Yamaha CRW3200IX User Manual

Laser Product Class: Class 1  
Laser Diode Properties  
Wavelength: 780 – 787 nm  
Pulse Durations and Max. Output  
at the lens of the Laser Pickup Unit  
CAUTION  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of  
procedures other than those specified herein may result  
in hazardous radiation exposure.  
Read Mode: 0.85 mW  
Write Mode: Max. 48 mW  
(Continuous)  
ACHTUNG  
Halten Sie sich beim Bedienen und Einstellen der  
Bedienungselemente sowie bei der Bedienungsabfolge  
an die Anleitung, da sonst gefährliche Strahlen austreten  
können.  
(for 212 ns, Min. Cycle 57.9 ns)  
Laserprodukt-Klasse: Klasse 1  
Eigenschaften der Laserdiode  
Wellenlänge: 780 – 787 nm  
ATTENTION  
Lemploi 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.  
Impulsdauer und max. Ausgang an der Linse der  
Laser-Abtasteinheit  
Lesemodus: 0,85 mW  
Schreibmodus: Max. 48 mW  
(für 212 ns, Zyklusmin. 57,9 ns)  
(kontinuierlich)  
PRECAUCION  
El usar los controles o ajustar o realizar procedimientos  
diferentes a los especificados aquí resultará en  
peligrosas exposiciones a la radiación.  
Classe du produit laser: Classe 1  
Caractéristiques de la diode laser  
Longueur d’onde: 780 – 787 nm  
Durée des impulsions et sortie maximum depuis  
la lentille du bloc capteur optique  
VARO!  
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA  
OLET ALTTINA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE  
Mode de lecture: 0,85 mW  
(continue)  
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.  
Mode de gravure: max. 48 mW  
VARNING! OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR  
ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRREN ÄR URKOPPLAD.  
(pour 212 ns, cycle min. 57,9 ns)  
BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.  
Clase de producto láser: Clase 1  
Propiedades del diodo láser  
Longitud de onda: 780 – 787 nm  
Duración del pulso y potencia de salida máxima  
en el objetivo de la unidad captora láser  
Modo de lectura: 0,85 mW  
Modo de escritura: máx. 48 mW  
(para 212 ns, ciclo mínimo 57,9 ns)  
CAUTION  
VARNING  
VARO !  
-
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VISIBLE AND / OR INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.  
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.  
SYNLIG OCH / ELLER OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA  
DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.  
AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄLLE JA / TAI  
NÄKYMÄTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.  
SYNLIG OCH / ELLER OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL  
ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.  
(continua)  
VARNING  
-
VORSICHT ! SICHTBARE UND / ODER UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG  
WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.  
ATTENTION - RADIATION VISIBLE ET / OU INVISIBLE LORSQUE LAPPAREIL  
EST OUVERT. EVITEZ TOUTE EXPOSITION AU FAISCEAU.  
DANGER - VISIBLE AND / OR INVISIBLE LASER  
RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE  
TO BEAM.  
CLASS  
LASER KLASSE  
LUOKAN LASERLAITE  
1
LASER PRODUCT  
1
PRODUKT  
1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT  
PRODUIT LASER DE CLASSE  
1
COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS CAREFULLY TO  
PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE DEVICE.  
These precautions explain how to use the device properly and safely, thereby preventing  
injury to yourself and 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 prevent the risk  
of damage to the device. Please read these sections carefully prior to proceeding.  
WARNING  
Always follow these basic precautions to avoid short-circuit, damage, fire, or other  
hazards, and to avoid serious injury or fatal accident from electrical shock.  
G Do not attempt to open or disassemble the device to avoid the risk of electrical shock,  
fire, or malfunction.  
G Do not look directly at the laser source to avoid the risk of eye damage or blindness.  
G Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the device to avoid the risk of electrical  
shock, fire, malfunction, or personal injury.  
G Do not expose the device to high humidity or place liquid containers such as a flower  
vase on the device to avoid the risk of electrical shock, fire, or malfunction.  
G Do not expose the device to temperature outside the range 5 – 35 °C (41 – 95 °F) to  
avoid the risk of fire, deformation of the device panel, or malfunction.  
G Do not expose the device to dusty place to avoid the risk of fire or malfunction.  
G Always follow the owner’s manual to set up or connect the devices properly to avoid  
the risk of electrical shock, fire, malfunction, or personal injury.  
G If unusual smells, sounds or smoke come from the device, or if foreign objects such  
as liquid get into the device, turn off and unplug the computer immediately to avoid  
the risk of electrical shock, fire, or malfunction. Contact the store of purchase or your  
nearest Yamaha dealer (listed at the back of this manual).  
G Be sure that the computer is electrically grounded to avoid the risk of electrical shock.  
G Prior to cleaning the drive, always unplug the computer or do not handle the plug with  
wet hands to avoid the risk of electrical shock.  
G Use the included AC adapter to avoid the risk of fire or malfunction.  
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G Clean the AC power plug regularly to avoid the risk of fire due to insulation failure  
such as humidity.  
G Do not unplug the AC adapter by pulling the cable, and do not place objects on the  
cable to avoid the risk of electrical shock, fire, or malfunction.  
G Plug in the AC adapter fully to avoid the risk of electrical shock or fire.  
G Do not connect many devices to an electrical outlet. Maintain the rated power of the  
outlet to avoid the risk of fire due to overheating.  
CAUTION  
Always follow these basic precautions to avoid physical injury to yourself or others,  
and damage to the device or other property.  
G Always unplug the computer if it will not be used for a prolonged period or if there is a  
possibility of lightning, to avoid the risk of electrical shock, fire, or short-circuit.  
G Do not use the device near other electrical appliances such as televisions, radios, or  
speakers to avoid the risk of interferences between each other.  
G Do not place the device unstably to avoid the risk of malfunction or personal injury by  
its falling down.  
G Do not place the device with a possibility of excessive vibration to avoid the risk of  
damage to written data or malfunction.  
G Place the device horizontally to avoid the risk of damage to written data.  
G Prior to transporting the device, remove the disc from the disc tray to avoid the risk of  
damage to written data.  
G Use soft, dry cloths to wipe the device. Do not use benzene, paint thinner, detergents,  
or chemically treated wiped cloths, and do not place vinyl, plastic, or rubber objects  
on the device to avoid the risk of malfunction or damage to the surface of the device.  
G Do not rest your weight on or place heavy objects on the device, and do not apply  
excessive force to the buttons, switches, or connectors to avoid the risk of damage to  
the device or personal injury.  
G Be careful not to short-circuit the AC power plug with metal objects to avoid the risk of  
malfunction.  
G Do not wrap the power cable around the AC adapter to avoid the risk of breaking the  
wire or malfunction.  
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G Do not listen to audio with headphones at high volume for prolonged period to avoid  
auditory disorder.  
G Prior to turning on the computer, always minimize the volume to avoid auditory  
disorder by a sudden burst of sound at high volume.  
G Do not place the device near magnets or anything magnetized such as a display to  
avoid the risk of interferences between each other.  
G Have the device serviced regularly to avoid internal dust buildup that can cause  
malfunction, damage or fire. For service information and service charges, contact the  
store of purchase or your nearest Yamaha dealer (listed at the back of this manual).  
