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Automated optical disc duplication & printing system
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082206-510930-(04)
Automated Optical Disc
Duplication & Printing System
© 2006 All rights reserved.

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  • Page 1 082206-510930-(04) Automated Optical Disc Duplication & Printing System © 2006 All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 Notices: The information in this document is subject to change without notice. NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND IS MADE WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No liability is assumed for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started ...1 A. Choosing a Good Location ...1 B. Unpacking and Inspection...1 C. Identifying the Parts ...2 D. PC System Requirements...4 E. MAC System Requirements ...4 Overview of Operation ...5 Section 2: Hardware and Software Set-Up ...8 A.
  • Page 4 Section 5: Interpreting the Publisher’s Indicator Lights...57 Section 6: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...58 A. Cleaning the Publisher ...58 B. Performing a Robotic Self-Test ...58 C. PC Software Test...59 D. MAC Software Test ...60 E. Cleaning the Ink Cartridges ...61 Technical Support...61 Section 7: Technical Specifications ...62 Index...63 INDEX...
  • Page 5 Interactive Feature in this PDF Document There are interactive features that will allow you to jump to different locations within the document. Each listing in the Table of Contents is interactive. Place the cursor on either the words or the page number. A small hand with a pointing finger icon appears.

  • Page 6: Section 1: Getting Started

    NOTE ON TERMS AND CONVENTIONS: From this point forward, the following terms and conventions will apply: The Bravo XR will be abbreviated simply as the Publisher. Optical discs, which can include many different types of discs including CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD-Rs and more are all referred to as CDs or discs.

  • Page 7: Identifying The Parts

    Save the carton and packing materials. They will come in handy later if you ever need to transport the Publisher and/or any of its parts and accessories. IDENTIFYING THE PARTS Front Panel and Top This illustration shows the Publisher, its Control Panel, Buttons, LED indicator lights, Input and Output Bins and other components.
  • Page 8 The Control Panel contains LED Status Lights and Buttons to control the Publisher. The right LED Status Light LED Status Light is on to indicate that the cover is closed. They also blink in certain patterns to indicate an error or other condition of the Publisher.

  • Page 9: Pc System Requirements

    Rear Panel This illustration shows the input ports found on the rear panel of the Publisher: The USB 2.0 Interface is connected to an open USB 2.0 port on your PC with the USB 2.0 cable, included with your Publisher. Power Input switching power supply.

  • Page 10: Overview Of Operation

    The following is a description of the complete process of duplicating and printing a CD/DVD job on your Publisher XR (See section 5F for Overview of Operation in backup mode): 1. Up to 25 blank discs may be loaded at one time into the Input Bin.
  • Page 11 4. The Recorder Tray then automatically shuts. Robotic Disc Transporter will automatically check the Input Bin to make certain that only one disc was picked. Through software control, you can perform a test on each disc before recording. If a disc does not pass (meaning that all or part of that disc is not recordable), the Robotic Disc Transporter picks it out of the Reject...
  • Page 12 8. Print time varies according to which print mode has been selected (section 3-A). In most cases, print time takes no more than 2 minutes. After printing the first disc, the Publisher's Printer Disc Tray opens automatically. The Robotic Disc Transporter moves the finished disc to the Output Bin.

  • Page 13: Section 2: Hardware And Software Set-Up

    Section 2: Hardware and Software Set-Up This section will describe the step-by-step process of setting up your Publisher. This includes information on how to load the supplies (ink and disc media) necessary to start producing discs. A. INSTALLING THE PC SOFTWARE The Installer Disc has a QuickStart menu that will guide you through the process of setting up your Publisher.

  • Page 14: Hardware Setup

    Due to the wide variety of printable-surface CD/DVD media, you may find that certain brands of discs provide higher print quality than others. For maximum print quality, use CD/DVD media authorized by Primera. INDEX Hardware and Software Set-Up 9...

  • Page 15: Step 3: Installing Ink Cartridges

    Refer to the following steps when loading discs in to the Publisher: • Open the front cover of the Publisher • The Publisher will automatically position the cartridge carrier and Robotic Disc Transporter to the center position allowing for easy access to the bins. •...

  • Page 16: Step 4: Connecting The Usb Cable

    • Slowly remove the tape covering the cartridge's print head, being careful to avoid damaging the barcode label on the underside of the cartridge. DO NOT TOUCH THE COPPER AREA! • Insert the ink cartridges into the carrier, copper end first and snap the cartridge cover in place.
  • Page 17 INDEX If you are using Windows, after a few moments a found new hardware wizard will appear. Select "Install the software automatically" and click Next. Make sure that you have your installation disc in a drive on your computer. You may see a notice like the one shown below stating that the device has not passed Windows Logo Testing.
  • Page 18 1. Open the Printer Setup Utility located in the Applications - Utilities folder. 2. Click Add. Select the Disc Publisher XR from the list of available printers. Click Add again. INDEX Hardware and Software Set-Up 13...

