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AIT Drive
User’s Guide
AIT-2 Turbo TAPE DRIVE
AITi200/AITi200T
AIT-1 Turbo TAPE DRIVE
AITi100/AITi100T
AIT-E Turbo TAPE DRIVE
AITi50/AITi50T
2004 Sony Corporation
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The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Sony shall not be liable for errors contained herein, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this document.
Your AITi200 is assigned a Model No. ATDNA3 for regulatory compliance certifications.
Your AITi50, AITi100 is assigned a Model No. ATDNA2 for regulatory compliance certifications.
The number is indicated on the model number label on your drive along with the rated voltage and current.
VORSICHT
Für Kunden in Deutschland
Diese Ausrüstung erfüllt die Europäischen EMC-Bestimmungen für die Verwendung in folgender / folgenden Umgebung(en):
•Wohngegenden
•Gewerbegebiete
•Leichtindustriegebiete
(Diese Ausrüstung erfüllt die Bestimmungen der Norm EN55022, Klasse B.)
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.
USE
Power Sources – This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power, consult your dealer or local power company.
For the unit with a three-wire grounding type ac plug:
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable plug installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
AC Power cord: (for AC mains operating unit only)
The AC power cord should have appropriate safety approvals or marking for the country in which the equipment will be used. Consult your dealer or local power company.
Cleaning – Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the unit.
Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into the unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit.
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INSTALLATION
Water and Moisture – Do not use power-line operated units near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection – Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance.
Accessories – Do not place the unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only a cart stand tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.
Ventilation – The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.
•Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.
•Never block the slots and openings by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
•Never place the unit in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or builtin cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.
SERVICE
Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
•When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
•If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit.
•If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
•If the unit has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
•If the unit does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation.
•When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
Servicing – Do not attempt to service the unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer to all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Contents |
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Overview .................................................................................................................. |
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Introduction .............................................................................................................. |
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About AIT Drives ............................................................................................ |
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Precautions ....................................................................................................... |
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Installation .............................................................................................................. |
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SCSI Connection/Setting the SCSI ID ........................................................... |
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Option Switches (DIP Switch) ....................................................................... |
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Mounting Holes .............................................................................................. |
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Reconfiguring from 5.25" Model to 3.5" Model ............................................ |
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Orientation ...................................................................................................... |
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Attaching and Removing the Dust Cover ............................................................... |
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Attaching the Dust Cover ............................................................................... |
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Removing the Dust Cover .............................................................................. |
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Operation ................................................................................................................ |
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Location of 3 LEDs ........................................................................................ |
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Drive Operation .............................................................................................. |
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Emergency Tape Removal Procedure ............................................................ |
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WORM Function .................................................................................................... |
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Interface Implementation ........................................................................................ |
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Supported SCSI Messages ............................................................................. |
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Supported SCSI Commands ........................................................................... |
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Specifications ......................................................................................................... |
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Product Specifications .................................................................................... |
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Sony Contacts ......................................................................................................... |
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•Sony cannot accept liability for data written to cartridges lost as a result of using this product.
•Sony bears no responsibility for any financial damages, lost profits, or claims made by third parties arising from the use of this product.
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Overview
The Sony AITi200, AITi100, and AITi50 drives are high capacity data storage devices using Advanced Intelligent tape (AIT) technology. The AITi200, AITi100, and AITi50 drives achieve high data reliability through Read-After-Write, an additional level of Error Correction Code, and other features.
The Sony AITi200, AITi100, and AITi50 drives store data on tape using standard formats called AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) and ALDC formats.
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Introduction
About AIT Drives
The AITi200 is an internal AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges conforming to the AIT-2 Turbo format. The AITi100 is an internal AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges conforming to the AIT-1 Turbo format. The AITi50 is an internal AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges conforming to the AIT-E Turbo format. The AITi200 supports AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1, AIT-1 Turbo, AIT-2, and AIT-2 Turbo formats. The AITi100 supports AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1, and AIT-1 Turbo formats. The AITi50 supports only AIT-E Turbo format.
Features
The AIT Drive Unit AITi200 has the following features:
•Supports reading and writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1, AIT-1 Turbo, AIT-2, and AIT-2 Turbo formats.
