EXP Computer Portable CD-ROM User manual

20X Max

Portable CD-ROM Drive

User's Guide

OPTIONS

by IBM

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Contents

Safety: Read First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v

About This Book ........................ vi

Part 1: Quick Installation Guide ................................................ 1-1

Part 2: User's Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Installing the Drive ...................... 2-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

External Connectors of the Drive ............... 2-3

Indicator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Handling Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Step 1. Connecting the Power Source ............ 2-6

Connecting the AC Adapter .................. 2-6

Installing the Ni-Cd Battery Pack ............... 2-8

Charging the Ni-Cd Battery Pack ............... 2-9

Installing Alkaline Batteries ................. 2-10

Step 2. Connecting the Drive ................ 2-12

Step 3. Installing the Device Driver ............ 2-13

DOS or Windows 3.11 .................... 2-14

Windows 95 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Windows NT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

OS/2 Warp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Step 4. Completing the Installation ............ 2-24

Using the Drive ....................... 2-25

Inserting and Removing the Disk .............. 2-25

Changing Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27

Mounting the Speakers (Stereo Model Only) ......... 2-28

Using the CD-ROM Drive .................. 2-30

Using the CD-ROM Drive as an External CD Player .... 2-32

Using the CD-ROM Drive as a Stand-Alone Audio CD Player 2-33

Using Sound Functions (Stereo Model Only) ......... 2-34

Maintaining the Drive .................... 2-36

 Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 iii

Part 3: Appendixes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Appendix A. Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Appendix B. Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Appendix C. Problem Solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

Appendix D. Help and Service Information ........ 3-14

Step 1: Problem Solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

Step 2: Preparing for the Call ................ 3-14

Step 3: Placing the Call to IBM ............... 3-15

Appendix E. Product Warranty and Notices ....... 3-16

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

Electronic Emission Notices ................. 3-20

iv 20X Max Portable CD-ROM Drive

Safety: Read First

v

About This Book

This book describes how to install the 20X Max Portable CD-ROM

Drive and how to use it. This book is divided into three parts:

 Part 1 contains abbreviated installation instructions in the

following languages:

 Part 2 contains:

– Product description

– Illustrations of product features

– Detailed installation instructions

– Detailed instructions for use of the CD-ROM drive

 Part 3 contains:

– Product specifications

– Problem solving

– Help and service information

– Warranty, notices and trademarks

Note: This option comes in two models: a basic model, and a stereo

model which adds PCM/MIDI sound capability and has a set of stereo

speakers. The two models cannot be interchanged.

This book describes each model. Before continuing, check to see

which model you have.

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vi 20X Max Portable CD-ROM Drive

Part 1: Quick Installation Guide

The following is an overview of the CD-ROM drive installation

instructions. For more detailed instructions, go to “Part 2: User's

Guide” on page 2-1.

In addition to this manual, the option package contains:

 Base model or stereo model of the CD-ROM drive

 PCMCIA card

 AC adapter

 Power cord for the AC adapter

 Interface cable

 Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery pack

 Option Diskette

Additional items for the stereo model only:

 Left and right speakers

 2 speaker cables

 2 speaker clips

If any item in the option package is missing or damaged, contact your

place of purchase. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase; it might

be required to receive warranty service.

You can use the following illustrations to locate external connectors

and controls on both models.

Top

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.1/ Disk cover .8/ Play/pause button

.2/ Speaker jack (right)

(stereo model only)

.9/ Stop button

.3/ Open button .1ð/ Skip button (forward)

.4/ Line output jack .11/ Skip button (backward)

.5/ Headphone jack .12/ Indicator panel

.6/ Lock button .13/ Mode selection button

.7/ Volume control .14/ Battery cover

 Copyright IBM Corp. 1997

1-1

Bottom

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Installing the Drive

For your computer to be compatible with the 20X Max Portable

CD-ROM Drive, it must include the following:

 PC Card Type II slot

 3.5-inch diskette drive

 One of the following operating systems installed:

– DOS 5.0 or later

– Windows 3.11

– Windows 95

– Windows NT 3.51 or 4.0

– OS/2 Warp V3 or V4

 If you have DOS or Windows 3.11, you need one of the

following PCMCIA card support software packages:

– IBM (PlayAtWill)

– Phoenix Technology

– SystemSoft

To install the CD-ROM drive and its device drivers:

1 Select a power source for the CD-ROM drive: AC adapter,

Ni-Cd battery pack (rechargeable battery pack), or six AA

alkaline batteries.