  • Page 19: Section 3: Creating Discs On A Pc

    Faxes. For XP Home click on Control Panel, then click on Printers and Other Hardware, then click on Printers and Faxes. Click on the Disc Publisher XR icon with the right mouse button and select Printing Preferences. 14 Creating Discs on a PC...

  • Page 20: Color Matching

    NOTE: Most applications allow you to change these same printer driver options from their "Print" and/or "Printer Setup" screens. This means that you don't have to go back to the main printer setup window each time you want to change a setting or option in the printer driver.

  • Page 21: Centering Test Print

    Select PrimaColor to enable color-matching profiles written specifically for the Publisher by Candela Color Management System. This setting automatically adjusts the color of your image according to predetermined printer profiles and default system profiles. This results in a very precise color match when attempting to print photographic images.
  • Page 22 normally use for your publishing because different brands of discs may vary slightly in size. Also, verify that the Publisher is powered ON and that it is connected to your computer. 2. Click on the Centering Properties Test Print button. The printer will begin printing the calibration test print.

  • Page 23: Ink Levels And Cartridge Maintenance

    Enable Ink Low Warning This setting lets you enable or disable the warning from the printer to tell you when the ink cartridges are getting low. Ink Levels and Cartridge Maintenance Select this button to display the current ink levels as well as options for cleaning and changing cartridges.

  • Page 24: Disc Output Location

    INDEX If the Yellow, Magenta, Cyan or Black diagonal lines printed on the disc show breaks, repeat the cleaning procedure. If nozzles still appear to be clogged, remove the cartridge and gently wipe the nozzle area sideways with a clean water-dampened cloth.

  • Page 25: Alignment Calibration

    Enable Bi-di Printing When enabled the Bravo will print bi-directional for faster printing. The default is uni-directional printing. When you enable bi-directional printing, you should perform the Alignment Calibration described later in this section. Please note that the calibration is stored on your computer, so if you move to a new computer you must repeat the calibration.
  • Page 26 1. Click New... 2. Select Disc Publisher / AutoPrinter under Label Products and click Next. 3. Click Browse to look through the many built-in backgrounds included with SureThing, or click Clear if you would like to import your own background or design. Click Next.
  • Page 27 Primo DVD 2.1. To print only from SureThing, simply open the file menu and choose print. Select the printer as Disc Publisher XR. Choose the number of copies and click OK. 22 Creating Discs on a PC...

  • Page 28: Prn Files

    C. USING OTHER GRAPHICS PROGRAMS While SureThing will handle most labeling needs, some people prefer to use other graphic programs. Because of this we offer the flexibility to create print files (*.PRN) from any application. Your Publisher will support two types of PrimoDVD 2.1: •...
  • Page 29 Operating Screens To keep things simple, there is really only one main operating screen you'll need to know about in order to run the PrimoDVD Software. It is called the Application Window and it looks like this: Drive Status Window Job Set-Up Window Job Status...
  • Page 30 • Job Status Window. As each Job Panel is formed, an entry is made in the Job Status Window at the lower left side of the main Application Window. When jobs are started, this list displays the status of each job, including the number of discs copied and the number remaining.

  • Page 31: Using Kiosk Mode

    Rejects can be identified in the stack because they will not be printed in the same manner as successfully recorded discs. Primera Technology offers an optional Kiosk Mode Kit that contains a third output bin to...

  • Page 32: Copying A Cd Or Dvd

    collect the discs. This optional bin attaches to the front of the Bravo. This kit is available through your reseller. Kiosk mode is enabled as follows: 1. In PrimoDVD 2.1 click Robotics then Options from the main menu. In the Options dialog box, check the option labeled Enable Kiosk Mode.
  • Page 33 INDEX hard drive and copy from there") The master is stored in the Primo Global Image format (*.gi) in a temporary location on your computer. Primo uses this temporary file to make all subsequent copies that are requested. The master disc is read only once to create the initial temporary GI file.
  • Page 34 created a label to print on the disc click on the SureThing button to open SureThing and create a label. (Refer to Section 3B for Instructions on how to create a label) Once you close SureThing. The label file will automatically be associated with your job.

