1.

OUTLINE

This specification provides a description for the TEAC FD-505, dual floppy
disk drive. The FD-505 has two drives in the size of a conventional 41mm
high 5.25 inch drive (equivalent to the TEAC FD-55GF), one is 1 inch high
5.25 inch mini floppy disk drive (TEAC FD-155GF, 1.6MB/1MB dual mode) and
the other is 0.5 inch high 3.5 inch micro floppy disk drive (TEAC FD-05HF,
2MB/1MB dual mode).
Hereinafter, the FD-155GF part is abbreviated as the 5.25" FDD, the FD-05HF
part as the 3.5" FDD, and the mixed part of the host interface for both FDDs
as the Adapter PCBA.
Tables 1-1 through 1-3 show the outline of the dual FDD, the 5.25" fDD, and
the 3.5" FDD.

Model name FD-505-000

Safety standard on label UL & CSA
Front bezel Beige (PS)
Eject button Beige (PS) for both 5.25"/3.5" FDDs
LED indicator color Green for both 5.25"/3.5" FDDs
Disk installation and One action manual installation and one action
ejection method manual ejection for both 5.25"/3.5" FDDs
Frame ground terminal Faston 187 tab on the rear side
Required power +5 ± 5% and +12 ± 10%
Input signal terminator lkQ± 5% each for 5.25"/3.5" FDDs, unremovable
Host interface Signal 34 pin card edge, conventional 5.25" type
connector
Power 4 pin, conventional 5.25" type
Strap setting For 5.25" On the Adapter PCBA: DS1, MONl
at delivery On the 5.25" FDD : DS1, UO
(See item 11.)
For 3.5" On the Adapter PCBA: DS2, MON4, DC
Host interface signal pin Pin 2 : HD IN input for 5.25" FDD, high density
assignment at delivery at high level (OPEN for 3.5" FDD)
Pin 4 : OPEN
Pin 10: MOTOR ON input for 3.5" FDD
Pin 12: DRIVE SELECT input for 5.25" FDD
Pin 14: DRIVE SELECT input for 3.5" FDD
Pin 16: MOTOR ON input for 5.25" FDD
Pin 34: DISK CHANGE for 5.25"/3.5" FDDs
Others: The same as the conventional FDDs
Other optional function Not equipped.

(Table 1-1) Dual FDD specification outline

Operation modes 1.6MB mode 1MB mode o.sMB mode
(unformatted capacity) Write/read Write/read Read only
5.25 inch disk used High density Normal density Normal density
2HD 2DD 2D
Data transfer rate sOOkbps 2s0kbpsl300kbps 2S0kbpsl300kbps
Disk rotational speed 360rpm 300rpm I 360rpm 300rpm I 360rpm
Track density 96tpi 96tpi (48tpi)
Track to track time 3msec
Required power +5V, +12V
Head load mechanism Not equipped. (CSS)
Function setting at 1. LED on condition: DRIVE SELECT and Ready
delivery (UO strap is on and IU strap is off.)
2. Spindle motor on condition: MOTOR ON
3. Speed mode: Single speed mode (360rpm for
high/normal densities, I strap is on.)
4. Auto-chucking/Auto-recalibration: Equipped.
5. INDEX/READ DATA output condition: Ready and
Seek-complete (Full mask, E2 strap is on.)
6. Density mode setting: Using HD IN signal_on
pin 2, High density at high level (LG
strap is off.)
7. DISK CHANGE/READY selection: DISK CHANGE
(RY/RD straps are off.)
Other optional function Not equipped.

