FOREWORD It is illegal to duplicate copyrighted discs for any reason other than personal use, unless you happen to be the copyright owner. The Elite 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 0 04 Rev 2 Discmakers and the Discmakers logo © Discmakers Elite is a trademark of Discmakers Microsoft, Windows, XP and .
Elite Setup Guide Table of Contents Welcome and Introduction 3 Hardware Overview 4 Minimum Hardware and Software Requirements 5 Unpacking the Hardware (Step 1) 6 Installation of CD Pick Arm (Step 2) 7 Installation and Connection of PCI Card into Customer PC (Step 3) 8 Installation of CD Printer (Step 4) 9 Installation of Ink Cartridges (Step 5) 10 Connection of FireWire, Serial and AC Power (Step 6) 11-12 Network Connection (Step 7) 13 Installation of Startup CDR (Step 8) 14-15 Insta
Elite Setup Guide Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Elite CDR/DVDR publisher. This system has been designed and is manufactured under strict quality guidelines. This product will provide years of dependable and trouble free operation. Description 125/200 Piece Input CDR or DVDR Drives 2 Year Warranty on Robotics The Elite is a multi writer desktop CD-R or DVD/CD-R copying and printing solution in a single footprint.
Elite Setup Guide Hardware Overview Before starting the installation, please review the Elite Hardware and Functions Note that the front CD ROM and Hard Drive light are only available on Pro models.
Elite Setup Guide Customer Minimum Hardware and Software Requirements Desktop systems change rapidly and the Elite was designed for use with PC systems that are relatively new models. It is recommended that you operate your new Elite 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 Elite is to be connected. These are very important.
Elite Setup Guide This brief setup guide is provided to get the Elite 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 system was shipped in 1 box and contains the Elite unit, Firewire PCI Card and cables. If you purchased the CD Printer, it was shipped in a separate box. Carefully open the box and remove the top protective cardboard sheet.
Elite Setup Guide Step 2 Installation of CD Pick Arm The CD Pick Arm needs to be installed onto the rotate arm. Remove the pick arm from the bubble wrap packaging. Included with the arm will be a bag containing two black plastic retainers. These retainers are used to hold the pick arm onto the rotate arm. Hold the pick arm in one hand. Place the arm onto the slotted resting tray on the upper section of the column.
Elite Setup Guide Step 3 Installation FireWire® PCI card into customer supplied PC. The Elite is shipped with a FireWire® PCI IEEE 1394 Host Adapter. Locate this card and remove the PCI Card and the card installation instructions. Please note that the Elite will only work when used with the following operating systems: Windows 2000 Windows XP Refer to the instruction guide included with the card for details on installing the 1394 PCI Card into your PC.
Elite Setup Guide Step 4 Installation of the CD Printer Install the Printer and connections per this step. Then proceed to the install CDROM, click on Install Autograph VI Drivers and follow the steps as they are provided. The Elite is preset for the Autograph VI and all operating label software and drivers are included with the installation CDROM. Place the printer into the print holding tray located at the top of the drive stack.
Elite Setup Guide Step 5 When you lift up the front plastic cover of the printer, the ink cartridge holder will slide into the center of the opening enabling you to replace the ink cartridges. If the pickarm will not allow the front plastic cover to open, then you may gently push the pickarm downward by applying downward pressure at the base of the pickarm where it wraps around the column. NEVER attempt to rotate the pickarm or try to push it downward by Unpack the included ink cartridges.
Elite Setup Guide Step 6 Installation and Connection of AC Power, FireWire® and Serial Link Plug the FireWire® and Serial Cable into each of their identified connections located on the rear of the Elite unit. These connections are identical to the common connections of standard computers. If you have multiple recorders, then short FireWire® cables are used to link each Arrange your PC hardware on the same table as the Elite unit.
Elite Setup Guide Please review your entire unit and be sure that you have the following: Four cables connected to the Elite Unit 2. Printer control cable running from the rear of the Elite to your CD printer. the CD recorder on the rear of the Elite. Note that if you have multiple recorders, 4. AC power cable from the power supply on the rear of the Elite to a standard wall outlet. Three cables connected to the printer 1. Printer control cable from your Elite unit 2.
