Contents

4X Mobile Media Module On-line Service Information· Version 1.0:

About This Guide

Service Information

Installation Overview

Troubleshooting

Service Procedures

Technical Reference

Specifications

Power Consumption

Interface Connectors

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Installation
Installation Overview

These help topics describe the operating requirements and provide instructions for attaching and detaching the Mobile Media Module from your Digital HiNote Ultra notebook computer. They also describe how to install the Mobile Media Module sound and CD-ROM drivers.  Click on a button or topic for the desired information.

Operating Requirements

Mobile Media Module Components

Attaching your Mobile Media Module

Detaching your Mobile Media Module

Upgrading the BIOS

Installing New Sound and CD-ROM Drivers


Operating Requirements

•	Operates with all Digital HiNote Ultras except the i486 33 MHz models

•	BIOS Version 1.40 or later

•	Supplied CD-ROM and Sound drivers

•	Power from the Digital HiNote Ultra (battery or International AC adapter)


Mobile Media Module Components


Legend - Mobile Media Module Components

Figure Legend	Description
A	CD-ROM tray
B	Speakers (front)
C	Speaker (bottom, not shown)
D	Joystick/MIDI port
E	Line in jack
F	Audio out jack
G	Volume control
H	CD-ROM eject button
I	Release buttons
J	Module connector
K	CD-ROM access indicator


Attaching your Mobile Media Module
Attaching the Mobile Media Module

To attach the Digital HiNote Ultra onto the Mobile Media Module:

	1. Remove the Floppy Dock or Expansion Dock. 2. Make sure that the module connector door on the Digital HiNote Ultra is completely open, as shown in attaching the Floppy Dock.   3. Insert the front of the Digital HiNote Ultra into the front of the Mobile Media Module, beneath the tab (A). 4. Swing the Digital HiNote Ultra down onto the Mobile Media Module.


Detaching your Mobile Media Module
Detaching the Mobile Media Module

To detach the Digital HiNote Ultra from the Mobile Media Module:

	1. Press in on the two release buttons (A) on each side.   2. Swing the Digital HiNote Ultra up and away from the Mobile Media Module.


Upgrading the BIOS

The Mobile Media Module requires BIOS version 1.40 or later.

To upgrade the BIOS:

1.	Check the BIOS version by pressing [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Del] at the DOS prompt and view the BIOS version displayed in the startup screen.

2.	If necessary, use the BIOS Update Diskette to update the BIOS.


Installing Sound and CD-ROM Drivers
Installing New Sound and CD-ROM Drivers

The Mobile Media Module sound and CD-ROM drivers must be installed onto the Digital HiNote Ultra’s hard disk drive in order to use the Mobile Media Module.

To install the drivers you must have the Floppy Dock attached to the Digital HiNote Ultra computer.

1.	Run Windows to display the Program Manager.

2.	Depending on your notebook computer’s operating system (Windows for Workgroups or Windows 95), insert the correct Mobile Media Module Installation diskette into the diskette drive.

3.	Click on the File options menu and then click on Run.

4.	Type a:\setup and then press [Enter].

5.	Select a language for the setup process and then follow the screen instructions to load the sound and CD-ROM drivers.


NOTE:

The audio software applications are not required to operate your Mobile Media Module.  However, Digital recommends that you load them at this point in the installation process.


Troubleshooting

Click on these topics for guidelines and suggestions regarding problems you may encounter with your Mobile Media Module.

Initial Troubleshooting

CD-ROM Troubleshooting

Audio Troubleshooting


Initial Troubleshooting

These help topics provide troubleshooting actions that can be taken to correct problems that might occur after attaching, configuring, or operating the Mobile Media Module.  For assistance in either case, refer to the associated documentation that is supplied with the Digital HiNote Ultra and Mobile Media Module.

Be sure to click on each step and carefully perform the procedures described. If you do not fully complete the initial troubleshooting procedures as described, you might not detect the true cause of the malfunction.

  Check Connection

  Check Power

  Reboot the Notebook Computer

  Check Device Drivers

  Check Troubleshooting Tables

  Reset the Notebook Computer


Check Installation
Check Connection

•	Make sure the Digital HiNote Ultra and the Mobile Media Module fully connect with each other.  Detach and reconnect the Digital HiNote Ultra and the Mobile Media Module.

