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1. Y YYY Time X X X X Gives a buffer fill status through a percentage Buffer during a mastering session should be around 80 with corresponding CD blocks number and associated time typical 2800 blocks 8 sec VCO speed displays VCO operation between 0 and 255 VCO starts at a predefined value 14 at program start rises up to 255 during buffer fill and idle in the range 70 80 during program The VCO value controls the disc rotation speed and the value is dependent of the data flow requested from the system as well as playability of the CD source disc Remote cmd Gives an indication of the last command received from the LBR if CMD UNRECOGNIZED appears d2d cannot recognize the current LBR or there is a communication problem Remote input X X X X Displays remote codes for debugging Remote state Displays d2d status in response to the order received from remote This info is also available on the front panel fluorescent display Tape time indicates current SMPTE Time Code computed with Pre Roll Lead In and Absolute Time from the disc source Corresponds to the SMPTE Time Code generated on the XLR output Last frame displays A time for the very last read CD frame on the source CD Buttons state For service purposes provides current status of the button activated in last PLL locked 0 or 1 During normal operation this parameter must be on 1 If 0 occurs while running a mastering session th2. 7 1 Manufacturer and worldwide distributor Manufacturer amp world wide distributor StageTech Developments AB P O Box 30048 S 200 61 Malm Sweden Tel 46 40 150018 Fax 46 40 150019 E mail stdev stagetech se Contact Mr Krister OLSSON 7 2 International specialist sales Europe Africa Middle East amp International specialist sales Disc amp Digital Services Sarl 11 rue Veron F 94140 Alfortville France Tel 33 1 45189800 Fax 33 1 45189700 E mail 101675 1205 compuserve com Contact Mr Laurent LE DAVAY 7 3 European representatives and agents Europe Middle East Disc amp Digital Services Sarl 11 rue Veron F 94140 Alfortville France Tel 33 1 45189800 Fax 33 1 45189700 E mail 101675 1205 compuserve com Contact Mr Laurent LE DAVAY 7 4 American representatives and agents International specialist sales Disc amp Digital Services Sarl 11 rue Veron F 94140 Alfortville France Tel 33 1 45189800 Fax 33 1 45189700 E mail 101675 1205 compuserve com Contact Mr Laurent LE DAVAY United States Canada South America StageTech USA Inc 3775 Arthur Ave Lincolnwood IL 60645 USA Distr Tel 1 847 673 0937 Fax 1 847 673 1389 E mail kentk dwightcav com Sales Tel 1 610 437 5822 Fax 1 610 437 1610 E mail kentk dwightcav com Contact Mr Kent KJELLGREN StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 2
3. 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 9 Disconnect the WC in signal and remove the 75 ohm terminator connected to the WC out back panel connector Remove the optional 44 1 kHz word sync generator from slot 1 if this has been used for the test Reinstall the top cover and fasten all the screws 2 3 Environment The d2d unit will operate in any industrial or office environment however performance and reliability will be enhanced if operated under non dusty conditions The d2d will accommodate room noise and floor vibrations which do not affect mastering equipment The d2d will operate in a temperature range from 10 to 40 C 50 to 105 F however we recommend a maximum temperature of 30 C not to decrease the lifetimne of the laser dramatically Relative humidity must be kept between 20 and 80 non condensing and the temperature gradient may not exceed 10 C per hour Dissipated power is about 50 watts 2 4 Installation The d2d system is constructed in a sturdy 19 inch 4 unit rack cabinet Although it can be used free standing it is preferrable to rigidly install the d2d into a 19 inch rack close not longer than that the supplied long RG59 cables can be used for the SDIF 2 connections to the Laser Beam Recorder If the 19 inch rack cannot handle the d2d weight on the front panel alone extra sliders must be installed Be careful to not to damage the hard d
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5. canceled but the error will still be included in the printed report e Reset button If during a glass mastering session this red button protected by a plastic cover lights up the d2d system s computer is halted Resetting is done by opening the protective plastic cover and pressing the button This condition should never occur during normal operation If this happens repeatedly please contact StageTech Developments AB technical support Open Close button This button controls the opening and closing of the CD source tray When the gray yellow light is on a CD is loaded and a valid TOC has been found When the gray yellow light is off either there is no CD loaded or no valid TOC has been found A Do not push on the CD tray to close it as this may damage the loading mechanism A Both the d2d active and the Open Close buttons are software controlled To avoid the loss of a glass master during a glass mastering session either from the d2d or the Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 system a confirmation is requested from the operator when pressing any of these buttons in a situation which have the potential risk of interrupting the SDIF 2 signals during a recording of a glass master If pressing any of these buttons in such a situation the messages CONFORM ACTIVE or CONFORM OPEN will be displyed on the front panel display requesting a second push to confirm the command within 5 seconds If the second push of the button is not performed w