(Table 1-2) 5.25" FDD specification outline

Operation modes 2MB mode, write/read 1MB mode, write/read

(unformatted capacity)
3.5 inch disk used High density (2HD) Normal density (2DD)
Data transfer rate SOOkbps 2s0kbps
Disk rotational speed 300rpm 300rpm
Track densitv 13Stpi 13Stpi
Track to track time 3msec
Required power +SV
Function setting at 1. LED on condition: DRIVE SELECT and Ready
delivery 2. Spindle motor on condition: MOTOR ON
3. Auto-chucking/Auto-recalibration: Equipped.
4. INDEX/READ DATA output condition:
Ready and Seek-complete (Full mask)
5. Density mode setting: Automatic setting by
detecting HD hole of an installed disk
6. DISK CHANGE/READY: Select by DC/RY straps
on Adapter PCBA (both are output from 3.5"
FDD) .
Other optional function Not equipped.

(Table 1-3) 3.5" FDD specification outline

 Normal density 1MB mode, write/read: Normal density disk (200)
Host system cannot identify preliminary which type of disk is installed in
the 3.5" FOO (the 3.5" FDD can know the installed disk type by discrimi-
nating the HD hole). It is required for the host controller to provide
some control such as read trial without errors or previous designation of
density mode for the host.

3. PHYSICAL SPECIFICATION

( I) Width 146mm (5.748 in), Nom.

(2) Height 41.3mm (1.626 in), Nom.
(3) Oepth 198mm (7.795 in), Nom., excluding front bezel
203mm (7.992 in), Nom., including front bezel
(4) Weight 920g (2.03 lbs), Nom., 9S0g (2.09 lbs), Max.
(S) External view See Fig.l.
(6) Cooling Natural air cooling
(7) Mounting: Mounting for the following directions are acceptable.
(a) Front loading, mounted vertically.
(b) Front loading, mounted horizontally with the 3.5" FDO up.
(c) Mounting angle in items (a) and (b) should be less than 15° with front
bezel up.
Note: ~s to the other mounting directions than the above will be consid-
ered separately.
(S) Installation With installation holes on the frame of the FDD.
Refer to Fig.!.
(9) Material of frame: Aluminum diecast
(10) Material of front bezel: PPHOX (Zyron, complying with UL94-SV)
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5. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Note: The following requirements are applied for the unpackaged FDD.

(1) Ambient temperature

(a) Operating 4 - Sl.7"C(39 - 12S"F)
(b) Storage -22 - 60"C(-8 - 140"F)
(c) Transportation: -40 - 6S"C(-40 - 149"F)
(2) Temperature gradient
(a) Operating : 20"C(36"F) or less per hour
(b) Storage and transportation
30"C(S4"F) or less per hour
(3) Relative humidity
(a) Operating 20 - 80% (no condensation)
Max. wet bulb temperature shall be 29.4"C(8S·F)
(b) Storage : 5 - 90% (no condensation)
. Max. wet bulb temperature shall be 40·C(104·F)
(c) Transportation: 5 - 95% (no condensation)
Max. wet bulb temperature shall be 4S"C(113"F)
(4) Vibration
(a) Operating 1.0G or less (10 - 100Hz, 10ct/min. sweep rate)
0.3SG or less (100 - 600Hz, 10ct/min. sweep rate)
(b) Transportation: 2G or less (10 - 100Hz, 1/40ct/min. sweep rate)
(5) Shock
(a) Operating
Write & read: SG (llmsec, 1/2 sine wave) or less
Read only lOG (llmsec, 1/2 sine wave) or less
Soft errors are allowed if they are recoverable
within three retries.
(b) Transportation: 60G (llmsec, 1/2 sine wave) or less
(6) Altitude (operating): -300m (-980 feet) - S,OOOm (16,400 feet)
6. RELIABILITY

(1 ) MTBF 20,000 power on hours or more (for typical operation duty)

