LaCie Dupli 125 User manual

LaCie Dupli 125 User’s Manual

Table of contents
Foreword …………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
Precautions ……………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Health and safety precautions ...………………………………………………………… 6
General use precautions ……....………………………………………………………… 6
Media precautions ……………...………………………………………………………… 7
A few words about copyrights laws …………………………………………………………… 7
Data safety ………………………… …………………………………………………………… 7
1. Introducing the Dupli 125 ……… …………………………………………………………… 8
2. Getting to know your LaCie CD duplicator ………………………………………………… 9
2.1 Dupli 125, front view ……...………………………………………………………… 9
2.2 Control panel close-up view ………………………………………………………… 10
2.3 DVD-ROM and CD-RW drives close-up view s ...………………………………… 11
2.4 Dupli 125, back panel view .………………………………………………………… 12
2.5 Dupli 125, serial number . ...………………………………………………………… 13
3. Setting up your LaCie duplicator .………………………………………………………… 14
3.1 The power-up stage ….… ...………………………………………………………… 14
3.2 Turning the Dupli off ….… ...………………………………………………………… 14
4. Copy mode …………………...………………………………………………………… 15
4.1 Introduction to Copy mode ..………………………………………………………… 15
4.1.1 Various copy and verification functions .………………………………… 15
4.1.2 Write speeds ………………………... .………………………………… 16
4.1.3 Session mode parameter …………... .………………………………… 16
4.2 Various duplication/verification scenarios ….……………………………………… 16
4.2.1 Copying a master CD to target CDs … .………………………………… 16
4.2.2 Copying a master CD to target CDs with Verify and Read Check ..… 18
4.2.3 Verify and Read Check functions …………………………………......… 21
4.2.4 Copying a master CD to target CDs and changing the write speed …. 24
4.2.5 Copying a master CD to target CDs and changing the session mode 25
4.2.6 Copying a master CD to target CDs and changing speed and session 27
4.3 Cancelling an operation …………………. ….……………………………………… 28
5. Simulation mode …………………...………………………………………………………… 30
6. Disc erase mode …………………...………………………………………………………… 32
7. Viewing Dupli 125 information …....………………………………………………………… 34
7.1 Viewing drive information ……..………. ….……………………………………… 34
7.2 Viewing Dupli 125 firmware, hardware and counter information .……………… 35

8. Troubleshooting ……………... …....………………………………………………………… 37
8.1 LCD screen error message ……..………. ….……………………………………… 37
8.2 Other problems …………... ……..………. ….……………………………………… 38
8.3 Emergency ejection of CDs …….………. ….……………………………………… 38
9. Contacting customer support ……..………………………………………………………… 39
10. Warranty …………………... ……..………………………………………………………… 39
11. LCD navigation map ……………..………………………………………………………… 40
11.1 General menu and Copy Start menu ….….……………………………………… 40
11.2 Simulation menu …………………….. ….….……………………………………… 41
11.3 Disc erase menu …...……………….. ….….……………………………………… 42
11.4 Setup menu …...…………………….. ….….……………………………………… 43
11.5 Mode select menu …………….…….. ….….……………………………………… 44
11.6 Write speed menu …………….…….. ….….……………………………………… 45
11.7 Session mode menu ………..…….. ….….……………………………………… 46
12. Glossary and web links …………..………………………………………………………… 47
12.1 Glossary ……………………………… ….….……………………………………… 47
12.2 Web links ……………………………………………………………………………. 49
Notes …………………………... ……..………………………………………………………… 50

Foreword
Copyrights
Copyright © 2002 LaCie. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic,
mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of LaCie.
Trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners.
Changes
The material in this document is for information only and is subject to change without notice.
While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its
accuracy, LaCie assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or
from the use of the information contained herein. LaCie reserves the right to make changes
or revisions in the product design or the product manual without reservation and without
obligation to notify any person of such revisions and changes.
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
(FCC)
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This
equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the reseller or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded cables and I/O cards must be used for this equipment to comply with the relevant
FCC regulations.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Canada Compliance Statement
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Manufacturer’s Declaration for CE Certification
We, the LaCie Group SA, solemnly declare that this product conforms to the following
European standards:
Class B, EN55022 (Harmonized with CISPR22).
The CE marking applied to this product symbolizes LaCie’s declaration of conformity with the
following applicable directives of the European Union:
"73/23/EEC Low Voltage directive
"89/336/EEC EMC Directive
Class I Laser product
This equipment is certified to comply with DHHS Rule 21 CFR Chapter I, subchapter J in
effect as of the date of manufacture. This equipment is classified as a Class I Laser product
and no hazardous laser radiation is emitted outside the drive.
Laser Specification
Class I Laser product
Wave Length: 635-675 nm / 640-66 nm, 775-815 nm
Laser Power: No hazardous radiation is emitted.