WARRANTY  
YAMAHA AND ITS SUPPLIERS ACCEPT NO LIABILITY FOR ANY PROBLEMS THAT OCCUR AS A  
RESULT OF ANY OPERATIONS CARRIED OUT OTHER THAN THOSE STATED IN THE MANUAL  
THAT COMES WITH THIS PRODUCT, OR THE LOSS OR THE DAMAGE OF ANY DATA CAUSED AS  
A RESULT OF USING THIS PRODUCT.  
Precautions for Transportation  
Transporting the device unfixed may damage its internal mechanism or circuits.  
Remove the disc from the disc tray of the device.  
Put the device in the original box.  
Refer to the original box to check that the complete accessories are included prior to installation.  
©2001 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 trademark of Sony Corporation.  
SafeBurnis a trademark of Yamaha Corporation.  
All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies. and ® marks are not  
specified in this manual.  
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Table of Contents  
System Requirements ..............................................................................7  
Preparing the CRW3200IX Drive .................................................10  
Serial Number........................................................................................10  
Connecting/Disconnecting the CRW3200IX Drive to/from the Computer...21  
Troubleshooting.....................................................................24  
Firmware.............................................................................30  
CRW3200IX Drive Specifications ................................................31  
Technical Notes.....................................................................35  
IEEE1394...............................................................................................35  
Buffer Underrun Protection Function....................................................35  
Connecting Multiple IEEE1394 Devices ..............................................36  
Writing Methods....................................................................................37  
For details about how to install and use the CD writing software, refer to the  
documentation that comes with it.  
The information contained in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.  
Reproduction of this manual, either in part or in full, is expressly forbidden.  
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Features of the CRW3200IX Drive  
High speed writing/reading  
The CRW3200IX drive supports up to 24X-speed writing for CD-R discs, and up to  
10X-speed writing/rewriting for CD-RW discs. In addition, the drive supports data  
reading and digital audio data extraction at up to 40X speed.  
Tip  
The Partial CAV method permits 24X-speed writing for CD-R discs.  
The CLV method and the 4X 10X Full CAV method permit 10X-speed writing/  
rewriting for CD-RW discs.  
IEEE1394 interface  
The CRW3200IX drive uses an IEEE1394 interface that enables you to use the drive  
as soon as it is connected to the computer.  
The CRW3200IX drive supports a hot plug function that enables you to connect/  
disconnect the drive while the computer is turned on.  
SafeBurn™ (Enhanced stability writing technology)  
The generous 8 MB buffer memory provides sufficient data storage to enable stable  
disc writing at high speeds. Even if data transfer from the computer is interrupted,  
the Buffer Underrun Protection function is activated to save CD-R discs from a  
writing error. (P. 35)  
Optimum Write Speed Controladjusts the writing speed to the optimum rate for  
every CD-R disc automatically. You can set the maximum writing speed with your  
CD writing software.  
Note  
• “Optimum Write Speed Controlcan be activated when the maximum writing speed  
is set at 12X or more.  
The minimum writing speed to be automatically selected is 8X. Manually set the  
optimum writing speed if a writing speed supported by a disc is less than 8X.  
High fidelity digital audio  
The CRW3200IX drive supports extraction of digital audio data at up to 40X speed  
using CD writing software, as well as recording digital audio with high fidelity even  
at 24X-speed writing.  
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Audio Master Quality Recording (High quality audio writing mode)  
Audio Master Quality Recording enables you to create high quality audio CDs. This  
mode is available for CD-R discs with a capacity of 650 MB and 700 MB. (P. 38)  
Note  
Audio CDs that are created with Audio Master Quality Recording may not be played  
back on certain audio recorders and CD-R/RW drives.  
CD-MRW (CD Mount Rainier ReWriting)  
CD-MRW is a new standard of packet writing. Compared to the ordinary packet  
writing, CD-MRW provides many useful functions such as background formatting.  
(P. 39)  
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Names and Functions of Parts  
Front Panel  
G
G
G
G
G
G
G Disc tray  
G LED  
Holds the disc. It is opened or closed by  
pressing the eject button. (P. 22)  
Indicates the operational status of the  
CRW3200IX drive by its colors and  
blinking patterns.  
G Manual eject hole  
Lights or blinks blue  
Forcibly opens the disc tray when the tray  
cannot be opened by pressing the eject  
button. (P. 23)  
Lights: Standby (with disc)  
Blinks: Opening/Closing disc tray, or  
reading disc information (TOC)  
Blinks rapidly: Playback audio  
Blinks irregularly: Reading data  
G Eject button  
Press to open or close the disc tray. (P. 22)  
Lights or blinks purple  
Lights: Standby (no disc) or the disc tray  
is open  
Blinks: Accessing for writing or test  
writing  
G Headphone jack  
Connects headphones or external speakers  
to the drive; has stereo mini-jack  
specifications.  
G Headphone volume dial  
Blinks rapidly: Writing  
Controls the volume of the headphones.  
The volume increases as the dial is turned  
to the right.  
Blinks orange  
Malfunction  
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Rear Panel  
G
G
G
G
G LINE OUT jacks (L/R)  
G DC-IN connector  
Connect audio devices such as external  
speakers.  
Connects the included AC adapter. (P. 11)  
G IEEE1394 ports  
G Power switch (STANDBY/ON)  
Turns the power on/off. (P. 11, 13)  
Connect the included IEEE1394 cable.  
(P. 13 for Windows, P. 18 for Macintosh)  
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Precautions on Use  
Handling Discs  
To avoid trouble, such as writing errors, loss of recorded data, and malfunction of  
the drive, take the following precautions when handling discs.  
Do not place discs in a hot or damp place or where they will be exposed to direct  
sunlight.  
Do not touch the disc surface. Hold the disc by the edge when handling it.  
Remove dust and dirt from the disc surface. Use an air spray to remove dust. The  
disc surface may be scratched if strongly wiped with a dry cloth.  
Do not stick labels to the disc surface or write anything on it except where  
designated.  
Do not clean discs with chemicals or detergents.  
Do not bend or drop discs.  
Copyright  
It is prohibited by law to duplicate copyright material for non-personal use without  
the prior consent of the copyright holder. When copying material with your CD-R/  
RW drive, take due care not to infringe the copyright.  
Disclaimer of Indemnity  
Yamaha assumes no liability for the loss of any profits incurred as a result of the  
loss or corruption of data written on a CD-R or CD-RW, for any loss or damage  
caused by or arising out of extraordinary circumstances (including circumstances  
that Yamaha has foreseen or could foresee), nor for any damages incurred or  
claimed by a third party.  
After handling important data, make a comparison between the original and the  
copied data (to confirm that the data has been copied properly).  
In no event shall Yamaha be liable for any damage to discs due to a buffer  
underrun error (P. 35) or for any other reason, or the inability to use distributed  
discs with your drive.  
Yamaha assumes no liability for the inability to write/playback discs because of  
their format.  
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Compatible Discs  
Discs that can be written on  
The CRW3200IX drive can write on the following discs.  
For the latest information about discs previously checked for compatibility with the  
drive, refer to the following website.  
YAMAHA CD-R/RW Drive website  
CD-R discs  
The CRW3200IX drive can write at 1X, 2X, 4X, 8X, 12X, 16X or 24X speed.  
CD-R discs can be played back on a CD-ROM drive or a CD player.  
Note  
24X-speed writing is enabled with Partial CAV method. (P. 7)  
Check the writing speeds your disc supports prior to writing.  
CD-RW discs  
The CRW3200IX drive can write/rewrite at 2X or 4X speed.  
CD-RW discs can be read/played back on a device (e.g. CD-ROM drive) that  
supports CD-RWdiscs.  
Note  
Some discs support only 2X speed.  
High Speed CD-RW discs  
The CRW3200IX drive can write/rewrite at 4X, 8X or 10X speed.  
High Speed CD-RW discs can be read/played back on a CD-RW drive that  
bears the High Speed CD-RW logo or a device (e.g. CD-ROM drive) that  
supports CD-RWdiscs.  
Note  
When using the packet writing method (P. 38) for writing/rewriting onto High  
Speed CD-RW discs, you can select the 4X 10X Full CAV method. For more  
information refer to the documentation that comes with your CD writing software.  
(Your CD writing software must support the Full CAV method, as does the CD  
Writing software that comes with the CRW3200IX drive.)  
The Full CAV method is recommended when opening and editing a file on a CD-  
RW disc with an application software.  
In order to write, erase, read or play back High Speed CD-RW discs, use a CD-R/  
RW drive that bears the High Speed CD-RW logo. When using a CD-ROM drive  
to read/play back High Speed CD-RW discs, use a drive that supports CD-RW  
discs.  
If these discs are used with a CD-R/RW drive not bearing the High Speed CD-RW  
logo, the discs may not be recognized, resulting in a computer not operating  
properly or other malfunctions occurring.  
Refer to the YAMAHA website below prior to attempting to read/play back these  
discs on a YAMAHA CD-R/RW drive not bearing the High Speed CD-RW logo.  
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Precautions on Use  
Partial CAV (Constant Angular Velocity)  
The CLV (Constant Linear Velocity) method is generally used to write data on a CD-R  
disc. In writing using the CLV method, the disc rotation speed is adjusted to keep the data  
writing speed (data transfer rate) constant on all parts of the disc.  
In contrast, the CAV (Constant Angular Velocity) method exercises control so as to keep  
the disc rotation speed constant. Since the CAV method makes it possible to substantially  
increase the maximum data transfer rate without straining of the drive, it is adopted today  
for most CD-ROM drives.  
CD formats define the constant linear density of written data so that the amount of written  
data per disc rotation will increase as the writing point moves from the inner track to the  
outer track.  
With the CAV method, therefore, data is transferred at a higher rate when it is written on  
the outer tracks of the disc. To achieve 24X-speed writing, the CRW3200IX drive  
employs the Partial CAV method, which is a combination of the CAV method for inner  
tracks and the CLV method for outer tracks.  
The Partial CAV method controls the disc rotation speed so that the CRW3200IX drive  
starts writing at 18X speed on inner tracks, increasing the speed to 24X as the read/write  
head moves outward and holds the speed at 24X on outer tracks.  
Tip  
The CRW3200IX drive supports 8 cm discs.  
Note  
Use only circular discs. Do not use any irregular shaped discs such as heart-shaped or  
star-shaped discs to avoid the risk of malfunction.  
System Requirements  
The CRW3200IX drive is designed to operate in the following computer  
environment. If your computer does not meet these requirements, the CRW3200IX  
drive may not operate or write at the maximum speed.  
For Windows  
Computer (PC/AT compatible)  
CPU: Pentium II-class or higher, 300 MHz or faster  
RAM: 64 MB or more  
64 MB or more is required (128 MB is recommended) for Windows 2000  
Professional, while 128 MB or more is required (256 MB is recommended) for  
Windows XP.  
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CD-ROM drive  
Note  
The CRW3200IX drive cannot be used to boot the computer or to set up an operating  
system.  
Hard drive space  
Writing data on a CD-R/RW disc requires 50 MB to 100 MB of free space as a  
working area on the hard drive. When writing data on a CD-R/RW disc after  
creating an image file, there must be enough free space on the hard drive to store  
the image file in addition to the working area (a total of up to 900 MB).  
However, hard drive space for image files is not required when directly writing  
onto a CD-R/RW disc from a hard drive or CD-ROM using the CRW3200IX  
drive (on-the-fly writing).  
Image file  
You can collect the data files to be written on a CD-R/RW disc into a single image file.  
The image file is useful for writing the same data onto multiple discs. For details, refer  
to the documentation that comes with the CD writing software.  
A spare PCI expansion slot or a CardBas slot for an IEEE1394 interface card  
(if one hasnt been installed or built-in)  
IEEE1394 port  
An optional IEEE1394 interface card (OHCI compatible) is required to connect  
the CRW3200IX drive for the computer without an IEEE1394 port.  
The IEEE1394 interface cards that have been already recognized to support the  
CRW3200IX drive are as follows.  
Manufacturer  
Advansys  
SIIG  
Product  
Card Type  
PCI  
ASB30400  
NN2603  
PCI  
For the latest information about IEEE1394 interface cards supporting the  
CRW3200IX drive, refer to the following websites.  
YAMAHA CD-R/RW Drive website  
Note  
Some IEEE1394 interface cards may not support the CRW3200IX drive. Even if the  
interface card operates properly in the computer, the interface card may not support  
IEEE1394 interface CD-R/RW drives. For details, refer to the documentation that  
comes with the IEEE1394 interface card.  
Yamaha recommends that you use an IEEE1394 interface card listed above that has  
been recognized to support the CRW3200IX drive.  
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Precautions on Use  
Operating system  
Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, or  
Windows XP.  
CD writing software  
The CRW3200IX drive requires CD writing software to write onto a CD-R/RW  
disc. Use the CD writing software that supports the CRW3200IX drive.  
For details about installing and using the CD writing software, refer to the  
documentation that comes with the CD writing software.  
For Macintosh  
Computer (Macintosh with a FireWire port)  
CPU: PowerPC G3, 300 MHz or faster  
RAM: 64 MB or more  
CD-ROM drive  
Note  
The CRW3200IX drive cannot be used to boot the computer or to set up an operating  
system.  
Hard drive space  
Writing data on a CD-R/RW disc requires 50 MB to 100 MB of free space as a  
working area on the hard drive. When writing data on a CD-R/RW disc after  
creating image file, there must be enough free space on the hard drive to store the  
image file in addition to the working area (a total of up to 900 MB).  
However, hard drive space for image file is not required when directly writing  
onto a CD-R/RW disc from hard drive or CD-ROM using the CRW3200IX drive  
(on-the-fly writing).  
Image file  
You can collect the data files to be written on a CD-R/RW disc into a single image file.  
The image file is useful for writing the same data onto multiple discs. For details, refer  
to the documentation that comes with the CD writing software.  
Operating system  
Mac OS 8.6 and 9 to 9.2 (Classic API with Mac OS X is not supported.)  
CD writing software  
The CRW3200IX drive requires CD writing software to write onto a CD-R/RW  
disc. Use the CD writing software that supports the CRW3200IX drive.  
For details about installing and using the CD writing software, refer to the  
documentation that comes with the CD writing software.  
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Preparing the CRW3200IX Drive  
Serial Number  
The serial number is printed on the label on the bottom of your CRW3200IX drive.  
When you have a question about the drive or need user support services, the serial  
number is required.  