  • Page 35: Section 4: Creating Discs On A Mac

    Section 4: Creating Discs on a Mac There are two main components to duplicating disc, printing and recording. You can use any graphics application to design your label for printing. Discribe 5.2 will allow you to master the data and automate the recording and printing of your discs.

  • Page 36: Printing Only

    3. Place your image or design your graphics on the new layer. Use the template as a guide for image and graphics placement. 4. Before you print or save your image in another format, either hide the template layer or delete the template layer. The circular shape and center cut out should not beprinted.
  • Page 37 2. Click the Audio CD button. You will now see the Audio Job Pane. Add your audio tracks by dragging AIFF, MP3, WAV, Sound Designer II (SDII) files or tracks to the window. You can drag one or multiple files to the window in any combination.
  • Page 38 Note: AIFF Files will need to be in a specific format in order for Discribe to accept them. Please be sure that your hard disk has enough space for the converted files and that the files adhere to the following guidelines: •...
  • Page 39 5. You may preview audio tracks by selecting the desired track and clicking the Play button. If you are satisfied with the content of your audio project, you are ready to write the disc. If you are still in the Discribe Audio Picker window then click the OK button to return to the main interface.
  • Page 40 An optional Kiosk Kit is available from your Primera reseller that contains a custom output bin to catch the finished discs as they leave the Bravo. b. Click the Print Image on Discs button to enable printing.
  • Page 41 Print Settings will launch the Printer Driver settings when clicked. These settings are described in detail in section 4-E of this manual. Set Print disc before recording/ Record disc before printing. Record disc before printing is recommended for most jobs to avoid printing on discs that do not burn properly.
  • Page 42 C.2 Data 1. Double click the Discribe Icon to launch the program. You will see a splash screen followed by Discribe's Quick Start Menu. Click the Data CD button. You will now see the Data Job Pane. Discribe defaults to a Mac HFS format, if you want the disc to be read on a Windows format PC, you will need to select ISO/9660 as your job type from the drop-down list.
  • Page 43 Add your files and folders by dragging them to the window. You can drag one or multiple files to the window in any combination. 3. Click the Data… button to view all the files that have been added to your current project. You can add files by clicking the Add...
  • Page 44 An optional Kiosk Kit is available from your Primera reseller that contains a custom output bin to catch the finished discs as they leave the Bravo. b. Click the Print Image on Discs button to enable printing.
  • Page 45 Also set the option to select a paper size as described in Section 4-E of this manual. Print Settings will launch the Printer Driver settings when clicked. These settings are described in detail in Section 4-E of this manual. Set Print disc before recording/Record disc before printing.
  • Page 46 1. Double click the Discribe Icon to launch the program. You will see a splash screen followed by Discribe's Quick Start Menu. 2. Click the Copy a CD/DVD button. 3. Place your master disc in your Bravo's drive 4. Select the drive in your Bravo as the source drive. (Skip to Step 7 to copy a disc with out making a physical image) 5.
  • Page 47 An optional Kiosk Kit is available from your Primera reseller that contains a custom output bin to catch the finished discs as they leave the Bravo. b. Click the Print Image on Discs button to enable printing. This will enable other buttons in this pane.
  • Page 48 Print Settings will launch the Printer Driver settings when clicked. These settings are described in detail in Section 4-E of this manual. Set Print disc before recording/Record disc before printing. Record disc before printing is recommended for most jobs to avoid printing on discs that do not burn properly.
  • Page 49 copies of each of the five discs, load two blanks followed by the original, then two more blanks followed by the next original and so forth. Blanks NOTE: If you plan to use Kiosk mode, you could load blanks and originals in both bins, doubling the amount of discs you can copy.

  • Page 50: Queuing Jobs

    This will launch the Streaming Print Center where you can queue the individual images for printing. Click Design Image if you wish to design labels in Discus. If you already have the images you wish to print, drag them into the queue area or click Add.
  • Page 51 3. You will be prompted to save the job. Click Save. 4. Name your job. Click Save. Once you have saved your job, you will see the Job Details Pane. 46 Creating Discs on a Mac INDEX...
  • Page 52 6. If you would like to print an image on the disc, check the Print Image on Discs box to enable printing. This will enable other buttons in this pane. • Press the Choose Image button to select an image to print.
  • Page 53 8. Return to Discribes’ main menu by clicking on the Discribe pane, bringing it to the foreground. Repeat the steps above for each individual job to be queued. 9. Once all the jobs have been queued, review the job queue settings window before starting the jobs.

