Manual, Nimbie NB11
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1. 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 2010 Acronova Technology Inc All rights reserved Notices Reproduction adaptation or translation without prior written permission is prohibited Trademarks Acronova Nimbie GetTray Xymba DupliQ and Apus are the trademarks of Acronova Technology Inc All other products 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 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 How2. Why do my discs get stuck in the disc loader during the duplication process Check to see if the disc is the standard size 120mm Make sure discs are level in the loader Reduce the quantity of discs per load Some discs may bend from the weight of the discs placed on top of them Use a different brand of blank discs Why won t the power switch work all the time Allow a 30 second interval when switching the power on and off Why does the disc loader fail to pick up the disc Check to see if the disc is the standard size 120mm Make sure the discs are not bent or damaged Why is the disc unloader dropping two or more discs at a time Check to see if the disc is the standard size 120mm Make sure the discs are level when inserted Separate or loosen the discs from each other before use Use the same brand of discs Do not mix disc types or brands Reduce the quantity of discs per load Some discs may bend from the weight of the discs placed on top of them Use a different brand of blank discs How can I restart or reset Nimbie when it is not working properly Turn the power switch to the Off position and back to the On position after waiting 30 seconds If this does not solve the problem please contact your dealer or authorized service center 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 21 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 Disc Recorder Input Capacity Output Capacity Rej
3. business or goodwill even if Acronova Technology Inc its authorized dealers or resellers have advertised the possibilities of such damages Inno 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 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 5 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 Table of Contents Preface 3 Unpacking Your Nimbie 7 Package Content ccc ccceeececseeeeeeeeceeeeeeaeeseaeeseeeeeseaeeesaeenenees 7 Getting Familiar with Nimbie 9 Block Diagram 2 ea ee dee hee ed Na 9 A LOOK at NiMbie siinnd astay aniei a diah 9 Rear View Aisi dad italy cael eae 10 Control Panel cteisetwisecsuiidea deta Mee ald eh aes 10 CED INdiGators an a Hal 11 Hardware Installation 12 Finding a Place for Nimbie r 4srs00unnnennnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnn 12 Using t
4. Writer Host USB Hub A Computer amp Controller Autoloader USB Cable Depending on the configuration of your purchase your Nimbie may come with one of the following optical disc recorders Nimbie NB11 CD DVD recorder Nimbie NB11LS LightScribe enabled CD DVD recorder Nimbie NB11 BR Blu ray CD DVD recorder A Look at Nimbie c Lid Blank The figure to the right en Disc Storage shows Nimbie with a spindle box in front of it id to collect and stack finished discs Finish Disc Slot Lid Blank Disc Storage Open the lid to access the blank j Leg s disc storage area Reject Control Panel Finish Disc Slot Located on the top Disc Bin front of Nimbie the Alignment Pad control panel contains the LED indicators and operation buttons 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 9 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 Legs Use the four legs included with your Nimbie to provide space underneath for rejected discs Reject Disc Slot The rejected discs will slide out from the Reject Disc Slot at the bottom of the unit Always allow space beneath Nimbie to accommodate rejected discs Finish Disc Slot Finished discs will exit from this slot Finish Disc Bin This bin serves as the storage container for receiving and stacking completed discs As illustrated a spindle box serves as a good Finish Disc Bin Alignment Pad Use the pad to appropriately position the Finish Disc Bin und
5. a built in single optical disc recorder USB 2 0 interface and autoloader which requires a PC and software to operate Nimbie has a 30 disc capacity and an enclosure that protects discs from dust Thanks to the first in first out FIFO mechanism the capacity can be easily increased to 100 discs or more using the included extension rods The reject disc handling mechanism allows software to separate faulty discs from a duplication session Depending on the purchase of your Nimbie it may come with a CD DVD LightScribe enabled or Blu ray recorder In addition to burning CD and DVD discs the Blu ray version will also burn Blu ray discs The software will determine the disc processing speed and performance In addition to burning discs Nimbie can also automatically rip or read a stack of discs by running compatible software Refer to the operation manual that came with the software for further details If you have purchased the LightScribe version of Nimbie and need to LightScribe label discs just place your stack of LightScribe media label side down into the loader and run the LightScribe enabled labeling software Utilizing the LightScribe enabled optical disc drive in Nimbie the label will be directly laser etched on the disc without the use of ink or cartridges Please read this manual carefully before using Nimbie This user guide contains all the information on its operation and maintenance We value your comments and suggestions