6. from another SDIF 2 source for example a Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 system which is connected to the d2d systems internal switcher This might cause a dropout on the SDIF 2 lines and create a faulty glass master A Never reboot the d2d system by pressing ALT CTRL DEL on a keyboard connected to the d2d system when a glass mastering session is going on from another SDIF 2 source for example a Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 system which is connected to the d2d systems internal switcher This might cause a dropout on the SDIF 2 lines and create a faulty glass master The LBR is in READY mode and a blank glass master is loaded The d2d displays No Disk for 10 seconds followed by Off Line if there is no CD loaded in the d2d The d2d displays CD FF MM SS for 10 seconds followed by Ready if there is a CD loaded in the d2d May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc StageTech ab d2d by StageTech User s manual vV 1 03 US Page 14 Press the ACTIVE button if the green light is on The ACTIVE button green light goes off The d2d disconnects from the LBR connecting the other SDIF 2 source to the LBR Open the CD tray by pressing the OPEN CLOSE button The OPEN CLOSE button gray yellow light goes off The disc tray opens Insert the CD or CD R disc to be used as the source disc for the glass mastering session Press the OPEN CLOSE button again The disc tray closes The d2d displays Loading
7. should illuminate red and the power supply cooling fan should operate Check that the 4 red lamps on the PC bus motherboard fig 1 are ON 12v Vcc 12 v 5v Check that the red led LD1 on the PC mother board fig 1 is ON StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 8 Check that the yellow led on the EFM decoder board fig 1 is ON The d2d is set up at the factory with the proper configuration and all the necessary software installed onto the internal hard disk A System configuration and files should not be modified Jumper positions should not be changed E D m a d2d active Es A Error Dec b dnc nartering syriem s Reset a Oper lose ail E E E 9 I wm mm m 4 Fig 4 After power is switched on the d2d will go through the following sequence e At power up the front panel display VFD is blank and the front panel buttons lights are OFF e After about 12 seconds the RESET button will light in red fig 4 marked A and an auto test sequence starts The 3 5 inch floppy drive will attempt to read activity is confirmed by a green led on the front fig 4 marked B After about 25 seconds the RESET button light goes off all the front panel buttons will illuminate for a short moment and then shut off again e The VFD fig 4 marked C will show IDLE and SMPTE 0 00 00 00 Perform the followong
8. signals A Never extend or use longer cables than 200 cm for the SDIF 2 L amp R and the WC as this might give problems in the synchronization between the d2d and the LBR This may result in corrupted data transfer from the d2d to the LBR hence leading to the production of non usable glass masters StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 10 Remote lt To LBR MR Fig 5 Connect the following cables fig 5 To the EFM encoder Connect the long white BNC RG 59 coaxial cable from WC OUTPUT on the EFM encoder to the WC in on the d2d marked A Connect the long black BNC RG 59 coaxial cable from INPUT LEFT 1 on the EFM encoder to L out on the d2d marked B Connect the long red BNC RG 59 coaxial cable from INPUT RIGHT 2 on the EFM encoder to R out on the d2d marked C To the Sony PCM 1630 if existing in the system Connect the short white BNC RG 59 coaxial cable from WC out on the d2d marked G to WC IN of the Sony PCM 1630 Connect the short black BNC RG 59 coaxial cable from L in on the d2d marked H to DECODER OUT 1 of the Sony PCM 1630 Connect the short red BNC RG 59 coaxial cable from R in on the d2d marked to DECODER OUT 2 of the Sony PCM 1630 If no Sony PCM 1630 is connected to the system Connect the BNC 75 ohm te