Please write the serial number down in the space below. It may be difficult to check  
the serial number after setting up the drive or for any other reason.  
Serial number  
(10 characters: 3 letters +  
7 numbers)  
Serial Number  
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Preparing the CRW3200IX Drive (Windows)  
Set Up the CRW3200IX Drive on Windows  
Note  
Place the CRW3200IX drive horizontally.  
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Remove all IEEE1394 devices connected to the computer, and  
turn on the computer.  
Be sure that the power switch on the rear panel of the  
CRW3200IX drive is turned off (STANDBY), and connect the  
included AC adapter to the DC-IN connector of the drive.  
The arrow on the adapter plug faces to the screw (the left side of the  
connector).  
DC-IN connector  
Screw  
Arrow  
11  
   
3
Connect the included power cable to the AC adapter (G).  
Connect the other end of the power cable to the wall socket  
(G).  
G
Power cable (included)  
G
Note  
Use the included AC adapter only. Do not use other adapters.  
The AC adapter may become warm during use under normal conditions.  
The AC adapter consumes power, shown in the table below, while connected to  
the wall socket even if the power switch of the CRW3200IX drive is turned off.  
Remove the power cable from the wall socket when not using the CRW3200IX  
drive for a prolonged period.  
Power source  
100 V, 120 V  
220 V  
Power consumption  
0.8 W  
0.9 W  
230 V, 240 V  
1.0 W  
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Preparing the CRW3200IX Drive (Windows)  
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Turn on the power switch of the CRW3200IX drive.  
Blinks blue and then  
lights purple  
Note  
When turning on the CRW3200IX drive, be sure that the LED on the front panel  
blinks blue and then lights purple. (P. 3)  
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Connect the CRW3200IX drive and the computer with the  
included IEEE1394 cable.  
Note  
The included IEEE1394 cable has a 6-pin IEEE1394 connector at each end.  
Depending on your computer environment such as a laptop computer with a 4-pin  
type IEEE1394 port, an IEEE1394 cable with a 4-pin IEEE1394 connector at one  
end may be required.  
6-pin IEEE1394  
connector  
4-pin IEEE1394  
connector  
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Connecting to a desktop computer  
IEEE1394 port  
IEEE1394 ports  
CRW3200IX rear panel  
IEEE1394 cable  
Connecting to a laptop computer  
IEEE1394 ports  
IEEE1394  
interface card  
CRW3200IX  
rear panel  
IEEE1394 cable  
Note  
You can connect the IEEE1394 cable to either IEEE1394 port of the  
CRW3200IX drive.  
The IEEE1394 standards define the maximum length of a single IEEE1394  
cable as 4.5 meters.  
To connect multiple IEEE1394 devices, refer to Connecting Multiple  
IEEE1394 Devices.(P. 36)  
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Preparing the CRW3200IX Drive (Windows)  
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Check recognition of the CRW3200IX drive.  
After connecting the CRW3200IX drive to the computer, follow the steps  
below to check that the drive is recognized properly by the computer.  
For Windows 98 Second Edition/Me  
1 Select Start on the task bar, then Settings, Control Panel, System, and  
Device Manager tab. The Device Manager dialog box appears.  
Note  
For Windows Me, if the System icon is not found in the Control Panel  
window, click view all Control Panel options on the left side of the window.  
2 Check that the following icons are shown.  
a: 1394 Bus Controller(Fig.1)  
b: YAMAHA CRW3200Ein the CDROMitem (Fig.1)  
c: SBP2 Compliant IEEE 1394 devicein the SBP2item (Fig.2)  
Figure 1  
a
b
Figure 2 (scroll down)  
c
(This screen is an  
example on  
Windows Me.)  
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For Windows 2000 Professional  
1 Select Start on the task bar, then Settings, Control Panel, System,  
Hardware tab, and Device Manager. The Device Manager dialog box  
appears.  
2 Check that the following icons are shown.  
a: YAMAHA CRW3200IX IEEE 1394 SBP2 Devicein the DVD/CD-  
ROM drivesitem  
b: IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers”  
a
b
For Windows XP  
1 Select Start on the task bar, then Control Panel, System, Hardware tab,  
and Device Manager. The Device Manager dialog box appears.  
Note  
If the System icon is not shown in the Control Panel window, click Switch to  
Classic View on the left side of the window.  
Continued on next page  
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Preparing the CRW3200IX Drive (Windows/Macintosh)  
2 Check that the following icons are shown.  
a: YAMAHA CRW3200IX IEEE 1394 SBP2 Devicein the DVD/CD-  
ROM drivesitem  
b: IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers”  
c: SBP2 Compliant IEEE 1394 devicein the SBP2 IEEE 1394 Devices”  
item  
a
b
c
The drive name is not shown or there is  
or  
mark.  
The CRW3200IX drive has not been recognized properly. Check the cable  
connections and settings.  
7
Install CD writing software.  
Install the CD writing software. For details about how to install CD writing  
software, refer to the documentation that comes with it.  
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Set Up the CRW3200IX Drive on Macintosh  
Note  
Place the CRW3200IX drive horizontally.  
1
2
Follow page 11 – 13, and connect the AC adapter to the  
CRW3200IX drive. Turn on the drive.  
Connect the CRW3200IX drive and the computer with the  
included IEEE1394 cable.  
IEEE1394  
(FireWire) ports  
IEEE1394 ports  
CRW3200IX rear panel  
IEEE1394 cable  
Note  
You can connect the IEEE1394 cable to either IEEE1394 port of the  
CRW3200IX drive.  
The IEEE1394 standards define the maximum length of a single IEEE1394  
cable as 4.5 meters.  
To connect multiple IEEE1394 devices, refer to Connecting Multiple  
IEEE1394 Devices.(P. 36)  
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Preparing the CRW3200IX Drive (Macintosh)  
3
Check recognition of the CRW3200IX drive.  
After connecting the CRW3200IX drive to the computer, follow the steps  
below to check that the drive is recognized by the computer properly.  
1 Select Apple System Profiler from the Apple menu.  
2 Select Devices and Volumes.  
3 fw609eand sbp609e(or drive names in some versions) in the  
FireWirecolumn should be shown when the CRW3200IX drive has  
been recognized properly.  
The FireWire version is shown in this window.  
“sbp609e”  
“fw609e”  
The FireWire version is shown.  
“CRW3200E”  
“fw609e”  
The FireWire version is shown.  
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Note  
In the case that other FireWire storage devices such as a hard drive or an MO  
drive are connected to the computer, fw609eand sbp609eare shown in the  
column when any device is recognized. To check that the CRW3200IX drive is  
recognized properly, un-mount icons of those devices, and then remove those  
devices temporarily.  
If the FireWireitem is not shown, the FireWire interface of the computer is  
not recognized by the Mac OS. Contact the manufacturer of the computer.  
If the fw609eand sbp609e(or drive names in some versions) are not shown  
even with the FireWireitem shown, the CRW3200IX drive is not recognized  
by the Mac OS. In such a case, contact the store of purchase or your nearest  
Yamaha dealer (listed at the back of this manual).  
The FireWire version in Mac OS that supports the CRW3200IX drive is 2.0 or  
later.  
The extension files that support the CRW3200IX drive are required to mount  
and read the disc even if the drive is recognized by Apple System Profiler. The  
extension files come with the CD writing software. For details, refer to the  
documentation that comes with the CD writing software.  
4
Install the CD writing software.  
Install the CD writing software. For details about how to install the CD  
writing software, refer to the documentation that comes with it.  
CRW3200E(device name) corresponding to the CRW3200IX drive (product  
name) will be shown on your CD writing software when the drive is recognized  
by the CD writing software properly.  
For details about how to check recognition of the CRW3200IX drive with the CD  
writing software, refer to documentation that comes with the CD writing software.  
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Connecting/Disconnecting the  
CRW3200IX Drive to/from the Computer  
The CRW3200IX drive can be connected/disconnected while the computer is turned  
on (hot plug).  
However, follow the steps below to disconnect the CRW3200IX drive while the  
computer is turned on.  
1 Quit the writing software and the playback software such as Windows Media  
Player if they are activated.  
2 Be sure to remove any disc from the disc tray.  
3 For Windows Me/2000 Professional, select Unplug or Eject Hardware on the  
task bar and follow the steps on the screen to disconnect the drive.  
For Windows XP, select Safely Remove Hardware on the task bar and follow  
the steps on the screen to disconnect the drive.  
For Macintosh, disconnect the CRW3200IX drive.  
(This screen is an example on Windows Me.)  
Note  
For Windows 98 Second Edition, do not disconnect IEEE1394 device from the  
computer turned on to avoid improper operation.  
Be sure not to disconnect the CRW3200IX drive or connect/disconnect other  
IEEE1394 devices from the computer when writing with the drive.  
Be sure not to turn off the CRW3200IX drive when the drive is connected to the  
computer turned on. The computer or other IEEE1394 devices may not operate  
properly depending on a type of host adapter or a CD writing software.  
Disconnect the CRW3200IX drive from the computer prior to turning off the  
drive.  
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Loading/Ejecting a Disc  
Prior to the operation, check that the CRW3200IX drive is turned on.  
1
Open the disc tray by pressing the eject button.  
Press the eject button  
2
Place the disc onto the disc tray properly with its label facing  
upward.  
Or remove the disc from the disc tray carefully so not to damage it.  
Place or remove the disc  
onto/from the disc tray  
3
Close the disc tray by pressing the eject button or by gently  
pushing the disc tray into the drive.  
Note  
Place or remove the disc after the disc tray has fully opened. Do not push or pull  
the disc tray with applying excessive force to avoid damage to the drive or the  
disc.  
The disc tray does not open while the application software prohibits ejecting,  
including when the drive accesses the disc.  
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Loading/Ejecting a Disc  
Manually Ejecting a Disc  
If the disc tray fails to open for some reason, such as a power failure, follow the  
steps below to remove the disc from the drive.  
Note  
Frequent use of this operation may cause malfunction of the drive.  
1
Prepare a thin pin-like object, such as a straightened paper  
clip.  
Use an object less than 2 mm in diameter and more than 3 cm in length.  
2
3
Turn off the CRW3200IX drive.  
Insert the thin pin-like object straight into the manual eject  
hole, and push it in.  
When the disc tray opens, remove the disc.  
Manual eject hole  
4
Turn on the CRW3200IX drive, and close the disc tray.  
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Troubleshooting  
Refer to the YAMAHA CD-R/RW Drive website for the latest support data,  
including information on troubleshooting.  
YAMAHA CD-R/RW Drive website  
Europe  
1 The CRW3200IX drive is not turned on when the power switch is ON.  
(The front panel LED does not light.)  
G Are the AC adapter and the power cable connected properly?  
Turn off the power switch and check that the CRW3200IX drive, the AC adapter,  
the power cable, and the AC outlet are connected properly. (P. 11, 12)  
If not, connect them properly, and then turn on the CRW3200IX drive.  
If the CRW3200IX is not turned on (the front panel LED does not light) even if they  
are connected properly, contact the store of purchase or your nearest Yamaha dealer  
(listed at the back of this manual).  
2 The operating system does not start up properly.  
G Is the IEEE1394 interface card installed properly?  
Refer to the documentation that comes with the IEEE1394 interface card.  
3 The CRW3200IX drive is not recognized by the operating system.  
(Refer to page 15 for Windows or page 19 for Macintosh to check recognition  
of the CRW3200IX drive.)  
G Are the drive and IEEE1394 interface card connected properly to the computer  
with a proper IEEE1394 cable?  
Turn off the CRW3200IX drive and the computer. Check that the IEEE1394 cable is  
fully connected to the CRW3200IX drive. (P. 13 for Windows, P. 18 for Macintosh)  
G Is the IEEE1394 interface card recognized by the operating system properly?  
Follow the documentation that comes with the IEEE1394 interface card or the  
computer, and check that the IEEE1394 interface card is recognized by the operating  
system properly.  
If the IEEE1394 interface card is recognized, contact the store of purchase or your  
nearest Yamaha dealer (listed at the back of this manual).  
If not, refer to the documentation that comes with the IEEE1394 interface card or the  
computer. If the IEEE1394 interface card is still not recognized, there may be a  
problem with the device driver or elsewhere.  
Contact the manufacturer of the IEEE1394 interface card or the computer.  
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Troubleshooting  
4 The disc tray does not open when you press the eject button.  
G Is the CRW3200IX drive turned on? (Does the LED on the front panel light?)  
Refer to The CRW3200IX drive is not turned on when the power switch is ON.  
(The front panel LED does not light.).(Troubleshooting, Item 1)  
G Is any CD writing software being used?  
Some CD writing software prohibits ejecting while accessing. (If you are using such  
a software program, the disc tray does not open even if the eject button is pressed.)  
In such a case, follow the steps in the software window to eject the disc, or quit the  
CD writing software prior to pressing the eject button.  
G Is the disc icon shown on the screen? (For Macintosh)  
When the disc icon is shown on the screen, the eject button cannot be used. Drag the  
disc icon into the Trash and drop it there to unmount the disc to open the disc tray.  
G Is the disc tray opened when the computer is restarted?  
Quit all running application software, restart your computer, and press the eject  
button of the CRW3200IX drive.  
For Macintosh, when the disc icon is shown on the screen, the eject button cannot be  
used. Drag the disc icon into the Trash and drop it there to unmount the disc to open  
the disc tray.  
G Is the disc tray opened when the IEEE1394 cable is removed from the CRW3200IX  
drive?  
Remove the IEEE1394 cable from the drive while the AC adapter is connected, and  
press the eject button.  
G Turn off the computer and the CRW3200IX drive, and remove the disc following  
Manually Ejecting a Disc.(P. 23)  
If the disc tray is caught in the drive and does not come out, or if it cannot be opened  
or closed using the eject button after it is pulled out manually, contact the store of  
purchase or your nearest Yamaha dealer (listed at the back of this manual).  
5 The disc is ejected without order (or it comes out spontaneously).  
G Is the disc set properly (horizontally) on the disc tray?  
Set the disc properly, and close the disc tray.  
G Is the disc dusty or dirty?  
Remove dust or dirt from the disc using an air spray or a dry soft cloth. To avoid  
damaging discs, wipe the disc gently from the center perpendicular to the edge of the  
disc.  
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G Does the drive accept other discs (audio CD, CD-ROM, blank CD-R disc, etc.)?  