Precautions
The CD duplicator you have just purchased includes a laser diode device, which classifies it
as a "Laser Class I" product. This laser is not dangerous for the user under normal operating
conditions. However, we strongly advise you not to place any reflective objects in the disc
loading system due to the risk of exposure to laser emissions that may be reflected by such
objects.
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to use your LaCie duplicator safely and
correctly. Respecting these guidelines will help to avoid the possibility of personal injury to
yourself or others, as well as to prevent damage to your device and other computer
equipment. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Health and safety precautions:
• Read this User's Manual carefully, and follow the correct procedure when setting up the
device.
• Do not look inside or place your hand over the open CD or DVD tray. Never look directly or
indirectly (with a mirror) at the laser diode, even when the device is not in operation. If you
expose your eyes or skin to the lasers inside your duplicator’s drives, you risk damage or
loss of your vision or other personal injury.
• Do not open your duplicator or attempt to disassemble or modify it. Do not insert your
fingers into the drives. Never insert any metallic object into the drives to avoid any risk of
electrical shock, fire, short-circuiting or dangerous emissions. Your duplicator contains no
user-serviceable parts. If it appears to be malfunctioning, have it inspected by qualified LaCie
service staff.
• Never expose your device to rain or chemical products, or use it near water or in damp or
wet conditions. Never place containers on it containing liquids that may spill into its openings.
Doing so increases the risk of electrical shock, short-circuiting, fire or personal injury.
General use precautions:
• Do not expose the device to temperatures outside the 5° C to 45° C (41° F to 104° F)
range. Doing so may damage the device or disfigure its casing. Avoid placing your drive near
a source of heat or exposing it to sunlight (even through a window). Inversely, placing your
device in an environment that is too cold or humid may damage the unit.
• Always unplug the duplicator from the electrical outlet if there is a risk of lightning or if it will
not be used for an extended period of time. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical
shock, short-circuiting or fire.
• Use only the power supply shipped with the device.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the duplicator or use excessive force on its buttons,
connectors and tray. Doing so increases the risk of damage to the device.
• Always place your duplicator in a horizontal position before using it. Otherwise, it may fall,
causing damage to the device and/or corruption or loss of data.
• Always remove any discs from the disc trays before transporting your duplicator. Otherwise,
written data may be destroyed or the drives’ internal components may be damaged.
• Never use excessive force on the disc loading system; discs should be inserted effortlessly
into your drives.
• Protect your duplicator from excessive exposure to dust during use or storage. Dust can
build up inside the device, increasing the risk of damage or malfunction.
• Never use benzene, paint thinners, detergent or other chemical products to clean the
outside of the drive. Such products will disfigure and discolour the front panel and casing.
Instead, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the device.

