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G3 Disc Publisher
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For Microsoft Windows
7, Vista, and XP
Users Manual
Microboards Technology LLC
Version 2.0

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  • Page 1 G3 Disc Publisher ® For Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, and XP Users Manual Microboards Technology LLC Version 2.0...
  • Page 2 • Introduction...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Diameter Settings Tab ........................15 Ink Tab............................16 Alignment Tab..........................16 Print Quality Tab ..........................17 Printing Recommendations ......................17 About Tab ............................17 The G3 Disc Publisher Software.......................18 Microboards PrintWrite Configuration....................18 The Microboards Printer Toolbox......................18 Print Test Disc ..........................18 Exercise Belt..........................18 Cleaning............................18 Using SureThing Disc Labeler ......................19 Creating New Labels ........................19...
  • Page 4 • Introduction...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    G3 DISC PUBLISHER Introduction The Microboards G3 Disc Publisher is a single drive, 50 disc, print and record system. The G3 combines professional quality printing and recording into a single, easy to use duplicator. The system includes one high speed DVD recorder. Microboards and HP co-developed the printer technology, allowing up to 4800 x 1200 dpi printing.

  • Page 6: System Requirements

    System Requirements The Microboards G3 Disc Publisher has the following minimum requirements and compatibilities: Operating System Windows XP with SP2, Windows Vista, or Windows 7. 32-bit or 64-bit Operating Systems Pentium 4 (or equivalent) CPU, running at 3.0 GHz or faster.

  • Page 7: Installing Ink Cartridges

    Installing Ink Cartridges Supported Ink Cartridges The G3 Disc Publisher uses a single color ink cartridge. The part number for this cartridge is GX- 300HC. If other cartridges are installed, the G3 Disc Publisher will not function. These cartridges are available from any Microboards reseller.

  • Page 8: Loading Discs

    Front Control Panel The AC power switch located on the back of the G3 Disc Publisher must be turned on first in order to supply power to the Front Control Panel.

  • Page 9: G3 Disc Publisher Installation

    The following installation sections are intended only as a reference for the installation process, not as a guide to installing the G3 Disc Publisher. Performing the installation out of order could result in an unsuccessful installation.

  • Page 10: Windows 7 And Vista Hardware Installation

    Installer. Please follow all directions in the order in which they appear. Turn on power to the G3 Disc Publisher and PC. Once the G3 is connected, the operating system will next display the following windows if you are not running the Installer: 3.
  • Page 11 MICROBOARDS TECHNOLOGY, LLC G3 DISC PUBLISHER 5. Select No, not this time and click 9. Select No, not this time and click Next. Next. 10. Click Next. 6. Click Next. 11. Click Continue Anyway. 7. Click Continue Anyway. 12. Click Finish for the next screen.
  • Page 12 13. Select No, not this time and click Next. 15. Click Continue Anyway. 14. Click Next. 16. Click Finish. • Assembly and Installation...

  • Page 13: Setting Printer Alignment

    Setting Printer Alignment Alignment The G3 Disc Publisher system has been aligned to 0.1mm precision at the factory. You may need to fine tune the alignment settings for full surface coverage depending on the media brand and print surface type. Follow these steps if alignment modification is needed: 1.

  • Page 14: Printing Preferences

    Access the Printing Preferences by clicking the Start Button on your Windows computer. Select Settings and then select Printers. Right click on the Microboards G Series icon, then select Printing Preferences. There are 7 tabs across the top of the window. Click each tab to see the available settings.

  • Page 15: Advanced Tab

    To avoid excessive ink buildup, these values should never be set so that the G3 Disc Publisher is printing off the media. The Parameter Unit should remain on the 0.1mm setting for maximum precision.

  • Page 16: Ink Tab

    To avoid excessive ink buildup, these values should never be set so that the G3 Disc Publisher is printing off the media. The default diameter settings are 1180 for the Outer and...

  • Page 17: Print Quality Tab

    Photo Mode should be used when printing on the entire disc or when using detailed graphics. Here is an example: Photo – Normal, Best, and 4800x1200 Modes About Tab The About tab provides you with contact information for the worldwide Microboards offices.

  • Page 18: The G3 Disc Publisher Software

    The G3 Disc Publisher Software Your G3 uses Microboards PrintWrite as the Disc Publishing software. You can print directly from SureThing or other applications if you are only printing, but any burning must be done using PrintWrite. Microboards PrintWrite Configuration...

  • Page 19: Using Surething Disc Labeler

    The information in this section will only apply to a manual re-installation of the individual software packages. If you have not yet installed the G3 Disc Publisher using the Installer, it is recommended that you do so. Installing the G3 Disc Publisher in an incorrect order could result in an unsuccessful installation.

  • Page 20: Surething Labeler Software Re-Installation

    There are 3 methods of reinstalling SureThing should the need arise: A. (Recommended) Insert the Microboards G3 Disc Publisher Installation CD into the CD/DVD ROM drive on your computer and select the Repair option when the installer starts. Click the SureThing Disc Labeler button to reinstall SureThing.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Remove any discs that are left on the belt. 2. Lift the cover and check for any discs on the front deck of the G3 Disc Publisher. Remove any discs found on the belts. Close the cover.

  • Page 22: Printing Specifications

    Please have the Model and Serial Number of your G3 Disc Publisher available when contacting Technical Support. Any unauthorized modification to this equipment may result in the revocation by the FCC of the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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