If a specific disc is ejected, the disc itself may be damaged or deformed.  
If all discs are ejected, contact the store of purchase or your nearest Yamaha dealer  
(listed at the back of this manual).  
6 No data can be read from a disc.  
G Is the disc ejected without order?  
Refer to The disc is ejected without order (or it comes out spontaneously).”  
(Troubleshooting, Item 5)  
G Is the disc compatible with the drive? (P. 6, 31)  
Be sure that the disc is compatible with the CRW3200IX drive.  
G Is the disc dusty or dirty?  
Remove dust or dirt from the disc using an air spray or a dry soft cloth. To avoid  
damaging discs, wipe the disc gently from the center perpendicular to the edge of the  
disc.  
G Can data be read from other discs (audio CD, CD-ROM, etc.)?  
If no data can be read from a specific disc, data may be written in a format that the  
drive cannot recognize, or the disc itself may be damaged or deformed. Note that no  
data can be read from blank discs, and the CRW3200IX drive infrequently fail to  
read data correctly from a disc even if the disc is compatible with the drive.  
G Are the extension files supporting the CRW3200IX installed? (For Macintosh)  
If the extension files supporting the drive are not installed, the disc cannot be  
mounted or read. The extension files come with the CD writing software.  
For details, refer to the documentation that comes with the CD writing software.  
G Does the LED on the front panel of the CRW3200IX drive light correctly when a  
disc is inserted?  
When a disc is inserted, the LED will blink blue for a moment and then light blue.  
(P. 3)  
If no data can be read from a specific disc, data may be written in a format that the  
drive cannot recognize, or the disc may be damaged or deformed.  
If the LED on the front panel remains purple (stating that the drive cannot recognize  
the disc) no matter what type of disc is inserted, contact the store of purchase or your  
nearest Yamaha dealer (listed at the back of this manual).  
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Troubleshooting  
7 The playback of an audio CD (CD-DA) cannot be heard.  
Check that the volume is not set to the minimum level.  
Be sure that headphones or external speakers are properly connected to the  
CRW3200IX drive.  
For Windows Me/XP, change the settings as follows. (If Windows Media Player 7.0  
or later is used with Windows Me/XP, this problem can happen since the digital  
playback option is activated by default setting.)  
For Windows Me  
1 In the Device Manager dialog box (P. 15), select YAMAHA CRW3200E  
Properties and then Properties tab.  
2 Uncheck the Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM devicein the Digital  
CD Playbackitem.  
Uncheck  
(This screen is an example  
on Windows Me.)  
3 Start Windows Media Player.In the menu bar, select Tools, Options and CD  
Audio tab.  
4 Uncheck the Digital playbackin the Playback Settingsitem.  
Uncheck  
(This screen is an  
example on Windows  
Media Player 7.0.)  
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For Windows XP  
1 Follow page 27 For Windows Me, and uncheck the Enable digital CD audio  
for this CD-ROM device.”  
2 Start Windows Media Player.In the menu bar, select Tools, Options, Devices  
tab, CD-RW Drive, and Properties.  
3 Select Analogin the Playbackitem.  
Select  
(This screen is an  
example on Windows  
Media Player 8.0.)  
8 No data can be read from any CDs, a disc is ejected spontaneously, or the  
LED remains purple when a disc is inserted. (The LED does not change from  
lighting purple to blinking blue and then lighting blue.) (P. 3)  
Disconnect the IEEE1394 cable from your drive while the AC adapter is connected.  
Insert the disc once again. If a specific disc is automatically ejected or cannot be  
read, the disc itself may have a problem. If the drive does not accept any compatible  
discs (and the LED remains purple), contact the store of purchase or your nearest  
Yamaha dealer (listed at the back of this manual).  
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Troubleshooting  
9 The error message Buffer Underrunis shown.  
If your CD writing software supports Buffer Underrun Protection, you must activate  
it. For details, refer to the documentation that comes with your CD writing software.  
To prevent the occurrence of a buffer underrun and to increase the efficiency of data  
writing, try the following:  
Reduce the data writing speed.  
Create an image file on the hard drive.  
Optimize the hard drive. (Defragmentation)  
Do not start any application software including screen savers during data writing.  
Deactivate the power management for the hard drive.  
Set the data transfer mode of any IDE device such as a hard drive or CD-ROM  
drive to DMA.”  
Deactivate Windows Active Desktop.  
Quit all memory-resident software programs.  
Check your CD writing software settings with the documentation that comes with  
it.  
Note  
If there is an IEEE1394 device with lower data transfer speed connected between the  
computer and the CRW3200IX drive, the data transfer between those two will be  
slowed, which may cause failure in writing a disc.  
A writing error may happen if the drive is vibrated while data is being written on a  
CD-R or a CD-RW disc.  
10 Other problems  
G Isnt more than one CD writing software installed in your computer?  
Installing more than one CD writing software in a computer may cause instability of  
operation.  
G CD writing software must support the CRW3200IX drive in order to recognize the  
drive.  
Contact the manufacturer of your CD writing software to see whether the software  
supports the CRW3200IX drive.  
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Firmware  
Firmware refers to the operating software designed for your CD-R/RW drive. It is  
stored in the drives flash memory so that it can be rewritten.  
To enhance operation reliability, Yamaha continues improving the firmware and  
makes updates available on the internet. You can find information about the latest  
firmware at the following websites.  
YAMAHA CD-R/RW Drive website  
Europe  
These websites contain the latest YAMAHA CD-R/RW drive user support  
information including information about the firmware.  
Refer to the website regularly to check the latest information.  
Checking the firmware version in the CRW3200IX drive  
For Windows 98 Second Edition/Me  
In the Device Manager dialog box (P. 15), select YAMAHA CRW3200E to  
display the YAMAHA CRW3200E Properties dialog box, and then select the  
Settings tab.  
The revision number shown  
here varies depending on the  
version of the firmware in the  
drive as set at default.  
(This screen is an example  
on Windows Me.)  
For Windows 2000 Professional/XP  
The firmware version cannot be shown with Device Manager dialog box. Check the  
firmware version with the CD writing software. For details about how to use the  
software, refer to the documentation that comes with it.  
For Macintosh  
Check the firmware version with the CD writing software. For details about how to  
use the software, refer to the documentation that comes with it.  
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CRW3200IX Drive Specifications  
Supported Formats  
Write  
G
Read  
G
Play back *4  
CD-DA  
G
G
G
G
CD TEXT  
CD-ROM *1  
G
G
G
G
Mixed Mode CD-ROM  
(CD-ROM+CD-DA)  
G
G
CD-ROM XA *1  
Photo CD *1  
Video CD  
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
*2 *3  
GG  
G
*3  
CD-i  
CD EXTRA *1  
G
GG  
G
G
*1  
includes multisession  
proper disc required  
proper application software required  
proper application software may be required depending on the format  
*2  
*3  
*4  
Writing Methods  
Disc-at-Once (DAO)  
Session-at-Once (SAO)  
Track-at-Once (TAO)  
Packet Writing  
Audio Master Quality Recording (High quality audio writing  
mode)  
CD-MRW (CD Mount Rainier ReWriting)  
Writing/Reading  
Speed  
Writing CD-R  
1X, 2X, 4X, 8X, 12X, 16X (CLV),  
24X (18X 24X Partial CAV)  
CD-RW 2X, 4X, 8X, 10X (CLV),  
4X 10X Full CAV (Packet writing)  
Reading 40X (max.) Full CAV  
Note) DATA: 40X (max.)  