9. the PREROLL position the LBR starts to record LEAD IN on the glass master When reaching the PREROLL radius corresponding to the PREROLL position on the simulated U matic tape the LBR requests the d2d to start playing the simulated U matic tape The d2d displays CD FF MM SS during playback of the source CD During playback of the source CD in the glass mastering session a continous error check is made of the source CD and any uncorrectable errors are reported When the glass mastering session is finished a report is printed if a printer is connected to the d2d system The report will show the ETOC and statistics on uncorrectable errors including their position The d2d display shows Lead Out 0 00 with MM SS incrementing to 2 00 The simulated U matic tape is then rewound to the beginning of the tape The d2d displays Rewind then BOT reached then Ready and SMPTE time 0 00 01 09 HHH The most important status message are recapitulated hereunder fluorescent display IDLE d2d is ready to operate waiting a disc to be loaded x GETTING EXTENDED TOC N X d2d checks track by track the TOC content N is the number of the track currently checked X is the total number of tracks on the source disc StageTech AD i a E RN SS SS RN May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 15 READY d2d is ready to start sending disc program and to transmit P
10. 0 mm Weight 9 5 kg net 20 kg gross including flight case and cables Storage temperature 20 C to 50 C Operating temperature 10 C to 40 C Relative humidity 20 to 80 non condensing Maximum temperature gradient 10 C per hour 6 2 Electrical specifications AC voltage power supply 100 120 volts 5 A 230 250 volts 3 A 50 60 Hz with ground connection AC input socket for IEC 320 T65 plug Switched AC mains max 100 Watts IEC 320 T 65 socket Processed signals connected to the LBR controller EFM encoder subcode processor e SDIF 2 outputs 2 BNC R TTL level 75 ohms unbalanced e WORD CLOCK 44 1 kHz input 1 BNC R TTL level 75 ohms unbalanced Note loop through connection no switching PQ code output 1 XLR 3 32 2 volts peak to peak transformer balanced SMPTE time code 30 NDF output 1 XLR 3 32 2 volts peak to peak transformer balanced U matic remote control I O 1 Centronics 36 pin TTL level SONY DMR4000 protocol Se signals connected to the PCM 1630 processor DMR 4000 U matic recorder SDIF 2 inputs 2 BNC R TTI level 75 ohms unbalanced e WORD CLOCK 44 1 kHz output 1 BNC R TTI level 75 ohms unbalanced Note loop through connection no switching PQ code input 1 XLR 3 31 2 volts peak to peak transformer balanced SMPTE time code 30 NDF input 1 XLR 3 31 2 volts peak to peak transformer balanced U matic remote control 1 0 1 Centronics 36 pin TTL level SONY DMR4000 protocol Monitor co
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12. Q burst PLAY BEFORE START PLAYER d2d generates SMPTE forward time code d2d CD drive is stopped e PLAY AWAIT PLAYER RUNNING d2d is in PLAY mode after receiving the START PLAY command from LBR d2d generates SDIF signal acknowledges pre roll mode from LBR This corresponds to LEAD IN code on the EFM pattern PLAY CONTINUOUS d2d loads the memory buffer for about 8 seconds duration 2800 blocks and sends through SDIF 2 format the decoded CD program data SENDING N BYTES TO PQ GENERATOR The PQ burst is sent through the PQ channel to the EFM processor GEN LEAD OUT d2d has finished disc program and sends LEAD OUT code to EFM processor e PRINTING REPORT A report corresponding to the processed CD is sent to the parallel printer port If a printer is not connected to d2d this has no effect to the session sequence e RESET A new source CD has been loaded or the disc tray opened buffers are reset and d2d will reload TOC HHH 3 3 The front panel All functions required for a normal glass mastering session are controlled through the front panel buttons fig 6 For service purposes and trouble shooting a PC keyboard could be connected to the front panel connector marked E to be used in conjunction with a VGA monitor f Al Ok aati c Error Disc t 0 diac m asxtering s yrtern Reset Open Close rf a KI E E a A I al Fee mm A Fig 6 The four front panel buttons are e d2d active butto
13. Q burst log may be created on the hard disk during or after a mastering session These files are archive files not being mandatory for the proper operation of the d2d system StageTech AD i m E aw May 1997 _StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual vV 1 03 US Page 19 After the boot up sequence has been successfully performed it is possible to exit the d2d exe program and use the d2d computer pushing on the vi ESCAPE if You have the optional keybaord installed The d2d is shipped from factory configured for an American keyboard To accommodate to your specific country please refer to a DOS manual to modify the AUTOEXEC BAT file with the KEYB function If problems occur that are related to the PC system like the hard disk software tools like NORTON _ Disk Doctor Speedisk_ Calibrate_ Sysinfo_ etc can be used to check proper operation of the different components of the computer system They can be installed on to the hard disk by using the B drive 3 5 inch floppy drive It is strongly recommended they are installed and accessed through a specific directory for example called TOOLS They should never be installed directly in the root directory of C While examining the VGA screen after auto boot power up sequence the following line must appear in the MESSAGES window e SDIF boot OK Buffer boot OK Buffer boot done State DO_IDLE If the D2D exe is loaded with t