6. at once Top View First carefully load only one disc into the disc loader and assure it is firmly resting on the three wheels seen in the illustration to the right You may then gradually load additional discs on top of the first disc until the loader is full Nimbie processes discs in a First In First Out FIFO sequence During a duplication session if a disc refill is required before the loader becomes empty gently load additional discs oo Rejected Discs Nimbie is designed to have rejected discs come out underneath the unit Do not block the Reject Disc Slot Periodically remove rejected discs so that there is room to accommodate more discs or raise Nimbie using the provided legs to Rejected discs come increase space underneath for more discs out beneath the unit Important Nimbie will stop operation if a rejected disc cannot clear the Reject Disc Slot 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 15 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 i i Extension Rods More Than 30 Discs in One PN Session Open Using the extension rods Nimbie Hase AA Lid can process 100 or more discs 100 Discs without refilling To increase Nimbie s capacity to 100 discs please follow the instructions below 1 Open the Blank Disc Storage Lid 2 Remove the extension rods from the lid s underside 3 One after another align the rods into the three holes on the disc loader then gently turn the rods counterclockwis
7. 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 4 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 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
8. acRonova amp ___X TECHNOLOGY INC Operation Manual Nimbie Automated Disc Publisher Model NB11 Series PC Connected Serial Number The serial number is labeled on the rear panel of the device Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 This page is intentionally left blank 2 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 PREFACE Important Safety Instructions For your safety basic precautions 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
9. 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 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 7 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 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 The items listed below should be included in the package One Nimbie NB11 Automated Disc Publisher One power cord One power adapter One USB cord 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 installation disc includes device driver and software One operation manual One software manual 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 GETTING FAMILIAR WITH NIMBIE Block Diagram Nimbie NB11 is an integrated system with a single optical disc drive and autoloader See the illustration below Single Drive Auto Publisher Unit CD DVD
10. cted to Nimbie via USB cable 5 Insert the provided installation CD into your CD DVD drive 6 Connect the USB cable to both Nimbie and your PC 7 Windows will inform you that it has found new hardware Browse to the installation CD and choose ACAL764 inf as the device driver 8 If the Windows System doesn t show the Found New Hardware message window you can go to Windows Device Manager and install the autoloader driver manually You may now proceed to install the application software Refer to the user s manual that came with the software for installation instructions Note Go to the Device Manager in Windows Operating System to verify that the device driver has been successfully installed 14 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 BEFORE GETTING STARTED Tips for Handling Optical Discs Never touch the printable or data surface of the disc as it may decrease quality and disc lifespan Refer to the arrows on the illustration to the right Always handle discs from the outer edge or the center hole What You Need to Siart a Disc Publishing Session The Nimbie NB11 is a PC connected publisher which requires a USB connection to a host computer You will need a computer with the minimum system requirements and compatible software to start a disc publishing session Important Tips for Loading Discs to Nimbie When the disc loader is empty do not attempt to load many discs
11. e to make sure they are firmly attached 4 Use a suitable box to raise Nimbie approximately 96 mm high to account for the output of 100 or more discs 5 Use the alignment pad to appropriately position the Finish Disc Bin below the Finish Disc Slot The Finish Disc Bin may be a spindle box or a container with enough depth to accommodate 100 or more discs in a session Since Nimbie is equipped with a FIFO First In First Out disc loader you may simply refill discs before the disc loader becomes empty This will allow an unlimited number of additional discs to be processed in one session as long as the Finish Disc Bin is continually emptied Support Box 96 mm high Sccananscnnnsssnnencsnnanccannscnncssssensence 2 Extension Rods 3 pcs N PRE M Pa To remove the extension rods from the disc loader turn the rods clockwise and pull them upward vertically When not using the rods return them to their original position on the lid s underside LightScribe Labeling Operation If you have purchased the LightScribe enabled version of Nimbie you may automatically label a stack of LightScribe discs Follow the steps below to start a LightScribe labeling session 1 Place a stack of LightScribe discs label side down in the disc loader Make sure that the LightScribe label side is facing 16 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 downward 2 Run the LightSc