•	Examine the pins in the Mobile Media Module connector to ensure that they are not bent and that the connection is good.


Check Power

If running the notebook computer under Battery Power:

•	Check that the Battery Pack is charged by connecting the International AC Adapter.

•	If the HiNote Ultra amber light goes on, the Battery Pack is charging.

•	If the HiNote Ultra amber light fails to go on, check that the International AC Adapter is properly connected and the connections are secure.

If running the notebook computer using the International AC Adapter:

•	Check that the International AC Adapter is properly connected and the connections are secure.


Reboot the Notebook Computer

Press [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Delete] at the DOS prompt to soft boot the notebook computer.

If the notebook computer fails to boot, turn it off by pressing {Fn] and the Power button simultaneously.  Wait a few seconds, and then turn the computer back on.


Reset the Notebook Computer

To reset your notebook computer:

1.	Power off the notebook computer.

2.	Detach the Mobile Media Module

3.	Turn the notebook upside down.

4.	Press the RESET button (A).

5.	Turn the notebook right side up.

6.	Re-attach the Mobile Media Module.

7.	Power on the notebook computer.


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Check Device Drivers

1.	Reboot the notebook computer.

2.	Press [F8] when the message “Starting MS-DOS” is displayed.

3.	Look for the following drivers:

-	DECCDROM.SYS 	(in CONFIG.SYS)
-	ESSENBLR.COM 	(in AUTOEXEC.BAT)
-	MSCDEX.EXE 	(in AUTOEXEC.BAT)

These files are located in the \MOBMEDIA directory.

In some HiNote Ultras, these files may be located in CONFIG.MM and AUTOEXEC.MM or CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT.  Refer to the on-line README.TXT file for more information

Refer to Installing Sound and CD-ROM Driver .


Run Setup

Press [Fn] + [F3] to run Setup and ensure that the notebook computer audio is enabled.

Refer to “Configuring Your Notebook Computer” in the Digital HiNote Ultra User’s Guide.


Check Troubleshooting Tables

Check the troubleshooting tables in this help file.  When using these tables, match the encountered problem with the problems listed in the tables.


CD-ROM Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause / Action
Cannot access the CD-ROM drive.  Error message reading drive x.	Device drivers not installed. Install the Mobile Media Module device drivers.  Refer to “Installation Overview.” No disc in the  CD-ROM drive. Insert a disc, label side up. Tray open. Close CD-ROM tray. Application software not running. Run application software. Disc in tray is upside-down Open tray and insert disc with label side up.
Power is on but indicator shows no activity.	No disc or tray is open. Insert a disc, label side up, and close the tray.
No audio or audio doesn’t work with audio CDs	Audio driver not installed. In Windows Control Panel, select “Drivers”, then “Add” and install [MCI] CD Audio driver.


Audio Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause / Action
No audio response from Mobile Media Module.	Audio level settings too low or mute. Increase audio level using Mobile Media Module’s audio control. Run setup. Device drivers missing or improperly installed. Reinstall device drivers. Address contention.  Two or more devices might be trying to access the same address. Check IRQ, I/O address, and DMA settings.  Change settings as required.  Refer to “Technical Specifications”  and “Device Mapping” in your Digital HiNote Ultra User’s Guide.
No sound from one of the speakers	Cable disconnected Check cable connection(s). Windows Sound System Mixer is not balanced.   Check Sound System Mixer balance setting.