14. R and d2d e d2d displays TOO MANY ERRORS front panel button ERROR illuminates Check that the CD disc used as source is not too damaged scratches If using a CD R as source disc check for possible reflectivity problems with QC equipment The problem occurs with all discs used as source the CD drive is probably worn out Send the dd to StageTech Developments AB for service e Repliced CD s made from a glass master as issued from a d2d master source are correct in the CD Audio format but cannot be read when it is a CD ROM Check that CD ROM program does not work on any of the CD QC drive on which they can be tested If application works with certain drives check with software project manager Post gaps and offsets values Check that for any reason L and R SDIF output cables have not been inverted on the back of the equipment e For other problems connect VGA screen at the back of d2d unit Most of the time Info or Message windows should display an information allowing to detect the problem May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc StageTech ab d2d by StageTech User s manual vV 1 03 US Page 23 4 5 Software protection All the d2d proprietary software is self protected Do not attempt to read write or decompile any of the d2d files since such action will disable the d2d unit 4 6 Software upgrades StageTech Developments AB works constantly to improve the d2a s performance and
15. S system file e CONFIG SYS MS DOS system file e COMMAND COM MS DOS system file The AUTOEXEC BAT file should look like this FH d2d exe pXX With XX either 40 or 70 depending on the hardware configuration of the d2d HHHHHHHH The directory D2D must contain the following files to operate correctly e D2D EXE Main executable program The directory D2D may also contain the following files e DEFAULT TXT The default configuration file This text file is created automaticallyfor Your referencewhenever the d2d exe program is started e CUSTOM CFG A user defined configuration file allowing You to modify the default configuration e CUSTOM TXT A text file created automatically for Your reference whenever the d2d exe program is started describing which configuration paramaters that are actually modified when using the custom cfg file The sub directory SAVE in the D2D catalog may contain the following files e Ht The default configuration file This text file is created automatically for Your reference whenever the d2d exe program is started e Ht A user defined configuration file allowing You to modify the default configuration e Ht A text file for Your reference describing which configuration paramaters that are actually modified when using the custom cho file This text file is created automatically for Your reference whenever the d2d exe program is started Others files with extension txt or log like REPORT txt ETOC txt or P
16. The d2d looks for the Table Of Contents The d2d displays Off Line The OPEN CLOSE button gray yellow light goes on when a TOC has been found The d2d starts the ETOC scan and the progress is shown on the front panel display ETOC track TT NN When the ETOC scan is completed the d2d displays CD FF MM SS for 10 seconds followed by READY Press the ACTIVE button The d2d displays Confirm Open Close Press the ACTIVE button again within 10 seconds The ACTIVE button green light goes on The d2d connects to the LBR disconnecting the other SDIF 2 source The d2d system waits for the LBR to request the PQ burst over the 36 PIN REMOTE control emulating the Sony DMR 4000 U matic in its response to the remote commands and by outputting SMPTE time code when running the simulated U matic tape The d2d displays CD FF MM SS with MM SS representing the remaining tape time to lead out which decrements with simulated tape time At the simulated tape position for the PQ burst the d2d displays Sending PQ burst After the PQ burst have been received by the LBR the LBR requests the d2d to PREROLL to a fixed time code position before start of program on the simulated U matic tape The display shows CD FF MM SS and the corresponding simulated tape commands used for positioning to the pre roll position The display shows Stop when the requested pre roll position has been reached After the simulated U matic tape has been positioned at