12. ect Disc Capacity Write Speed Operation Method Interface Control Panel Disc Size Operation Temperature Humidity Certification Dimensions Weight Power SPECIFICATIONS One CD DVD recorder NB11 One LightScribe CD DVD recorder NB11LS One Blu ray CD DVD recorder NB11 BR 30 discs 100 discs or more using extension rods increased capacity using non stop refill Dependent capacity completed discs are placed in front of the unit in a separate container or Disc Storage Bin 3 discs without legs 30 discs using legs CD R 40X CD RW 32X DVD R 18X DVD R Dual 10X DVD RW 6X DVD RW 8X Blu ray 4X NB11 BR PC Connected software required USB 2 0 Load and Unload Buttons LED Status Indicators 120 mm in diameter 42 F to 86 F 6C to 30C 5 to 85 no condensation CE and FCC power adaptor is UL approved 7 3 4 x 8 1 2 x 15 3 8 19 5 x 21 3 x 39 cm 2 7 kg 6 lbs varies upon configuration 100 to 240VAC 50 or 60 Hz Specifications are subject to change without notice 22 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 This page is intentionally left blank 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 23 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 Acronova Technology Inc http www acronova com Manual Ver 1 3 April 2010 Part 711 NT11 9AC6 3
13. er the Finish Disc Slot Rear View Ventilation Kensington USB Port Do not block Security Slot Connects Nimbie to the host PC Power Socket Use the provided power cord to connect Nimbie to a wall outlet Power Switch Power Power Turn Nimbie on and off Switch Socket USB Port Ventilation This allows heat to escape Do not block this otherwise the unit may overheat Kensington Security Slot GetT Security lock anti theft Error e1 Tay system Ready Control Panel There are operation buttons and LED indicators on Nimbie s control panel as illustrated to the right Unload Load 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 LED Indicators Nimbie s status is reflected by the LED indicators When turned on it will enter initialization indicated by a flashing green ready light When initialization is complete the ready light will change to steady green The table below describes the meanings of the LED indicators e o o The power switch is in the Off position Device Initialization e e ofe O e e ejom SSCS O Lit Off Flash gt Running 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 11 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Finding a Place for Nimbie Nimbie should be placed on a fairly level surface firm enough to support the unit and discs Always allow ample workspace for your operation with easy access to the blank a
14. ever 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
15. he Detachable Legs ursnnersnennnnnnnnnennnnnnnn 12 Nimbie Installation 0 ccccccececeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeaeceeeeeeeseeseesaaeeeeess 12 Software Installation 14 System Requirement cccccccceeeseeceeeeececaeeeeeeeseeeeesnaeeeenaeeeeaees 14 Device Driver Installation ccccccccsssceeessneeeeessneeeseesseeeeseaas 14 Before Getting Started 15 Tips for Handling Optical Discs 15 What You Need to Start a Disc Publishing Session 15 Important Tips for Loading Discs to Nimbie 15 Rejscted DISCs n en ne a een 15 More Than 30 Discs in One Session n ereen 16 LightScribe Labeling Operation 44srs00nn nen nnnennnnennnn 16 Turning Nimbie On srssssnnnnennnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnn 17 Turning Nimbie Off erssssnnnnennnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnn 17 Appendix 19 Nimbie Maintenance 400ussnnnnennennnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 19 Choosing Reliable Blank Discs ueeennennnennn 19 Dise Separation an aa ansehen 19 Writing Sp edwiac c ci eeu qe a n nitita 20 Frequently Asked Questions 21 Specifications 22 6 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 UNPACKING YOUR NIMBIE Congratulations on purchasing the Nimbie Automated Disc Publisher Your Nimbie automated optical disc publisher is a state of the art integrated system with
16. nd finished discs Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or high humidity as it may cause the unit to malfunction If you desire Nimbie can be placed on a raised block so there is ample room to receive discs from the Finish Disc Slot Please refer to the More Than 30 Discs in One Session section for details Using the Detachable Legs Nimbie is designed to work either with or without detachable legs Without the legs the Reject Disc Slot recession on Nimbie s gt base will hold up to 3 rejected discs If your application doesn t involve rejected discs or separating a group of discs from others you may use Nimbie without the legs It is however recommended to use the legs when possible The legs will raise Nimbie providing sufficient room to accommodate additional rejected discs as well as easier access to them beneath the unit Attaching legs to Nimbie is simple Inserting one leg after another on Nimbie s base match the leg to Nimbie A to A and gently snap the leg into the receptacle B to B until it is firmly attached To remove the legs gently press the notch N and pull it outward from the receptacle B Nimbie Installation Follow the steps below to complete Nimbie s hardware installation 1 Place Nimbie on a level surface so that it stands firmly on its legs 2 Place the spindle box that came with the unit in front of Nimbie Use the alignment pad to appropriately