Parts List

Part Number	FRU
30-46457-01	Digital HiNote Ultra 4X Mobile Media Module
30-46458-02	4X CD-ROM drive, 17-mm
30-45190-02	Audio board
70-32222-02	Top Cover
70-32223-02	Bottom Enclosure
70-32225-02	Flat ribbon cable (FRC) assembly
70-32226-02	Speaker Assembly
74-49724-02	MIDI Port Cover
74-49891-03	4X CD-ROM Bezel
74-49992-01	Right CD Mounting Bracket
74-49993-01	Left CD Mounting Bracket


Interface Connectors

Click on these Help topics for information about the external connectors on the Mobile Media Module.  External connectors include:

Module Connector

CD-ROM Connector


Floppy Dock or Expansion Dock
Module Connector

Pin	Signal	Pin	Signal
1	Docked	29	GND
2	Not used	30	AEN
3	Not used	31	BINT#
4	Not used	32	ADS#
5	Not used	33	GND
6	DIR	34	BD0
7	Not used	35	BD1
8	Not used	36	GND
9	Not used	37	VBAT
10	ESS	38	BD2
11	GND	39	BD3
12	Not used	40	GND
13	Not used	41	GND
14	Not used	42	BD4
15	GND	43	BD5
16	Not used	44	VBAT
17	Not used	45	GND
18	Not used	46	BD6
19	Not used	47	BD7
20	Not used	48	GND
21	Not used	49	VBAT
22	GND	50	BDEV#
23	Not used	51	BADS#
24	SPKR	52	GND
25	RING	53	GND
26	SMI	54	FS1XCLK
27	PCMACT	55	RESET#
28	RESERVE	56	3.3VIN


Media Card Connector
CD-ROM Connector

The CD-ROM connector consists of a 50-pin connector that provides the power interface and the audio interface for the CD-ROM.

Pin	Signal - I/O	Pin	Signal - I/O
1	*RESET	26	Ground
2	Ground	27	IORDY - O
3	DD7 - I/O	28	no connection
4	DD8 - I/O	29	*DMACK - I
5	DD6 - I/O	30	Ground
6	DD9 - I/O	31	INTRQ - O
7	DD5 - I/O	32	*IOCS16 - O
8	DD10 - I/O	33	DA1 - I
9	DD4 - I/O	34	*PDIAG
10	DD11 - I/O	35	DA0 - I
11	DD3 - I/O	36	DA2 - I
12	DD12 - I/O	37	*CS1FX - I
13	DD2 - I/O	38	*CS3FX - I
14	DD13 - I/O	39	*DASP - I/O
15	DD1 - I/O	40	Ground
16	DD14 - I/O	41	5 VDC, Logic - I
17	DD0 - I/O	42	5 VDC, Motor - I
18	DD15 - I/O	43	Ground (Return)
19	Ground	44	TYPE (0=ATA)
20	(keypin)	45	no connection
21	DMARQ - O	46	no connection
22	Ground	47	Auxiliary right channel
23	*DIOW - I	48	Analog ground
24	Ground	49	Analog ground
25	*DIOR - I	50	Auxiliary left channel
* - Indicates that the signal is asserted active low


About This Guide

Click on these topics to help you navigate around and understand the service information for your 4X Mobile Media Module.

Abbreviations

Conventions

Color

Related Documentation


Abbreviations

ATAPI	ATA Packet Interface
CD-ROM	Compact Disk Read Only Memory
CD-ROM XA	CD-ROM Extended Architecture
DAC	Digital-to-Analog Converter
DMA	Direct Memory Access
IDE	Integrated Drive Electronics
IRQ	Interrupt Request
MIDI	Musical Instrument Design Interface
MPC2	Multimedia PC Level 2


Conventions

Convention  Example	Description
c:\windows>	Monospaced text indicates information that your computer or software displays.
[drive letter]	Dark blue monospaced text indicates a filename or directory path you must enter.
[Enter]	A box surrounding characters/text represents a keyboard key.
[Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Delete]	A plus sign (+) indicates that the keys shown should be pressed simultaneously.
1 234 567	Spaces are used in large numbers instead of commas.


Color

Information of special importance in this Help file has been indicated by the use of color.  Blue NOTE , dark red WARNING and red CAUTION labels identify this material.  If your system is equipped with a monochrome display, these labels will appear in BOLD.

You may find colored text difficult to read if you have made changes to your Windows screen colors.  This problem can be solved by using one of the pre-defined color sets available through the Windows Control Panel while you are viewing this Help file.


