1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX. For more detailed information on configuring and applying your 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX, please refer to the “Help” tab in the software included on the Installation CD. We at Aleratec appreciate your selection of our product, and wish you great success and enjoyment of your new 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX.
Product Features The 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX is a versatile Blu-ray disc recorder and duplicator. • Fast recording speed for high-volume copying. • Copies three Blu-ray BDs, DVDs or CDs simultaneously. • Simple operation. • Included software for a smooth duplication process and trouble-free operation.
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Installation and Operation Installation Your Aleratec 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX is equipped with an eSATA port that is a bridge to its three Blu-ray recorders. If your PC does not have an eSATA port available you will need to install the PCI Express eSATA host adapter (included) before you can use your 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX.
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Your PCI Express Host Adapter (included): Remove the slot cover of the PCI-Express slot; save the screw for use in attaching your included eSATA card. www.aleratec.com...
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Installation - continued Secure the host adapter bracket to the system frame with the attaching screw removed in step 5. You now have two eSATA ports in your computer. Replace the cover of your system. Reconnect the power cord. www.aleratec.com...
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Insert the other end of the eSATA cable to the eSATA port in the back of your 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX. Connect the power cord and power on the 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX. Restart your computer. During OS boot up, Windows will display the “Found New Hardware Wizard”...
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Simultaneous LightScribe Disc Labeling Please install the Acoustica disc labeling software from the included software CD. For best results, Aleratec Duplicator Grade LightScribe Media is recommended. See specific information at the back of this Quick Start Guide. Launch the DVD/CD Label Maker from the Acoustica program group in your Start menu.
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(“Art Browse” tab). Add text to the label using the “Text” tool, and basic shapes can be added with “Shape.” When you are ready to begin labeling, click on the “LightScribe” button. www.aleratec.com...
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Press “Print” to continue. Insert discs into each of the recorders you wish to use, with the label side facing down (shiny side facing up) and then click “OK.” The LightScribe process will begin on each selected recorder. www.aleratec.com...
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Acoustica will display the status of the job with a progress bar corresponding to each recorder. When the job has completed successfully, the labeled discs will be will ejected automatically. Note: If you have any questions about your Aleratec publishing system, please consult our on-line Knowledge Base at: http://www.aleratec.com. www.aleratec.com...
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Simultaneous BD/DVD/CD Duplication Instructions The 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX can be used to make three copies directly from an unprotected disc. These instructions assume your computer’s internal DVD/CD drive will be used to read the source disc. Launch Roxio Creator from the Roxio program group in your Start menu.
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If you have not already inserted the disc you want to copy into the appropriate tray, do so now and it will be recognized in a few moments. Click on the down arrow to the right of the “Copy Now” button, and choose “Advanced Copy.” www.aleratec.com...
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Simultaneous BD/DVD/CD Duplication Instructions - continued In the Burn Setup window that appears, click to place a check in the box next to the recorders you want to use to copy. Make sure the drive containing the source disc is not selected. www.aleratec.com...
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CDs or DVDs for home playback. Click “OK” when you are ready to begin duplication. Roxio Disc Copier will display the progress of the duplication job and will notify you when the task has been completed successfully. www.aleratec.com...
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Close the progress window, and then close Disc Copier to return to the Roxio Creator “Home” screen where you can choose another task. External Recorder Launch Roxio Creator and select the desired recording function. Insert appropriate media into a Recorder. Follow the on-screen steps to record data from your computer. www.aleratec.com...
Optional Add Ons ExpressCard 34 (part # 240141) is an adapter for Notebook computers to connect the 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX to a laptop computer. • Two eSATA II Ports add-on for notebook via one Express Card slot •...
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Optional Add Ons The eSATA 4 Port PCI-X Host Adapter (part # 240137) allows you to connect up to four 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX to a server class computer. • When installed in an Intel® Xeon Based Server allows you to use four 1:3 Copy Cruiser BLU HLX’s together for duplicating...
Part No. 110116 CD-R LightScribe V1.2 Duplicator Grade Media 600 Pack™ Part No. 110120 CD-R LightScribe V1.2 Duplicator Grade Rainbow 100 Pack™ Part No. 110117 Please visit www.aleratec.com/media.html for the most current listing of available Aleratec Duplicator Grade Media. www.aleratec.com...
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