17. position the spindle box 12 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 under the Finish Disc Slot 3 Use the power cord that came with the unit to connect Nimbie to a wall outlet with a reliable power supply 4 Use the USB cable that came with the unit to connect Nimbie to a host computer You have now successfully completed Nimbie s hardware installation 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 13 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Nimbie requires a device driver to be installed before it can work properly with the application software Before starting the application software installation the device driver must be installed System Requirements Microsoft Windows XP Vista 7 Pentium III 700Mhz Pentium IV 1 6Ghz Recommended 512MB RAM 1GB RAM Recommended 1024x768 display with 16 bit video card Optical disc drive to install the device driver and software from the installation disc USB 2 0 interface Device Driver Installation Follow the steps below to complete Nimbie s device driver installation 1 Connect the power cord to Nimbie and a wall outlet 2 Turn the power switch to the On position 3 Turn Nimbie on Wait patiently until the installation is complete Then the Ready LED is flashing without a disc in the loader or the Ready LED is steady green with discs in the loader 4 Turn on the host computer which is conne
18. r it is strongly recommended that you separate or loosen blank discs from each other before use 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 19 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 Writing Speed The recorder will automatically adjust the writing speed according to the disc quality The system will monitor and automatically adjust the writing speed as the optical laser moves from the inner ring to the outer ring up to the selected speed The recorder s maximum speed may never be reached if a lower grade disc is used At the maximum speed for a single recorder duplicating a 4 7 GB DVD should not take more than 8 minutes Please check both the quality of the blank and the master disc if the duplication process takes more than 8 minutes for a single disc Use a reliable master disc for testing purposes You should also try different specification and brands of blank discs You should also check the power supply s voltage and amperes Insufficient power supply may decrease output rate or increase failure rate As ageneral rule a lower writing speed will improve quality When creating audio and video discs a lower writing speed is recommended to assure quality 20 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Why is my duplication failure rate so high Try a lower writing speed using the software Use a different brand of blank discs Check the power source
19. ribe enabled application software and follow the instructions to LightScribe label the discs Turning Nimbie On Make sure that Nimbie s device driver has been successfully installed as previously explained Follow the steps below to get your Nimbie ready 1 Connect the power cord to Nimbie and a wall outlet 2 Turn Nimbie s power switch to the On position 3 Connectthe USB cable to both Nimbie and your PC Nimbie will enter the initialization process and will remove any discs inside the optical recorder Be patient until the initialization process has completed When initialization is complete you will see the ready indicator light up signaling that Nimbie is ready for a disc operation Turning Nimbie Off To turn Nimbie off turn the power switch to the Off position In case there is a session underway abort or wait until it nas completed Although it is fine to leave the power cord plugged in it is recommended that you unplug the cord for increased safety when Nimbie is not used for extended periods of time 2010 Acronova Technology Inc 17 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 Version 1 3 This page is intentionally left blank 18 2010 Acronova Technology Inc Version 1 3 Operation Manual Nimbie NB11 APPENDIX Nimbie Maintenance Periodically cleaning the device will ensure proper performance Follow the steps below to maintain Nimbie _ Turn the power switch to the Off position Remo
20. ve the master and blank discs Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet RW ND Unplug the USB cord from the host computer Clean the Nimbie unit using a lint free cloth moistened with warm water 6 Dry the unit immediately with a dry lint free cloth o1 Choosing Reliable Blank Discs The quality of a recordable disc depends on its chemical and coating technology There are a variety of discs with various degrees of disc quality available on the market If you encounter a high failure rate please try a different type speed or brand of disc There are many different brands speeds and CD DVD recordable media formats on the market We do our best to test certain media types It is impossible for us to guarantee that all discs will be compatible Please choose a blank disc that is most suitable for your application You may contact your local dealer for advice on the best suitable blank disc for your system In addition we suggest users to test blank discs by using disc simulation before actually writing to discs Important As with blank discs the quality and the data format of the master disc play a critical role in the duplication process Disc Separation Certain blank discs may tend to stick to each other or may be difficult to separate Avoid these types of discs Nimbie is equipped with a patent pending disc separator which handles discs that adhere to each other better than traditional autoloaders Howeve
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