Related Documentation

Digital HiNote Ultra Quick Setup Guide

ER-P70WW-IA (English)
ER-P70WW-IG (German)
ER-P70WW-II (Italian)
ER-P70WW-IS (Spanish)
ER-P70WW-IP (French)

Digital HiNote Ultra User's Guide (also available in on-line form)

ER-P70WW-UA (English)
ER-P70WW-UG (German)
ER-P70WW-UI (Italian)
ER-P70WW-US (Spanish)
ER-P70WW-UP (French)

Digital HiNote Ultra User's Guide Addendum
ER-P70WW-DM (Multilingual)

Digital HiNote Ultra 4X Mobile Media User’s Guide

ER-P8DW1-UM (Multilingual)

Digital HiNote Ultra Mobile Media Service Information

ER-P8DAA-TA (English)

README.TXT file, online, in \MOBMEDIA directory on
Installation diskette

BIOS Update Diskette Read-Me-First
ER-P8DAA-BJ (Japanese)
ER-P8DAA-BM (Multilingual)

Using Your Digital HiNote Ultra (on-line Help file)

On-line CardView documentation


Service Procedures

These help topics describe the procedures for removing components from the Mobile Media Module.  Click on a button for the procedure to remove the selected assembly.

	Before You Begin  Recommended Tools  Detaching the Floppy Dock  Attaching the Floppy Dock Attaching the Mobile Media Detaching the Mobile Media Removing the Bottom Cover Removing the CD-ROM Drive  Removing the Media Board Removing the Speakers Replacing FRUs  Parts List


Before You Begin

1.	Turn off power to the notebook computer.  Disconnect AC adapter, if plugged in.

2.	If necessary, turn off power and disconnect all external devices from the notebook computer and Mobile Media Module.

3.	Detach the Mobile Media Module from the notebook computer.


CAUTION
CAUTIONS:

1.	Do not touch any electrical component unless you are properly grounded.  Proper grounding should be established by wearing a grounded wrist strap.  A static discharge from fingers can result in permanent damage to electronic components.

2.	There are four screw sizes used in the Mobile Media Module, some of which are color-coded.  Be sure that you replace the correct screws in their proper place when reassembling the Mobile Media Module.  Using the wrong screws can damage the module components.


Recommended Tools

•	Magnetized, #1-tipped Philips screwdriver

•	Magnetized, #0-tipped Philips screwdriver

•	Small, flat-tipped screwdriver

•	Fine-point, long-reach Tweezers

•	Small, needle-nosed pliers


Detaching the Floppy Dock

1.	Carefully turn the computer over so the bottom faces you.

2.	Release the Floppy Dock by turning the thumbwheel screw in a counter-clockwise direction and sliding the latch to the left.

3.	Lift the Floppy Dock up and detach it from the notebook computer.


Attaching the Floppy Dock

1.	Before attaching the Floppy Dock, be sure that the door covering the connector is completely open.

2.	Attach the Floppy Dock by inserting the two tabs on the Floppy Dock into the two slots on the notebook computer, lowering it into position.

3.	Turn the thumbwheel screw in a clockwise direction to secure it in place.


Removing Bottom Enclosure Cover

Top        Bottom	1. Detach Mobile Media module from HiNote Ultra notebook computer. 2. Loosen and remove four small, black, Philips-head screws from top of the module assembly.  Place screws safely aside. 3. Carefully turn module over. 4. Remove four rubber feet from bottom enclosure cover. 5. Loosen and remove four small, silver, Philips-head screws from under feet.  Place screws safely aside with those from the top assembly. 6. Gently pry up and remove bottom cover.


CAUTION:

Be careful not to lose MIDI cover, springs from release buttons, or loose speakers.


Removing the CD-ROM Drive

	1. Remove bottom enclosure cover. 2. Disconnect 56-pin flex cable from Media board. 3. Remove three silver screws securing CD-ROM drive assembly to the top cover assembly while keeping the two right-side brackets attached to the CD-ROM drive. 4. Lift CD-ROM drive assembly up and away from enclosure. 5. f you are replacing the old CD-ROM drive with a new one, remove the two side brackets.  These screws and brackets are needed for the new drive.


CAUTION:

These three silver screws are a different size than those from the bottom enclosure cover and should not be swapped or mixed.