• Never move the drive while it is operating. Always allow at least 30 seconds after spin down
before moving the drive.
• Never close or lock the front door before the selected duplication, verification or erasing
process is underway, as indicated on the LCD screen.
The drive's warranty may be void as a result of the failure to respect the
precautions listed above.
Media precautions
• Do not use or store CD-ROM discs and blank CD-R or CD-RW discs in places which are
dirty or dusty; which are subject to extreme temperatures; which are warm, humid or
favorable to condensation; or which are exposed to direct sunlight.
• Do not use cracked, warped or damaged discs.
• Do not touch or write on the disc’s reading/writing surface.
• Do not drop, bend, flex or place any heavy objects on the disc.
• Do not apply any CD labels that may come off inside the drive.
• Store discs in their protective sleeves or cases when they are not being used.
• Do not incinerate unwanted or unusable CDs: discs that are no longer used should be
disposed of properly according to local rules and regulations.
• Do not mix CD-R and CD-RW media when duplicating. When duplicating a master disc, use
either only all CD-R or all CD-RW media in the target drives. Otherwise, a duplication error
will occur.
A few words about copyright laws…
Your new LaCie duplicator opens up a whole world of possibilities for copying data and audio
onto disc. Please be responsible in your use of this wonderful technology. Before copying
anything onto a CD-R or CD-RW disc, make sure you are not violating any copyright laws.
LaCie duplicators have been designed for desktop CD duplication only and should not be
considered either as a system suited to large-scale duplication or as an industrial CD
duplicator.
Most software companies allow licensed owners to make one (1) backup or archive copy of
their software. Check your software's license agreement for specific details. Using these
devices to duplicate more than one personal copy of CD-ROM, CD-DA (audio) CD
software or any other CD protected by copyright is strictly prohibited.
Copying audio CDs for distribution to third parties is illegal and punishable by law. LaCie
cannot be held responsible for the inappropriate use of these devices.
Data safety
LaCie and its suppliers accept no liability for any loss of data or any other damage, whether
direct or indirect, resulting from the use or malfunction of this product. As a precaution, it is
recommended that the discs be tested after they have been written to. Please ensure that a
backup copy of any important data is made on a separate storage unit in order to have a safe
copy in the event of data loss or corruption. Under no circumstances do LaCie or its suppliers
guarantee the reliability of the CD-R or CD-RW media used in this drive.
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1. Introducing the Dupli 125
Your LaCie Dupli 125 is the first of a new generation of smart and easy-to-use devices
dedicated to CD duplication, bringing you the following features:
• One IDE DVD-ROM drive of the latest generation with multi-read features,
• Five IDE CD-RW drives that can record any type of data on CD-R/RW discs,
• A smart IDE electronic controller that automatically recognizes the type of CD you have
inserted in the DVD-ROM drive,
• A sturdy casing with an integrated long-life power supply.
A true stand-alone CD-duplication solution, your LaCie Dupli 125 is completely autonomous,
requiring no software or computer to duplicate CDs. Its various functions will allow you to
make up to 5 copies of a master CD at once for quick, easy duplication.
• To ensure fail-proof CD duplication, the Dupli 125 provides a duplication test function,
allowing you to simulate a record without actually recording to the CD. We recommend using
this feature if you feel your master or target CD media may be scratched or damaged. This
will help you to use your blank CD-R media more efficiently.
• With its Read Check and Verification functions, you can check that your burned audio CDs
will be read properly and that your burned data CDs have been duplicated correctly.
• Thanks to its five CD-RW drives, you can erase up to five CD-RW media at once, enabling
you to free up your re-writeable discs in a snap.
Although it features a DVD-ROM drive, you cannot copy DVD media with the
Dupli 125. The DVD-ROM drive does, however, provide greater flexibility and
better overall performance than an ordinary CD-ROM drive.
Table of recognized CD formats
CD-ROM Photo CD
CD-ROM XA Mode1 Video CD
CD-ROM XA Mode 2 Form 1&2 CD-I
CD-DA (audio) CD-Plus
CD-Mixed mode ISO 9660
CD-Extra HFS
Multi-session CD UFS
The LaCie Dupli 125 cannot duplicate CD-G and copy-protected CDs (like
the HD format from Sony). For more information on these CD formats, please
refer to the Internet links provided at the end of Appendix 1.
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2. Getting to know your LaCie CD duplicator
2.1 Dupli 125, front view
Do not lock the front door during use! Doing so may cause damage to the
unit.
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DVD-ROM drive
Control Panel
CD-RW drives
DVD-ROM
Esc No Yes
CD-RW
CD-RW
CD-RW
CD-RW
CD-RW
LACIE DUPLI 125

2.2 Control Panel close-up view
LCD screen
Displays information for operating the Dupli 125.
Escape button
To exit certain LCD screens or menus without making changes to the parameters.
No button
To choose the Dupli 125’s different menus or functions.
Yes button
To validate the choice of a menu or a function.
LaCie Dupli 125
Esc
No
Yes
LCD Screen Escape button No button Yes button

2.3 DVD-ROM and CD-RW drives close-up views
_Media tray Where you place your Master CD and the blank CD-R/RW
media
_Load/eject button Opens and closes the media tray
_Busy LED Lights up when the drive is reading the media
_Write LED Blinks briefly when a CD is inserted in the disc tray and
accessed by the drive
_Emergency eject For performing an emergency eject procedure
hole See section 8.3 of this manual for details
_Volume control Use this wheel to adjust the headphone volume
This function is not used on the Dupli 125
_Phone jack For connecting 3.5mm mini-jack stereo headphones
This function is not used on the Dupli 125
DVD-ROM drive
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CD-RW drive
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2.4 Dupli 125, back panel view
Power On/Off switch To turn your Dupli 125 On and Off.
AC power plug connector This is where you connect the power cable supplied with your
LaCie peripheral.
Fans Keeps your Dupli 125 cool during operation.
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Power On/Off
switch
AC plug
connector

