MicroBoards Technology QD-DVD User manual

QD-DVD
Series
User’s Manual
www.microboards.com Version 3.1

Microboards Technology, LLC
2

QD-DVD Series
3
Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................ 5
Unpacking your system.............................................................................................. 5
Installation.................................................................................................................. 5
Basic Instructions....................................................................................................... 5
Buttons and LCD .................................................................................................... 5
Hardware Description............................................................................................. 6
Main Menu ................................................................................................................. 7
Setting Counters ........................................................................................................ 9
Using the QD Series Duplicator ................................................................................. 9
Copy....................................................................................................................... 9
Test ...................................................................................................................... 10
Compare .............................................................................................................. 10
Test + Copy.......................................................................................................... 11
Copy + Compare .................................................................................................. 11
Select Burn Speed ............................................................................................... 11
Select Source....................................................................................................... 11
Erase.................................................................................................................... 11
Hard Drive Setup.................................................................................................. 11
Mix Audio Tracks.................................................................................................. 12
Setup.................................................................................................................... 13
Utilities.................................................................................................................. 13
AutoCopy ............................................................................................................. 13
Shutdown ............................................................................................................. 13
The Setup Menu ...................................................................................................... 14
The Utilities Menu .................................................................................................... 16
Specifications – QD-DVD Series.............................................................................. 18
Technical Support .................................................................................................... 18
Appendix 1: List of Functions with Optional Hard Drive ........................................... 19
Appendix 2: List of Functions without Hard Drive .................................................... 20
Appendix 3: Error Messages.................................................................................... 21

Microboards Technology, LLC
4
Any unauthorized modification to this equipment may result in the revocation by the FCC of the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
NOTE: 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 in a
residential installation. 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 try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
•Increase the separation between the equipment and antenna
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different than that to which the receiver is connected
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This product is in conformity with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) through compliance with the following
European standards: EN 55022, EN 55024. The CE mark has been affixed in accordance with the CE
Marking Directive 93/68/EEC.
Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Issue 4:2004. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est
conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canade.

QD-DVD Series
5
MICROBOARDS
1. Copy
Introduction
The QD-DVD Series includes models containing 1, 3, 5, 7, and 10 recorders. Each is a high
speed CD and DVD Recordable duplication system from Microboards Technology, LLC. The
QD-DVD-H models include an integrated hard drive for master storage.
Regardless of the number of drives, the QD-DVD is perfect for any user requiring easy copying of
audio, video, or Data DVD/CDs. The 2-line 20 character LCD panel provides the user with status
of the duplication process, information on the process being run, master size, and other
information.
Applications suited for the QD-DVD include Pro Audio, Multimedia, Government / Education,
Software Development, Medical Imaging, and Data Interchange.
Unpacking your system
When unpacking your duplicator, confirm the following items are included:
•QD-DVD duplicator
•Power cable
•Manual
•DVD-R disc
•USB cable
•Zulu2 CD/DVD recording software
Installation Disc
If any of these items are missing, please contact Microboards Technology Technical Support.
IMPORTANT: Please keep all the packing for your QD-DVD duplicator. If your unit ever needs to
be sent in for service, it must be returned in the original packing or the warranty will be voided.
Installation
•Connect the supplied power cable to the QD-DVD duplicator and plug in to a protected
power outlet strip or UPS power supply.
Note for Installation:
1) Please verify that the voltage switch above the power connection is set correctly for
your local power specifications.
2) The socket outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.
3) Do not block cooling fans.
•Turn on power to the duplicator.
•The system will go through initialization and then display: 1. Copy.
•The system is now ready to use.
•For USB Mode, connect to a PC via an unoccupied USB port. To access the drive, the
External Connection mode must be turned ON in the Setup Menu (See page 14).
Basic Instructions
Buttons and LCD
There are four buttons and an LCD on the
front panel of the QD-DVD duplicator.
The LCD display shows the menu items and any status messages that may come up during
operation.
Control Name Function
▲Up Scroll up through the menu or list.
▼Down Scroll down through the menu or list.
ENT OK Execute the function. Also called OK in the Menus.
ESC ESC Go back to the previous function.

Microboards Technology, LLC
6
Hardware Description
The QD-DVD system consists of a DVD reader, DVD Recorders (based on model), USB
Connection, and Controller module. An optional Hard Drive is included in the QD-DVD-H models.
The master discs always go into the DVD reader drive (top).
The blank media will always go into the DVD Recorder drives.
The power switch and power LED are also located on the front of the QD-DVD duplicator.
The USB Connection is located on the back of the QD-DVD.
The LCD display will show the different menu selections and also information pertaining to the
recording process. Here is a typical example of what is displayed during the COPY process:
DVD Reader Drive
DVD Recorder Drives
Controller Interface
Power Switch and
LED
QD-DVD 123
Copying
71%
15 3157M
Displays the function being performed,
such as Copying or Testing.
Shows the total size of the
master being copied.
Displays the number of discs
successfully burned with the
current master.
Shows the amount of data burned
to the discs currently in the
recorders.
4447M
Shows the percentage
completed for this
action.