CD-DA: 40X (max.) in audio extraction  
CD-DA: 1X only in audio playback  
Video CD: 10X (max.)  
Session closed disc: 40X (max.)  
Session unclosed disc: 12X (max.)  
CD-R  
1X, 2X, 4X, 8X, 12X, 16X, 24X (18X 24X Partial CAV)  
writing: CD-R discs specified in Orange Book Part 2, Ver. 3.1.  
Note) Use a CD-R disc that matches the writing speed.  
CD-RW 2X or 4X writing:  
Orange Book Part 3, Vol.1, Ver. 2.0-compliant discs  
4X, 8X, 10X, 4X 10X Full CAV (Packet writing) writing:  
Orange Book Part 3, Vol.2, Ver. 1.0-compliant discs  
Note) For 2X writing, Orange Book Part 3, Vol.1, Ver. 1.0-  
compliant discs can be used.  
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Data Capacity  
700 MB (79 min.)  
650 MB (74 min.)  
550 MB (63 min.)  
Maximum Recording Time  
in Audio Master Quality  
Recording  
68 min. (with a 700 MB disc)  
63 min. (with a 650 MB disc)  
Data Transfer Rate  
(Mode 1)  
1X: 150 KB/sec.  
2X: 300 KB/sec.  
4X: 600 KB/sec.  
8X: 1,200 KB/sec.  
10X: 1,500 KB/sec.  
12X: 1,800 KB/sec.  
16X: 2,400 KB/sec.  
24X: 3,600 KB/sec.  
32X: 4,800 KB/sec.  
40X: 6,000 KB/sec.  
Interface  
IEEE1394-a compliant, 400 Mbps  
Two 6-pin connectors (power not supplied to connectors [port])  
Data Buffer Size  
Average Access Time  
Sector Size  
8 MB (3,176 sectors)  
130 msec. (random access)  
2,048 – 2,448 bytes  
Installing Style  
Disc Loading Type  
Audio Out  
Horizontal  
Front auto-loading tray loading  
Line Out specifications  
• Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz  
• Output level: 700 mVrms  
Power Consumption  
18 W (writing/playback)  
7 W (standby)  
Operating Environment  
Temperature: +5 – +35 ºC  
Humidity: 25 – 80% RH (no condensation)  
Dimensions  
(includes projection)  
Width: 164.0 mm  
Height: 56.0 mm  
Depth: 265.0 mm  
Mass  
1.6 kg  
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CRW3200IX Drive Specifications  
AC adapter (AD-301205)  
Rated Input Voltage  
Rated Input Current  
Rated Output Voltage  
Rated Output Current  
Terminal Output Polarity  
100 – 240 V AC  
1.0 A or less  
+5 V, +12 V DC  
1.5 A  
1: +12 V DC  
2: GND  
3: +5 V DC  
4: GND  
5: +5 V DC  
2
4
5
1
3
Operating Environment  
Temperature: +5 – +35 ºC  
Humidity: 25 – 80% RH (no condensation)  
Dimensions  
Width: 79.5 mm  
Height: 32.0 mm  
Depth: 147.0 mm  
(includes projection)  
Mass  
0.43 kg (approx.)  
(includes the power cable)  
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Safety/EMC Compliance  
The CRW3200IX drive conforms to the following specifications.  
Compliance Specifications  
Country/  
Region  
Remarks  
Category  
Item  
Standard  
USA  
Safety  
Electricity UL60950  
Information Technology  
Equipment  
Laser  
21CFR1040.10  
Class I Laser Product  
FDA Chapter 1,  
Subchapter J  
EMC  
Emission 47CFR15  
FCC Part 15, Subpart B  
Peripheral Device  
Canada  
EU  
Safety  
Electricity CSA C22.2  
No. 60950  
Information Technology  
Equipment  
EMC  
Emission ICES-003  
Electricity EN60950  
Class B Digital Device  
Safety  
Information Technology  
Equipment  
Laser  
EN60825  
Class 1 Laser Product  
EMC  
Emission EN55022  
Class B Information  
Technology Equipment  
Immunity EN55024  
EN61000-3-2  
EN61000-3-3  
Australia  
EMC  
Emission AS/NZ 3548  
Class B Information  
Technology Equipment  
New Zealand  
Safety  
EMC  
Electricity Electrical Appliance  
and Material Safety  
Japan  
Emission VCCI  
Class B Information  
Technology Equipment  
Note that the specifications of the CRW3200IX drive are subject to change without  
notice due to improvements.  
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Technical Notes  
IEEE1394  
IEEE1394 is a global standard approved by Institute of Electrical and Electronics  
Engineers (IEEE). The serial interface has a broad bandwidth and is fast enough to  
transfer large amounts of digital video and audio data bi-directionally between  
electronic devices including computer peripherals. Defined as FireWire or i.LINK,  
the IEEE1394 interface enables units to transfer data or various controls over a  
single IEEE1394 cable. IEEE1394 enables a daisy-chain of devices (serial  
connection) to transfer data between any two devices in the chain. IEEE1394 also  
supports a tree (parallel) connection of devices. In addition to this flexibility,  
IEEE1394 also eliminates the need for complicated settings such as device ID and  
termination as found with SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) type interfaces.  
As of this writing, IEEE1394 supports three different data transfer rates: 100 Mbps,  
200 Mbps, and 400 Mbps.  
Buffer Underrun Protection Function  
CD-R/RW drives are equipped with a buffer memory, which temporarily stores data  
that is being transferred. When the buffer memory becomes empty due to a delay of  
data transfer for any reason, a writing error happens. Such condition is defined as  
buffer underrun, and such an error is defined as a buffer underrun error.  
Buffer Underrun Protection is featured in the CRW3200IX drive.  
When buffer underrun almost happens, Buffer Underrun Protection temporarily  
suspends the writing process. Writing resumes when enough data has accumulated  
in the buffer memory. Buffer Underrun Protection in the CRW3200IX drive is  
extremely accurate, resulting in seamless recording before and after suspension.  
Test writing  
Test writing is a function to check for the possible occurrence of buffer underrun in your  
computer environment. When Buffer Underrun Protection of the CD writing software is  
activated, the test writing function cannot be operated. Buffer Underrun Protection  
should be deactivated to operate the test writing function.  
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Connecting Multiple IEEE1394 Devices  
The following describes how to connect multiple IEEE1394 devices including the  
CRW3200IX drive to the computer.  
Connecting in a daisy-chain  
This method is used to connect in series multiple IEEE1394 devices to one  
IEEE1394 port. Up to 17 IEEE1394 devices (including the host adapter) can be  
connected through one channel.  
A single daisy-chain can contain up to 17 devices including  
the host adapter.  
CRW3200IX  
A maximum single cable length:  
4.5 m  
Connecting in a tree  
This method is used to connect in branches multiple IEEE1394 devices through the  
device, host adapter for example, with more than two IEEE1394 ports. Up to 63  
IEEE1394 devices (including the host adapter) can be connected.  
CRW3200IX  
A
B
A maximum single  
cable length: 4.5 m  
C
Each path (A-B, A-C, B-C) can contain up to 17 devices including the host adapter.  