Removing Media Board

	1. Remove bottom enclosure cover. 2. Disconnect audio (speaker) cable assembly from 6-pin connector. 3. Disconnect 56-pin flex cable from Media Board.  4. Loosen and remove three Philips head screws securing board to enclosure.  Place them safely aside with those from other procedure(s). 5. Remove two hex nuts from MIDI port. 6. Lift up inside edge of board and gently guide external connectors out of enclosure, while lifting the board out of the enclosure.


Removing the Speakers

	1. Remove bottom enclosure cover. 2. Remove the Media board. 3. Remove old speakers.


Replacing FRUs

No separate replacement procedures are described for the Mobile Media Module FRUs.

•	To replace a FRU, simply reverse the procedure given for removing it.

•	When replacing Media board, carefully align external connectors before seating the board in place.

•	Before closing the bottom cover, be sure that you:

Properly connect the CD-ROM connectors
Properly connect the audio cable
Use correct screws when assembling components
Tighten the MIDI connector hex nuts.


Technical Specifications

Click on a button or a topic for the specifications you want.

Mobile Media Module Dimensions

CD-ROM Specifications

Speaker Specifications

MPC Level 2 Specifications (Minimum)

MPC Level 2 Specifications (Recommended)


Mobile Media Module Dimensions

Dimension	Specification
Width	280 mm (11 in.)
Depth	196 mm (7.7 in.)
Rear height	26 mm (1.0 in.)
Front height	39 mm (1.54 in.)
Weight	0.82 kg (1.8 lb.)


CD-ROM Specifications
4X CD-ROM Specifications

Specification	Description
Size	140.2 mm x 128.8 mm x 17.0 mm
Weight	0.35 kg
Disk diameter	12 cm and 8 cm CD-ROM disc
Access time	200 ms random
Seek time	170 ms random
Full stroke access	340 ms
Data transfer	600 KB/s sustained
Rotational speed	800 to 2 100 rpm
Interface	Embedded ATAPI controller
Command set	X3T9.2/791 and SFF-8020
Buffer size	128 KB
Compliant	Red Book, Yellow Book, CD-ROM XA, Photo-CD Multisession CD-Bridge, CD-I and CD-I Ready, CD PLUS
Voltage	+5 V dc +/- 5% operational (+/- 8% start)
Loading	Drawer type (manual load/eject via front)


Speaker Specifications

Specification	Front Tweeters	Bottom Woofer
Type	Full range	Full range
Maximum power	1 Watt	2 Watts
Nominal power	Not applicable	1 Watt
Voice coil impedance	8 ohms	4 ohms
Lowest resonance frequency	300 +/- 60 Hz	181 +/- 36 Hz
Frequency range	Fo - 12 K	Fo - 20 K
Sound pressure level	81 +/- 3 dB	80 +/- 2 dB
Frequency response deviation	20 dB	18 dB


MPC Level 2 Specifications (Minimum)

Specification	Description
CPU	25 MHz 486SX
RAM	4 MB
Hard drive	160 MB
CD-ROM drive	300 KB/sec sustained transfer rate, maximum average seek time 400 ms, CD-ROM XA-ready, multi-session capable
Audio	16-bit digital sound, 8-note synthesizer, MIDI playback
Video display	640x480, 65,635 colors
Ports	MIDI, I/O, Joystick


MPC Level 2 Specifications (Recommended)

Specification	Description
RAM	8 MB
CD-ROM drive	64 KB on-board buffer
Audio	CD-ROM XA audio ability, support for IMA-adopted ADPCM algorithm
Video	Delivery of 1.2 megapixels/sec. given 40% of CPU bandwidth


Power Consumption

The following table lists the power requirements for the Digital HiNote Ultra International AC adapter.

International AC Adapter

Rated  Voltage Range	100 V ac - 120 V ac	220 V ac - 240 V ac
Maximum Range	90 V ac  - 135 V ac	180 V ac - 264 V ac
Rated Input Current	0.4 A	0.2 A
Operating Frequency Range	47 Hz - 63 Hz	47 Hz - 63 Hz
Output Rating	11 V dc @ 2.73 A