QD-DVD Series
7
Main Menu
This section provides an overview of the menu options. These menu options are explained in
detail in the Using the QD Series Duplicator section starting on page 9.
Copy
Use the Copy menu to make CD and DVD copies. Before you start a copy, make sure
you have selected the correct Master Source.
Test
Use the Test menu to simulate the copy process. With simulation, write once recordable
discs such as DVD-R, or CDR will be reusable.
Note: DVD+R recordable media is not compatible with simulation mode. If you try to
simulate DVD+R copying, you will encounter failure messages. If you are using
Rewritable discs as your blank media during the simulation, the content on those
discs will be permanently erased.
Compare
Use the Compare function to perform a bit-by-bit comparison between the content of your
master disc and the contents of all discs it copied. This ensures that all of your copies are
identical to original master disc.
Note: The bit-by-bit comparison will only apply on all DVDs and Data CDs. The
readability check will be applied for other formats like Audio CDs, CD+G, and
Video CDs discs due to their lack of error correction mechanisms.
Test + Copy
Use the Test + Copy menu option to simulate the copying process initially. Then, the
duplicator performs the copy process on the blank disc(s) that passed the simulation.
Copy + Compare
Use the Copy + Compare menu option to make 100% reliable copies. After the copy
process is done, the duplicator automatically compares the copies from the content of
your original master disc.
Select Burn Speed
Use the Select Burn Speed menu option to adjust the duplication speed for the various
blank disc formats. For additional information, see Select Burn Speed on page 11.
Select Source
Use the Select Source menu option to specify which drive is being used as the master
drive. You should always select the DVD-ROM drive or the hard drive (if available) as
the source unless there is a specific need to use one of the recorders as the master
drive.
Erase
Use the Erase menu to erase your Rewritable discs.
Hard Drive Setup (if Optional Hard Drive is included)
This menu item only appears if your QD-DVD was originally purchased with the
optional Hard Drive. This option is not available on the 1-recorder model.
Use the Hard Drive Setup menu to access the Hard Drive functions. You can scroll
between the various options using the ▲Up or ▼Down button. For information on the
Hard Drive Setup functions, please see page 11.
1. Select Partition
2. Load Partition
3. Rename Partition
4. Delete Partition
5. Partition Info
6. Select Loading Drive
7. Format Hard Drive
Mix Audio Tracks
Use the Mix Audio Tracks menu option to select and burn specific tracks from Audio CDs
onto your blank CDs. This function will not operate if CD+G Support is ON (page 15).

Microboards Technology, LLC
8
Setup
Use the Setup menu options to control how the Duplicator operates. You can scroll
between the various options using the ▲Up or ▼Down button.
1. Language
2. Auto Start
3. Read Error Skip
4. CD Writing Mode
5. Max Audio, VCD & CDG Speed
6. Buzzer
7. Startup Menu
8. Screen Saver
9. Duplication Mode
10. Counter
11. DVD+R High Compatibility Mode
12. ISRC
13. Disable Drives
14. External Connection
15. CD+G Support
Utilities
The Utilities menu includes a number of functions that are not related to the actual
duplication process.
1. Disc Info
2. Prescan
3. System Info
4. Device Info
5. Load Default
6. Update Firmware
7. Save
AutoCopy
The AutoCopy function simplifies the copy process. After the initial round of blanks is
burned, you only need to load the drives again and close them. Once the drives detect
the new blank media in the drives, duplication begins without you having to touch the
control panel.
Shutdown
Use this menu option to save any setting changes you may have made and turn off your
system. Once you see the “Ready to Power Off” message, you can safely turn off the
machine using the power switch.
Turning off your duplicator without performing this function increases the risk of damaging
it. Additionally, if you made any setting changes, those changes may not be saved if you
simply turn off the power to the duplicator.

