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User GuideIncludes key information about the operation and use of your Elite Series duplicatorElite_Series_User_Guide_lp03.indd 1 2/21/06 9:05:4

Getting the Best Duplication Results6DEDICATED SYSTEM USEIf you have an ElitePRO duplicator, it may be tempting to consider using the duplicator as an

Elite Series User Guide7FlexWare unlocks the potential of your Elite series duplicator, providing access to duplication, print-ing, image management,

Using FlexWare8As you complete a duplication project using val-ues that you may want to access again for a later project, use the Save As option on th

Elite Series User Guide9that minimizes disc errors for improved audio fidelity on CDs. • Make any custom settings using the options under Advanced, if

Using FlexWare107 Check the DVD box if your relay mode op-eration consists of DVDs to be copied. 8 Set the Copies setting to Auto. Auto must be sele

Elite Series User Guide11DUPLICATING DISCS FROM IMAGESYou can start a duplication job from any valid disc image that has been pre-stored on your syste

Using FlexWare12An image for a double-layer DVD duplication, for example, can require nearly 8GB of storage space. If you regularly save image files to

Elite Series User Guide13you may want to experiment with smaller cache sizes. To set the cache size1 Select the Cache option on the Settings menu. 2

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Elite Series User Guide15Discus makes it easy to use your own graphics for disc labels or to choose from a wide selection of existing images, fonts, a

Copyright and contact detailsThis document and related materials are provided “as is” with no warranties, express or implied, including but not limite

Using Discus163 Place the cursor over the control knob on the lower slider bar. The pop-up box shows the measurements. The default is 42 mm. You can

Elite Series User Guide17and other properties of the selected graphic. Adjust these settings until you have the im-age positioned and processed the wa

Using Discus186 When you are satisfied with the appearance of the label, you can save it for later use. Select Save from the File menu and choose a su

Elite Series User Guide19Use the FlexWare utilities, available through the Utilities icon in the main program or the initial easy access icons that ap

Using Utilities20To print a test label1 Place a blank printable disc in the input spindle, label side up.2 Open the Utilities option and click the P

Elite Series User Guide21UPDATING THE FIRMWAREThe firmware for the autoloader controller and the printer controller should be updated periodically when

Using Utilities22Caution: If performed improperly, this procedure can cause problems with the duplicator opera-tions. Consult with Disc Makers support

Elite Series User Guide23UPGRADING THE SYSTEMIf you make hardware additions to your duplica-tor, you must use the Upgrade dialog box to register the c

Using Utilities244 Press the lower button on front of the printer cabinet to extend the tray.5 Clean the surface with a lint-free cloth. 6 Press th

Elite Series User Guide25Many common duplicator problems can be quickly solved by referring to the following list of Frequently Asked Questions. SYST

ContentsChapter 1: Automating Disc Duplication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1System overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Chapter 4: Using Discus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Specifying print regions . . . . . . . . . .

Elite Series User Guide1Disc Makers Elite series duplicators bring a broad range of disc publishing capabilities to your home or business. Engineered

Automating Disc Duplication2SYSTEM OVERVIEWElite series duplicators feature all of the hardware and software tools that you need to publish and print

Elite Series User Guide3DISC DUPLICATOR CAPABILITIESElite series duplicators can:• Produce up to 175 discs from a master or an image during a single

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Elite Series User Guide5High-speed disc duplication requires very high quality media, a dedicated host computer, fast hard drives, and a well-tuned sy