Acronova NB12 User Manual

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Operation Manual

Nimbie Automated Disc Duplicator

Model #: NB12 Series (Standalone) Serial Number: ______________________________ (The serial number is labeled on the rear panel of the device.)

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PREFACE

Important Safety Instructions

For your safety , basic pre cautions should always be followed to reduce risk of damage, electric shock, fire, and personal injury. This includes the following:

 Read this manual carefully and follow all warnings and

instructions.

 Operate the unit with only the proper electrical specifications as

labeled on the device. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole grounding receptacles that accept your device's plug. Make sure the device is connected to a known ground.

 Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, rain, moisture, water,

flammable material, gas, dust, dirt, smoke, pollution or abrupt humidity changes.

 Place this device on a steady level surface in an air-conditioned

environment with sufficient ventilation. Do not move this device while the power is on. Handle with care.

 This device generates heat during the duplication process.

Out-of-specification or unstable power supply may cause overheating, low productivity, increased failure rate, and damage to the device.

 Use a reliable power source with correct voltage and ample

current supply. Give this device a dedicated power outlet. Do not share the outlet with other devices.

 Please make it a habit to always unplug the power cord before

troubleshooting or performing maintenance. Always turn the power switch to the Off position when connecting the power cord.

 Do not attempt to disassemble this device or touch any of the

moving parts. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Unauthorized disassembly or repair will void all warranty.

Acknowledgments

permission is prohibited. Trademarks: Acronova, Nimbie, GetTray, Xymba, DupliQ, and Apus

are the trademarks of Acronova Technology Inc. All other products,

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brands, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. FCC Compliance: This equipment has been tested and found to

comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.

Use of shielded cables is required to comply with the Class B limits of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate and/or obtain warranty service for this equipment.

Limited Warranty (North America): The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Acronova Technology Inc. makes no warranty of any kind with respect to this information.

Acronova Technology Inc. guarantees this device for a period of one year from the date of delivery, free from defects in material and workmanship. In case of malfunction or fault, Acronova Technology Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace the product.

You must return the defective product, protected in the original packaging, with a valid RMA number, to an authorized dealer or reseller within the warranty period accompanied with the proof of purchase.

This warranty only covers parts made by Acronova Technology Inc. For parts made by other manufacturers, such as hard disks, and disc recorders, the original manufacturer’s warranty applies.

This warranty will not cover abuse, misuse, alteration, modification,

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tampering, negligence, faulty installation, accidents, lack of reasonable care, unauthorized repairs or service, or if installed to any device not provided with the product, or if the serial number label provided with this product has been broken or removed.

This warranty does not cover damages that occur in shipment, due to acts of God. All repairs and replacement services shall only be handled by Acronova Technology Inc, and by authorized service centers. Parts used for replacement are covered only for the remainder of the warranty period.

Acronova Technology Inc. disclaims all implied warranties on this product, including without limitation warranties of merchantability, performance, and fitness for a particular purpose.

In no event will Acronova Technology Inc. be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, tort, economic, contingent or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product or its documentation, including, without, limitation, damages or costs relating to the loss of data, profits, business or goodwill, even if Acronova Technology Inc., its authorized dealers or resellers have advertised the possibilities of such damages. In no case shall Acronova Technology Inc.’s liability exceed the amount paid by the user of this product out of which such claim arose.

Any written or oral information or advice given by the dealer, reseller, agent, sales representative, or employee of Acronova Technology Inc. will in no way increase the scope of this warranty nor should you rely on such oral or written communication.

Technical Support: For technical support and assistance, please contact your local dealer.

For additional information regarding optical disc duplication, printing, and management please visit our website. We value your comments and suggestions and thank you for your purchase.

Acronova Technology, Inc. http://www.acronova.com

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Table of Contents

Preface 2 Specifications 6 Unpacking Your Nimbie 7

Package Contents......................................................................... 7

Getting Familiar with Nimbie 9

Block Diagram............................................................................... 9

A Look at Nimbie........................................................................... 9

Rear View....................................................................................10

Control Panel.............................................................................. 10

LED Indicators .............................................................................11

Device Installation 13

Finding a Place for Nimbie.......................................................... 13

Using the Detachable Legs......................................................... 13

Nimbie Installation....................................................................... 13

Before Getting Started 15

Tips for Handling Optical Discs................................................... 15

What You Need to Start a Disc Duplication Session................... 15

Important Tips for Loading Discs to Nimbie................................ 15

Rejected Discs............................................................................ 15

More Than 30 Discs in One Session.......................................... 16

Automated Multiple-Master-Disc Duplication..............................16

Write Speed: Production Rate vs. Duplication Quality................17

Duplicate Disc Verification.......................................................... 17

Handling Disc Write Failures....................................................... 18

Turning Nimbie On......................................................................18

Turning Nimbie Off......................................................................18

Operation Quick Guide 19

Abort a Running Operation......................................................... 19

Start a Duplication Session......................................................... 19

Duplication Simulation ................................................................ 20

Erase a Stack of Rewritable Discs..............................................21

Verify a Stack of Discs................................................................ 21

Appendix 23

Nimbie Maintenance................................................................... 23

Choosing Reliable Blank Discs...................................................23

Disc Separation........................................................................... 23

The Quality of the Master Disc Counts....................................... 24

Writing Speed.............................................................................. 24

Frequently Asked Questions 25

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SPECIFICATIONS

Disc Recorder One CD/DVD recorder (NB12); One Blu-ray/CD/DVD recorder (NB12-BR) Input Capacity: 30 discs; 100 discs or more using extension

rods (increased capacity using non-stop refill)

Output Capacity: Dependent capacity (completed discs are

placed in front of the unit, in a separate

container, or Disc S t orage Bin) Reject Disc Capacity: 3 discs without legs; 30 discs using legs Write Speed: CD-R: 40X; CD-RW: 32X;

DVD±R: 18X; DVD±R Dual: 10X;

DVD-RW: 6X; DVD+RW: 8X

Blu-ray: 4X (NB12-BR) Operation Method: Standalone; PC connection is not required Control Panel: High-Speed, Norm-Speed, Function,

Test/Abort; with corresponding LED

Indicators Disc Size: 120 mm in diameter Operation Temperature: 42℉ to 86℉ (6℃ to 30℃) Humidity: 5% to 85%, no condensation Certification: CE and FCC; power adaptor is UL approved Dimensions: 7-3/4" x 8-1/2" x 15-3/8"; 19.5 x 21.3 x 39 cm Weight: 2.7 kg; 6 lbs (varies upon configuration) Power: 100 to 240VAC; 50 or 60 Hz

*Specifications are subj ect to change without notice.

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UNPACKING YOUR NIMBIE

Congratulations on purchasing the Nimbie NB12 (Standalone) Automated Disc Duplicator. Nimbie is a state-of-the-art, automated, optical disc duplicator, which does not require a PC connection to operate. It is an integrated system with a built-in single optical disc recorder, a hard disk and autoloaders. The embedded controller and built-in hard disk provide an extremely reliable automated, standalone, duplication solution.

Nimbie has a 30 disc capacity, which can be increased to 100 or more using storage extensions, and an enclosure that protects discs from dust. It can also detect faulty discs and separate them from a duplication session. Depending on the configuration of your device during purchase, it may come with a CD/DVD or Blu-ray recorder (NB12-BR).

Getting Nimbie up and running is simple. The control panel with LED indicators and operation buttons takes minutes to learn. Simply connect the power cord, turn the power switch to the On position, load the master and blank discs into the disc loader, and press the desired duplication speed button.

Please read this manual carefully before using Nimbie. This user guide contains all the information on its operation and maintenance. For additional information regarding optical disc duplication, printing, and management please visit our website. We value your comments and suggestions and thank you for your purchase.

Package Contents

Before opening the package, carefully inspect for any damage. If there is any sign of damage, contact the shipping company and your local dealer immediately.

Save the packing materials in case you need to ship or return your product. The original packaging will ensure the product is protected during transportation. Returning goods without the original packaging may not protect the product during transportation, and will void your warranty.

Once you have removed all the parts included with your package, please check to see if any pieces are missing or damaged. If any part is missing or damaged, contact your local dealer immediately.

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The items listed below should be included in the package:

 One Nimbie NB12 Automated Disc Duplicator  One power cord  One power adapter  One spindle box (serves as the Finish Disc Bin)  Three Extension Rods (attached to the underside of Nimbie's lid)  One Alignment Pad  Four Legs  One operation manual

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GETTING FAMILIAR WITH NIMBIE

Block Diagram

Nimbie NB12 is an integrated system with a single optical disc drive, hard disk and autoloader. See the illustration below.

Depending on the configuration of your purchase, your Nimbie may come with one of the following optical disc recorders:

 Nimbie NB12: CD/DVD recorder  Nimbie NB12-BR: Blu-ray/CD/DVD recorder

A Look at Nimbie

The figure to the right shows Nimbie with a spindle box in front of it to collect and stack finished discs.

 Lid (Blank Disc

Storage)

Open the lid to access the blank disc storage area.

 Control Panel

Located on the top front of Nimbie, the control panel

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