  • Page 54: Printer Options

    1. From Discribe, or any printing application, click the Page Setup and set Format For to Disc Publisher XR. 2. The paper sizes for the Disc Publisher XR refer to the type of disc to which you will be printing. The available sizes are: CD/DVD, Business Card Disc, 80mm CD and Hockey Rink Disc.
  • Page 55 Print Settings Click Print Setup to see the driver window and all of its settings. You will want click the Copies and Pages button and select Publisher Settings option in the drop-down menu to see the full pane and access all the printer driver settings. The following is a description of the printer driver settings: •...
  • Page 56 This allows you to place blank discs in both the input and output bins doubling your capacity. An optional Kiosk Kit is available from your Primera reseller that contains a custom output bin to catch the finished discs as they leave the Bravo.
  • Page 57 For the discs that Primera sells, use the following guide for Inner Diameter: − 38.3 mm for Primera's Tuff-Coat CDR − 24.9 mm for the Hockey Rink Disc, Business • Outer Margin The Outer Margin refers to where the printing will cut off around the outer edge of your disc.

  • Page 58: Configuration Utility

    2. Click the Applications Icon 3. Scroll to Printer Setup Utility (Print Center in OS X v. 10.2) Highlight the Disc Publisher XR and click Utility (Configure in OS X v. 10.2) Icon You can also launch the Configuration Utility from the Disc Publisher printer settings in any printing application by clicking File then Print and selecting Publisher Settings.
  • Page 59 Change Cartridge If you need to change cartridges, it is a good idea to use the Change Cartridge button in the Configuration Utility. This ensures the most accurate tracking of ink levels. To change a cartridge, click the Change Cartridge button. The cartridge holder will move to the center of the Bravo to make it easier to install the cartridges.

  • Page 60: Image Alignment

    Image Alignment The Image Alignment button will allow you to nudge the image up, down, left, or right on your disc. To center the image, click the Image Alignment button. You will be prompted with a choice to print a test print or simply enter values to nudge the image alignment on the disc.
  • Page 61 INDEX Once the print has finished, you will see the following dialog box: Look at the finished alignment disc and pick the numbers that come closest to lining up with one another. For instance, on the disc shown in this manual, the vertical alignment is 2 and the horizontal alignment is -3.

  • Page 62: Section 5: Interpreting The Publisher's Indicator Lights

    Section 5: Interpreting the Publisher's Indicator Lights The Power and Busy LED indicator lights located on the top of the Publisher can tell you a lot about what is happening inside the Publisher. To accurately interpret what it means when these lights are on, off, or flashing, please refer to the following: Ink Cartridge Power LED...

  • Page 63: Section 6: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Section 6: Maintenance and Troubleshooting The Publisher is designed to operate for extended periods of time with very little attention. In fact, no regular maintenance is recommended other than cleaning the outside case. NOTE: Do NOT attempt to oil or grease the Publisher's Robotic Arm shaft or other components.

  • Page 64: Pc Software Test

    • Release both buttons • To stop the test, wait until the disc has moved to the Output Bin and press the Power Button. C. PC SOFTWARE TEST This will confirm that the hardware, software and your PC are all communicating properly with each other properly. Follow the procedures listed on the following pages.

  • Page 65: Mac Software Test

    5. Click OK to get back to the main screen. 6. Click on Robotics again. 7. Select Manual Movements. 8. Load at least 4-5 discs into the Input Bin. 9. Click on Start Test. The robotic arm will move through its entire sequence automatically.

  • Page 66: Cleaning The Ink Cartridges

    F. TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you have difficulties in operating the Publisher use the procedures in this manual and the additional resource listed below: Source Primera Knowledge Base Primo DVD Software Help files SureThing Software Help files Email Support Chat Support...

  • Page 67: Section 7: Technical Specifications

    Weight Dimensions Certifications Safety Warranty 62 Technical Specifications Specifications Disc Publisher XR Ink-Jet 4800 x 1200 dpi, 2400 x 1200 dpi, 1200 x 1200 dpi, 600 x 600 dpi Dual Cartridges: One 3-color (CMY) cartridge, and one Black Monochrome (K)

  • Page 68: Index

    Index Activity Log...24, 25 Algebraic...15 Alignment Calibration ...15, 20 Application Window ...24, 25, 59 Audio Job, Running ...27, 31 Cartridge Type ...15 CD Tray... 6 Centering Test Print ...16, 55 Color Matching...15 Connections, Rear Panel...4 Controls, Front Panel ...2 Disc Output Location ...19 Drive Status Window ...24 Enable Ink Low Warning ...18 Identifying the Parts ...2...
  • Page 69 Printed in the United States of America P/N 510930...

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