(2 ) MTTR 35 minutes
(3) Design component life: 5 years
(4) Disk life : 3 X 10' passes/track or more
(5) Disk insertion: 3 X 10 4 times or more (each for 5.25"/3.5" FDD)
(6 ) Seek operation life
: 1 X 10 7 random seeks or more (each for 5.25"/3.5" FDD)
(7) Preventive maintenance: Not required (for typical operation duty)
(8) Error rate
(a) Soft error: 1 or less per 10' bits read
A soft (recoverable) error is defined that it can be read
correctly within three retries.
(b) Hard error: 1 or less per 10 12 bits read
A hard (unrecoverable) error is defined that it cannot be
read correctly within three retries. However, it is
recommended to be followed by a recalibration to track 00
and four additional retries.
(c) Seek error: 1 or less per 10' seeks
A seek error is defined that it can seek to a target track
within one retry including a recalibration to track 00.
(9) Safety standard: Complying with UL and CSA
(10) Electro-static discharge test: 15kV (150pF, 330Q) or more
No hard error and/or no component damage occur.when the
test is applied to the operator access area (front bezel
area) .
 TEAC FDSOS Combo Drive

Installation Manual

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3.$- diskt:ue lnsertlun window

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1n.s.et'1lon ,"ndo. 5.25· eject button

Your FD505 package includes:

... FD505 Combo Floppy Disk Drive

... Two AT type mounting rails
.. Screws to mount AT rails
... Registration card/que.stionnaire
... Installation guide
Introduction

==============================
Thank you for purchasing the TEAC FD505 Combo Floppy Disk Drive.
This product is intended for use in IBM~ PC ATQP and compatible
computers. It allows you to expand the usefulness of your present
computer by occupying one standard 5.25 inch computer bay, while
providing 5.25 inch and 3.5 inch diskette compatibility. You can then
utilize the other computer bay, norm<tlly occupied by a second floppy
drive, for other peripherals, such as a CD· Rom, tape, or hard drive.

Tools You M'iy Need

==============================

Depending on the design of your computer, you may need the following
tools to complete the installation.

~ a flat blade screwdriver

• a Phillips screwdriver
~ needle nosed pliers

Handling the FD·SOS Combo Drive

==============================

Please avoid placing your fingers on the upper cover. It is best to hold
the FD-SOS by the diecast frame, as indicated in Figure A.

3.5" roD upper coyer

Holdh•• pala..

Figure A

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Preparing your Personal Computer f~r FD50S Installalion

====================================

1. Unplug your computer.

2. Detach all input and output devices from your computer, such
as printer, keyboard, monitor, etc.

3. Remove cover from your computer. Refer to your computer

system manual for this procedure.

4. Note the two cables that are connected to your current floppy
disk drives, as these same cables will be required to install your
FD505. The floppy interface cable is the flat "ribbon" typc, and
the power connector consists of the 4 separatc wires attached
to a single connector. See Figure B.

5. Your system may also have a single ground wire attached to the
floppy disk drive. Carefully remove all these cables from your
floppy disk drive. Remove the current floppy drive from your
system.

6. Remove current floppy drives from your system and install the
FD-505.

Rear view of FD·505

Figure B

2
Attaching Mounling Ralls, If Required

====================================
Your system mayor may not require rails to mount the floppy drives.
r~uired, attach as shown in Figure C.
If rails are

l'apered tnd
toward' reor or
Combo Ori'~e

Att8cb mouurtaa nil to bottom

bole Ht on both Adu of the
Combo Drive (4 placu: Attach """'f
lhroUlth bottom
bole on mounttng
ntHs

Flgu.'c C

3
Configuring Drive A: lind Drive B:

The following two user definable configurations are available to

choose flOm at the time of installation. Your FD·505 Combo Drive
is factory con.figured to Option #1.
Option #1 - Factory Configuration

• Drive A: = 5.25 inch

• Drive 8: = 3.5 inch

a) Attach the" A" interface connector to the FD-505 (see Figure D)

3.5" Drive == B: 8 Connfftor

5.25" Orin =- A: (middle or <lIble)

Figure D

To Controller

b) Set jumpers as indicated

on Figure E.
c) Connect ground cable,
if your system requires.

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4
Conngurlng Drive A: and Drive B:
Option #2

• Drive A: = 3.5 inch

• Drive B: = 5.25 inch

a) Attach the "Aft interface cable to the FD·505 (see Figure F).

