Yamaha CRW8824IX User Manual

CD-R/RW Drive

CRW8824IX

SERIES

OWNER’S MANUAL

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

MODE D’EMPLOI

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

FCC INFORMATION

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)

Responsible Party: Yamaha Corporation of America

Address: 6600 Orangethorpe Ave.

Buena Park, CA 90620

Telephone: 714-522-9011

Fax: 714-228-3913

Type of Equipment: CD Recordable/Rewritable Drive

Model Name: CRW8824IX

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected.

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.

3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the product “OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures: Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference. Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable. If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620 U.S.A.

LASER INFORMATION

Laser Diode Properties

Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: 780-787 nm Emission Duration: Continuous Laser Output Power: Less than 44.6 µW*

* This output is value measured at a distance 200

mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up block. ANSI Class : Class 1

Eigenschaften der Laserdiode

Material: GaAIAs Wellenlänge: 780-787 nm Strahldauer: Kontinuierlich Laser-Ausgangsleistung: Weniger als 44,6 µW*

* Diese Leistung wurde in einem Abstand von 200

mm ab der Linsenoberfläche des optischen Sensorblocks gemessen. ANSI-Klasse: Klasse 1

Caractéristiques de la diode laser

Matériau: GaAIAs Longueur d'onde: 780-787 nm Durée d'émission: Continue Puissance de sortie du laser: Moins de 44,6 µW*

* Cette valeur de sortie a été mesurée à une

distance de 200 mm depuis la lentille sur le bloc capteur optique. Classe ANSI: Classe 1

Propiedades del diodo láser

Material: GaAlAs Longitud de onda: 780-787 nm Duración de la emisión: Continua Potencia de salida láser: Menos de 44.6 µW*

* Esta salida es el valor medido a una distancia de

200 mm de la superficie del objetivo del bloque captor óptico. Clase ANSI : Clase 1

CAUTION

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

ACHTUNG

Halten Sie sich beim Bedienen und Einstellen der Bedienungselemente sowie bei der Bedienungsabfolge an die Anleitung, da sonst gefährliche Strahlen austreten können.

ATTENTION

L’emploi de commandes, de réglages ou un choix de procédures différents des spécifications de cette brochure peut entraîner une exposition à d’éventuelles radiations pouvant être dangereuses.

PRECAUCION

El usar los controles o ajustar o realizar procedimientos diferentes a los especificados aquí resultará en peligrosas exposiciones a la radiación.

VARO! AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA

OLET ALTTINA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

VARNING! OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR

ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRREN ÄR URKOPPLAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE

KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

PRODUIT LASER DE CLASSE 1

CAUTION - VISIBLE AND / OR INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

VARNING - SYNLIG OCH / ELLER OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA

DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.

VARO ! AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄLLE JA / TAI

NÄKYMÄTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

VARNING - SYNLIG OCH / ELLER OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL

ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.

VORSICHT ! SICHTBARE UND / ODER UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG

WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

ATTENTION - RADIATION VISIBLE ET / OU INVISIBLE LORSQUE L’APPAREIL EST OUVERT.

EVITEZ TOUTE EXPOSITION AU FAISCEAU.

CD-R/RW Drive

CRW8824IX

SERIES

English

OWNER’S MANUAL

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

These precautions explain how to use the device correctly and safely, thereby preventing injury to yourself or to others. This section has been sub-divided into a WARNING section and a CAUTION section, according to the likelihood and nature of any potential injuries or damage inflicted. They relate to your personal safety, and also help you minimize the risk of damaging the device. Please read these sections carefully before proceeding.

WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

● Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble or modify it.

Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock or fire. The device contains no userserviceable parts. If it appears to be malfunctioning, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.

● Do not look inside the device.

If you expose your eyes to the laser inside the device, you risk damage or loss of your vision.

● Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the device.

Otherwise, there is an increased risk of personal injury, electrical shock, damage to the device or fire. Please take particular care if small children are present.

● Do not expose the device to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions or place containers

on it that contain liquids which might spill into any openings. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, fire or personal injury.

● Follow the Owner’s Manual carefully.

Otherwise, there is an increased risk of personal injury, electrical shock, fire or damage to the unit. Follow the correct procedure when setting up the device.

● If unusual smells, sounds or smoke emanate from the device or if liquids enter the device, switch

the computer off immediately and unplug it from the power outlet. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, fire or damage to the device. Return the device immediately to the store at which it was purchased or alternatively, to the nearest Yamaha dealer (listed at the back of this manual).

● Make sure the computer is electrically grounded

Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock.

