Teac CD-R-Dupli-4 User manual

CD Copy Station CD-R-Dupli-4
User's manual
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To ensure the smooth handling of your warranty please write the serial number of
your drive into the box.In the case of warranty you are expected to send it together
with a copy of your invoice to your nearest TEAC sales representative.

•Copyright ©2001, TEAC Deutschland GmbH. All rights re-
served.First edition: March 2001
•Company and product names provided herein are trade-
marks of their respective companies.
•Changes in specifications and features may be made with-
out notice or obligation.

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New:
Now with 12x recording speed
Note: CDs can be copied with max 8x speed.

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Contents
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................ 33
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.......................................... 33
IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers) ............................................. 33
IMPORTANT (for U.S.A. Customers).......................................... 34
For the Consumers in Europe.................................................... 34
STANDALONE OPERATION OF CD-R-DUPLI-4 ........................... 35
OPERATION IN PC MODE ............................................................. 35
1.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................... 36
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ......................................................... 39
2.1 Installing the CD-R-Dupli-4 .................................................. 40
2.2 Parts of the CD-R-Dupli-4 .................................................... 41
2.3 Basic Operations.................................................................. 43
3.MODES ....................................................................................... 45
3.1 Disc Copy ............................................................................. 45
3.2 Test Write Mode.................................................................... 47
3.3 Possible Problems When Copying or in Test Write Mode .... 48
3.4 Compare CD-ROM............................................................... 50
3.5 Play AudioTrack ................................................................... 52
3.6 Setting the Writing Speed .................................................... 54
4.SPECIFICATION ......................................................................... 55
5.TECHNICAL SUPPORT.............................................................. 55
Technical Service Depots (Europe)............................................ 56
WARRANTY ................................................................................... 57

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Introduction
INTRODUCTION
The stand-alone CD Copy Station reproduces CDs without any PC
connection, software or adapter cards. It is equipped with four TEAC
SCSI Writers and a 32x SCSI CD-ROM drive, and so can copy CDs
quickly and without any problems –the data are simply read by the
CD-ROM. So: insert the “master CD”, put the blank CDs into the re-
corders and start the burn procedure at the press of a button.It could
not be any easier!
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers)
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the
cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate
safety approved extension fead or consult your dealer. If nonetheless
the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose the plug imme-
diately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to
the mains supply.
If this product is not provided with mains plug, or one has to be fitted,
then follow the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
GREEN-AND-YELLOW EARTH
BLUE NEUTRAL
BROWN LIVE
WARNING:
This apparatus must be earthed.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not
correspondwith the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug proceed as follows:

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The wire which is coloured GREEN-and-YELLOW must be connected
to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the
safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE, must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L, or coloured RED.
When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should
be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover.
IF IN DOUBT –CONSULT AN APPROVED ELECTRICIAN.
IMPORTANT (for U.S.A. Customers)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class A 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 environ-
ment.This equipmentgenerates,uses,andcan radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operationofthisequipmentinaresidental area is likelytocauseharmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the inter-
ference at his own expense.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved byTEAC Deutschland GmbH for compliance could
void the users authority to operate this equipment.
For the Consumers in Europe
WARNING
This is a Class A product in a domestic environment. This
product may cause radio interference in which case the user
may be required to take adequate measures.
Important Safety Precautions

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STANDALONE OPERATION OF CD-R-DUPLI-4
Important Hint according Standalone Operation
To avoid malfunction the CD-R-Dupli-4 can not be con-
nected to a PC while it is operated in standalone mode.
Pleasedisconnect the SCSI cablesbetweenthecopy sta-
tion and PC before the CD-R-Dupli-4 is switched on. To
ensureerrorfree operationboth SCSIterminatorswhich
were shipped with the unit have to be plugged into the
connectors on the backside of the unit.
OPERATION IN PC MODE
To operate the CD-R-Dupli-4 with a personal computer the external
SCSIterminatorshave to be disconnected.To operate the CD-R-Dupli-
4 the PC must be equipped with two separate SCSI controllers.The
connections between the CD-R-Dupli-4 and the PCs controller(s) are
made with two appropriete SCSI cables.The software package which
is shipped with the unit makes several additional functional features
available as for example the combining of copy contents with the PC.
Please refer to the manual of the software package for further details.
Important Hint according the PC Mode
When using the copy station in PC Mode the controls at
the CD-R-Dupli-4 are not allowed to be operated under
any circumstances.
Important
Please ensure the proper termination of the SCSI bus at the PC.
The SCSI IDs are factory preset and cannot be changed.The
upper SCSI connector makes the master drive (SCSI ID 1)
and the two CD recorders with the SCSI ID's 2 and 3 avail-
able. The lower connector serves to control the two CD re-
corders with the SCSI ID's 4 and 5.
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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
–Read all of these instructions.
–Save these Instructions for later use.
–Follow all warnings and instructions later on the audio equip-
ment.
1) Read Instructions –Allthesafetyand operating instructions should
be read before the product is operated.
2) Retain Instructions –The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3) Head warnings –All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4) Follow Instructions –All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5) Cleaning –Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
6) Attachments –Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7) Water and Moisture –Do not use this product near water –for
example near bath rub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tab, in a
wet basement; or near a swimming pool;and the like.
8) Accessories –Donot place this product on an unstablecart,stand,
tripod, bracket, or table.The product may fall, causing serious injury to
persons, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or
sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions,andshould use amounting accessory rec-
ommended by the manufacturer.
9) A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product
and cart combination to overturn.
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10) Ventilation –Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to pro-
tect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or
covered.The openings should never be blocked by placing the product
ona bed, sofa,rug,or other similiar surface.Thisproduct should notbe
placedinabuilt-ininstallationsuchasabookcaseor rackunlessproper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been
adhered on.
11) Power Sources –This product should be operated only from the
typeof power source indicated on the marking label.Ifyouare not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer
or your local power company.
12) Grounding or Polarization –This product may be equipped with
apolarized alternating-current line plug (a plug havingone bladewider
than the other).This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.This
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
yourelectrician to replace yourobsoleteoutlet.Donot defeatthesafety
purpose of the polarized plug.
13) Power-Cord Protection –Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the prod-
uct.
14) Lightning –For added protection for this product during a light-
ning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cables system.
Thiswill prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
15) Overloading –Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in the risk of fire or
electric shock.
16) Object and Liquid Entry –Never push objectsof anykind into this
product throughopenings as theymay touchdangerous voltagepoints
or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
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1.Important Safety Instructions
17) Servicing –Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
18) Damage Requiring Service –Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the fol-
lowing conditions:
a) When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the op-
eratinginstructionsasanimproper adjustment of other controlsmay
resultin damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance –this
indicates a need for service.
19) Replacement Parts –When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shocks, or other
hazards.
20) Safety check –Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to deter-
mine that the product is in proper operating condition.
21) Heat –The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.