~ A ConneelDr
(end or <able)

3.5" Drhe - A:
s.z.,s" Or1w • 0.

8 ConneC:lor
(middle or <able)

Figure F
To Controller

b) Set jumpers as indicated.

on Figure G.
c) Connect ground wire,
if your system requires.
~DC
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5
Notes on Installing Your FD·SOS

=================-==================
Slide drive into any available bay. We recommend you use the
uppermost bay.

Make sure the mounting rails are aligned into the mating slots.

Lcocate your system's floppy drive ribbon cable. The cable may
be keyed to assist with alignment. If yours is not keyed, it
should be attached, so that the color strip (red or blue) on the
data cable is aligned with the edge of the floppy drive data
connector that has the key slot. nlis is Pin 1.

Reattach power connector.

Replace the cover.

Reattach all input and output devices.

Plug in computer.

Au.cll (p"'OUDd connector, .r requ.lnd

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 Trouble Shooting
Symptom Solution
Indicator light never turns on Make sure that the interface cable and
when executing READ or power cable arc properly connected and
I WRITE drive address strap is set correctly. Refer
to Pages 4 & 5.
I
Indicator light comes on as The ribbon cable may be reversed. Check
soon as power is applied and cable pin # 1 orientation.
stays on
Drive type mismatch during Check CMOS setup for correct drive type.
boot If the indicator comes on, check for head
rccalibration to Track 00, if it doesn't,
drive is bad.
Invalid media or Track 00 bad Attempted to format an HD diskette to
when formatting 720K or an DD diskette to 1.44MB, drive
is not properly set in CMOS setup, or
controller card is not configured correctly.
Check setup by referring to controller
documentation.
The same directory is displayed The disk change signal is not being output.
for different diskettes Check the drive for the correct disk
change strap setting (DC jumper), Or
Pin #34 on the ribbon cable is broken.
Drive not ready error reading No diskette inserted in the drive or motor
drive x not spinning. Call TEAC Tech Support,
General failure error reading Diskette not formatted, drive out of
drive x alignment, 720K disk formatted to
1.44MB, or 1.44MB disk fonnatted for
720K in the 3 1/2" drive.
Sector not found error Head seek error or drive out of alignment.
Call TEAC Tech Support.

TEAC Tech Support hot line: (323) _727 -4860 - ~

8:30a.m. ~ 5:00p.m., PST. Otherwise, leave message on our voice mail, or fax the
problem description to fAX (323) 869-8751 or EMAI L [email protected]
TEAC America, Inc, 7733 Telegraph Rd., Montebello, CA 90640

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1. OUTLINE

This specification provides a description for the TEAC FD-SOS, dual floppy
disk drive. The FD-50S has two drives in the size of a conventional 41mm
hight 5.25-inch drive (equivalent to the TEAC FO-55GF), one is 1 inch hight
S.2S-inch mini floppy disk drive (1.6MB/1MB dual mode) and the other is 0.6
inch hight 3.5-inch micro floppy disk drive (2MB/1MB dual mode).
Tables 1-1 through 1-3 show the outline of the dual FOO, the 5.25" FDD, and
the 3.5- FDD.

Model name, (Bare FDD) FD-S05 -lxx -2xx -3xx

Safety standard UL, CSA & IEC950(CB)

LED indicator color Green for both 5.25"/3.5" FDOs

Di$k installation and One action J;\anual installation and one action
ejection method manual ejection for both 5.25"/3.5" FOOs
Frame ground terminal Not equipped.
Required power +5V ± 5\ and +12V ± 10\
Signal output driver Open collector TTL
Input signal terminator lkQ ± 5\ unremovable
Host ineerface connector Applicable to the conectors of conventional
3.5" FDD.
Strap setting at delivery 5.25" FOD: 501, 3D2, 5M1, 3M2
Host interface signal pin Pin 2 : HD IN input for 5.25" FOD, high density
assignment at delivery at high level (OPEN state for 3.5" FDDl
(Refer to item 8.2) Pin 4 : NO CONNECTION for 5.25"/3.5" FODs
Pin 6 : NO CONNECTION for 5.25"/3.5" FOOs
Pin 10: MOTOR ON 2 input
Pin 12: DRIVE SELECT 1 input
Pin 14: DRIVE SELECT 2 input
Pin 16: MOTOR ON 1 input
Pin 34 : DISK CHANGE output for 5.25"/3.5" FOOs
Others: The same as the conventional FDDs
Accessory Not equipped.
Other optional function Not equipped.

