EXP Computer CD Station User manual
CD STATION
USER’S MANUAL
EXP
www.expnet.com
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EXP
Non-transferable Limited Warranty
EXP, (EXP Computer Inc. and EXP Memory Products),
provides a full one year warranty, from the date of
purchase, against any defects in the material and
workmanship.
This warranty shall not apply if the product is in
any way damaged by any abnormal or improper use, or
if there is any attempt to repair or modify the
product without the proper authorization from EXP.
Your proof of purchase needs to be a receipt or
invoice, showing the date of purchase and an
authorized resellers name. During the warranty
period, EXP reserves the right to either replace or
repair the defective product, at no extra charge.
In order to return the product, the customer will
need to obtain a RMA (Return Merchandise
Authorization) number before returning the
defective product. The customer can do this by
calling EXP’s Technical Support Department at (516)
496-7629. The RMA number needs to be displayed on
the outside of the returned package and on the
accompanying packing list. The customer is
responsible for the following:
•Packaging the returned product
•Providing proof of purchase
•Mailing the warranty card registration card
(directly after purchase.)
NOTE: Warranty claims may not be honored if the
warranty registration card is not sent to EXP
(directly after purchase).
IN NO EVENT WILL EXP BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGE; INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFIT, LOSS OF SAVINGS;
OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES CAUSED BY PRODUCT OR FAILURE
OF THE PRODUCT TO PERFORM.
This limitation of liability applies even if EXP
has been advised of the possibility of such
damages. Some sales do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
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so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply
to you.
How to contact us:
EXP WEB SITE: www.expnet.com
TECHNICAL SUPPORT: 516-496-7629
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .............................................................. 7
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS................................................................7
Features..............................................................................................7
Package contents.....................................................................................8
Caution........................................................................................................8
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS..................................... 9
FRONT PANEL.............................................................................................9
REAR PANEL.............................................................................................10
POWER SOURCE ............................................................ 10
HARDWARE INSTALLATION (PC CARD).................... 11
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION (PC CARD).................... 12
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS 95/98........................12
Windows 98.............................................................................................12
Windows 95 (B) ......................................................................................13
Windows 95 (Older Versions).................................................................14
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS NT...............................17
Installing the PCMCIA CD-ROM driver.................................................17
Software installation for Linux (Red hat distribution) .................19
HARDWARE INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL PARALLEL
PORT) ........................................................................... 20
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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL PARALLEL
PORT) ........................................................................... 21
Windows 95/98........................................................................................21
Windows NT 4.0 .....................................................................................23
Linux (Red hat distribution) ....................................................................25
PLAYING AN AUDIO CD ............................................. 26
Using cd player utility in windows 95/98....................26
Hot-Insert/Remove feature of the PCMCIA CD-ROM ...........................26
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INTRODUCTION
The CD Station is a portable external CD-ROM drive, equipped a high-
speed PC Card (PCMCIA). The CD station is connected to a PC through a
PC Card Type I slot, Type II slot or a Parallel port (parallel cable sold
separately). An AC adapter is included to supply the necessary external
power to the drive. The drive can read CD-ROM standards such as, CD-R
and CD-RW. Dual connection gives users the flexibility to add more
storage space or transfer data between your notebook and/or your desktop
computer.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
1. A notebook or desktop computer with a Parallel port (EPP or bi-
directional). If using the PC Card interface, the notebook must have a
lease one PC Card Type I or Type II slot.
2. Windows 95/98, Windows NT 3.51/4.0
FEATURES
•Complies with PC Card (PCMCIA/JEIDA) standard
•MSCDEX Compatible
•Easy-to-install device driver software for
DOS/WIN
•ULTRA Slim PC Card 85.6 x 54.0 x 3.3 (Type I)
•CD-RW disc playback
•Windows 95, 98 and Windows NT Ready
•O/S 2 Warp and Linux Ready
•Optional Parallel connectivity kit
CD-ROM drive physical characteristics:
•Dimension: 9.6" x 6.4" x 1.9" (L x W x H)
•Weight: 3 lbs 3 oz
•Data capacity: 553 MB (Mode 1), 635 MB (Mode
2)
•Motorized front tray loading
•PCMCIA power consumption: +5V/300mA
(Standby), +5V/500mA (max)
•Power source: AC 12V 1 A
•Supports CD-Audio, CD-ROM mode 1 and 2, CD-
XA, Multi-session Photo CD, VCD, Enhanced CD,
and CD-RW
•Audio function: headphone output jack with
volume control, audio line-out jack
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
The items shown below are included in the CD-Station package.