● When opening up the computer, always unplug the computer from the electrical outlet. Do not

touch the plug with wet hands. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock.

● When used in a fan-cooled system, the drive should not be exposed to temperatures outside the

range 5 ~ 35°C (41 ~ 95°F).

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to yourself or others, or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

● Always unplug the computer from the electrical outlet if it will not be used for a prolonged period of

time or if there is a risk of lightning. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, short-circuiting or fire.

● Do not expose the device to excessive heat or vibrations such as in direct sunlight or near a heater.

Also avoid placing it in extreme cold or much dust. Otherwise, the front panel may become disfigured or the internal components may be damaged.

● Do not use the device near other electrical products such as televisions, radios or speakers.

Otherwise, this may cause interference which can affect the proper operation of those other products.

● Do not place the device in an unstable position.

Otherwise, it may accidentally fall down and be damaged or cause personal injury.

● Mount the device horizontally.

Otherwise, written data may be destroyed. Set the device up according to the instructions in the Owner’s Manual.

● Always remove the disc from the tray before transporting the device.

Otherwise, written data may be destroyed.

● When cleaning the device, never use benzene, paint thinners, detergents or chemical-impregnated

wiping cloths. Also, do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the device. Otherwise, the device may be damaged or its front panel may become discolored. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the device.

● Do not rest your weight on or place heavy objects on the device and do not use excessive force on

the buttons, switches or connectors. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of damage to the device or personal injury.

● Do not listen to audio with headphones at high volume and for prolonged periods of time.

Otherwise, there is an increased risk of hearing loss.

● Before using the device, set the volume dial to its lowest setting.

Otherwise, sudden bursts of sound can cause hearing loss.

● Do not place the device near sources of magnetic interference, such as computer displays.

Magnetic interference can affect the operation and stability of the device.

● Have the device serviced regularly.

Otherwise, dust can build up inside the device, increasing the risk of fire or damage. For information about servicing charges, contact the store at which the device was purchased or alternatively, the nearest Yamaha dealer (listed at the back of this manual). The device should be serviced about once a year.

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■ About CD-R/RW discs

Please read the following regarding the handling of CD-R/RW discs.

1. Do not expose discs to excessive heat such as in direct sunlight or near a heater. Also avoid keeping them in a humid place.

2. Do not touch disc surfaces. When handling a disc, hold it by its edges.

3. Remove dust and dirt from disc surfaces. Use air-based dust removers. The surfaces may be scratched if wiped with a dry cloth.

4. Do not stick labels on disc surfaces.

5. Do not write on disc surfaces except where indicated.

6. Do not clean discs with chemicals or detergents.

7. Do not bend or drop discs.

1. The information contained in this manual is subject to change

without prior notice.

2. All trademarks contained in this manual belong to their respective

owners.

3. Yamaha does not bear any responsibility for any outcome as a

result of using this device.

4. Reproduction of this manual, either in part or in full, is expressly

forbidden.

■ Precautions for Transportation

Before transporting the device, always put it in its original box. If the device is transported without adequate packing, the internal components may be damaged and cause the device to malfunction.

■ Copyrights

When writing to CD-R/RW, make sure that you are not infringing any copyrights. It is illegal to copy audio CDs for non-personal use. When backing up software, please make sure that you are not infringing any software copyrights for that product.

■ WARRANTY

YAMAHA AND SUPPLIERS ACCEPT NO LIABILITY FOR THE LOSS OF ANY DATA OR ANY PROBLEMS CAUSED AS A RESULT. AS A PRECAUTION, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE DISCS BE TESTED AFTER THEY HAVE BEEN WRITTEN TO. FURTHERMORE, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES DOES YAMAHA AND SUPPLIERS GUARANTEE THE RELIABILITY OF THE DISCS.

Introduction ....................................................................... 1

Features of the CRW8824IX Drive ................................................. 1

Before Use ......................................................................... 3

System Requirements ...................................................................... 3

Supported Discs .............................................................................. 5

Setup Flowchart .................................................................. 7

Windows Users ............................................................................... 7

Macintosh Users ............................................................................. 8

Setup Procedures ................................................................ 9

Serial Number ................................................................................. 9

Connections .................................................................................. 10

Connecting and Disconnecting IEEE1394 Devices ...................... 15

Verifying the Hardware Installation .............................................. 16

Operations ........................................................................ 18

Front Panel ................................................................................... 18

Rear Panel ..................................................................................... 19

Loading a Disc .............................................................................. 20

Ejecting a Disc .............................................................................. 20

Manually Ejecting a Disc in an Emergency .................................. 21

Troubleshooting ................................................................. 22

Appendix .......................................................................... 26

Writing Modes .............................................................................. 26

About the Firmware ...................................................................... 28

LED Indicator Messages................................................................ 29

CRW8824IX Specifications ........................................................... 30

Index ............................................................................................. 32

©2000 Yamaha Corporation. All Rights Reserved. This document may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, transmitted or reduced to any electronic medium of machine readable form without prior consent in writing from Yamaha. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Apple, Macintosh, Mac OS, and FireWire are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. i.LINK is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies.

