Vimar Corp: CD Mastering Systems

CD Mastering Systems

Why pay someone to master your CD's when you can do it yourself? . . .

Vimar offers the Cygnet Crossfire, a compact (12-1/4" by 9") desktop device that allows the user to make copies of CD-Recordable discs (CD-Rs) in a fast and efficient manner. The Crossfire operates in two duplication modes: as a stand-alone unit which can read and write data or media images from a master disc onto its internal image drive before duplication, and as a unit which can work in conjunction with a host computer to receive, store, and duplicate a master image file.
The Crossfire consists of a quadruple speed CD-Recordable drive, a SCSI controller, a large capacity image drive, and a power supply. The tower design of the Crossfire with its removable component modules allows for easy upgrades of firmware, components and maintenance access. In addition, the Crossfire's special housing design provides space for the installation of an additional SCSI device such as a removable hard drive, tape drive or CD-ROM drive.

The Crossfire's duplication process is initiated by the user through the LCD and four-button user interface located on the front panel of the unit, or by the host computer. Once a master image file has been composed with the system software, and transferred to the Crossfire's image drive, the unit will disconnect itself and allow independent host operation to perform other tasks.

Features of the Crossfire

Compact desktop unit with all metal chassis and modular design features
SCSI-2 (single-ended) interface
Offers two simple ways to duplicate discs: as a stand-alone operation or via a host computer
Independent host-system operation during duplication process
Average copy time 10-15 minutes per CD-R with unit's quad speed performance
Easy read-out LCD with backlighting and 4-button user interface
Includes a built-in image drive for uninterrupted storage and transmittal of data
Modular design for easy upgrades and accessability
Spare module bay for installation of additional SCSI device
Support for standard CD-ROM formats

Operational Specifications

Performance
Read/Write time:	10-15 minutes
Media Load Time:	12 seconds
Sustained Transfer Rate:	4·34-7·84 MB/second
Data Buffer:	512 KB
Reliability
Mean swaps between failure:	100,000
MTBF:	>50,000 hours
MTTR:	<30 minutes
Interface:	SCSI-2 (single-ended)
Warranty:	1 Year

Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions & Weight	Crossfire	With Shipping Carton
Height:	12.25 inches (31.1 cm)	12.75 inches (32.4 cm)
Width:	9.0 inches (22.9 cm)	16.5 inches (39.4 cm)
Depth:	13.25 inches (33.6 cm)	19.25 inches (48.9 cm)
Weight:	30 lbs (13.6 kg)	34.5 lbs (15.6 kg)

Electrical Specifications

Line voltage range	100-240 V
Line frequency range	50-60 Hz
Current (maximum)	2.5 A
Current (typical)	0.25 A
Power consumption (typical)	<50 W

Environmental Specifications

	Operating	Non-Operating
Temperature:	41-122°F (5-50°C)	32-171°F (40-80°C)
Relative Humidity:	20-80%	5-95%
Atmosphere:	noncondensing	noncondensing
Vibration:	>0·3G (5-150Hz)	>0·5G (5-150Hz)
Shock:	>5 G (11 ms max.)	>50 G (11 ms max.)
Altitude:	10,000 ft (3,048 m)	30,000 ft (9,144 m)

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