2.5 Dupli 125, serial number
Serial Number Sticker
This is where you will find your LaCie duplicator's serial number. It starts with "S/N". We
suggest you note down the serial number and keep it in a safe place where you can find it
later if needed.
You will need to provide the serial number if you call your LaCie reseller for any reason. As
well, this may come in handy in case your drive is lost or stolen.
LaCie part number: xxxxxx
S/N : 568286553

3. Setting up your LaCie duplicator
Setting up your LaCie CD duplicator is a snap. Just follow the 3 basic steps below:
Step 1: Read the Safety Precautions section of this manual in order to use your Dupli 125
safely and correctly.
Step 2: Set up your Dupli 125 in an appropriate place, on a flat surface.
Step 3: Turn the Dupli 125 on using the ON/OFF switch located on the back panel.
That’s it! Your LaCie duplicator is up and running.
3.1 The power-up stage
When you turn on your Dupli 125, its DVD-ROM and CD-RW drives, electronic controller and
memory are initialized. The following section briefly describes this process.
1. With the Dupli 125 placed in a proper location, turn the unit on via the on/off switch on the
back panel. The following screens will be displayed in succession:
2. When you arrive at the Copy Start screen, the drives, controller and memory have been
initialized. Your Dupli 125 is ready for use.
3.2 Turning the Dupli off
To turn the Dupli 125 off, wait until all duplications have finished and push the On/Off switch
at the back of the unit. The unit will turn off, and its memory will be erased.
Do not turn the unit off during duplication! Doing so will cancel the
duplication, make your CD-R media unusable and may cause damage to the
unit.
Please wait …
LaCie Dupli 125 VER. X.xx
COPY START ? (CDtoCD)
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4. Copy mode
The Dupli 125’s Copy mode enables you to copy CD media, verify the results, set the write
speed and configure the session parameter to meet your needs. This chapter describes how
to do all of these.
Any changes to the copy mode, write speed or session parameters
(described below) are erased from the Dupli 125’s memory once the unit is
turned off. When you turn the Dupli 125 on again, any changes to the default
settings will have been erased and the unit will have returned to its default
Copy settings.
4.1 Introduction to Copy mode
The COPY mode at maximum speed and close session is the Dupli 125’s default duplication
operation. To set another mode or change the duplication speed, you have to access the
SETUP (MODE CHANGE) menu and change the settings.
4.1.1 Various copy and verification functions
Function LCD message Description
Copy >> COPY ? Duplication from a master disc to blank discs.
Verify >> VERIFY ? Compares copied data with master data bit per
bit. The CD-DA, CD-ROM XA Form 2 and CD-
EXTRA formats cannot be verified.
Copy and verify >> COPY + V ? A two-phase operation. In the first phase, a
master CD is duplicated onto blank CDs. The
second phase compares the copied data bit by bit
with the master data. The CD-DA, CD-ROM XA
Form 2 and CD-EXTRA formats cannot be
verified.
Read check >> RD CHECK ? Checks whether copied discs can be properly
read or not.
Copy and read >> COPY + R ? A two-phase operation. In the first phase, a
master CD is duplicated onto blank CDs. The
second phase checks whether the copied discs
can be read properly or not.
When duplicating a master CD, do not mix CD-R and CD-RW media in the
target drives. When duplicating a master disc, use either only all CD-R or all
CD-RW media in the target drives. Likewise, use only CD-R/RW media that
support the same maximum write speed (10x, 12x, 16x, etc.). Otherwise, a
duplication error will occur, and your CD-R media may be unusable.
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4.1.2 Write speeds
Speed / LCD message Description
>> FAST ? Copies at 24x-40x max. speed
>> MEDIUM ? Copies at 16x-24x speed
>> SLOW ? Copies at 4x speed
4.1.3 Session mode parameter
Session mode / LCD message Description
>> AUTO ? This is the default setting. The CDs will be duplicated
in accordance with the Master CD.
>> CLOSE ? Choosing this option closes the session after copying,
meaning that the disc can no longer be written to.
>> OPEN ? Choosing this option keeps the session open after
copying, meaning that you can write to this disc again if
desired.
Some CD or DVD drives and players do not support multi-session CDs or
multi-session CDs with an open final session. You may not be able to use
media burned on the Dupli using the open session option on such players or
drives. Refer to your drive’s or player’s documentation for more information.
4.2 Various duplication/verification scenarios
This section will take you step-by-step through the following scenarios for using the
Dupli 125.
• Copying a master CD to target CDs
• Copying a master CD to target CDs with Verify and Read Check options
• Verifying/read checking copied CDs
• Copying a master CD to target CDs + changing the write speed
• Copying a master CD to target CDs + changing the session mode
• Copying a master CD to target CDs + changing the write speed + changing the session
mode
4.2.1 Copying a master CD to target CDs
This is the Dupli 125’s default duplication operation, using the maximum write speed and
closed session options. Therefore, the discs will be written at the maximum possible speed,
and will be closed for further writing.
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1. Turn on your Dupli 125. After initialization, the Copy Start screen is displayed:
2. Push the DVD-ROM drive’s load/ eject button to open the disc tray and insert the master
disc. Push the load/eject button again to close the tray.
3. Push the CD-RW drives’ load/ eject buttons to open the disc trays and insert the target
discs. Push the load/eject buttons again to close the trays.
4. Wait until the master and target discs have finished initializing (when the drives’ LEDs
have stopped blinking). Press the Yes button to start the duplication. The following
messages will display in succession:
5. When a screen similar to the one below is displayed, the duplication procedure has begun:
Do not lock the Dupli 125’s door until the duplication process has begun and
a screen similar to the one shown above is displayed on the LCD. Before the
duplication process has begun, drive trays may automatically open. If this
happens when the door is closed, the unit may be damaged. To prevent this,
wait until the duplication process has started before closing the door.
COPY START ? (CDtoCD)
Checking …
ANALYZING MASTER
CATALOG CODE
COPY 71:40
CD-DA _____3%
Status bar
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6. Wait until the duplication process is finished. When duplication has finished, the Dupli 125
will beep repeatedly to show the process has been successful and the following screen will
display:
7. Open the front door (if necessary) and press the Yes button. The CD-RW drives will eject
the target discs.
When the process is complete, the unit will automatically return to the Copy Start menu.
4.2.2 Copying a master CD to target CDs with Verify and Read Check options
1. With your Dupli 125 turned on, go to the Copy Start screen:
2. Push the DVD-ROM drive’s load/ eject button to open the disc tray and insert the master
disc. Push the load/eject button again to close the tray.
3. Push the CD-RW drives’ load/ eject buttons to open the disc trays and insert the target
discs. Push the load/eject buttons again to close the trays. Wait until both the master and
target discs have been initialized (when the drives’ LEDs stop blinking).
4. From the Copy Start screen, press the No button three times until you come to the Setup
screen:
5. Press the Yes button once. You will arrive at the Mode Select screen:
PROCESS COMPLETE
EJECT: PRESS YES
COPY START ? (CDtoCD)
SETUP ? (MODE CHANGE)

