Sony SDX-D700C Manual
SDX-D700C/D500C/D400C
AIT Drive Unit
4-661-138-11(1)
© 2001 Sony Corporation
Operator’s Guide –––––––––page 2
Mode d’emploi –––––––––––page 23
Benutzerhandbuch –––––––Seite 44
Guía del operador ––––––––página 65
2Safety Regulations
Safety Regulations
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial
number in the space provided below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon your dealer regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No.
Information
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
For the customers in the USA
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved
in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
WARNING
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device requires shielded interface cables to comply with FCC emission
limits.
Safety Regulations 3
CAUTION
The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power.
Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall
be easily accessible.
ACHTUNG
Zur Trennung vom Netz ist der Netzseker aus der Steckdose zu ziehen,
welche sich in der Nähe des Gerätes befinden muß und leicht zugärlich sein
soll.
Hinweis: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 db (A) oder weniger
gemäß ISO 7779
NOTICE
Use the power cord set approved by the appropriate testing organization for
the specific countries where this unit is to be used.
HINWEIS
Ausserhalb den USA und Kanada das Netzkabel verweden, das von der
dafür anerkannten testorganisation oder zuständigen Behörde des Landes, in
das Gerät betrieben wird, zugelassen ist.
If you have any questions about this product, call the Sony Technical
Support at 1-800- 352-7669 or write to: Sony Technical Support, 3300
Zanker Road, San Jose, CA 95134.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Trade Name: SONY
Model: SDX-D700C/D500C/D400C
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell NJ
07649 USA
Telephone number: 201-930-6972
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Diese Ausrüstung erfüllt die Europäischen EMC-Bestimmungen für die
Verwendung in folgender/folgenden Umgebung(en):
– Wohngegenden
– Gewerbegebiete
– Leichtindustriegebiete
(Diese Ausrüstung erfüllt die Bestimmungen der Norm EN 55022,
Klasse B.)
English
4Table of Contents
Table of Contents
How to Use this Guide ...................................................................... 5
Part 1.
Introduction
About AIT Drives ............................................................................... 6
Features....................................................................................................6
Useable Cartridges...................................................................................7
System Components ................................................................................7
Part Names and Functions............................................................... 8
Front Panel (SDX-D500C/D400C) .........................................................8
Front Panel (SDX-D700C) ......................................................................9
Rear Panel..............................................................................................10
Part 2.
Preparation
Supplied Items................................................................................. 11
Interconnections ............................................................................. 11
SCSI ID Setting ................................................................................ 12
Option Switches (DIP Switch) ........................................................ 12
Part 3.
Operation
How to use the AIT Drive................................................................ 14
Cartridge Removal.................................................................................15
Part 4.
Care and
Maintenance
Taking Care of the Drive................................................................. 16
Safety Considerations ............................................................................16
Avoiding Damage..................................................................................16
Taking Care of Cartridges .............................................................. 18
Use Precautions .....................................................................................18
Storage Precautions ...............................................................................18
Head Cleaning ................................................................................. 19
How to Clean .........................................................................................19
Appendix Specifications (SDX-D700C)........................................................... 20
Specifications (SDX-D500C)........................................................... 21
Specifications (SDX-D400C)........................................................... 22
How to Use this Guide 5
How to Use this Guide
This Guide describes the AIT Drive Unit SDX-D700C/D500C/D400C, and
how to take care of it. Please read it carefully before using the unit, and keep
it handy for future reference.
The Guide consists of four parts, plus the specifications. Refer to the parts
that relate to your use of the drive.
Part 1 describes the features of the drive, its system components, and the
name and function of each part.
Part 2 describes the necessary connections between the drive and the host
computer. If other SCSI devices are being used, you may need to change the
SCSI ID setting. Read this part if you are installing the drive.
Part 3 describes how to use the drive, including how to turn it on, and how
to insert and remove cartridges. Read this part if you are going to operate the
drive.
Part 4 describes how to take care of the drive and cartridges, and how to
clean the drive heads. Read this part before using the drive.
The Specifications Appendix provides the major specifications of the
SDX-D700C/D500C/D400C.
6Part 1. Introduction
Part 1. Introduction
About AIT Drives
The SDX-D700C is an external AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges
conforming to the AIT-3 format. The SDX-D500C is an external AIT drive
unit that uses data cartridges conforming to the AIT-2 format. The SDX-
D400C is an external AIT drive unit that uses data cartridges conforming to
the AIT-1 format. The SDX-D700C supports AIT-1, AIT-2, and AIT-3
formats. The SDX-D500C supports AIT-1 and AIT-2 formats. The SDX-
D400C supports only AIT-1 format.
Features
The AIT Drive Unit SDX-D700C has the following features:
•The Advanced Intelligent Tape format provides a huge data storage capacity
on AIT-1/AIT-2/AIT-3 data cartridges.
•Read After Write Function and third-level error code guarantee high data
reliability.