17. ard condensed 15 pin D sub VGA output on the d2d marked VGA This will give You detailed technical information useful for service purposes or trouble shooting Connect any US configured PC AT 101 102 keys keyboard to the standard 5 pin DIN keyboard connector on the front panel or PS 2 connector by using the supplied DIN PS 2 adapter next page fig 6 marked E Other optional connections useful for listening to the source CD during a glass mastering session Connect any digital audio equipment equipped with a digital input using an XLR 3 pin connector we recommend the use of 110 ohm balanced digital audio cable to MONITOR DIGITAL on the d2d marked M The digital output from the d2d is transformer balanced to provide isolation of the d2d from the connected digital audio equipment The format for the digital monitor output is IEC 958 II consumer mode AES EBU Connect any analog audio equipment equipped with analog inputs using XLR 3 pin connectors to MONITOR L and MONITOR R on the d2d marked N and O The analog outputs from the d2d are transformer balanced to provide isolation of the d2d from the connected analog audio equipment A NOTE Current d2d versions do not mute the output signal on the digital and analog audio monitoring outputs When using the d2d with CD ROM or mixed mode discs be sure to lower the audio volume of the amplifier to avoid damage to loudspeakers and ears while playing the data tracks Other optional con
18. d with prepaid transportation and customs cost StageTech ab GE Se EE EE May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 24 5 WARRANTY The d2d is warranted for 12 months against any defects This includes components software and workmanship but excludes travel costs shipping costs customs duties and other taxes The warranty period starts at the delivery date Warranty will be void on any equipment that has been damaged incorrectly powered modified or used for a purpose that it has not been designed for Parts that are normally worn out i e laser pickup are not covered by the warranty Any repair performed without prior agreement with StageTech Developments AB or by someone non qualified will void the warranty StageTech Developments AB reserves its final decision whether a warranty is applicable or not All repair performed by StageTech Developments AB or agreed service agent will be warranted for 3 months This warranty will not apply if it is determined that the equipment failure has nothing to do with the previous repair 5 1 Technical support By experience most technical problems can be solved by phone service StageTech Developments AB or its agents will be happy to help you during office hours See chapter 7 the representatives and agents list Please fill out page 1 of this manual with your d2d characteristics as this will save you time while on
19. d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 1 Trade Marks InkJet and LaserJet are trade marks of Hewlett Packard Corporation _ CD and Compact Disc are trade marks of Philips and Sony Corporation _ VGA is an appellation of IBM Corporation Disk Doctor Speedisk Calibrate Sysinfo Norton are trade marks of SYMANTEC Corporation _ Service For future reference while calling StageTech Developments AB technical support please note here d2d Date of installation d2d Serial number d2d Software version d2d Port adress Remote emulation LBR model Edition reference V1 03US May 1997 _ StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 2 1 INTRODUC TION WEE 3 1 1 Descriptio m EE 3 2 INSTALLATION WE 4 2 1 Unpacking and Set up 4 ele Ee EI EE 8 2 3 ENVIFOMIMENG EE 9 24 Jnetelletort aggies buggeungg eseu deg Edge been Eege deans 9 nl ee EE 9 3 OPERATION ME 13 K 13 3 2 Glass mastering sesslon eee e eter ee eae etree eae eeeeeaaeeeeeaaeeeeeeaaeeeeeeaaeeeeneaaes 13 3 3 TNE front paneliten a a a a a E a 15 3 4 Frontipanel diSplayicasscscacivcnaterasesdaasualeccaeendadanane ae a duane de ENEE a a eg deg 17 3 9 ln Mr e 17 3 6 Piracy protetto escacen dice viaenetevau AE EAEAN ETS 17 E O Aen See ee ege ee e eege e 18 41 Software Configuration ssc ss SERA EE ENNER SES REES
20. e EFM decoder is not locking properly and the glass master must be rejected Bad source CD or CD R CD drive failure computer hardware or software failure Hard errors Displays and accounts for the E32 errors uncorrectable errors during playback of the source CD with info also being available on the front panel display and the printed report A Hard error is also displayed in the Info and Error messages sections EFM mode reflects the current data coding mode from source CD disc CD DA CD ROM x ETOC state Displays TOC check progress before PLAY mode Last jump Displays an integer number proportional to last CD drive optical pick up jump No of tracks Indicates total tracks number on the CD source disc First frame Displays first frame captured in Track 1 Index 0 during current mastering session on the program beginning x Q code m 1 provides mode 1 code info Tracks amp Index May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc StageTech ab d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 21 Q code m 2 provides mode 2 code info Catalog number amp Control field Q code m 3 encompasses mode 3 code info ISRC with Country code 2 char Proprietary code 3 char Year code 2 digits and Serial Number 5 digits ERROR MESSAGES Are displayed in the red border in red color A One ERROR MESSAGE is normally fatal to the mastering session if it happens after d2d