6. Press the Yes button again. You will arrive at the Copy screen:
7. The Copy screen presents the first duplication option, the simple CD copying operation
described in 6.2.1 above. You can also choose two other duplication options: Copy and
Verify or Copy and Read. Press the No button to scroll through the list of other possible
choices, until you find either the Copy+V or Copy+R LCD screens presented below:
By pressing the Esc button from the Copy, Copy+V or Copy+R screens, you
will return to the Mode Select screen.
8. From the LCD screen for the function you wish to perform (Copy, Copy+V or Copy+R)
press the Yes button to validate your choice. You will be returned to the Setup screen:
9. Press the Esc button to return to the Copy Start page, which will now display the function
you selected in step 8, as shown below;
> MODE SELECT ?
(COPY MODE)
>> COPY ? (CDtoCD)
>> COPY+V ? (CDtoCD)
>> COPY+R ? (CDtoCD)
SETUP ? (MODE CHANGE)
COPY+V START ? (CDtoCD)
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10. Press the Yes button to start the operation. After a few moments, the following screens
will display in rapid succession:
When a screen similar to the one below is displayed, the copying procedure has begun:
This screen shows the function being performed, the format of the master CD, a status bar to
indicate duplication progress, the duplication progress in percent and the length of the CD
(for an audio master CD) or the size in MB (for a data master CD).
11. Wait until the duplication procedure has been completed. If you have selected either the
Copy and Verify or Copy and Read Check operations, which are two-phase operations, the
following screens will be displayed to show which phase is underway:
Checking …
ANALYZING MASTER
CATALOG CODE
COPY 71:40
CD-DA _____3%
COPY+V/C 450MB
CD-ROM _____24%
Copy and Verify, Copy phase
COPY+V/V 450MB
CD-ROM _____24%
Copy and Verify, Verify phase
COPY+R/C 40:25
CD-DA _____33%
COPY+R/R 40:25
CD-DA _____33%
Copy and ReadCheck, Copy phase
Copy and ReadCheck, Verify phase