1. CD-ROM drive
2. AC Adapter Input: 120 VAC Output: 12 VDC 1 Amp.
3. Device Driver diskette
4. PC Card
CAUTION
•Condensation can form on the lens if the CD-ROM drive is moved from
a cold temperature to a warmer environment. This can hinder the lens’s
ability to properly read the disc. If this does occur, remove the disc, but
leave the power on. After one hour, reinsert the disc and try again.
•Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. Do not store the disc in a
room with high temperature or high humidity.
•Always store the disc in its case to avoid dust, scratches, bending, etc.
•Το clean the disc, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the disc in a circular
motion. Do not use benzine, record cleaner, static electricity prevention
fluid, or any other liquid because it may damage the disc.
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
FRONT PANEL
The front panel of your CD-ROM may look slightly different from the figure
shown below. However, the following parts and functions are the same
regardless of their location on the drive.
1. Eject button:
Press this button to eject the tray.
2. Access LED:
This LED will blink when the drive is accessing the disc.
3. Emergency Hole:
Insert a pin shaped item to manually eject the tray when the power is
OFF.
4. Power LED:
This LED will light when the power is on.
5. Headphone jack:
You can connect headphones or an external speaker here to access the
CD-Audio output.
6. Volume Control:
Press these buttons to adjust the CD-Audio volume.
7. Track selector:
Press the button to select the next track.
Figure 1
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REAR PANEL
1. Power Button: (Optional in some models)
Press the button to manually power on/off the drive when it is powered
by an AC adapter.
2. DC in Jack:
Connect AC adapter into here.
3. Interface Connector:
Connect the PCMCIA interface card or Parallel Port cable into here.
4. Audio Line-Out Jack:
Sends audio signal to an external amplifier.
Figure 2
POWER SOURCE
An AC adapter powers the CD-ROM DRIVE. The POWER LED (on the
front panel) indicates the power status. It always lights up when the power
supply is in working mode.
1. Connect the AC adapter into the DC IN jack, on the rear panel of the
CD-ROM drive.
2. Plug the AC adapter into the AC power outlet.
3. Insert the PCMCIA card. Now the CD-ROM unit is ready.
CAUTION
Only use the AC adapter that is provided with this unit. Using a different
AC adapter may cause serious and permanent damage to the CD-ROM.
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION (PC CARD)
Turn OFF your system before connecting the PCMCIA CD-ROM to your
computer.
1. Connect the PCMCIA interface card to the CD-ROM drive. Press firmly
until the connector is seated, and tighten the two screws on the cable
connector.
2. Place the drive in a horizontal position. The drive is designed to operate
only in a horizontal position. Operating the drive in any other position is
not recommended.
3. Make sure that the cable of the PCMCIA interface card is firmly
connected to the interface connector on the back panel of the CD-ROM
drive.
4. Locate the PCMCIA slot of
your computer or consult
your computer user’s
manual for its location.
5. Align the PCMCIA
interface card with the
arrow sign facing upward
and pointing toward the
computer’s slot. (Please note that the card is keyed to guide for proper
insertion.)
6. Slowly insert the PCMCIA interface card into the slot and press firmly
until the connector is seated.
7. Turn the system ON to install the PCMCIA CD-ROM device driver.
Please follow the Software Installation procedures on the next page.
CAUTION
You should connect the PCMCIA interface card to the CD-ROM drive
before inserting the PCMCIA interface card into your computer. DO NOT
connect/disconnect the PCMCIA interface card to/from the CD-ROM drive
when the system is ON.
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