SONY AITI390, AITI520 User Manual

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AIT Drive

User’s Guide

AIT-4 TAPE DRIVE

AITi520

AIT-3 Ex TAPE DRIVE

AITi390

AIT-3 TAPE DRIVE

AITi260

AIT-2 TAPE DRIVE

AITi130

AIT-1 TAPE DRIVE

AITi90

2003 Sony Corporation

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The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.

SONY MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS DOCUMENT.

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 AITi90, AITi130 is assigned a Model No. ATDNA2 for regulatory compliance certifications.

Your AITi260 is assigned a Model No. ATDNA3 for regulatory compliance certifications.

Your AITi390, AITi520 is assigned a Model No. ATDNA4 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
Overview ..................................................................................................................	6
Introduction ..............................................................................................................	7
About AIT Drives ............................................................................................	7
Precautions .....................................................................................................	10
Installation ..............................................................................................................	12
SCSI Connection/Setting the SCSI ID ...........................................................	12
Option Switches (DIP Switch) .......................................................................	13
Mounting Holes ..............................................................................................	17
Reconfiguring from 5.25" Model to 3.5" Model ............................................	19
Orientation ......................................................................................................	20
Attaching and Removing the Dust Cover ...............................................................	21
Attaching the Dust Cover ...............................................................................	21
Removing the Dust Cover ..............................................................................	23
Operation ................................................................................................................	24
Location of 3 LEDs ........................................................................................	24
Drive Operation ..............................................................................................	25
Emergency Tape Removal Procedure ............................................................	28
WORM Function ....................................................................................................	30
Interface Implementation ........................................................................................	32
Supported SCSI Messages .............................................................................	32
Supported SCSI Commands ...........................................................................	32
Specifications .........................................................................................................	33
Product Specifications ....................................................................................	33
Sony Contacts .........................................................................................................	35

•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 AITi520, AITi390, AITi260, AITi130 and AITi90 drives are high capacity data storage devices using Advanced Intelligent Tape (AIT) technology. The AITi260, AITi130 and AITi90 drives achieve high data reliability through third-level Error Correction Code (second-level Error Correction Code for the AITi520 and AITi390).

The Sony AITi520, AITi390, AITi260, AITi130 and AITi90 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 AITi520 is an internal AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges conforming to the AIT-4 format. The AITi390 is an internal AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges conforming to the AIT-3 Ex format. The AITi260 is an internal AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges conforming to the AIT-3 format. The AITi130 is an internal AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges conforming to the AIT-2 format. The AITi90 is an internal AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges conforming to the AIT-1 format. The AITi520 supports AIT-4 format. The AITi390 supports AIT-1 (Read only), AIT-2 (Read only), AIT-3 and AIT-3 Ex formats. The AITi260 supports AIT-1, AIT-2 and AIT-3 formats. The AITi130 supports AIT-1 and AIT-2 formats. The AITi90 supports only AIT-1 format.

Features

The AIT Drive Unit AITi520 has the following features:

•Supports reading and writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-4 format.

•The second-level error correction code guarantees high data reliability writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-4 format.

•Data compression provides 520 gigabytes of storage on SDX4-200C.*1 The native capacity is 200 gigabytes of storage on SDX4-200C.

•Stored data are automatically checked for compression.

•Ultra 160 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 AITi390 has the following features:

•Supports reading and writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-3 and AIT-3 Ex formats.

•Supports reading from data cartridges conforming to the AIT-1 and AIT-2 formats.

•The second-level error correction code guarantees high data reliability writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-3 Ex format.

•The third-level error correction code guarantees high data reliability writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-1, AIT-2 and AIT-3 formats.

•Data compression provides 390 gigabytes of storage on SDX3X-150C.*1 The native capacity is 150 gigabytes of storage on SDX3X-150C.

•Stored data are automatically checked for compression.

•Ultra 160 SCSI LVD/SE interface is fully supported for host computer access.

The AIT Drive Unit AITi260 has the following features:

•Supports reading and writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-1, AIT-2 and AIT-3 formats.

•The third-level error correction code guarantees high data reliability.

•Data compression provides 260 gigabytes of storage on SDX3-100C.*1 The native capacity is 100 gigabytes of storage on SDX3-100C.

•Stored data are automatically checked for compression.

•Ultra 160 SCSI LVD/SE interface is fully supported for host computer access.

The AIT Drive Unit AITi130 has the following features:

•Supports reading and writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-1 and AIT-2 formats.

•The third-level error correction code guarantees high data reliability.

•Data compression provides 130 gigabytes of storage on SDX2-50C.*1 The native capacity is 50 gigabytes of storage on SDX2-50C.

•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 AITi90 has the following features:

•Supports reading and writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-1 format.

•The third-level error correction code guarantees high data reliability.

•Data compression provides 91 gigabytes of storage on SDX1-35C.*1 The native capacity is 35 gigabytes of storage on SDX1-35C.

•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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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 33.

Operation

•Do not move the drives while they are operating. It may cause malfunctions.

•Avoid exposing the drives to sudden changes from low to high temperatures. This may cause condensation to collect inside the drives. If the ambient temperature should suddenly rise while the drives are turned on, turn them off and wait at least one hour before turning them back on. If you attempt to operate the drives immediately after a sudden increase in temperature, malfunctions may occur.

•Turning off the power to the drives while they are writing to tape may cause the tape to become unreadable. All previously negotiated parameters will be lost, whenever power to the drives is cycled.

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.

Backup Application

Make sure to use a backup application that is confirmed to operate with an ISV.

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Usable Cartridges

The AITi520 can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-4 logo.

The AITi390 can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-1 (read only), AIT-2 (read only), AIT-3 or AIT-3 Ex logo.

The AITi260 can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-1, AIT- 2 or AIT-3 logo.

The AITi130 can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-1 or AIT-2 logo.

The AITi90 can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-1 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 AITi520, AITi390, AITi260, AITi130 and AITi90 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 AITi520 model.

SCSI ID

SCSI ID

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

P.D. N.C. 3 2 1 0

SCSI 68pin Connector

Jumpers

Power Connector

4

3

2

1

5 V

GND GND 12 V

Parity Disable

No Connection SCSI ID 3

SCSI ID 2 SCSI ID 1

SCSI ID 0

Parity

Disable

Enable

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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