Disc Makers EliteMicro Assembly instructions

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VERSION 1.2
07/26/04
Hardware Installation and Setup Guide
EliteMicro CD-R/DVD-R Publisher
USB 2.0

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Service and Contact Information
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system. Our goal is to minimize your downtime and maximize the return on your investment. We offer
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FOREWORD
It is illegal to duplicate copyrighted discs for any reason other than personal use, unless you happen
to be the copyright owner. The EliteMicro recording unit is intended for use only to those identities
that are the owners of the copyright or are properly licensed to use the copyright.
Copyright, Trademark and Service Mark Acknowledgement
Manual Revision 110904
Disc Makers and the Disc Makers logo © Disc Makers
EliteMicro is a trademark of Disc Makers
Microsoft, Windows, XP and .NET are registered Trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
Intel and Celeron are registered Trademarks of Intel Corporation
Plextor is a registered trademark of Plextor Corporation
Pioneer is a registered trademark of Pioneer Electronics
Padus and Discjuggler are registered trademarks of Padus Inc
Primera is a registered trademark of Primera Technology, Inc
Signature IV is a trade name of Primera Technology, Inc
Discus is a trademark of Magic Mouse Productions, Inc
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
This manual and its contents © 2001 2002 2003 2004 Amtren Corporation
The EliteMicro is manufactured under license of Patent 6,141,298 and other Patents Pending

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Table of Contents
Welcome and Introduction ........................................................... 5
Installation Requirements and Cautions……………………….. .... 6
Hardware Configuration .............................................................. 7-8
Minimum PC Hardware Requirements ........................................ 9
Unpacking the Hardware ............................................................. 10-11
Carton Contents .......................................................................... 12
Installation of Printer Adapter Kit ................................................. 13
Installation of Printer .................................................................... 14
Connection of the EliteMicro ....................................................... 15
Turn On EliteMicro & Install Drivers ............................................. 16-17
Powering Off Duplicator ............................................................... 18
Powering On Printer..................................................................... 19
Startup CD-ROM ......................................................................... 20-21
Installation of Recording Software .............................................. 22-23
Installation of Autoloader Command Console ............................. 24-26
Using Drive Assigner ................................................................... 27
Installation of Labeling Software ................................................. 28
Disabling CD ROM “Auto-Run” .................................................... 29
Set Print Image for Media ............................................................ 30-32
Load Blank CDs and Start Duplication ........................................ 33-34
Set Print Image for DiscJuggler ................................................... 35
Start the Job................................................................................. 36-37
Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 38-39
Warranty……………………………………………………… ........... 40

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EliteMicro™ with Inkjet Printer
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the EliteMicro CD-R / DVD-R publisher. This system has been designed and
manufactured under strict quality guidelines to give you years of dependable and trouble free
operation.
The EliteMicro comes with all the hardware and software needed for easy installation with your
computer hardware. Please be sure to review the minimum computer requirements prior to
installation.
The EliteMicro comes standard with a CD-R writer or a DVD-R/CD-R writer that is controlled by
Padus’® award-winning DiscJuggler® recording software. The recording software offers an easy to
use duplication process with trouble-free operation. The DiscJuggler® software is firmly embedded
within the EliteMicro™ Autoloading software, providing seamless and reliable operation.
If you purchased the optional CD Printer Adapter Kit hardware, Discus© labeling software is included
to enhance your discs. The Discus© label design software is a simple and easy-to-use program that
will enable you to create professional quality CDs and DVDs.

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Installation Requirements and Cautions
The EliteMicro is an investment for your company. It is very reliable and you can count on it to
produce quality CDR and DVDR disks as needed, over and over for many years.
Review and try to double check the following items if, after following the installation directions
in this manual, the system does not work correctly.
1- Burn speed is set too high. This problem is a leading and unnecessary trouble spot and
causes CDRs and DVDRs to be wasted. The EliteMicro uses an automated process and
production throughput is based on many factors. In the early stages of using this system
we recommend that you set your DATA burn speed at 60% and your AUDIO burn speed at
40% of the rated drive speed. (For example, set at 40x for 52x CD writers and set at 2x for
4x DVDR writers.) Once you understand the overall process, then you may want to adjust
these settings. In over 90% of cases, increasing the burn speed will not increase the
production and/or output of the Elite.
2- Cables are not connected. Verify that all cables are connected.
3- Improper or bad print files (output.prn). Print a label manually before you make the print
file. Be sure what you are sending the printer can be used.
4- Print file not set. The print file is not properly set in the recording software.
5- Media placed upside down (or label side down). If media is inserted upside down into a
write drive, the Elite cannot determine what has occurred and will generally lock up. Pay
close attention to the way the media is stacked when it is received from the supplier. Insert
the blanks into the input section as they are stacked from the supplier.
6- Bad media. Taiyo Yuden (TY) media and DiscMakers Ultra media, which are certified to
the speed listed on your write drive, are recommended by the drive manufactured for use
on the Elite. Optical Write Media is made with different methods, depending on the
manufacturer. Do not sacrifice your product by using cheap media. Use of consumer
media and/or media that is “specially priced” is not recommended either. This is generally
write disc product rejected when a manufacturer makes commercial write media. Poor
quality discs will cause operational and quality issues.
7- Changing settings. The Elite and the software provided are preset for optimal performance.
Do not make any changes in the setup options of the recording software unless you test
and verify that your settings changes do not affect operational performance.
8- Serial number not correctly entered into the software. If the recording software does not
have the correct serial number, it will default to demo or 1x burn speed. Enter the number
carefully.

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Hardware Configuration
Before starting the installation, please review the following figures showing the EliteMicro hardware
and functions.
Pick Arm
Input Spindle
Output Spindle
AC Power Input
Power Switch
USB 2.0 to PC USB 2.0 to Printer
Printer Control Cable

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EliteMicro with color inkjet printer
Printer Guide
Disc Printer
Printer Controls

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Minimum Hardware and Software Requirements
Desktop duplication systems change rapidly and the EliteMicro was designed for use with PC
systems that are relatively new models.
The following are minimum requirements for the PC to which the EliteMicro is to be connected. These
are very important. Due to the high speed of the writer, sufficient memory and FAST hard drives are
required.
Minimum PC Requirements:
• 1.0 GHz Celeron® Processor or equivalent
• 256 MB RAM
• 7200 RPM 20 GB Hard drive (CD-R) with 50% free space
• 7200 RPM 40GB (DVD-R) with 70% free space
• Available USB 2.0 Port*
Software Requirements:
• Windows 2000 or Windows XP
* CAUTION: Use only with a USB 2.0 port. The use of USB 1.1 will dramatically reduce performance.
If Windows displays a message that a fast USB device is detected on a slow USB port, then you need
to upgrade your computer by adding a USB 2.0 port.

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This brief setup guide is provided to get the EliteMicro operational out of the box. Once you get the
system operational, complete online help can be accessed from the DiscJuggler HELP Section.
Step 1
Unpacking the Hardware:
Your EliteMicro system is shipped in one main carton. If you ordered an EliteMicro with printer, you'll
also receive a box with the printer adapter kit and a box with the inkjet printer.
Main Carton w/ EliteMicro
• USB 2.0 Cable
• AC Power Cord
• Printed Manual
• Installation CD with EliteMicro Software
Printer Adapter Kit Carton
• Printer Guide Plates (2 pcs)
• Printer Control Cable
• Label Printing Software
Carefully open the boxes and remove the top protective cardboard sheet. You will then be able to
remove the contents from the top section of the carton.
Remove the top foam section from the shipping carton. This will reveal the EliteMicro in a plastic bag.
Grasp the EliteMicro on the top section and place the other hand underneath the unit. Gently lift out of
the shipping box and set onto a table.
Remove the EliteMicro out of the bag and place all shipping components back into the shipping
carton for future use.
Next, remove the printer and adapter kit from their shipping carton and place all the components on
the table.
Account for all the components.
NOTE: Any item that needs to be returned for a warranty repair must be returned in original
packaging. You must call Disc Makers for a return authorization number (RMA) before returning any
product. In the event that the original packaging has been discarded, you can purchase replacement
packaging from Disc Makers. The sender will be responsible for any damage incurred if product is not
returned in original or replacement packaging. To obtain replacement packaging, call Disc Makers
technical support at 1-888-800-4041 with the model of your duplicator.

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EliteMicro Carton with
Hardware located in top section. View of Contents of Top-Hat Foam Section.
EliteMicro with the Top-Hat
Foam section removed. Place a hand on the top piece and the other hand under the
unit to remove.
Carefully lift out as shown. Remove from bag.
NOTE: Do not attempt to raise the CD Pick Arm by hand; the software will position the Pick
Arm when the EliteMicro is initialized.

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Main Carton w/ EliteMicro
• USB 2.0 Cable
• AC Power Cord
• Installation CD with EliteMicro Software
• Hardware Setup Manual
Printer Adapter Kit Carton
• Printer Guide Plates (2 pcs)
• Printer Control Cable
• Installation CD with Label Printing Software

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Step 2
Installation of the Printer Adapter Kit and on-disc Printer
Locate the two sheet metal printer guides that are included with the EliteMicro Printer Adapter Kit.
Refer to Figure 9.1 on the next page and arrange the guides as shown.
Remove the black knob that will hold the two guides together. Place the guides together as shown in
Figure 9.2 and then replace the black knob, tighten securely. (Hand Tighten)
Next, arrange the guide as shown in Figure 9.3 and USING THE INSERTATION ANGLE
INDICATED, place the EliteMicro Recording unit onto the guide.
Next insert the on-disc Printer as shown in Figure 9.4. and USING THE INSERTATION ANGLE
INDICATED, place the printer onto the guide. Holding the printer with hands on the left and right side,
insert the front of the printer first (at an angle), then let the back section gently drop into place. The
printer should be securely inserted into the print holder tray and should be completely level.
Review your configuration and confirm it matches Figures 9.5 and 9.6.
Plug the Printer Control Cable (mini din cable similar to a keyboard cable with connectors on both
ends) into matching connectors in the rear of the EliteMicro and the rear of the Printer. (Figures 9.7 &
9.8)
Plug the USB printer cable provided with the CD Printer into the rear of the printer and into the
auxiliary USB port on the rear of the Micro.(Figure 9.8)
DO NOT PLUG IN OR POWER ON THE PRINTER YET. Printer power on occurs after installation
and setup of the EliteMicro. See Step 5 on page 19.

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Installation of the Printer Adapter Kit and On-disc Printer
Figure 9.1
Locate the two sheet metal printer guides and arrange
as shown. Remove the upper right black knob.
Figure 9.2
Place the guides together as shown and then replace
the black knob as indicated above. Tighten securely.
Figure 9.3
Next, arrange the guide as shown. Using the
INSERTATION ANGLE indicated, place the
EliteMicro recording unit into the guide.
Figure 9.4
Next, insert the printer into the guide as shown.
Insert the front end of the printer at an angle, then
let the back section gently drop into place.
Figure 9.5
Review your configuration and confirm it
matches the picture above.
Figure 9.6
Review your configuration and confirm it
matches the picture above.
Figure 9.7
Plug Printer Control Cable and USB Cable for
the CD Printer into the EliteMicro as shown.
Figure 9.8
Plug the Printer Control Cable and USB
Cable into the CD Printer as shown.

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Step 3
Installation and Connection of AC Power and USB 2.0 Cable
Plug the USB 2.0 Cable into the connector labeled “USB To PC” located on the left side of the rear of
the Elite unit. This connector is identical to the common connectors of standard computers.
Arrange your PC on the same table as your EliteMicro unit. Connect the other end of the USB cable
into an available USB 2.0 port on your PC. Your PC should be off at this time.
Plug the power cord into the power supply of the EliteMicro, also located on the rear side. Plug into a
standard 115V AC outlet.
Use of a common plug strip with AC filtering, as is common with most high-end computers, is
recommended for the EliteMicro. Also if the unit is to be located in an area where the utility or
power company experiences frequent outages, utilizing a Universal Power Supply (UPS) is
strongly recommended.
NOTE: Review your entire unit and be sure that you have four (4) cables connected to the EliteMicro
Unit, three (3) cables connected to the printer and one (1) cable connected to your PC.
There is an “Open/Lock” slider button on the each side of the unit, which should remain in the “Lock”
position and is intended for use by qualified service technicians only.
AC Power Input
Power Switch
USB 2.0 to PC USB 2.0 to Printer
Printer Control Cable

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Step 4
Turn on your EliteMicro Unit & Install Drivers
Ensure that all the cables are properly connected (see Step 3 on page 15). Turn on your PC. Locate
the EliteMicro Installation and Support CD-ROM and insert it into your PC’s CD-ROM drive. If a web
page automatically launches, minimize it for now. Turn on the EliteMicro by using the power switch
located on the rear of the unit (see image on page 15). Windows will detect new hardware and
prompt you for drivers.
Make sure the Installation and Support CD ROM is in your computer’s CD ROM drive. In most cases,
Windows can install the necessary drivers automatically. If Windows is unable to locate the driver,
select “Install from a list or specific location” and click on “Next”, as shown in Fig. 4.1. Uncheck
“Search removable media” and select the radio button beside the “Include this location in the search”
option. Click on the “Browse” button (Fig.4.2) and navigate to the “LoaderDriver” folder on the
Installation and Support CD, as shown below in Fig. 4.3.
Click the “OK” button and then “Next” on the window that follows. XP will display a warning stating
that the drivers have not passed XP Logo testing as shown in Fig. 4.4. Click on “Continue Anyway.”
Figure 4.1
Figure 4.2
Figure 4.3 Figure 4.4

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Figure 4.5 Figure 4.6
Click on “Finish” to complete the installation. Windows will now detect additional hardware. Follow the
same steps as before to install the additional hardware.
The software will create a USB Serial Port for the
EliteMicro Duplicator to use. Typically, the port will
be assigned the next available COM Port number. It
will be listed in the Windows Device Manager when
the EliteMicro is turned on and connected to your
computer.
Windows 2000 users:
Note that the above installation process may look
slightly different if you are using Windows 2000.
Windows 2000 users should select the
recommended “Search for a suitable driver” option,
unselect their CD ROM drive and specify the
“LoaderDriver” folder on the Installation and Support
CD.

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Powering off your EliteMicro CD Duplicator:
It is recommended that you turn your PC off before turning off your EliteMicro. If it is necessary to
leave your PC on and turn the EliteMicro off, make certain that you first close any applications or
windows that are using the duplicator or the duplicator’s drive. This includes DiscJuggler, ACC, and
any open window that is displaying the contents of a CD in the EliteMicro’s drive.

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Step 5
Printer Power On
Installation of AC Adapter and Powering on the Printer:
Place the AC Power Adapter that was provided with the on-disc printer next to the rear of the printer
and plug into a standard 115VAC outlet. Plug the other end into the power connector on the rear of
the printer.
Please note that in addition to installing label making software you will be required to install the
Printer Driver included with your printer. Follow the directions included with the CD Printer to install
the drivers and ink cartridges.
The EliteMicro is generally preset for the printer. Once the unit is connected and operational, you may
have to perform an alignment of the printer.
NOTE: When your on-disc printer is connected to the EliteMicro via the printer control cable, the
EliteMicro must be powered on first. If not, the disc printer will not respond properly.

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Installation of Startup CD
Locate the EliteMicro Installation and Support CDROM (that was used to install autoloader drivers
earlier), insert it into your PC’s CDROM drive and it will automatically open to a setup screen. Note: If
your CDROM drive is not set to autoplay, open the CDROM and click on click_here.htm.
Once the Installation CDR is deployed, you will have several options displayed on the screen.
Each of these options is briefly outlined on the following pages.
The DiscJuggler link in Step 2 of the Installation and Support CD installs the following two programs:
DiscJuggler Pro: Local Batch Mode Duplication from any source.
This software will be used to master your CDR/DVDRs and
control the autoloading-printing process.
ImageJuggler: Local FAST Duplicate and Print Mode with
asynchronous operation of the drives and the printer. This mode is
best used for medium to high volume production tasks. The
production output will be significantly higher than the batch mode.
To use the ImageJuggler program, you must first create an image
of your CD using DiscJuggler Pro. ImageJuggler should only be
used by experienced operators.
The AutoLoader Command Console link in Step 3 of the Installation and Support CD installs
ACC.
The ACC (Autoloader Control Console) provides a graphical
interface allowing you to troubleshoot, update, and adjust your
EliteMicro unit. This is a useful utility for setup and maintenance of
the EliteMicro. You may have to install the .NET Framework, also
located on this CD, before installing this software.