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HDD Extension Unit
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
DX-ZD6UE
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL IS IMPORTANT TO YOU. PLEASE READ IT BEFORE USING YOUR HDD EXTENSION UNIT.
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NEDERLANDS ITALIANO ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ENGLISH
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Caution and care HEAVY OBJECTS SHOULD NEVER BE PLACED ON THE UNIT (E.G., MONITOR) NEVER TOUCH OR INSERT ANY OBJECT INSIDE THE UNIT Touching the inside of the cabinet or inserting foreign objects of any kind through the ventilation holes not only creates a safety hazard but can also cause extensive damage. PROTECT THE POWER CORD Damage to the power cord may cause fire or shock hazard. If the mains cord is damaged, turn OFF the MAIN switch and care- fully unplug the cord by holding the mains plug
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MAINS LEAD CONNECTION The mains lead on this Unit is fitted with a non-rewireable mains plug, incorporating a 5A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, use a 5A fuse approved by BSI or ASTA to BS 1362, ensuring you refit the fuse cover. If the mains plug is not suitable for the sockets in your home, and you require to remove the plug, remove the fuse, cut off the plug then dispose of the plug immedi- ately, to avoid a possible electric shock hazard. To refit a new plug, follow these instructions;
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Features/Contents Features HDD extension unit having a large-capacity hard disc drive (HDD) This unit is equipped with a high-reliability, high-speed, and large-capacity hard disc drive. HDD operation mode Among 2 HDD operation modes of spanning and mirroring, you can select the desired one. Power linkage function The power of this unit can be turned on/off by linking with the connected MITSUBISHI digital recorder's power supply. Warning function This unit is equipped with the terminal for infor
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Major operations and their functions Front view 1 2 3 4 1 POWER indicator When the EXTERNAL CONTROL switch is set to OFF or it is set to ON with the connected recorder turned on, this indicator illuminates while the MAIN switch on the rear panel is turned on. 2 HDD1, HDD2 indicators (ACCESS indicators) While HDD 1 or HDD 2 is being accessed, the corresponding indicator momentarily blinks green. They keep blinking during recording/copying of data. In case of an error, they blink or illumina
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Major operations and their functions (continued) Rear view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 MAIN switch TEMP ALM terminal Terminal for informing of high internal temperature. This is the main power switch. When using this unit, set this switch to ON. FAN ALM terminal Terminal for informing of abnormality of the fan. 2 AC power socket HDD ALM terminal Used to connect the power cord. Earth terminal is used Terminal for informing of abnormality of the HDD. for safety. Make sure to use the 100 to 240 V plug wit
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Notice • It is impossible to supply 5V DC power from this port. • Do not connect any devices other than DX-ZD6UE to these output ports. 7 ENGLISH
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Connections Connectable recorders MITSUBISHI DIGITAL RECORDER • DX-TL5000 series (DX-TL5000U, DX-TL5000E, DX-TL5000UA, DX-TL5000E400, DX-TL5000E(Z)) • DX-TL4500 series (DX-TL4516E, DX-TL4516E(Z), DX-TL4516U, DX-TL4509E, DX-TL4509E(Z), DX-TL4509U) The above stated models are connectable as of October 2007. Consult your dealer for the connection with other recorders. Connection example • Connect this unit and a digital recorder by using the supplied USB cable. • You can connect multiple DX-ZD6UE
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Precautions for connection Notice • When connecting 5 or more HDD extension units (with 2 HDDs mounted on each unit) to the digital recorder, you are recommended to use USB cable as illustrated below to prevent recognition error of digital recorder due to different start-up times among HDDs. Furthermore, before you start operation or when the power restores from a power failure, check that the HDDs are recognized correctly even when a small number of HDD extension units are connected. Digi
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Connections (continued) Startup Step 1 Turn ON the MAIN switch on the rear of this unit. Step 2 Turn on the MAIN switch on the rear of the recorder. • The POWER indicator of this unit illuminates when the power supply of this unit is not linked with the recorder. Step 3 After “POWER OFF” is displayed on the LCD of the recorder, press the POWER button on the front panel of the recorder. • The indicators of HDD 1 and HDD 2 on the front panel of this unit momentarily blink green. • When the power
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Setting the ID number of this unit Setting the ID number of this unit Step 1 Turn OFF the MAIN switch on the rear of this unit. Step 2 Remove the cover of this unit according to steps 1 to 3 of “Removing the HDD” on page 14. • The ID number is set using the ID rotary switch inside the cover. Inside the front cover ID rotary switch Step 3 Set the ID rotary switch to the desired number. • The ID number set in this step is displayed on the digital recorder's menu screen that is used to regis
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Setting the mode of this unit Mode selection HDD operation mode This unit has 2 HDD operation modes as described below. Step 1 Turn OFF the MAIN switch on the rear of this unit. Spanning mode Step 2 Remove the cover of this unit according to the This mode regards and uses 2 built-in HDDs as 1 HDD. The steps 1 to 3 of “Removing the HDD” on page total data capacity of 2 HDDs is available. 14. Notice • The mode is set using the MODE rotary switch inside • When either of the HDDs fails in th
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Step 7 Attach the cover of this unit according to steps 9 to 11 of “Attaching the HDD” on page 17. Step 8 Turn ON the MAIN switch on the rear of the unit. 13 ENGLISH
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Replacing the HDD Precautions for replacing the HDD Removing the HDD Notice WARNING • Do not remove the top cover of the unit. • Make sure to turn the MAIN switch on the rear of this Notice unit to OFF before attaching or removing the HDD. Step • Before you replace the HDD, read "Important 1 Push the left end of the screw covers on both safeguards" on pages i to iv and "Caution and sides of the cover to open. Care" on pages 2 and 3 again. Notice • Do not attach or remove the HDD unnecessaril
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Step Step 4 Disconnect 2 cords connected to the circuit 8 Pull out the HDD tray. board on the metal part. • Pull out the HDD tray completely. Step 9 Remove the HDD. • Remove 4 screws securing the HDD and then remove the HDD from the frame. Step 5 Remove the metal part. • Remove 4 screws on the metal part. Step 6 Pull out the HDD tray halfway. Step 7 Remove the cords. Notice • Because S-ATA connectors of HDD are very delicate, connect or disconnect the cords gently without applying exces
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Replacing the HDD (continued) Step 5 Attach the metal part. Attaching the HDD • Align the upper side first, then push the lower side Notice into the unit. • Take care not to deform the springs. • When you attach multiple HDDs, attach them in the order of HDD 1 and 2. • Pass the cord to be connected to the circuit board through the hole in the metal part. Step 1 Attach the new HDD onto the HDD tray with 4 screws. • Make sure to attach the HDD in the correct orientation. Step 6 Fix the meta
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Step 9 Attach the front covers. • Attach the left cover first and push it to the left. • Then, attach the right cover. Step 10 Fix the front covers with 2 screws. Step 11 Close the screw covers on both sides of the cover. T ips • Follow the same procedures to attach or remove HDD 2. 17 ENGLISH
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Troubleshooting Diagnosis by HDD indicators In the case that the HDD 1 or HDD 2 indicator on the front panel blinks or illuminates, check the problem in the HDD according to the chart below. START Both of the HDDs are not identified. Both indicators of HDD Yes The S-ATA cable may not be connected 1 and HDD 2 illuminate properly or a problem may occur in the red. HDDs. No Both indicators of HDD 1 Yes Yes Is the operation mode and HDD 2 blink red. set to mirroring? No No Is the MODE rotary
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Troubleshooting If problems with the unit persist even after you followed the suggestions below, please stop using the unit, disconnect the power cord and contact the retailer from whom you purchased the unit. Description of problem Please check the following The unit does not turn on. • Is the power cord properly plugged in? • Is the EXTERNAL CONTROL switch set to ON though the DC 12 V OUT terminal of the recorder and the CONT IN terminal of this unit are not connected ? This unit does n
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Specifications General Rated Power Supply: 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Rated Input: 0.75 - 0.4 A (100-240 V) Operating Temperature: 41 °F-104 °F (5 °C to 40 °C) Relative Humidity: Max. 80 (%) Altitude: Max. 2000 (m) Dimensions: 424 (Width) x 361 (Depth) x 49 (Height) (mm) Weight: 6.3 kg (with 2 HDD mounted) Control terminals CONT IN Input terminal linked with the power supply of the recorder CONT OUT Output terminal linked with the power supply of the recorder (CONT OUT is
