Method of and apparatus for detecting type of disc

Details Method of and apparatus for detecting type of disc Method of and apparatus for detecting type of disc

2006-09-26

2006-09-26

Tran, Thang V. (Department: 2627)

Dynamic information storage or retrieval

Condition indicating, monitoring, or testing

Including radiation storage or retrieval

C720S616000

Reexamination Certificate

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07113465

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for detecting a type of a disc in a disc drive system includes measuring an elapsed time between when a disc tray is in an open state and when it completely closes, comparing the elapsed time with a predetermined reference value, and determining whether the disc is a cartridge-type or a general-type based on the comparison result.

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