.1/ Power input jack .5/ Line input jack

(stereo model only)

.2/ Game port connector .6/ Speaker jack (left)

(stereo model only)

.3/ Interface connector .7/ Power switch

.4/ Microphone jack

(stereo model only)

1-2 20X Max Portable CD-ROM Drive

Attention

Be sure to insert and remove the interface cable and PC

Card carefully. The connectors on the interface cable are

designed to be inserted in only one position; they cannot be

inserted upside down. If you try to insert the connectors

upside down, you might damage them. Make sure that the

pins on the cable connectors are aligned with the holes in

the interface connectors. If they are not aligned and you

force the connection, you might damage the connectors.

Also, if you use excessive force when inserting the PC

Card, you might damage the card or your computer.

2 Make sure that your computer and the CD-ROM drive are

turned off. Squeeze both sides of the large connector on the

interface cable, and connect it to the end of the PC Card.

Squeeze both sides of the small connector on the interface

cable, and connect it to the CD-ROM drive interface

connector.3/ (Bottom view). Plug the PC Card into an

available PC Card slot on your computer.

3 Turn on the computer and turn on the CD-ROM drive by

moving the power switch.7/ (Bottom view) to the ON position.

4 Install the device drivers.

a. If you are using DOS or Windows 3.11:

1) For DOS: Insert the Option Diskette into drive A. At

the DOS prompt type a:\install, then follow the

instructions on the screen. When installation

completes, restart DOS.

2) For Windows 3.11: Insert the Option Diskette into

drive A. Using File Manager, go to the File menu,

select Run, then type a:\install on the command line.

You will be prompted to choose one of two

installation options.

Automatic installation

The setup program will automatically install

the required software into your computer.

Selective installation

The setup program installs the required

software into your computer after you

specify the following items:

 Software installation destination

 Installation destination directory name

 IRQ number

 I/O base address

3) If you have Windows 3.11 and are installing the audio

device driver:

a) Insert the Option Diskette into drive A. Use File

Manager to locate setup.exe, then double-click on

it.

b) Run Install Driver and Install Application

according to the instructions on the screen. Then

restart your computer.

Part 1: Quick Installation Guide 1-3

b. If you are using Windows 95: Turn on the computer.

Windows 95 recognizes a new drive and displays the New

Hardware window. Click on OK and follow the

instructions given in the dialog boxes. When the

installation process completes, restart Windows 95.

c. If you are using OS/2 Warp 3:

1) For the base model, insert the Option Diskette into

drive A. On your desktop, double-click on the OS/2

System folder, then on System Setup, then on Device

Driver Install. Click on Install and follow the

instructions on the screen. When the installation

process completes, shut down and restart OS/2.

2) For the stereo model:

a) Verify that the IBM Multimedia Presentation

Manager/2 (MMPM/2) is installed on your

computer.

b) Insert the Option Diskette into drive A. On your

desktop, double-click on the OS/2 System folder,

then on System Setup, then on Device Driver

Install. Click on Install and follow the

instructions. Shut down the system and restart

OS/2.

c) Insert the Option Diskette in drive A. Locate

Drive A using your file manager. When you

have done so, double-click on MINSTALL.EXE.

Select 20X Max Portable CD-ROM Drive, click

on Install, and follow the instructions. When the

installation process completes, shut down and

restart OS/2.

d. If you are using OS/2 Warp 4:

1) For the base model, insert the Option Diskette into

drive A. On your desktop, double-click on the OS/2

System folder, then on System Setup, then on

Install/Remove, then on Device Driver Install. Click

on Install and follow the instructions on the screen.

When the installation process completes, shut down

and restart OS/2.

2) For the stereo model:

a) Verify that the IBM Multimedia Presentation

Manager/2 (MMPM/2) is installed on your

computer.

b) Insert the Option Diskette into drive A. On your

desktop, double-click on the OS/2 System folder,

then on System Setup, then on Install/Remove,

then on Device Driver Install. Click on Install

and follow the instructions. Shut down the

system and restart OS/2.

c) Insert the Option Diskette in drive A. Locate

Drive A using your file manager. When you

have done so, double-click on MINSTALL.EXE.

Select 20X Max Portable CD-ROM Drive, click

on Install, and follow the instructions. When the

installation process completes, shut down and

restart OS/2.