Elite Setup Guide Step 7 Network Connection You may connect the Elite to your existing computer network. It may be necessary to change Connecting the Elite to your network will allow you to access shared folders and drives on other computers in the network. The DiscJuggler.Net software allows other users on your network to submit CD duplication jobs to the Elite from their desktop. If your network includes access to the Internet, then you can easily download software updates as they become available.
Elite Setup Guide Step 8 Installation of Startup CDR 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 are briefly outlined on the following pages. Install 1-2 Drive CDR/DVDR Software or Install 3-4 Drive CDR/DVDR Software Installs the following three programs: DiscJuggler Pro 4.
Elite Setup Guide Install Autograph VI Drivers This link will display detailed, step by step directions for the setup of your Autograph VI drivers. View Hardware Setup PDF Document This is an electronic PDF version of this installation manual. View Autograph VI Setup PDF Document This is an electronic PDF manual for the Autograph VI. Register Your Elite If your PC is currently connected to the Internet, click on this option to register your Elite online.
Elite Setup Guide Step 9 Installation of Recording Software (CD Step 1) The first option is to install the recording software. Select either the 1-2 CDR/DVDR Software or the 3-4 CDR/DVDR Software depending on the number of recorders your unit has. You will hardware configuration. If you choose SAVETO, then save to your DESKTOP so you can later delete the setup file. The software installation will begin automatically.
Elite Setup Guide Click complete and Next The installation is complete. Click Finish and the DiscJuggler Icon will be placed on your desktop.
Elite Setup Guide Step 10 Installation of Autoloader Command Console (CD Step 2) Next you can install the ACC (Autoloader Command Console) program. This is a utility program used to align and support the Elite unit. Double click on the install 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.
Elite Setup Guide The ACC allow you to troubleshoot and update your Elite unit. If any electrical or mechanical issues occur, run the Diagnostics. The ACC Diagnostic routine will test all functions of the Elite and provider graphical feedback. The Comm Port setting enables you to chose between using COM1 and COM2 when communicating with the Elite. This cable into. ! CAUTION ! This screen allows you to adjust the position of the Picker Arm when placing CDs in the recorder and printer.
Elite Setup Guide This screen provides an easy way to changes are made in the future. This screen offers an easy way to recalibrate your unit if the need should ever arise.
Elite Setup Guide Step 11 Install Autograph VI Drivers (CD Step 3) By clicking on the Install Autograph VI Drivers link on the Installation and Support CDROM, you will open a second page with instructions detailing the installation and setup of your Autograph VI. Please follow these directions exactly. Failure to do so could result in inferior printing results.
Elite Setup Guide Step 12 Installation of Labeling Software Locate the Discus CD Labeling Software CDR and insert into your CDROM drive on the PC XXX-XXX-XXX. This key will be needed to complete the Discus installation. The menu below will be displayed. Choose install to hard disk. If your CDROM drive is not set to autoplay, open the CDROM and click on Launcher.exe. NOTE: Be sure that your PC can handle the 500MB and not affect the minimum requirements of the Elite hardware.
Elite Setup Guide Step 13 Disabling Auto-Insert Notification for your CD ROM Drives If your computer automatically tries to play a music CD, or launch a program when a data CD is inserted into your CD ROM drive, then you w feature. You MUST a master CD to be copied, your computer will try to automatically play or run whatever is on that CD. One easy way to disable Auto-Run in Windows XP and 2000 is as follows: You will see a screen similar to the one at the left.
Elite Setup Guide Step 14 Using Drive Assigner to select Recording Drives & Printing Port Before you can use the Elite to duplicate and print CDs, it is necessary to specify which CD/DVD burners and printer port are to be used with the Elite. Ensure that all the cables are properly connected. Turn on the Elite by pressing the power switch front right side. A small green LED located on the front of the unit should light up.
