Introduction

The CRX175A1 offers the following
Writes up to 10speed on CD-RW disc
features.
media.

 

Reads CD-ROM discs at up to 40
An internal CD-RW drive with ATAPI
speed.
(EIDE) interface for PCs.
Buffer under-run error protection.
Writes up to 24speed on CD-R disc

 

media.

 

Main Specifications

Discs
Compatible disc types
CD-R
CD-RW
CD-ROM
CD-ROM XA
CD-DA
Operating/Storage Environment
Operating temperature 5 to 40 ºC
Power and Miscellaneous
DC +5 V
2.0 A max.
DC +12 V

2.0 A max.

System Requirements

The CRX175A1 can be used in systems with the following capabilities.

CPU: Pentium 266 MHz or higher For stable writing performance at high speeds, the CPU speed should be considerably higher than the above

minimum requirement. For writing at 24speed, a Pentium II/400 MHz or higher is recommended.

PC/AT-compatible PC

Windows® 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows® 2000 or Windows® Milienium Edition (Me)

At least 32 MB RAM (64 MB or higher recommended)
At least 1 GB available hard disk space

One available EIDE(ATAPI) interface connection (primary slave, or secondary master or slave) with DMA capability

One empty 5-inch half-height drive bay
One available internal +12 V/+5 V power connector

In addition to the above requirements, the requirements of the writing software to be used must also be met.

CAUTION

The above system configuration is given as a minimum requirement for a system on which basic CD-RW writing performance can be obtained. In actual use, the requirements for the writing software also have to be taken into consideration. (Normally, these requirements will be higher than the above specifications.)

The drive cannot be assured to operate properly if connected to an ATAPI interface adapter card (we cannot guarantee compatibility or offer user support).

Writing speed may automatically be adjusted depending on the disc specified speed or disc conditions such as weight imbalance and eccentricity.

1and 2writing speed and discs are not supported.
CD Extra (CD+) Video CD
CD TEXT
Photo CD (Multi-Session support) CD-I
Audio Combined CD-ROM Disc diameter 12 cm
8 cm (reading only)
Writing Systems
Track-at-once
Disc-at-once
Session-at-once
Packet writing
Drive
Data transfer rate
Up to 6000 kbytes/sec (40speed1))
Access time
Average random stroke 150 ms
1)Maximum data transfer rate depends on the capabilities of the host PC
Size
Approx. 145.8 41.3 195.0 mm (WHD)
Weight
Approx. 1 kg (drive only)
Interface
Drive interface
ATAPI (EIDE) compliant
Buffer capacity
2 MB

Please note that specifications and appearance may be subject to change without notice.

Product and Support Information

Sony Global Sites

Information

Products purchased in USA:*
http://www.sony.com/storagesupport
Products purchased in Canada:
http://www.sony.ca/
Products purchased in Australia or New Zealand:
http://www.sony.com.au
Products purchased in Europe:
http://www.sony-cp.com/cd-rw
Product purchased in Hong Kong:*
http://www.sony.com.hk/Electronics/cp
Product purchased in China:*
http://www.sony.com.cn/Electronics/edmh
Product Purchase in Singapore:
http://www.sony.com.sg/asianit/
Product purchased in Taiwan:*
http://www.sony.com.tw/stwn/cpd/index.htm
Product purchased in Korea:*
http://www.sony.co.kr/cp
Product purchased in Brazil:
http://www.sonybrasil.com.br
Product purchased in Middle East & Gulf: http://www.sony-middleeast.com
* Local web sites for computer peripheral products

About the Bundled Writing Software Detailed information about the supplied writing software is available on the web sites of the software manufacturers and software distributors. (Accessible from the links in each software application)

Technical Support

Please consult the above sources before calling with questions about using CRX175A1, or with technical questions about the drive or the supplied software. If using telephone or email support, please have the following information available:

Model number: CRX175A1
Serial number
Date and place of purchase
Computer maker and model number
Computer specifications (CPU speed, memory size, OS version, etc.)
Writer software used (version, etc.)
Local technical support service is available in the following sales regions:
For product purchased in USA (Sony Electronics Inc):
Monday to Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. CT
Toll Free: 1-800-588-3847
Free telephone support is offered for 90 days from your first call.
For product purchased in Canada (Sony of Canada Limited):
Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. EST

Toll Free: 1-800-961-7669

E-mail Address: it_help@sony.ca
For product purchased in Australia or New Zealand (Sony Australia Limited):
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. EST

Toll Free: 1300-13-7669

International: +61-2-9887-6666
For product purchased in Europe (Sony UK Limited):
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Toll Free: 00800-CNCESONY (00800-26237669)
E-mail: Helpdesk@SonyNordic.no (For Nordic regions)
E-mail: CNCE.SONY@suplie.com (For other European regions)
For product purchased in Singapore (Sony Electronics Singapore Pte. Ltd):
Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m
Storage Support Hotline (non Toll-Free): +65-3291715
E-mail Address: EDMS.Support@ap.sony.com
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Other system and product names used herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective manufacturers, although the TM and ® marks are not used in the text.

Please Record Responsibly

Before copying anything onto a CD-R or CD-RW disc, please be sure you are not violating copyright laws. Most software companies allow you to make a back-up or archive copy of software. Check your software’s license agreement for specific details.

English

Please refer to this manual together with the “ATAPI Interface Drive User’s Guide” in the attached Software CD- ROM, which carries more detailed information.

Franç ais

Reportez-vous au présent manuel ainsi qu'aux documents intitulés “ATAPI Interface Drive Guide de l'utilisateur” contenu sur le CD-ROM accompagnant ce produit pour plus de détails.

Deutsch

Einzelheiten entnehmen Sie bitte diesem Handbuch zusammen mit der “Betriebsanleitung für das ATAPI- Schnittstellenlaufwerk” auf der mitgelieferten CD-ROM, die zusätzliche Details enthält.

Españ ol

Consulte este manual junto con la “Guía del usuario de la unidad de interfaz ATAPI” del CD-ROM del software suministrado, que ofrece información más detallada.

Italiano

Fare riferimento a questo manuale insieme a “Guida dell’utilizzatore dell’unità disco a interfaccia ATAPI” nel CD- ROM del software allegato, che contiene informazioni più dettagliate.

Portuguê s

Consulte este manual junto com o “Guia do Utilizador do Drive de Interface ATAPI” no CD-ROM do Software em anexo, que traz informações mais detalhadas.

Nederlands

Raadpleeg deze gebruiksaanwijzing samen met de “ATAPI station-interface gebruikershandleiding” op de bijgeleverde CD-ROM, die meer gedetailleerde informatie bevat.

Svenska

Vi hänvisar till denna bruksanvisning tillsammans med “Användarguide för enhet med ATAPI gränssnitt” på den bifogade CD-ROM-skivan, som innehåller mer detaljerad information.