Introduction

Features of the CRW8824IX Drive

Easy setup

Implementation of an IEEE1394 interface (also known as FireWire or i.LINK) eliminates the need for drive configurations (device ID, termination, and so on). You can connect and start using the drive whenever you wish without restarting your computer.

High speed

CD-R/RW discs can be written/rewritten at up to 8X speed. For example, an audio CD (74 minutes/650MB) can be created in approximately 10 minutes. Data reading at up to 24X speed is supported.

CD TEXT support

CD TEXT is a capability that adds text data to an audio CD. Information such as the song name or artist name can be recorded using writing software. The text data on the disc you create can be displayed by a CD player that is compatible with CD TEXT.

Wide compatibility

To ensure compatibility with a wide range of discs, technical data has been exchanged with major disc manufacturers. 700MB discs are also supported.

High-fidelity audio

Writing software can be used to extract digital audio data at up to 24X speed. (This data can be saved in WAVE format in a Windows environment, or in AIFF format in a Macintosh environment.) Digital sound can be recorded with complete fidelity even when writing at 8X speed.

Reliable writing

Yamaha’s proprietary Pure-Phase Laser System*1 improves jitter values*2 to allow the signal to be recorded accurately. In addition, the 4MB buffer memory and Running OPC

technology further enhance reliability.

*1. Pure-Phase Laser System (patent applied for) Technology that reduces phase interference of the laser beam, so that it shines accurately on the disc.

*2. Jitter value An important measure of recording quality. This has been improved 25% compared with Yamaha models not using this technology.

*3. Running OPC CD-R/RW discs vary by manufacturer in their recording characteristics, and the laser output required to write data differs by disc. Running OPC is technology that solves this problem by automatically adjusting the output of the laser according to the material of the disc on which data is being written.

Introduction

About IEEE1394

IEEE1394 is an industry standard approved by IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). The serial interface has a broad bandwidth and is fast enough to bidirectionally transfer large amounts of digital video and audio data between electronic devices including computer peripherals. Also known as FireWire and i.LINK, the IEEE1394 interface allows units to transfer data or various controls over a single IEEE1394 interface cable. Unlike legacy serial interfaces such as RS-232C, IEEE1394 allows a daisychaining (serial connection) of devices and any two devices in the chain can transfer data to each other. IEEE1394 also supports a tree (parallel) connection of devices. In addition to this flexibility, IEEE1394 also eliminates the need for complicated settings as found in SCSI (Small Computer System Interface), such as device ID and termination. As of writing, IEEE1394 supports three different data transfer rates: 100Mbps, 200Mbps, and 400Mbps.

Before Use

System Requirements

In order to use the CRW8824IX drive, your computer system will need to meet the following set of requirements.

n The CRW8824IX drive may not write at a maximum speed depending on your

computer’s system configuration.

n For maximum performance, check your system setup (hardware, OS, and so on) for the

CD writing software.

Windows Users

● Computer

PC/AT-compatible computers CPU: Pentium II, 300MHz or faster. RAM: 64MB or more. IEEE1394 port: At least one IEEE1394 port is required.

n This port may be a built-in (onboard) type, or provided with a PCI expansion card

or a CardBus card. If you newly install an IEEE1394 PCI or CardBus interface card, your computer should have an empty PCI expansion slot or a CardBus slot. For more information about the IEEE1394 interface card, refer to “IEEE1394 Interface Card (PCI or CardBus)” shown below.

● Operating System (OS)

Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows 2000

● CD Writing Software

The CRW8824IX drive requires CD writing software to write onto a CD-R/RW disc. When you use the CD writing software, make sure that it supports the CRW8824IX drive.

n For details about how to install and use the software, refer to the documentation

that came with it.

● CD-ROM Drive

You may need another CD-ROM drive for any CD-related operations (playback of an audio CD, installation from CD-ROM, and so on) until you verify that the CRW8824IX is successfully installed. Also you may need another CD-ROM drive if you are planning to copy a CD-ROM directly to a CD-R/RW disc on the CRW8824IX drive.

n The CRW8824IX cannot boot your computer with a CD-ROM containing the

operating system, so that the unit cannot be used for installation of the operating system.

● IEEE1394 Interface Card (PCI or CardBus)

For the CRW8824IX to work properly with your computer, your IEEE1394 interface card must be OHCI compliant. As of writing, Yamaha has verified compatibility with following cards:

Manufacturer Product Card Type

Advansys ASB30400 PCI SIIG NN2603 PCI

n For latest information about approved IEEE1394 interface cards, check YAMAHA

CD-R/RW Drive web site at http://www.yamaha.co.jp/english/product/computer/.

n Some IEEE1394 interface cards may not work properly with your computer. If you

newly purchase and install the interface card, make sure of the compatibility not only with your computer, but also with the CRW8824IX drive.

n If you already have an IEEE1394 interface card installed and working properly on

your computer, there might be cases of incompatibility with your new CRW8824IX drive. In such cases, make sure that your computer system meets above requirements, and also the interface card is compatible with the CRW8824IX drive.

Macintosh Users

● Computer

Macintosh computers with a built-in FireWire port CPU: PowerPC G3, 300MHz or faster. RAM: 64MB or more.

● Operating System

Mac OS 8.6, 9 or later.

n FireWire software version 2.2.2 or later is recommended for the CRW8824IX to

work properly. The latest software is available from Apple support web site.

● CD Writing Software

The CRW8824IX drive requires CD writing software to write to a CD-R/RW disc. When you use the CD writing software, make sure that it supports the CRW8824IX drive.

n For details about how to install and use the software, refer to the documentation

that came with it.

Before Use

● CD-ROM Drive

n The CRW8824IX cannot boot your computer with a CD-ROM containing the

operating system, so that the unit cannot be used for installation of the operating system.

Hard Drive Space (Windows and Macintosh Users)

When writing to a CD-R/RW disc, you will need a working area (50 to 100MB free space) on the hard drive. When creating an image file for all data to write to a CD-R/RW disc, in addition to the working area, you will need as much hard drive space as that data (up to 800MB in total). However, such hard drive space for the image file is not needed when you are directly writing from a hard drive, CD-ROM drive or so on (on-the-fly writing). In any case of writing to a CD-R/ RW disc, you will need a 50 to 100MB working area on your hard drive.

n Data is written to a disc much more reliably when writing from an image file,

eliminating the likelihood of errors occurring. Furthermore, this solution is ideal when making multiple copies of discs since the original data is backed up in your hard drive as an image file.

Before Use

Supported Discs

The CRW8824IX can write to discs that carry the following logos.

CD-R discs

The CRW8824IX can write to these discs at 8X, 6X, 4X, and 1X speeds. These discs can be played back in a CD-ROM drive or a CD player.

n When writing at 8X or 6X speeds, please use “high-speed writing

capable” discs.

CD-RW discs

There are two types of CD-RW discs: those that support write/rewrite speeds of 4X, 2X and 1X, and those that support only 2X.

The CRW8824IX can write/rewrite at 4X and 2X speeds on the first type of disc and at 2X on the second type of disk. These discs can be read/ played on a device (e.g., CD-ROM drive) that supports “CD-RW.”

High Speed CD-RW discs

These discs allow writing/rewriting at 4~10X speeds. The CRW8824IX can write/rewrite these discs at 8X and 4X speeds. These discs can be read/played by a CD-RW drive that bears the High Speed CD-RW logo, or by a device (e.g., CD-ROM drive) that supports “CD-RW.”

• In order to write, erase, or read these discs using a CD-R/ RW drive, a drive bearing the High Speed CD-RW logo must be used. When using a CD-ROM drive to read these discs, the drive must be capable of reading CD-RW discs.

• If these discs are used in a CD-R/RW drive not bearing the High Speed CD-RW logo, the discs may not be recognized, resulting in the computer not operating correctly or other malfunctions occurring.

• Refer to the page at the URL below before attempting to read these discs on a Yamaha CD-R/RW drive not bearing the High Speed CD-RW logo.

URL: http://www.yamaha.co.jp/english/product/computer/

*1. Compatible with “Orange Book Part 2.” *2. Compatible with “Orange Book Part 3 Vol.1.” *3. Compatible with “Orange Book Part 3 Vol.2.”

n The Orange Book standard defines how all recordable discs (including CD-R and CD-

RW) are written. Part 2 of the Orange Book standard relates to CD-R discs and Part 3, to CD-RW discs. The standard was named after the color of the book’s pages.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Features of the CRW8824IX Drive

Before Use

System Requirements

Supported Discs