Description
Future Domain IDE-16003 16-bit ISA IDE CD-ROM Controller RCA Stereo Audio
The Future Domain IDE-16003 is a 16-bit ISA expansion card that provides an IDE (ATA) interface for connecting CD-ROM drives to ISA-bus personal computers. It also includes a pair of external RCA stereo jacks on the bracket, allowing CD audio output from a connected CD-ROM drive to be routed to external speakers or audio equipment without passing through a separate sound card.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: Future Domain IDE-16003, Revision V2
- Part Number: 01-01602-023-02
- FCC ID: HK9224IDE16000
- Bus Interface: 16-bit ISA
- Drive Interface: IDE (ATA) — IDE header connector on PCB
- Audio Output: External RCA stereo jacks (composite audio) on rear bracket
- Main ICs: Motorola SN74LS245N bus transceiver; GAL16V8B programmable logic device
- PCB Date: Copyright 1994, Made in China
- Form Factor: Standard ISA half-length card with full-height bracket
- Included: Card only — no IDE cable or audio cable included
Applications
The IDE-16003 was designed for mid-1990s ISA-bus PCs that lacked a built-in IDE controller or needed a dedicated port for a CD-ROM drive. During this era — before IDE became standard on motherboards — add-in IDE controller cards like this one were a common and necessary part of a CD-ROM upgrade. The onboard RCA audio jacks let the user connect the CD-ROM drive's analog audio output directly to amplified speakers, which was a popular approach before digital audio extraction became standard. These cards are sought today by collectors and hobbyists restoring vintage 486 and early Pentium systems, and by anyone needing to add or replace an ISA IDE controller in a period-correct PC build.
This Future Domain IDE-16003 16-bit ISA IDE CD-ROM controller card has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. The PCB is clean with no visible damage, cracked traces, or broken components. The RCA stereo audio jacks on the bracket are intact. The card shows light handling wear consistent with prior use. Please review all photos and contact us with any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Future Domain |
Model: |
IDE-16003 |
MPN: |
IDE-16003 |
Secondary Model: |
01-01602-023-02 |
SKU: |
33573 |
Type: |
ISA IDE CD-ROM Controller Card |
Bus Interface: |
16-bit ISA |
Interface: |
IDE (ATA) |
Audio Output: |
RCA Stereo (Composite Audio Jacks) |
Board Revision: |
V2 |
FCC ID: |
HK9224IDE16000 |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
China |
Form Factor: |
ISA Card / Half-Length |
Compatible With: |
ISA-bus PCs, CD-ROM drives with IDE interface |
Chipset: |
Motorola SN74LS245N; GAL16V8B |
Seller Notes: |
Card only; no cables or accessories included. |
Condition Notes: |
Future Domain IDE-16003 ISA IDE CD-ROM controller card in good used condition. PCB is clean with no visible damage; RCA audio jacks intact. Light handling wear. Please contact us with any questions. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |