Disc Makers EliteMicro Assembly instructions

EliteMicro
CDR / DVDR Publisher
Hardware Installation and Setup Guide
USB 2.0

EliteMicro Setup Guide
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EliteMicro Setup Guide
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 032204 Rev USB
Discmakers and the Discmakers logo © Discmakers
EliteMicro is a trademark of Discmakers
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
Sanyo is a registered trademark of Sanyo Corporation
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
FlexWriter is a trademark of Amtren Corporation
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of it’s respective owners.
This manual and it’s 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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EliteMicro Setup Guide
Table of Contents
Welcome and Introduction 5
Hardware Configuration 6-7
Minimum PC Hardware Requirements 8
Unpacking the Hardware 9-10
Carton Contents 11
Installation of Printer Adapter Kit 12-13
Connection of the EliteMicro 14
Startup CDROM 15-16
Installation of Recording Software 17-19
Installation of Autoloader Command Console 20-22
Installation of Labeling Software 23
Disabling CD ROM “Auto-Run” 24
Arranging Icons & Turning Unit On 25
Set Up a Job 26-28
Set Up Print Image 29-33
“Cycle Only Option” 34
Start the Job 35
Using Drive Assigner 36
Troubleshooting 37
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EliteMicro™ and Inkjet Printer.
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the EliteMicro CDR / DVDR publisher. This system has been
designed and manufactured under strict quality guidelines. This product will provide years of
dependable and trouble free operation.
Description
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The EliteMicro is a single writer desktop CDR or DVD/CDR copying and printing solution in
a single footprint. As the smallest and most versatile duplication system on the market
today, the EliteMicro offers you endless possibilities to automate your CDR or DVD/CDR
duplication and printing needs.
The fast and advanced Center-Pick autoloading mechanism will provide ease of use and
trouble-free operation. The EliteMicro components are based on industrial design
technology that will provide years of trouble-free operation.
The EliteMicro is provided with all the hardware and software that allows easy installation
with customer provided computer hardware. Please be sure to review the minimum
computer requirements. Failure to observe these requirements could affect the
performance of your EliteMicro and quality of your recorded product.
The EliteMicro comes standard with a CDR Writer or a DVDR/CDR Writer that is controlled
by Padus’s® 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 a
seamless and reliable solution to the user.
If you purchased the optional CD Printer Adapter Kit hardware, Discus© labeling software is
included to enhance your product. The Discus© label making software is a simple and easy
to use program that will enable you to create professional quality CD/DVD labels.
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Hardware Configuration
Before starting the installation, please review the following figures showing the EliteMicro
Hardware and Functions
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Customer Minimum Hardware and Software Requirements
Desktop systems change rapidly and the EliteMicro was designed for use with PC systems
that are relatively new models. It is recommended that you operate your new EliteMicro with
the best possible hardware. This will ensure you a recording and printing system that will
operate smoothly and efficiently.
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:
 1.6 GHz Celeron® Processor or equivalent
 256 MB RAM
 7200 RPM 20 GB Hard drive (CDR) with 50% free space
 7200 RPM 40GB (DVDR) with 70% free space
 Available External Com Port (for RS232 to autoloader)
 Available USB 2.0 Port *
 Available Parallel Port (for CD printer)
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 and if the printer adapter kit is
ordered, a second carton is included. If you purchased the CD Printer, it is shipped in a
separate box.
Carefully open the box and remove the top protection cardboard sheet. You will then be
able to remove the following:
Main Carton w/ EliteMicro Printer Adapter Kit Carton
 USB 2.0 Cable
 DB9 Serial Loader to PC Cable
 AC Power Cord
 Installation CD for EliteMicro
Software
 Hardware Setup Manual
 Printer Guide Plates (2 pcs)
 Printer Control Cable
 Printer Parallel Cable
 Installation CD for Label Printing
Software
Set the components on a table that will hold the EliteMicro unit and your PC. Next, by lifting
straight up, carefully remove the foam container and foam protection over the EliteMicro
unit. You will see 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. It is important to always ship the EliteMicro in its proper
container so storage of the box and accessories is important. In the event you misplace your
packaging and need to ship the EliteMicro contact the service department and a new
shipping container will be shipped out.
Next remove the printer from its shipping carton and place all the components on the table.
Account for all the components.
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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
 DB9 Serial Loader to PC Cable
 AC Power Cord
 Installation CD for EliteMicro Software
 Hardware Setup Manual
Printer Adapter Kit Contents
 Printer Guide Plates (2 pcs)
 Printer Control Cable
 Printer Parallel Cable
 Installation CD for Label Printing Software
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Step 2
Installation of the Printer Adapter Kit
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 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 into the guide.
Next insert the CD Printer as shown in Figure 9.4. USING THE INSERTATION ANGLE
INDICATED, place the CD Printer into the guide. Holding the printer with hands on the left
and right side, insert the front on the printer at an angle first, then let the back section “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 CD Printer Control Cable (mini din cable similar to a keyboard cable and has
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 parallel printer cable provided with the Printer Adapter Kit into the rear of the printer
and into the parallel port of your PC. (Figure 9.8)
Place the AC Power Adapter that was provided with the CD 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.
If you received a new printer with the EliteMicro, follow the printer documentation. Turn on
the printer and install the print cartridge that was shipped with the CD Printer.
The EliteMicro is generally preset for the CD Printer. Once the unit is connected and
operational, you may have to perform an alignment 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. Please refer to the printer manual for details.
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Installation of the CD Printer
Figure 9.1
Locate the two sheet metal printer guides and
arrange as shown, remove black knob
Figure 9.2
Place the guides together as shown and then replace the
black knob, 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 CD Printer as shown
USING THE INSERTATION ANGLE INDICATED,
place the CD Printer into the guide
Figure 9.5
Review your configuration and confirm it matches as shown
Figure 9.6
Review your configuration and confirm it matches as shown
Figure 9.7
Plug in CD Printer Control Cable into
the EliteMicro as shown
Figure 9.8
Plug in the CD Printer Control Cable and the parallel
Cable into the Printer as shown
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Step 3
Installation and Connection of AC Power, USB 2.0 and Serial Link
Plug the USB 2.0 and Serial Cables into each of their identified connections located on the
rear of the EliteMicro unit. These connections are identical to the common connections of
standard computers.
Arrange your PC hardware on the same table as the EliteMicro unit. Connect the other ends
of the USB 2.0 and Serial Cables to their respective connections on your PC.
Plug the power cord into the power supply of the EliteMicro, also located on the rear side.
Plug into a standard 115VAC outlet.
It is recommended to plug these components into a common plug strip with AC filtering, as
is common with most high-end computers. Also if the unit is to be located in an area where
the utility or power company experiences frequent outages, utilizing a UPS is strongly
recommended.
Connection of AC Power, USB 2.0, Serial and Printer Control Cables
NOTE: Review your entire unit and be sure that you have four cables connected to
the EliteMicro Unit, three (3) cables connected to the printer and (3) cables
connected to your PC.
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Installation of Startup CDR
Locate the EliteMicro Installation and Support CDROM, insert into your PC’s CDROM drive
and it will automatically open to the setup screen shown below. 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 are briefly outlined on the following page.
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Choices on the Installation CDR
Install EliteMicro CDR/DVDR Software onto your PC
Click on this to install your CDR-DVDR Recording Software that will master your CDR-
DVDR’s and control the autoloading-printing process.
Install EliteMicro AutoLoader Command Console Program
Click on this choice to install your Autoloader Command Console, a support utility for
aligning, troubleshooting and upgrading your EliteMicro Autoloader. You may have to install
the .NET Framework before installing this software.
View EliteMicro Hardware Setup PDF Document
This is an electronic PDF version of the installation manual.
View the DiscJuggler Recording Software Manual (PDF 368 Pages)
This is an electronic PDF copy of the Recording Software manual. You can copy this
document to your Desktop. This document will provide support for your EliteMicro.
Install .NET Framework
This is a copy of the Microsoft® .NET installer. If your pc does not have the installer, you will
be prompted by the installation to install this program.
Register Your EliteMicro
If your PC is currently connected to the Internet, click on this option to register your
EliteMicro online. You are encouraged to register your EliteMicro to allow you to be notified
of software updates.
Check for Software Updates/Upgrades
If your PC is currently connected to the Internet, click on this option and you will be directed
to the software support download site. You can compare the version you are installing or are
currently using, if it is an older version you can download an update – FREE! Be sure to
download the installation PDF and review before upgrading your software.
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Step 4
Installation of Recording Software
The first option is installation of the recording software. Select Install EliteMicro CDR/DVDR
Software onto your PC and the software will begin to automatically install.
Note: Keep the Registration Key [DJ4A-0000-0000-0000-00] on the back of the Sleeve
handy; you will need to enter this number when installation of the software begins. Play
close attention to the Key and be sure to enter exactly as it is written on the label.
Choose to OPEN from location when the screen below appears. Your CDR-DVDR software
will then be installed from the CDR
Follow the instructions on the Recording Software installation.
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The DiscJuggler installation will begin with
this screen. Click Next.
Enter your name and company information
and the Registration Key [DJ4A-0000-0000-
0000-00] on the back of the CD Sleeve and
on the front page of this manual. Play close
attention to the Key and be sure to enter
exactly as it is written on the label.
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Click complete and Next
The installation is complete. Click Finish and
the DiscJuggler Icon will be placed on your
desktop.
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Step 5
Installation of EliteMicro Autoloader Command Console
Next you can install the ACC (Autoloader Command Console) program. This is a utility
program used to align and support the Elite Autoloading unit.
Double click on the Install EliteMicro Autoloader Command Console Program and choose
Open from location. The ACC will install, please follow the instructions.
NOTE: If at the beginning of the installation the installer cannot locate the Microsoft Dot.Net
Framework, you will need to cancel installation and click on Install .Net Framework. Please
follow the instructions and once the .NET Framework is installed, proceed with installation of
the Autoloader Command Console.
Once the ACC has been installed, review the following two pages to understand the
features and functions of the ACC.
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