. Replacing the Computer Cover7. Device Drivers8.

1. Jumper Set Up

Before installation, set the jumper on the jumper connector on the rear panel.

Master (MA)

Drive set as Master (factory default)

Slave (SL)

Drive set as Slave

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.● When several (up to four) E-IDE devices are connected, each must be set in a unique

way.

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A hard disk is normally installed as the Primary Master on the E-IDE (ATAPI) interface. Other E-IDE peripheral devices such as hard drives and CD-ROMs are then set accordingly.

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Caution

If two peripheral devices with the same settings are both connected to the Primary or to the Secondary E-IDE bus, the host computer may fail to run, or may malfunction, so careful attention is necessary.

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Make sure that the host computer is turned OFF when connecting or removing a jumper.

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Must be connect the jumper in the vertical direction. If connected horizontally, the drive may malfunction or be damaged.

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Only one jumper should be installed on the jumper connector. If more than one jumper is installed, the drive may malfunction or be damaged.

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1. Jumper Set Up

2. Removing the Computer Cover

3. Mounting the Drive 4. Connecting the Power Connector

5. PC Connections 6. Sound Card Connection

7. Replacing the Computer Cover 8. Device Drivers

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.

(Example: When newly installing the MP5120A drive into a PC.)

Back Next

1. Jumper Set Up

2. Removing the Computer Cover

3. Mounting the Drive 4. Connecting the Power Connector

5. PC Connections 6. Sound Card Connection

7. Replacing the Computer Cover 8. Device Drivers

3. Mounting the Drive

Remove the 5 inch drive bay panel from the computer.

Refer to the manual for the computer for details.

Insert the drive unit into the bay.

Do not apply excessive pressure to the cables inside the computer.

Secure the drive with the screws provided.

If there is not enough space behind the drive, connect the E-IDE cables etc. before securing the drive.

Caution

Be aware that some computers do not require all of the four mounting screws for securing the drive.

Back Next

1. Jumper Set Up 2. Removing the Computer Cover

3. Mounting the Drive

4. Connecting the Power Connector

5. PC Connections 6. Sound Card Connection

7. Replacing the Computer Cover 8. Device Drivers

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.

Back Next

1. Jumper Set Up 2. Removing the Computer Cover

3. Mounting the Drive

4. Connecting the Power Connector

5. PC Connections 6. Sound Card Connection

7. Replacing the Computer Cover 8. Device Drivers

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:

Master1. Slave2. Motherboard3. Primary4. Secondary5. less than 6 inches6. less than 18 inches7.

To Install as a Master Drive To Install as a Slave Drive

To Install as a Master Drive

To install the drive as a Master, the jumper can be left as supplied from the factory.

Master drive (MP5120A)1. Master drive (Booting hard disk)2. Secondary connector3. Primary connector4. Slave drive (Other IDE drive)5.

To Install as a Slave Drive

When connecting the drive as a slave drive, change the position of the slave setting jumper pin on the rear of the system unit.

Master drive (Booting hard disk)1. Slave drive (MP5120A)2. Secondary connector3. Primary connector4. Master drive (Other IDE drive)5.

Back Next

1. Jumper Set Up 2. Removing the Computer Cover

3. Mounting the Drive 4. Connecting the Power Connector

5. PC Connections

6. Sound Card Connection

7. Replacing the Computer Cover 8. Device Drivers

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.

Audio digital output

The drive supports S/PDIF(IEC958) for digital audio output. As long as the sound board comes with S/PDIF input, it can be connected externally to the D/A converter. The drive can be used as a CD transporter for playing CDs at the desired sound quality level.

1. MP5120A

2. When L,R

3. Sound Card

4. Motherboard

5. Primary or secondary

6. Digital audio output terminal

* Please purchase a digital-audio-capable sound board and a cable at additional cost.

