Chapter 1: Introduction; Welcome; Package Contents; Crucial Information - MicroBoards Technology StartREC Reference Manual

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 WELCOME

Thank you for purchasing the StartREC 400, a breakthrough in CD-R duplication for audio professionals.
The StartREC 400's advanced features include:
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Duplicate data or audio CDs (perfect for backing up hard disk recording system session files).
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Supports up to four 8X CD-R writers for blazingly fast speed — make four copies of a typical 60
minute CD in slightly over 8 minutes.
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Internal 6 Gigabyte hard disk with three partitions holds several projects simultaneously.
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Extract audio from CDs to the hard disk, then use editing features to rearrange, delete, combine, and
index audio.
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Standalone operation eliminates problems of computer-based devices (operating systems not optimized
for recording, limited analog and digital I/O, resource conflicts with other hardware, etc.).
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Accepts analog signals (balanced or unbalanced) and digital signals (SPDIF coax, SPDIF optical, and
AES/EBU).
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High-quality 40X Plextor reader drive.
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Easy-to-understand operating system.
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Solid construction designed for consistent, day -in, day -out operation.
Thank you again for purchasing the finest standalone CD duplicator for audio professionals; we are sure
you will find it a valuable partner in your work. For StartREC 400 news and updates, visit the Microboards
web site at www.microboards.com.

1.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS

Your package contains:
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StartREC 400 unit
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Power cable
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User's manual
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Warranty card

1.3 CRUCIAL INFORMATION!

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The StartREC 400 works on 115 or 230V, as set by a small switch located above the rear panel power
cable receptacle (see the rear panel view in section 1.7). Before plugging in the unit, make sure this
switch is set correctly for your line voltage.
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StartREC 400 writes to CD-R media only, not CD-RW. However, it can copy most CD-RW discs.
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For 8X duplication, use only 8X-certified media. Microboards recommends Taiyo Yuden blank media.
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Interrupting power to the StartREC 400 while writing not only terminates the duplication process, but
in extreme cases, can damage the unit. Consider investing in an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to
eliminate problems due to line voltage variations. A UPS designed for a large personal computer
system can usually provide enough power to finish duplicating multiple CDs, even if a total blackout
occurs during duplication. Suitable models cost around $100-$150 at office supply stores.
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Fill out and send in your warranty registration so we can notify you of StartREC 400 operating system
updates.
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