An entire system can contain up to 63 devices including the host adapter.  
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Technical Notes  
Note on Connecting IEEE1394 Devices  
Connect the CRW3200IX drive directly to the computer.  
If there is an IEEE1394 device with lower data transfer speed connected between  
the computer and the CRW3200IX drive, the data transfer between those two will  
be slowed, which may cause failure in writing a disc.  
The IEEE1394 ports on the CRW3200IX drive have 6-pin connectors, but do not  
supply power (IEEE1394 bus power).  
Be sure not to connect the devices with closed-loop as follows.  
Writing Methods  
Disc-at-Once (DAO)  
This method is used to write all data onto a disc in one operation. It writes multiple  
pieces of data without placing a space between data, starting with the innermost  
track of the disc. Once data is written by this method, no data can be added to the  
same disc even if there is free space available on the disc. This method is useful for  
making a backup copy of an entire disc.  
Track-at-Once (TAO)  
This method is used to write data on a disc on a track-by-track basis. A track can be  
defined as the smallest unit of area that contains an ordinary program, image file,  
text file, etc. This method enables you to add data to the same disc, one track of data  
at a time, as long as there is free space available on the disc. A disc that contains data  
written in several sessions is defined as a multi-session disc. An area that records  
data and management information (Lead-in/Lead-out) is defined as a session. Lead-  
in and Lead-out are signals written for stating the starting and ending points of one  
session.  
Note  
Ordinary audio CD players can only play back single-session discs or the first session on  
a multi-session disc. Do not record audio data on the second and subsequent sessions.  
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Session-at-Once (SAO)  
This method is used to write data on a disc on a session-by-session basis. Unlike  
Track-at-Once described above, Session-at-Once enables you to record multiple  
tracks onto a disc at a time. CD EXTRA, for example, uses this method to write  
multiple pieces of audio data (or multiple tracks) in the first session and information  
required for computers in the second session. This method enables you to add data  
into the same disc, one session at a time, as long as there is free space available on  
the disc. A disc that contains data written in several sessions by this method is  
defined as a multi-session disc, like a disc written by the Track-at-Once method.  
Packet Writing  
This method is used to record data onto a disc on a file-by-file basis. This method  
divides a track into small segments called packetsso that data can be written on a  
packet-by-packet basis, which means that you can write data in much the same way  
as you copy data to a floppy or hard drive. Since the data can be written easily,  
packet writing is proper to daily data backup. Packet writing also enables you to add  
packets to a disc as long as there is free space available on the disc.  
Note  
Discs need to be formatted for packet writing prior to use.  
Formatting a CD-RW disc using packet writing software reduces its storage capacity  
by about 100 MB since packet writing requires exclusive space for itself.  
For CD-R discs, deleting data means masking data but not actually removing data.  
Therefore, actual free space in a CD-R never be increased even if data is deleted.  
Audio Master Quality Recording (High quality audio writing mode)  
This method enables you to record high quality data that can be played back with the  
1.4 m/s linear velocity.  
Note  
Audio Master Quality Recording (High quality audio writing mode) is enabled with  
the 4X speed Disc-at-Once writing method.  
Maximum recording time is 63 minutes for a 650 MB CD-R disc and 68 minutes for a  
700 MB CD-R disc.  
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Technical Notes  
CD-MRW (CD Mount Rainier ReWriting)  
This method is a new standard of packet writing for a CD-RW disc and supports  
defect control by the drive, background formatting, and disc ejecting during  
formatting. It enables you to use a CD-RW disc like a floppy disk.  
Note  
Formatting a CD-RW disc using CD-MRW reduces its storage capacity by about 150 MB  
since CD-MRW itself requires exclusive disc space.  
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Distributors and Head Offices / Vertriebs- und Hauptgeschäftsstelle  
Distributeurs et sièges sociaux / Distribuidores y Casas matrices  
If you have any questions, please contact the store of purchase or your nearest Yamaha dealer  
listed below. Contact Yamaha Corporation Japan from outside of the listed countries.  
Falls Sie weitere Fragen haben, wenden Sie sich an Ihren Fachhändler oder den örtlichen  
Yamaha-Händler (eine Liste der Yamaha-Händler befindet sich am Ende dieses Handbuchs).  
Aus anderen Ländern als den aufgeführten wenden Sie sich an Yamaha Corporation Japan.  
Si vous avez des questions à poser, veuillez prendre contact avec le magasin où vous avez fait  
l’achat de l’appareil ou un revendeur de matériel Yamaha le plus proche de votre domicile  
parmi ceux énumérés ci-dessous. Prenez contact avec Yamaha Corporation Japan si vous ne  
vous trouvez pas dans un des pays mentionnés:  
Si tiene alguna duda, póngase en contacto con el establecimiento de adquisición o con su  
representante Yamaha más cercano indicado a continuación. En caso de países no  
contemplados en la lista, póngase en contacto con Yamaha Corporation Japan:  
EUROPE, EASTERN EUROPE and  
RUSSIA  
AUSTRALIA  
Yamaha Music Australia Pty., Ltd.  
Level 1, 99 Queensbridge Street  
Southbank, Victoria 3006  
AUSTRALIA  
Yamaha Elektronik Europa GmbH  
IT-Sales Division  
Siemensstrasse 22-34,  
D-25462 Rellingen, GERMANY  
TEL: +61 3 9693 5111  
FAX: +61 3 9699 2332  
TEL: +80092624222  
SINGAPORE, MALAYSIA, KOREA,  
THAILAND, PHILIPPINES, INDIA,  
VIETNAM, CAMBODIA,  
MYANMAR, INDONESIA and IRAN  
Yamaha Electronics Asia Pte Ltd.  
138 Cecil Street  
(AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, DENMARK, FINLAND,  
FRANCE, GERMANY, HUNGARY, ICELAND,  
IRELAND, ITALY, LUXEMBOURG,  
NETHERLANDS, NORWAY, PORTUGAL, SPAIN,  
SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND, UNITED KINGDOM)  
TEL: +80093067  
(MONACO)  
#05-02/03 Cecil Court, Singapore 069538 SINGAPORE  
TEL: +65 223 3992  
FAX: +65 223 9810  
If you are calling from outside the countries mentioned  
above, or if you can’t get through on the Yamaha toll-  
free number, use the following number instead:  
TAIWAN  
TEL: +3214400793  
Yamaha KHS Music Co., Ltd.  
11F, No.150, Tun Hua North Rd.  
Taipei,TAIWAN R.O.C.  
TEL: +886 2 2713 8999  
FAX: +886 2 2713 8666  
U.S.A.  
Yamaha Electronics Corporation, USA  
6660 Orangethorpe Avenue,  
Buena Park, CA 90620, U.S.A.  
TEL: +1 714 522 9105  
FAX: +1 714 670 0108  
JAPAN  
Yamaha Corporation  
AV & IT Business Group  
CANADA  
Overseas Sales & Marketing Division  
10-1 Nakazawa-cho, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka-ken  
430-8650, JAPAN  
TEL: +81 53 460 3411  
FAX: +81 53 467 2110  
Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.  
135 Milner Avenue, Scarborough,  
Ontario M1S 3R1, CANADA  
TEL: +1 416 298 5664  
FAX: +1 416 292 0732  

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