Back Next

1. Jumper Set Up 2. Removing the Computer Cover

3. Mounting the Drive 4. Connecting the Power Connector

5. PC Connections

6. Sound Card Connection

7. Replacing the Computer Cover 8. Device Drivers

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. Sound Card Connection

7. Replacing the Computer Cover

8. Device Drivers

When using Windows 98/95, Window NT Workstation Ver. 4.0, 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

In order to ensure normal drive operation

For Windows 98/95 Users

The drive is displayed in [control panels] - [system] - [device manager] - [CD-ROM]● 32-bit is displayed in [control panels] - [system] - [performance]●

For Windows NT Workstation Ver.4.0 Users

The drive is displayed on the IDE controller in [control panels] - [SCSI adapter]

-[devices]

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For Windows 2000 (Professional) Users

The drive is displayed in [control panels] - [system] - [hardware] - [device manager]●

If the drive is not recognized by your computer

For Windows 98/95 Users

If a [!] indicator is displayed on the IDE controller in [control panels] - [system] -[devices manager]-[harddisk controler], you will need to contact your PC manufacturer or the motherboard manufac-turer and get the appropriate IDE controller driver.

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For Windows NT Workstation Ver.4.0 Users

If a [!] indicator is displayed on the IDE controller in [control panels] - [SCSI adapter]

-[devices] , you will need to contact your PC manufacturer or the motherboard manufacturer and get the appropriate E-IDE controller driver.

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For Windows 2000 (Professional) Users

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.

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After checking the above-mentioned points, contact the manufacturer of your PC or PC mother-board, if applicable, to obtain an appropriate IDE controller driver.

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1. Jumper Set Up 2. Removing the Computer Cover

3. Mounting the Drive 4. Connecting the Power Connector

5. PC Connections 6. Sound Card Connection

7. Replacing the Computer Cover

8. Device Drivers

Caution

When using CD-ROM discs, DVD-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● Using the Drive in a Vertical Position●

Drive : MP5120A

Type

Internal type

Interface

Enhanced-IDE (ATAPI)

Data buffer memory

2MB

Data transfer speed

33.3MB/sec. (Max.) (Ultra DMA mode2)

CD-RW/High Speed CD-RW Write/Read speed (Ave.)

Read Speed 4X: 600KB/sec. 8X: 1200KB/sec. 20X:

3000KB/sec.

32X:

4.8MB/sec.

Write Speed CD-R: 4X: 600KB/sec. 8X: 1200KB/sec. 12X: 2.1MB/sec. CD-RW: 4X: 600KB/sec. 10X: 1.5MB/sec. DVD+RW:

2.4X: 3.38MB/sec.(MAX) <DVD Read Speed> 8X: 10.8MB/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)

Compatible formats

Format Write Read

Play

CD-DA

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CD-ROM

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CD-Extra

* * *

CD-ROM XA

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Photo CD*3

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CD-i*3

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Video-CD

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CD-Text

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DVD-ROM

DVD-RW

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Loading system

Tray type (automatic loading/eject)

Power DC5V, DC12V Power consumption

16w

Weight

Less than 1.2 Kg.

Dimensions

146 X 196.5 X 41.3mm

Reliability

Error Rate:

-12

bits or less MTBF: 100,000hours or greater MTTR: Within 30 minutes

Environmental Conditions

When operating When not operating Temperature 5°C to 35°C (No air cooling) -30°C to 65°C Humidity 5% to 90% R.H.

(No condensation)

5% to 95% R.H. (No condensation)

Vibration 0.035mmpp (10 - 45Hz)

0.025mmpp (45 - 65Hz)

0.2 X 9.8 m/s

(65 - 150Hz)

1 X 9.8 m/s

(5 to 300Hz)

Shock

2 X 9.8 m/s

(3msec. half sine)

40 X 9.8 m/s2 (11msec. half sine)

Environmental dust

Class 3 million or less (3 million particles of 0.5 micron dustper cubic foot or less)

*1 Speed is automatically reduced if reading is unsuccessful. *2 "Play" means playback. Also, "Read" means transferring data. *3 CD-i and Photo-CD discs require special reader/player. Also, Photo-CD requires a

license from Kodak.

*4 Bundled software does not support these writing formats.

The drive's appearance and specifications may change without notice.

* All references to the product in this document are to specifications in effect when the product was released.

Ricoh MP5120A User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

CAUTION

Emergency Eject

Disc ejection

Load the disc

Using the Drive in a Vertical Position

Installing the Drive