Dual FDD specification outline

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Note: The following requirements are applied for the unpackaged FDD.

(1) Ambient temperature

(a) Operating 4 Sl.7"C(39 - 12S"F)
(b) Storage -22 - 60"C(-8 140"F)
(c) Transportation: -40 6S"C(-40 - 149"F)
(2) Temperature gradient
(a) Operating : 20"C(36"F) or less per hour
(b) Storage and transportation
30"C(S4"F) or less per hour
(3) Relative humidity
(a) Operating 20 - 80\ (no condensation)
Max. wet bulb temperature shall be 29.4"C(8S"F)
(b) Storage 5 - 90\ (no condensation)
. Max. wet bulb temperature shall be 40"C(104"F)
(c) Transportation: 5 - 95\ (no condensation)
Max. wet bulb temperature shall be 4S"C(113"F)
(4) Vibration
(a) Operating 1.0G or less (10 - 100Hz, loct/min. sweep rate)
0.3SG or less (100 - 600Hz, loct/min. sweep rate)
(b) Transportation, 2G or less (10 - 100Hz, 1/4oct/min. sweep rate)
(5) Shock
(a) Operating
Write & read: SG (llmsec, 1/2 sine wave) or less
Read only lOG (llmsec, 1/2 sine wave) or less
Soft errors are allowed if they are recoverable
within three retries.
(b) Transportation: 60G (11msec, 1/2 sine wave) or less
(6) Altitude (operating): -300m (-980 feet) - S,OOOm (16,400 feet)
RELIABILITY

(1) MTBF 20,000 power on hours or more (for typical operation duty)
(2) MTTR 35 minutes
(3) Design component life: 5 years
(4 ) Disk life : 3 X 10' passes/track or more
(5 ) Disk insertion: 3 X 10' times or more (each for 5.25"/3.5" FDD)
(6 ) Seek operation life
: 1 X 10 7 random seeks or more (each for 5.25"/3.5" FDD)
(7) Preventive maintenance: Not required (for typical operation duty)
(8 ) Error rate
(a) Soft error: 1 or less per 10' bits read
A soft (recoverable) error is defined that it can be read
correctly within three retries.
(b) Hard error: 1 or less per 10 12 bits read
A hard (unrecoverable) error is defined that it cannot be
read correctly within three retries. However, it is
recommended to be followed by a recalibration to track 00
and four additional retries.
(c) Seek error: 1 or less per 10' seeks
A seek error is defined that it can seek to a target track
within one retry including a recalibration to track 00.
(9) Safety standard: Complying with UL and CSA
(10) Electro-static discharge test: 15kV (150pF, 330Q) or more
No hard error and/or no component damage occur.when the
test is applied to the operator access area (front bezel
area) •
 TEAC FD-505 Combo Drive
Installation Guide

3.5" activity indicator

3.5" diskette insertion window

3.5' eject button

activity indicator .'i.25" diskette

5.25" eject button
insertion window

Your FD·505 package iucludes:

iii FD·505 Combo floppy disk drive
iii One edge card adapter
iii One power connector adapter
iii Registration card/questionnaire
iii Installation guide
Introduction Preparing your Personal Computer for FD-505 Combo Drive Installation
Thank you for purchasing the TEAC FD-505 Combo Floppy Disk Drive. This
product is intended for use in IBM@ PC AT@ compatible computers. Upgrading CAUTtON: TURN OFF YOUR COMPUTER AND UNPLUG IT FROM THE AC
IBM!AT systems requires Bastech driver installation. It allows you to expand the POWER SOURCE BEFORE INSTALLING THE FD-505, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
usefulness of your present computer by occupying one standard 5.25 inch RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK,
computer bay, while providing 5.25 inch and 3.5 inch diskette compatibility. You
can then utilize the other computer bay, normally occupied by a second floppy I. Unplug your computer.
drive, for other peripherals, such as a CD-ROM, tape, or hard drive.
2. Detach all input and output devices from your computer, such as printer,
This quality drive will provide trouble-free operation for your computer system if keyboard, monitor, etc.
properly installed. PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE INSTALLATION GUIDE
THOROUGHLY BEFORE YOU BEGIN THE INSTALLATION. Use a high 3. Remove cover from your computer. Refer to your computer system manual
density controller with optional bios to support 3.5 inch high density drive, if this for this procedure.
option is not available on your system bios. If you have questions or comments 4. Note the two cables that are connected to your current floppy disk drives, as
on the installation, please call TEAC Technical Support Center at the telephone these same cables will be required to install your FD-505. The floppy interface
number listed on the hack page of this Guide. cable is the flat "ribbon" type, and the power connector consists of the 4
separate wires attached to a single connector. See Figure B on next page.

Tools You May l'\eed 5. Your system may also have a single ground wire attached to the floppy disk
drivers). Carefully remove all cables from your floppy disk drivers).
Depending on the design of your computer, you may need the following tools
6. Remove current floppy drive(s) from your system and install the FD-505.
to complete the installation. '''~' \
o a flat blade screwdriver' "", Note: The FD-505 comes with two optional pieces of hardware to assist you with
oo a Phillips screwdriver
needle-nosed pliers
',' '\
correctly installing your Combo Drive. The two pieces are: a power connector
adapter cable and an edge card adapter (see below).

Handling the FD-505 Combo Drive

Please avoid placing your fingers on the upper cover. It is best to hold the
FD-505 by the diecast frame, as indicated by the arrows in Figure A.

Caution: Do not apply

pressure to this cover., "

Power Connector Adapter: You will need Edge Card Adapter: You will need
this adapter if your power supply cable does this adapter if your interface cable has
not have the smaller connector, like the one only the traditional edge card connec-
found on the FD-505 Combo Drive. tor. The edge card connector is
typically found on the 5.25 inch PODs.
However. if your cable has a pin
header connector then you do not need
Figure A this adapter.

)
2
 Rear view of FD·505 Configuring for Option #1:
Using an IBM PC compatible cable with a twist at the end connector (Figure C)
and the factory default strap settings I (shown in Figure D).
a) Connect the FD-505 Combo drive to conneetor A:
Connector A: is at the end of the cable as shown in the sketch.
b) Set the jumpers as indicated in Figure D.
c) Connect the gmund cable if your system requires it.

Pin #1 indicator
stripe (red or blue) Connector B'
~
Connector A:

Pin *1

Ground connector
Pin #34

Figure C

FD·505 Jumper Matrix

Figure B Default strap settings 1:
AB2;3D2
Be 1; 5D1
Configuring Drive A: and Drive B:
DE 2; 3M2
Your Combo Drive can be configmed in two ways at the time of installation.
EF 1 ; 5M1
Yau can choose either option.
Option #1 Option #2
Drive A: ~ 5.25" (1.2 MB) Drive A: 3.5" (1.44 MB)
Drive B: ~ 3.5" (1.44 MB) Drive B: ~ 5.25" (1.2 MB)

3Ml " r-l F 5Ml

3M2 r"l L!.J E 5M2 I
L"J • D ----~ioacr
) • '"I C 5D1
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) 3D2 r"l L!.J B 5D2
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3.5" (1.44 MBl • B 3.S"(1.44MB)cA:
5.25" (1.2 MBI ~ k 5.25" (1.2 MBI· B:

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Configuring for Option #2: Notes on Installing Your FD-505

To reverse drive assignments using an IBM PC compatible cable (Figure E) with Slide drive into any available bay. We recommend you use the uppennost bay.
a twist at the end connector and the default strap settings. Make sure the mounting rails are aligned into the mating slots. (if rails are attached)

a) Connect the FD-505 Combo drive to connector B: (the untwisted connector). Locate your system's floppy drive ribbon cable. The cable may be keyed to assist
Connector B: is the connector to left of the end connector. with alignment. If yours is not keyed, it should be attached, so that tlie color strip
(red or blue) faces the center of the drive Uumper block). This is Pin l.
b) Set the jumpers as indicated on previous page in Figure D. 1. Reattach power connector.
2. Replace the cover.
c) Connect the gt'OWld wire if your system requires it.
3. Reattach all input and output devices.
This will create the Option 2 drive assignments, namely: 4. Plug in computer.
Option #2
Drive A ~ 3.5 (1.44 MB) Attaching Mounting Rails, if required
Drive B ~ 5.25 (1.2 MB) Your system mayor may not require rails to mount the floppy drives.
a If rails are required, please call TEAC parts department and order rail kit
ConnedorB: Connector A: for the FD-235. Tel: 32.3 726-0303 Ext. 840 (TEAC PIN: 10000000-60).
Attach rails as shown in Figure G.
Pin #1
The tapered end of each rail, when mounted, should point toward the back of tbe
floppy drive.
Note: Each rail is marked on the inside surface with "R" indicating the right rail
Pin #34 or an "L" for the left rail.

Figura E Caution: Do not apply

pressure to this cover.

To create the Option #2 drive assignments USING THE CONNECTOR A:

a) Connect the FD-505 Combo drive to connector A:
b) Set the jumpers as indicated in Figure F, i.e. Strap setting 2.
c) Connect the ground wire if your system requires it.

FD-505 Jumper Matrix

Strap settings 2:
AB I ~5D2
Be 2 = 301
J~
DE I ~5M2 Btock •
When attaching rails, place
EF 2 = 3Ml
I5Ml screws throll&}t the bottom
hole of each set of holes on
3Ml ·· ·
IfOl
F
E 5M2
mar
the rail. (some rails have
only one hole per 1ocaIion).
Attach mounting rail to
the bottom hole on each
Attach ground cormcclor,
if required

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3M2 side of the Combo Drive
D (4 places).
C 501 3.5"(1.44MB)oAo
301
302 ·· "il
·
B
A
502 5.25"(1.2MB)oB, FlguraG

2 =
Figura F
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 Trouble Shootiug

Symptom Solution

Indicator light never turns on Make sure that the interface cable and
when executing READ or WRITE. power cable are properly connected and
drive address strap is set correctly.

Indicator light comes on as soon The ribbon cable may be reversed.

as power is applied and stays on. Check the pin #I orientation.

Drive type mismatch during boot. Check CMOS setup for correct drive
type. If the indicator comes on, check
for head recalibration to Track 00; if it
doesn't, drive may be malfunctioning.

Invalid media or Track 00 bad Attempted to fonnat an HD diskette to

when formatting. 720K or DO diskette to 1.44MB. Drive is
not properly set in CMOS setup. Or
controller card is not configured correctly.
Check setup by referring to controller
documentation. For ffiMiAT upgrade,
Bastech driver must also be installed.

The same directory is displayed Controller card is not receiving disk

for different diskettes. change signaL Check the drive for the
correct disk change strap setting. Pin
#34 on the ribbon cable is broken. Or
disk drive is malfunctioning.

Drive not ready error reading No diskette inserted in the drive or

drive X. motor not spinning. Drive may need
service.

General failure error reading Diskette rot formatted. Drive out of

drive X. alignment. LD or NO disk formatted
to 1.44MB. HD disk formatted for
nOK in the 3%" drive.

Seclor not found error. Head seek error or drive out of alignment.

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