QD-DVD Series
9
Counter:
Specify Counter
Specify Counter:
[0 ] OK?
Counter:
No Counter
Microboards B.30
1. Copy
Counter:
No Counter
Preparing... 4063MB
3 Discs Detected, Go?
Setting Counters
The QD DVD Series gives you the option to set a counter so that
the machine can keep track of the number of copies made. Follow
these steps when you see a Counter Selection Menu:
The Counter Selection Menu lets you set how many copies you want to
make for your project. The Counter Selection feature tells the duplicator
to count the number of successful copies you have made and stop the job when the desired
number of copies has been reached.
You can select “No Counter” if you prefer to copy continuously with no interruption. (It will still
count the number of copies, but it will not notify you when to stop.) To select the “No Counter”,
simply press the ENT button when you see the screen above.
Or, you can select “Specify Counter” between 1 to 9999 by pressing
the ▲Up or ▼Down button to go to the Specify Counter menu:
Press the ENT button to select this option. You will see the next
Specify Counter menu.
To specify the number of copies for your project, you need to input a
four-digit number. If you need to specify a number that is less than
four digits, fill the leading spaces with zeros. Examples are “0234”
(two hundred and thirty four), or “0010” (ten).
To enter the number, you need to use the ▲Up or ▼Down button to select the number for each
digit and use the ENT button or the ESC button to move the cursor position right or left. Once
you've finished, move the cursor to “OK” and press the ENT button.
To input the desired quantity, do the following:
¾Make sure the cursor is located at the first position (First blinking position):
¾Press the ▼Down button repeatedly until “0” is displayed.
¾Press the ENT button once to move the cursor to the next position.
¾Press the ▼Down button repeatedly until “0” is displayed.
¾Press the ENT button once to move the cursor to the next position.
¾Press the ▼Down button repeatedly until “2” is displayed.
¾Press the ENT button once to move the cursor to the next position.
¾Press the ▼Down button repeatedly until “1” is displayed.
¾With “0021” displayed, press the ENT button once and the cursor moves to “OK”.
¾Press the ENT button once more to submit your counter value and start duplication.
Using the QD Series Duplicator
Copy
This process will copy your master disc on to several blank discs simultaneously.
Use the ▼▲ buttons to navigate to the 1. Copy Menu.
Insert your blank discs in the recorder drives. Next, you will see
the Counter Selection menu:
Follow the instructions shown in Setting Counters (above) to continue. Once the counters have
been set, press the ENT button to confirm.
As the blank discs are recognized, the number detected will
increase. Press the ENT button to start the duplication. If you
have Autostart set, duplication will begin either once all recorders
have been found to contain blank media or until the Autostart time
interval passes.

Microboards Technology, LLC
10
Microboards B.30
3. Compare
Compare OK: 7
Fail: 0 Diff: 0
Src:01 CD-RW
Total: 15.2MB
Tgt: 00 CD-RW
Identical
Microboards B.30
2. Test
After a few seconds of processing time, one of the following Copy Progress screens will appear.
Copying... 4063MB
0/21 12% 488MB or: Copying... 4063MB 0 12% 488MB
¾“4063MB” indicates the
capacity of the master
disc.
¾“0/21” indicates you have
a project size of 21
copies and you have
made 0 copies so far.
¾“12%” indicates the
current progress of the
duplication.
¾488MB indicates the
amount of data burned
so far.
¾“4063MB” indicates the
capacity of the master
disc.
¾“0” indicates you have
made 0 copies so far.
¾“12%” indicates the
current progress of the
duplication.
¾488MB indicates the
amount of data burned so
far.
Note: It is normal to see the progress indicator stay at 0%-10% and 100% for
approximately 30 seconds for CD duplication and up to one minute for DVD duplication.
That is caused by the initializing and finalizing stages.
Once the duplication run is completed, the recorder drives will
eject and the number of successful and failed discs will be
displayed.
At this point, you can add more blank discs to the recorder drives and repeat the process. If you
have the Counter set, only the number of discs selected will be burned.
Test
The Test function is useful to determine if your master disc can be
successfully read.
This process is identical to the Copy process, with the one exception being that the discs will not
be burned to if the media supports test mode.
DVD+R media does not support test mode.
Running rewritable media in Test mode will cause any data on the discs to be erased.
Compare
The Compare function is used to compare the master disc with the
copied discs. The Compare function will only work with Data masters.
If your master disc has audio or video (VCD) on it, the Compare
function will not work.
To use the Compare function, press the ▼▲ buttons until 3. Compare is displayed.
Place your master disc into the DVD reader drive and your copied discs into the DVD recorder
drives.
Press the ENT button on the controller interface.
The duplicator will now compare the copies to the master disc.
When completed, the display will read:
Press the ▼button and the following screen will appear:
Press the ▼button again and the following screen will appear.
Use the ▼button to scroll through each drive that was used during
the Compare
Pass 3 Fail 0 ( 3)
Waiting for Blanks