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e. If you are using Windows NT:

1) For version 3.51:

a) Insert the Option Diskette into drive A.

b) Open the Main window, then open Windows NT

Setup.

c) Click on Add/Remove SCSI Adapters, click on

Add, then click on OK.

d) Select Other (Requires a disk from a hardware

manufacturer). Make sure that drive A has been

selected; then click on OK.

e) Check to make sure that 20X Max Portable

CD-ROM Drive is displayed, then click on OK.

f) Click on Install, then follow the instructions

given on your screen.

2) For version 4.0:

a) Insert the Option Diskette into drive A.

b) Open My Computer on your desktop, then click

on SCSI Adapter.

c) Select the Driver tab, then click on Add.

d) Click on Have disk in the Install Driver

window. Check to make sure that drive A is

selected, then click on OK.

e) Click on OK in the Install Driver window, and

follow the instructions given on your screen.

Attention

For Ni-Cd Battery Pack Disposal: Dispose of the battery as

required by local ordinances or regulations. In the United States,

call 1-800-IBM-4333 for disposal information.

Part 1: Quick Installation Guide 1-5

Part 2: User's Guide

Installing the Drive

Introduction

When used as a CD-ROM drive, the 20X Max Portable CD-ROM

Drive can operate at up to either 10 times the speed of an audio CD

player (power-saving mode), or 20 times the speed of an audio CD

player (normal mode). You can use the CD-ROM drive connected to

your computer, or as a portable audio CD player. The drive comes in

two models:

 Base model

The base model is a portable CD-ROM drive that does not

include an audio device driver or speakers. To hear sound with

the base model, you must supply your own headphones or

external speakers, and your computer must have an audio device

driver previously installed.

 Stereo model

The stereo model is a portable CD-ROM drive that includes an

audio device driver, PCM/MIDI sound capability, and removable

speakers.

The illustrations in this manual can be used to locate controls and

external connectors on both models.

The drive has three power source options: AC adapter,

Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery pack, and alkaline batteries (available

at stores).

In addition to this manual, the option package contains:

 Base model or stereo model of the CD-ROM drive

 PCMCIA card

 AC adapter

 Power cord for the AC adapter

 Interface cable

 Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery pack

 Option Diskette

Additional items for the stereo model only:

 Left and right speakers

 2 speaker cables

 2 speaker clips

If any item in the option package is missing or damaged, contact your

place of purchase. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase; it might

be required to receive warranty service.

 Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 2-1

The following illustrations show the top and bottom views of the

drive, identifying the connectors and controls.

Top

1

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

2

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Bottom

1

4

5

6

7

2

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.1/ Power input jack .5/ Line input jack

(stereo model only)

.2/ Game port connector .6/ Speaker jack (left)

(stereo model only)

.1/ Disk cover .8/ Play/pause button

.2/ Speaker jack (right)

(stereo model only)

.9/ Stop button

.3/ Interface connector .7/ Power switch

.4/ Microphone jack

(stereo model only)

.3/ Open button .1ð/ Skip button (forward)

.4/ Line output jack .11/ Skip button (backward)

.5/ Headphone jack .12/ Indicator panel

.6/ Lock button .13/ Mode selection button

.7/ Volume control .14/ Battery cover

2-2 20X Max Portable CD-ROM Drive

The following illustrations show the additional accessories which come

with the stereo model.

Accessories (Stereo Model Only)

Stop

Removable speaker

Cable jack

Speaker clip

External Connectors of the Drive

You can use the CD-ROM drive to read data CDs or play audio CDs.

These functions are described in “Using the Drive” on page 2-25.

The drive's external connectors (refer to the illustrations on page 2-2)

allow you to:

 Send an audio signal to an external audio system using the line

out jack.4/ (Top view).

 Connect headphones using the headphone jack.5/ (Top view).

 Connect a joystick or gamepad using the game port connector.2/

(Bottom view) to play games on the stereo model.

 Feed the audio signal into the drive using the line input jack.5/

(Bottom view) on the stereo model, so that you can:

– Listen to the sound on the drive speakers.

– Route the signal to the computer for recording digital audio

files.

 Connect a microphone using the microphone jack.5/ (Bottom

view) on the stereo model, so that you can:

– Hear the sound through the speakers.

– Route the audio signal to the computer for recording digital

audio files.

 Route the audio signal or digital data from the drive to the

computer through the interface connector.3/ (Bottom view).

On the stereo model, the speakers do not operate when headphones are

connected to the headphone jack.5/ (Top view).

Part 2: User's Guide 2-3

Indicator Panel

Use the indicator panel to determine the operational state of the

CD-ROM drive. The following illustration shows the position of each

indicator on the display panel when the indicator is active. The table

shows the meaning of each indicator.