Elite Setup Guide Step 15 Loading Blank Media & Using DiscJuggler Ensure that all the cables are properly connected. If you have not already done so, turn on the Elite by pressing the power switch front right side. A small green LED located on the front of the unit should light up. If not, check to see that the power supply located at the rear of the unit is turned on and that it is properly connected to a standard working 115V power outlet. You are now ready to start creating and duplicating CD/DVDs.
Elite Setup Guide After you have selected Copy CDs and DVDs from the same burner, the panel below will open. Choose ACTION from the upper right section. On the PULL DOWN select Write and Print if you have a CD/DVD printer. Otherwise, select Write. Under the Source and Destination tab, ensure that the Elite unit is selected, and NOT a recorder on your PC.
Elite Setup Guide Below Copies is an option called Method speed. The maximum possible speed will depend upon the model of recorder in your unit and the type of media you are using. Since nearly all the CDR and DVDR media on the market today will burn at 24X and 2X respectively, we suggest those as the initial default recording speeds. Once you successfully complete your first job, you can try to burn at higher speeds. Results will vary depending on which brand and type of media you use.
Elite Setup Guide STEP 16 DESIGN PRINT IMAGE (LABEL) FOR MEDIA Note: You must be using an Autograph VI CD Printer in the following steps. If you are using another printer refer to documentation that includes your printer. Next you have to prepare a print image that can be used by the DiscJuggler software to print text or graphics on top of the media. To do this you will have to use the Discus labeling software provide with the Elite.
Elite Setup Guide Choose the Print folder at the top. Verify that Discus is set for the Autograph VI.
Elite Setup Guide Choose the Text (1) folder at the top. Click on an ABC (2) button and the Centered (3) button. Then click on the New (4) button. Type in the text as shown in the figure below.
Elite Setup Guide Once you have completed your test label, save it by clicking on File and save. Choose a path that will be easy to access from DiscJuggler, such as My Documents or the Desktop. Click on the Print folder. Click on the Print button. A Printer Display similar to the one shown in the figure below will be displayed. Make sure that the Autograph VI is selected under Printer Selection. Choose PRINT TO FILE. In order for Discjuggler to use the label file, it is necessary to create a print file.
Elite Setup Guide Note that you will have to choose a file name for the PRINT (PRN) file. This can be the same . In the example below we have created printtest.prn Click on OK and the Discus Label Software will create the prn file in the same location that you saved your label file. You can minimize the labeling software and maximize the DiscJuggler software. Note this may be slightly different if you use Windows 2000.
Elite Setup Guide STEP 17 SET PRINT IMAGE FOR DiscJuggler Now you have to provide the label print file location to the DiscJuggler. From the DiscJuggler Software choose the AUTOLOADER tab on the upper left section. Then click on the folder ICON to the right of the GOOD LABEL file panel. Then choose BROWSE and point to the directory that you stored your print images and choose the printtest.prn file or the one that you created.
Elite Setup Guide Step 18 Cycle Only Option Instead it will run through all functions BUT RECORD. Check the Cycle Only box to skip recording.
Elite Setup Guide Step 19 Start The Job Now you are ready for the unit to start a job. Click on the START button. The Elite should move to the input spindle, pick up the 1st CD (your master) and place it into one of the recorders. The image on the CD will be copied to the hard drive. Then the CD Master will be removed from the Drive and place on the output spindle. Then the Elite will place a blank CD from the input spindle into each of your CD recorders. Next, the image will be recorded onto the media.
Elite Setup Guide Using Drive Assigner If Your Unit is trying to use CD/DVD Recorders on your PC, try the following: Due to the fact that DiscJuggler is an open platform that looks at the entire PC system for Follow this procedure to eliminate this occurrence: Select Start, All Programs, Padus DiscJuggler, and click on Drive Assigner. DiscJuggler will review the system and display the devices that it has located.
Elite Setup Guide Troubleshooting the Elite The Elite systems is comprised of 4 basic systems that all work together similar to a PC, Scanner and Printer configuration. Generally any items that come up can be isolated to one of the following components: 1) PC System / Windows® Program / PCI Card 2) Loader Unit 3) DiscJuggler Copy Software 4) CD Printer / Labeling Software If you have difficulty with any one of the four systems, you can run separate tests on each to verify and correct the problem.
