Sony CRX320EE, CRX320AE Introduction, Specifications, System Requirements, Connecting the Cables, Package Contents, Turbo Boost Function, Product and Support Information, Size, Weight

Introduction

This product offers the following features.

❑An internal CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive with ATAPI (EIDE) interface for PCs.

❑Writes up to 52⋅ speed on CD-R disc media.

❑Writes up to 32⋅ speed on CD-RW disc media.

❑Reads CD-ROM discs at up to 52⋅ speed.

❑With the Turbo Boost function, easily switch from the default 40⋅ read/write speed to 52⋅ speed.*

❑Reads DVD-ROM discs at up to 16⋅ speed.

* For details, see “Turbo Boost Function” below.

❑Features “Power-Burn conformed” technology to prevent buffer under-run

errors.

“Power-Burn conformed” is used to refer to a CD-R/RW that uses CD-R/RW recording technology (ICs and/or firmware) other than Power-Burn, but provides performance equivalent to that of Sony original Power-Burn technology based on the Power-Burn concept.

Notes

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

•1⋅ and 2⋅ writing speed and discs are not supported.

•During startup, the drive may make a whirring noise due to balls contained in the ABS (Auto-Balance System) spindle motor. This is normal and does not indicate a drive malfunction.

Specifications

Compatible discs

CD-R	CD-RW
CD-ROM	CD-ROM XA
CD-DA1)	CD Extra (CD+)
Video CD	CD TEXT
Photo CD
DVD-ROM	DVD-Video
Disc diameter	12 cm
	8 cm (for horizontal use only)

1)This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

When you use this unit as an audio CD player, please use compact discs with the following mark.

Writing Systems
Track-at-once	Disc-at-once

Buffer under-run error protection

technology

Operating Environment

5 to 40 °C

Power and Miscellaneous

DC +5 V	1.5 A
DC +12 V	1.5 A
Size

Approx. 145.8 ⋅ 41.3 ⋅ 165 mm (W⋅H⋅D) (excluding front bezel)

Weight

Approx. 0.9 kg (drive only)

Interface

Drive interface

ATAPI (EIDE)-compliant

Drive Inquiry

System Requirements

This CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive can be used in systems with the following capabilities.

❑ CPU: Pentium II 400 MHz or higher is

recommended.

❑ PC/AT-compatible PC

❑ OS:

Windows® 98 Second Edition

Windows® 2000 Professional

Windows® Millennium Edition

Windows® XP Home Edition

Windows® XP Professional

❑ 64 MB RAM or higher is recommended

❑ At least 1 GB available hard disk space

❑ One available EIDE (ATAPI) interface

❑One empty 5-inch half-height drive bay

❑One available internal +12 V/+5 V power connector

Notes

•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 and “Windows” 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).

Session-at-once

Packet writing

Drive

Data transfer rate

CD-ROM Up to 7800 KB/s (52⋅ speed)2) 3) DVD-ROM Up to 22160 KB/s (16⋅ speed)3)

Access time

Average random stroke CD-ROM 120 ms DVD-ROM 140 ms

2)When using the Turbo Boost function.3)The maximum data transfer rate depends on the capabilities of the host PC.

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

SONY CD-RW CRX320EE

Buffer capacity

2 MB

Laser specifications

Type

CD: RLD78PZW4

DVD: RLD65MZT2

Wavelength

CD: 784 ± 5 nm

DVD: 655 +5/-10 nm

Output power

CD : 120 mW (CW) 230 mW (Pulse)

DVD : 10 mW

connection with DMA capability

Connecting the Cables

Package Contents

Please verify that the package includes the following accessories with the drive when unpacking.

If any of these items appears to be missing or damaged, please contact your supplier.

•CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive

•Product Information (this document)

•Warranty card

Note

To guard against possible loss or damage, be sure to make a backup copy of the provided software disc on a CD-R disc or other media. The software disc is not sold separately.

Please Record Responsibly

Before copying anything onto a CD-R or CD-RW disc, make sure that you are not violating copyright laws. Most software companies allow you to make a backup or archive copy of software. Check your software license agreement for details.

•Connect one end of the audio cable to the ANALOG AUDIO connector on the drive, and the other end to the audio input connector on your PC.

•Connect the IDE flat cable to the IDE connector on the drive.

•Connect an unused power connector from the PC power supply to the DC input (power input) connector on the drive.

Pin1
Analog audio	DC input connector
connector	DC INPUT
	DC INPUT
IDE	5V GND12V
connector
	Power connector
	Red (pin 1)
Audio cable
	IDE
	flat cable
	To computer
To sound card	motherboard

CAUTION

•The red side of the IDE flat cable indicates the pin 1 conductor. Verify that the pin 1 side is connected to pin 1 on the motherboard.

•The power connector must be inserted with the inclined side upwards.•If no spare power connector is available, a “Y” adapter is necessary.

•It is not necessary to connect the audio cable if your PC supports digital playback.

•Using the wrong type of cable with this product can cause it to malfunction. Follow the instructions when connecting the product.

Turbo Boost Function

The default CD-R and CD-ROM read/write speed of this drive is 40⋅ speed. With a single touch, you can activate the Turbo Boost function, making the read/write speed 52⋅ speed.

CAUTION

2Press the Eject button for five seconds.

The Busy indicator blinks twice and the speed switches to 52⋅ speed. (The Turbo Boost function is active.)

Notes

Product and Support Information

Sony Site Information (As of November, 2004)

Product purchased in Europe:*

http://www.sonydigital-link.com/OSD/

* Local Web sites for computer peripheral products

•On rare occasions, some discs may not be able to tolerate 52⋅ speed, causing them to break. We

recommend that you do not use deeply scratched, brittle, or other discs that may break at 52⋅ speed.

•The Turbo Boost function does not increase read/write speed with CD-RW or DVD-ROM discs.

1Insert a disc into the drive.

The speed when you insert a disc is normally 40⋅ speed.

•When you want to write at 52⋅ speed, insert the disc into the drive, activate the Turbo Boost function, and then start writing to the disc.

•When writing with the Turbo Boost function, the Busy indicator blinks more rapidly than usual. (About twice as fast as when writing at the default write speed.)

•When you open the disc tray, the speed reverts to its default of 40⋅ speed.

•The Turbo Boost function does not guarantee a 52⋅ write speed. Depending on the condition of the disc you are using, the speed may be lower.

Technical Support

Please consult the above sources before calling with questions about using this product, or with technical questions about the drive or the supplied software. If using telephone or e-mail support, please have the following information available:

•Model number: CRX320AE

•Serial number

•Date and place of purchase

•Computer maker and model number

•Computer specifications (CPU speed, memory size, OS version, etc.)

•Writing software used (version, etc.)

Local technical support is only available in the specified sales regions. The customers in these regions should be provided with a warranty card for this product. For contact information, refer to the warranty card.

Note that technical support conditions may vary according to the locality, and that charges