1

4 5

2 3

No. Indicator Description

.5/ On The number of the track being

played.

Flashing The track being played is paused.

High (normal mode) is indicated when the speed

is up to 20 times that of an ordinary audio CD

player.

Low (power saving mode) is indicated when the

speed is up to 10 times that of an ordinary audio

CD player.

No. Indicator Description

.1/ On The battery is charged.

Flashing The battery is low.

.2/ The battery is being charged. This indicator

disappears when charging is completed. (For more

information, see “Installing the Ni-Cd Battery

Pack” on page 2-8.)

.3/ The CD-ROM drive is in use.

.4/ Power is on.

2-4 20X Max Portable CD-ROM Drive

Installation Requirements

For your computer to be compatible with the 20X Max Portable

CD-ROM Drive, it must include the following:

 PC Card Type II slot

 3.5-inch diskette drive

 One of the following operating systems installed:

– DOS 5.0 or later

– Windows 3.11

– Windows 95

– Windows NT 3.51 or 4.0

– OS/2 Warp V3 or V4

 If you have DOS or Windows 3.11, you need one of the

following PCMCIA card support software packages:

– IBM (PlayAtWill)

– Phoenix Technology

– SystemSoft

Note

The stereo model sound function might not be available on some

computers.

Handling Instructions

Read these instructions to preserve and care for the CD-ROM drive:

 Use only the AC adapter in the options package with the drive.

Only use the Ni-Cd battery pack that comes with the CD-ROM

drive. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or

regulations. In the United States, call 1-800-IBM-4333 for

disposal information.

 Do not hold the drive by the CD cover when the cover is open.

 Do not hold the drive by the speakers (stereo model only).

 Do not expose the drive to:

– High temperature or direct sunlight

– Excessive dust

– Excessive vibration or sudden shock

– Abrupt changes in temperature (condensation might develop)

– High humidity (this might affect proper operation)

 Do not press hard on the cover or stack objects on the drive.

 Do not use a strong solution such as benzene or thinner to clean

the drive. The solvent causes deformation or discoloration.

Part 2: User's Guide 2-5

Use the following steps to connect and install the software for the

CD-ROM drive. Refer to the illustrations of the top and bottom of the

drive (page 2-2) to identify the external connectors and controls.

Step 1. Connecting the Power Source

Select a power source to operate the CD-ROM drive:

 AC adapter connected to a power outlet

 Ni-Cd battery pack

 Six AA alkaline batteries

This step also includes Ni-Cd battery pack recharging instructions.

Connecting the AC Adapter

To use the AC Adapter, do the following:

1 Make sure that the power switch of the CD-ROM drive is off.

Power Switch

Off

On

Attention

Do not use an AC Adapter other than the one provided. If

you do, you might damage the CD-ROM drive.

2-6 20X Max Portable CD-ROM Drive

2 Connect the AC Adapter to the CD-ROM drive.

To DC IN 10V

3 Connect the AC Adapter to a power outlet.

4 Turn on the power switch of the CD-ROM drive.

Part 2: User's Guide 2-7

Installing the Ni-Cd Battery Pack

To use the battery pack, follow these steps:

1 Make sure that the power switch of the CD-ROM drive is off.

2 Open the battery cover by gently pushing the two protruding

clips as shown.

3 Slide the battery pack into the drive.

The positive end (+) of each battery has a protrusion. This end

should be opposite the springs.

Attention

Do not insert the battery pack into the CD-ROM drive with

the polarity reversed.

Install the battery pack with the label facing upward. To allow

for later easy removal of the battery pack, extend the ribbon

below the battery pack. To remove the battery pack, lift the

ribbon.

2-8 20X Max Portable CD-ROM Drive

4 Close the battery cover.

Charging the Ni-Cd Battery Pack

If the battery pack charge is low, the battery ( ) indicator flashes.

To charge the battery pack, do the following:

1 Make sure that the battery pack is installed in the CD-ROM

drive.

2 Turn off the power switch.

3 Connect the AC Adapter to the CD-ROM drive and to a power

outlet (see “Connecting the AC Adapter” on page 2-6).

4 Press the Play/Pause button.

The battery begins to charge, and the charging (

) indicator on

the indicator panel appears. After about 5 hours, the indicator

disappears, and charging is complete.

Note: If the battery charge becomes low soon after charging, try to

discharge the battery completely and then fully recharge it. If

the charge still becomes low in a short period, the battery

needs to be replaced. Contact your place of purchase to get a

new one.

Part 2: User's Guide 2-9

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