Mitsumi CD-ROM Diagnostic Program

This software inspects the performance of your MITSUMI FX series CD-ROM drives.

This software can only be used in "MS_DOS Mode". (Does not work in MS_DOS Prompt)

Please refer to the following information and check the cable connection before using the diagnostic program.

1) Preparation

Prepare the following:

-Data CD-ROM (For example: Microsoft Windows 95/98 CD-ROM) for Read Performance testing. Please do not use recorded CD-R or RW discs for this test.
-Audio CD-ROM for Audio Playability testing.
-A pair of headphones or speakers to play and listen to the music.


2) Software Installation

After extracting the file, type [fxcheck.exe] at your extracted directory. 

3) Execution

Press [F1] key to start the program. (Perform all items)

4) Test Items

1.Drive recognition
This software automatically recognizes the drive. (All Mitsumi CD-ROM Drives.)
If you can not see the Port, Model, or F/W information, please check the cable connection.

2.Tray eject test
Please follow the instructions on your screen:

-Does the tray open when you press the eject button?

YES: Press [Enter]
NO: Press [Space] key

-Does the tray close when you press the eject button?

YES: Press [Enter]
NO: Press [Space] key

-Do you have any other mechanism or LED related problems?

Other Problems:
Tray closes or opens with a loud noise.
Tray closes automatically without pressing the eject button. 
Loading speed is very slow.
Disc makes a scratching noise.
LED lamp is blinking.

YES:Press [Space] key
NO:Press [Enter]

3. Read Performance test (search time and transfer rate)
Insert the Data CD-ROM and press [Enter].
Please make sure the CD does not have any scratches or fingerprints.

4. Audio Playability test
Insert the Audio CD-ROM and press [Enter]. Please connect the speaker to the CD-ROM's headphone jack. If you can hear music from both channels without any problems, press [Enter], otherwise press the [Space] key.
Please make sure the CD does not have any scratches or fingerprints.

5. How to stop the diagnostic test.
Press [ESC] and then [Enter] any time during the test. This will abort the test.

6. Log File
This program automatically creates a log file which includes the test results. Should you have any problems, please contact Mitsumi Technical Support with this log file.

Technical Support: Email support@mitsumi.com