•Data compression provides 260 gigabytes of storage on 230 m tape-length
cartridge.*1
The native capacity is 100 gigabytes of storage on 230 m tape-length
cartridge.
•Stored data are automatically checked for compression.
•Ultra 160 SCSI LVD/SE interface is fully supported for host computer
access.
•Read/Write operation is available with AIT-1, AIT-2, and AIT-3 formats.
The AIT Drive Unit SDX-D500C has the following features:
•The Advanced Intelligent Tape format provides a huge data storage capacity
on AIT-1/AIT-2 data cartridges.
•Read After Write Function and third-level error correction code guarantee
high data reliability.
•Data compression provides 130 gigabytes of storage on 230 m tape-length
cartridge.*1
The native capacity is 50 gigabytes of storage on 230 m tape-length
cartridge.
•Stored data are automatically checked for compression.
•Ultra Wide LVD/SE SCSI interface is fully supported for host computer
access.
•Read/Write operation is available with AIT-1 and AIT-2 formats.
*1 This is assuming 2.6 : 1 compression ratio.
The degree of data compression attained while recording data varies according to system
environment and data type.
Part 1. Introduction 7
The AIT Drive Unit SDX-D400C has the following features:
•The Advanced Intelligent Tape format provides a huge data storage capacity
on AIT-1 data cartridges.
•Read After Write Function and third-level error correction code guarantee
high data reliability.
•Data compression provides 91 gigabytes of storage on 230 m tape-length
cartridge.*1
The native capacity is 35 gigabytes of storage on 230 m tape-length
cartridge.
•Stored data are automatically checked for compression.
•Ultra Wide LVD/SE SCSI interface is fully supported for host computer
access.
•Read/Write operation is available with AIT-1 format.
*1 This is assuming 2.6 : 1 compression ratio.
The degree of data compression attained while recording data varies according to system
environment and data type.
Useable Cartridges
Data cartridges used with the SDX-D400C must be marked with the AIT-1,
logo. The SDX-D500C can be used with data cartridges marked with AIT-1
or AIT-2 logo. The SDX-D700C can be used with data cartridges marked
with the AIT-1, AIT-2, or AIT-3 logo.
AIT-1 LOGO AIT-2 LOGO AIT-3 LOGO
Caution
Be sure to use only the cartridges designed specifically for AIT (do not use
8 mm cartridges for video).
System Components
The SDX-D700C/D500C/D400C connects to the host computer via on Ultra
Wide LVD/SE SCSI interface.
Figure 1-1. Example of System Components
The SDX-D700C can connects to the host computer via a Ultra 160 SCSI
interface.
SDX-D700C/D500C/D400C
Host Computer
Peripheral Devices
8Part 1. Introduction
Part Names and Functions
Front Panel (SDX-D500C/D400C)
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76543
BUSY TAPE STATUS
POWER
Figure 1-2. Front panel
1AIT Data Cartridge Receptacle
See page 14 for information on inserting and removing a AIT data
cartridge.
2POWER Indicator
Lights while the drive is on.
3BUSY Indicator
Lights when data is being transferred through the SCSI interface. This
indicator also lights under the following conditions:
4TAPE Indicator
When a AIT cartridge is installed, this indicator lights. This also lights
under the following conditions:
5STATUS Indicator
Lights when an inserted cartridge is write-protected. This indicator also
lights under the following conditions:
Inserting and removing a cartridge: repeated blinking (same on-off
interval).
Cartridge deteriorated: alternating long-short blinking.
Drive needs cleaning: repeating long-on, short-off
blinking.
End of Tape during cleaning: repeating blinking (same on-off
interval).
Drive Malfunctioning: repeating short-on (once or twice),
long-off blinking.
Drive is reading or writing normally: repeated blinking (same on-off
interval).
Part 1. Introduction 9
6EJECT Button
Push to remove a data cartridge from the drive.
7POWER Switch
Press to turn the drive on or off.
Front Panel (SDX-D700C)
Refer to SDX-D500C/D400C front panel for unmarked parts.
1
Figure 1-3. Front panel
1LED
The LED indicate the status of the SDX-D700C as follows.
TAPE MOTION
CLEANING REQUEST
REPLACE TAPE Meaning
On - - Tape loaded
Slow flash - - Read/Write in
(0.9 sec on/0.3 sec off)
progress
Fast flash - - Other tape access
(0.3 sec on/0.3 sec off)
in progress
-On -Cleaning
necessary
-Slow flash -Cleaning not
(0.9 sec on/0.3 sec off)
complete
- - On Media error
Fast flash Fast flash Fast flash Hardware error
(0.3 sec on/0.3 sec off) (0.3 sec on/0.3 sec off) (0.3 sec on/0.3 sec off)
10 Part 1. Introduction
Rear Panel
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243
Figure 1-4. Rear Panel
1Rotary Selector Switch
SCSI ID selector.
2AC IN Connector
Connect the supplied power cable here.
3SCSI Connector
Connects to the SCSI bus connector of the host computer or another
SCSI peripheral.
4Cooling Fan
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