Aleratec 13 DVD CD LightScribe Duplicator SA User Guide

							USER GUIDE
Aleratec 1:3 DVD/CD 
LightScribe Duplicator SA™
Part No. 260174
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Copyright/Model Identification
The content of this manual is for informational purposes only and is subject to 
change without notice. 
This manual is copyright with all rights reserved. Under copyright laws, this manual 
and the software described within may not be copied, except in the normal use of the 
product(s) described within or to make a backup copy.
Copyright© 2013
Aleratec, Inc.
9851 Owensmouth Avenue
Chatsworth, CA 91311 U.S.A. 
 
Aleratec® is a registered trademark, and 1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe Duplicator SA™ 
is a trademark of Aleratec, Inc
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Radio/TV Interference Statement
The equipment described in this guide emits radio frequency energy. If it is 
not installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, it may cause 
interference with radio or television reception.
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 ener gy. If not 
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, this equipment 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 verified 
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 the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an electrical outlet on a circuit that is different from 
the circuit to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class B computing 
device, pursuant to FCC Rules. In order to maintain compliance with FCC 
regulations, shielded cables must be used with this equipment. Operation with non-
approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio 
and TV reception. The user is cautioned that changes and/or modifications made to 
this equipment, without the approval of manufacturer, could void the user’s authority 
to operate this equipment.  
						

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CAUTION
As the laser beam in these 1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe 
Duplicator SA is harmful to the eyes, do not  attempt to 
disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to authorized 
personnel only.
The use of optical instruments with this product will 
increase eye hazard.
This DVD/CD Duplicator is classified as a CLASS 1 
LASER PRODUCT.
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on 
top of the internal drive enclosure. 
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
PRODUKT
Safety Regulations
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit 
to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. 
Refer servicing to authorized personnel only. 
 
Make	sure	that	the	manually	switchable	power	
supply	is	set	to	the	proper	voltage	for	your	region.  
						

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Table of Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................1
Product Features ...................................................................................................1
Key Items – 1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe Duplicator SA  ........................................2
1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe Duplicator SA: LCD Front Panel  ..............................3
1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe Duplicator SA: Removable Hard Disk Drive ............4
Precautions ...................................................................................................5
Before you start: ...................................................................................................5
Overview........................................................................................................7
Unpacking the Unit  ..............................................................................................7
Connect the Cables and Apply Power ..................................................................7
LightScribe Software Installation  ........................................................................8
Using the LightScribe Labeling Software ..........................................................11
Other Label Printing Related Options ................................................................15
Control Functions...............................................................................................16
Stand-Alone LightScribe Duplicator SA: Tutorials  .................................17
Making Disc-to-Disc Copies ..............................................................................17
Load Master Disc onto the Hard Drive  ..............................................................23
Rename Existing Hard Drive Partition Name ....................................................27
Delete Existing Hard Drive Partition Permanently  ............................................31
How to Make Copies from the Hard Drive ........................................................31
Select Burn Speed  ..............................................................................................36
Select the Source Drive ......................................................................................38
Change the SETUP Settings  ..............................................................................40
Audio CD Editing ..............................................................................................41
Introduction to Manage Accounts  .....................................................................49
Manage Accounts: Overview  .............................................................................50
Introduction to Duplication Mode  .....................................................................53
Using AUTOCOPY ............................................................................................56
Menu Overview  ...........................................................................................58
Troubleshooting  .........................................................................................66
Recommended Media ................................................................................69
Technical Support ......................................................................................70
Service and Support...................................................................................71
Technical Support FAX Back Form  ..........................................................74  
						

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the 1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe Duplicator SA. Please read 
this User Guide thoroughly before using this product.
Product Features
The Aleratec 1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe Duplicator SA is a stand alone LightScribe 
disc publishing system with the capability of simultaneously producing up to three 
DVD/CD copies or clearly labeled discs, and no computer is required.
• Removable Hard Disk Drive to store disc images and label files.
• Aleratec only USB fast key directly connects Hard Drive to a PC.
• DVD-ROM combo drive for fast on the fly copies.
• Laser burns disc labels. 
• Powerful Aleratec Disc Publishing Suite, DVD/CD Disc Creation and 
LightScribe Labeling Software included.  
						

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Introduction
Key Items – 1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe Duplicator SA
Control Panel
Removable  Hard Disc Drive(see page 4)
DVD ROM Drive
DVD RW  LightScribe Drives     
						

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Introduction
1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe Duplicator SA: LCD Front Panel
(View may vary from picture)
1. Display shows all functions and messages
2. ESC button is used to cancel a selected function 
3. ENT button is used to execute a selected function
4. COPY	button will start the “Autocopy” menu function. (See page 59 for more 
information)
5. USB button will take you directly to the USB On/Off mode option. (See page 
63 for more information)
6. PRINT 	button will take you directly to the print menu. 
7. SOURCE button will allow you to change the source drive that the duplicator 
uses for loading Master Discs.  The default for this option is the DVD-ROM.  
(See page 39 for more information)
8. UP arrow is used to scroll up through functions or menus
9. DOWN arrow is used to scroll down through functions or menus
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Initialize  Duplicator1-3 ver: 0.96F
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Introduction 
1:3 DVD/CD LightScribe Duplicator SA: Removable Hard Disk 
Drive
Your LightScribe Duplicator SA is equipped with a removable hard disk drive (HDD) 
for storing images of frequently copied discs. Storing an image of a disc you want to 
copy on an HDD improves duplication speed, and adds the convenience of not having 
to look around for the actual source disc you want to copy.
Your removable HDD provides extra security, in that you can remove the drive 
containing the disc images and put it in a safe place where no un-authorized users can 
copy or view the data.
The removable HDD includes a keyed lock to protect the data on the drive from being 
misused or stolen. The HDD is used in the copy process as described in the following 
pages of this user guide.
Note: You can use the duplicator to copy directly from DVDs or CDs with 
or without the HDD. Just place your source disc in the DVD-ROM or any of 
the DVDRW writers.
To remove the HDD:
1. Unlock the HDD by inserting the key and turning it left (counterclockwise) 1/4 
turn. The drive is now in the unlocked position.
2. Lift the HDD carriage lever upward and pull out. The HDD carriage will come 
out of the tower and a protective drive bay door will close.
To replace the HDD:
1. Align the HDD carriage with the door opening and push the drive carriage 
through the protective drive bay door until you feel the drive seat in its connector.
2. Push the HDD carriage lever down, then insert your key and turn it 1/4 turn to 
the right (clockwise). The HDD is now in its locked position. You can remove 
the key.
Note: The HDD will not work unless it is secured in position with the 
carriage lever and locked with the key. Do not unlock the HDD during 
operation, as you will destroy any copies you are making.
Removable Hard Disk Drive
Key in Lock
Carriage Lever