•The third-level error correction code guarantee high data reliability.
•Data compression provides 208 gigabytes of storage on 186 m tapelength AIT-2 Turbo data cartridge.*1
The native capacity is 80 gigabytes of storage on 186 m tape-length AIT-2 Turbo data cartridge.
•Stored data are automatically checked for compression.
•Ultra 160 Wide SCSI LVD/SE interface is fully supported for host computer access.
The AIT Drive Unit AITi100 has the following features:
•Supports reading and writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1, and AIT-1 Turbo formats.
•The third-level error correction code guarantee high data reliability.
•Data compression provides 104 gigabytes of storage on 186 m tapelength AIT-1 Turbo data cartridge.*1
The native capacity is 40 gigabytes of storage on 186 m tape-length AIT-1 Turbo data cartridge.
•Stored data are automatically checked for compression.
•Wide Ultra SCSI LVD/SE interface is fully supported for host computer access.
*1 This is assuming 2.6 : 1 compression ratio.
The degree of data compression attained while recording data varies according to system environment and data type.
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The AIT Drive Unit AITi50 has the following features:
•Supports reading and writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-E Turbo format.
•The third-level error correction code guarantee high data reliability.
•Data compression provides 52 gigabytes of storage on 98 m tape-length AIT-E Turbo data cartridge.*1
The native capacity is 20 gigabytes of storage on 98 m tape-length AIT-E Turbo data cartridge.
•Stored data are automatically checked for compression.
•Wide Ultra SCSI LVD/SE interface is fully supported for host computer access.
*1 This is assuming 2.6 : 1 compression ratio.
The degree of data compression attained while recording data varies according to system environment and data type.
Precautions
Installation
Avoid placing the drive in a location subject to:
–high humidity
–high temperature
–mechanical shock and vibration
–direct sunlight
* For details, see “Specifications” on page 30.
Operation
•Do not move the drive while it is operating. It may cause malfunction.
•Avoid exposing the drive to sudden changes from a low to high temperatures. This may cause water condensation to collect inside the drive. If the ambient temperature should suddenly rise while the drive is turned on, wait at least one hour before turning on the drive. If you attempt to operate the drive immediately after a sudden increase in temperature, a malfunction may occur.
•Turning off the power to the drive while they are writing to tape may cause the tape to become unreadable. All previously negotiated parameters will be lost, whenever power to the drive is cycled.
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Transportation
•Keep the original packing materials to facilitate safe transportation of the drive.
•Always remove the tape/media cartridge before moving the drive. After removing the drive from the computer, repack the drive into its original packing.
Useable Cartridges
The AITi200 can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1 Turbo, AIT-2 Turbo, AIT-1, or AIT-2 logo.
The AITi100 can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1 Turbo, or AIT-1 logo.
The AITi50 can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-E Turbo logo.
Note
•Be sure to use only the cartridges designed specifically for AIT.
•Do not use anything but AIT cartridges with this system, as doing so can damage the AIT drive. Although commercially available 8mm videotapes resemble AIT cartridges in appearance, they have entirely different specifications and cannot be used.
SCSI Termination
The AITi200, AITi100, and AITi50 conform to the Microsoft PC97 standard, which requires the internal- (naked) drive to be terminated with an external terminator.
Microsoft PC97 SCSI requirements
SCSI peripherals must not terminate the bus. Both internal and external cable ends are instead terminated by plug-in connectors.
Host Computer Wide SCSI
68p cable
Terminator
This drive
Example of SCSI setup
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Installation
SCSI Connection/Setting the SCSI ID
The following figures apply to the AITi100 and AITi50.
SCSI ID
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Note : 
= CLOSED/Jumper
= OPEN/Jumper not installed
= Don’t care
Parity Disable Jumper
Parity check function can be disabled by Jumper. Parity check is disabled while left end jumper is installed. Parity generate function is always enabled.
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Option Switches (DIP Switch)
DIP Switch
DIP Switch Positions
Default
1 Drive Mode (OFF)
2 Drive Mode (OFF)
3 Drive Mode (OFF)
4 Drive Mode (OFF)
5 Terminator Power (ON)
6 Periodic Cleaning Req
(OFF)
7 DC Control (1) (ON)
8 DC Control (2) (OFF)
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