21. e exists A Check before connecting that the mains voltage and frequency do match with the equipment specification and the settings of the power supply refer to section 6 par 6 1 electrical specifications The d2d operates from either 50 or 60 Hz The voltage must be properly set to 110 or 230 V by moving the switch located between the two d2d mains plug connections at the back of the unit to the desired voltage fig 3 marked C StageTech Developments AB will not apply warranty to any equipment that has been incorrectly connected to the wrong AC voltage or where the power supply has been replaced by an unauthorized technician A Connect the d2d system to the AC voltage fig 3 marked E by using exclusively an IEC 350 3 poles plug It is very important that the d2d unit is properly grounded A It is also strongly recommended to connect the d2d to a clean AC line Erratic operation of the d2d system can occur if it is powered and or grounded with noisy lines shared with heavy duty equipment It may be necessary to use a correcter stabilizer or UPS unit D d2d by StageTech Sweden Power wc L R PO SMPTE Remote Geen N y To LBR MR D From PCM1630DMR Monitor Fig 3 2 2 Operational test Switch on the d2d by pushing the POWER switch located at the back of the unit fig 3 marked D The power switch
22. ectrical specifications The d2d operates from either 50 or 60 Hz The voltage must be properly set to 110 or 230 V by moving the switch located between the two d2d mains plug connections at the back of the unit to the desired voltage fig 3 marked C StageTech Developments AB will not apply warranty to any equipment that has been incorrectly connected to the wrong AC voltage or where the power supply has been replaced by an unauthorized technician A Connect the d2d system to the AC voltage fig 3 marked E by using exclusively an IEC 350 3 poles plug It is very important that the d2d unit is properly grounded A All equipment connected to the d2d system should be properly grounded It is strongly recommended to verify that these equipment do not bring high voltages oniheirs cables due to incorrect or missing grounding It is also important to connect all equipments together before powering up A It is strongly recommended to connect the d2d to a clean AC line Erratic operation of the d2d system can occur if it is powered and or grounded with noisy lines shared with heavy duty equipment It may be necessary to use a correcter stabilizer or UPS unit StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 13 3 OPERATION A All equipment connected to the d2d system should be properly grounded It is strongly recommended to verify that th
23. ese equipment do not bring high voltages on their cables due to incorrect or missing grounding It is also important to connect all equipment together before powering up 3 1 The easy way The d2d is very easy to use A built in front panel display of VFD type for good visibility in strong daylight gives You enough information during a glass mastering session However for service purposes or trouble shooting we recommend You to connect a VGA monitor which provides more detailed information about the d2d system and the source disc This is the normal procedure for a glass mastering session Load the source CD in the d2d system Load a prepared glass master blank in the LBR Press the d2d active button on the d2d Prepare the LBR for a new recording session Follow the normal operating procedure for the LBR as if it was running from the Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 U matic system Read the report when ready 3 2 Glass mastering session All peripheral equipment should be connected and the d2d system is powered up A Never power up the d2d system when a glass mastering session is going on from another SDIF 2 source for example a Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 system which is connected to the d2d systems internal switcher This might cause a dropout on the SDIF 2 lines and create a faulty glass master A Never reset the d2d system by pressing the RESET button on the front panel of the d2d when a glass mastering session is going on
24. eseeerieesrrisettrittetrittetrrttttrrettrreeenreeenn 29 7 7 African representatives and agents 29 Or APPSNGIX A E E E E E E 30 8 1 Printed report exvample essa eesaaeeeseeeeseeeesaeeeseeeesaeeees 31 8 2 VGA Display exvample nessa eesaeeesaeeeeseeeseeeeseeesaeeesaeeees 32 StageTech ab RN A ee May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 3 1 INTRODUCTION We hope that this d2d unit manufactured with selected components and carefully tested before shipping will provide you with the regular service that you can expect from a professional product Due to constant evolution and research information is subject to change with product improvements StageTech Developments AB has made every reasonable effort for the accuracy of the information provided in this manual at the date of publication However StageTech Developments AB makes no warranty or claims as to the content suitability or accuracy of the provided technical information Text and figures are not contractual 1 1 Description The d2d is a source media player allowing direct transfer to a glass mastering system for creating glass masters in real time from any replicated CD or CD R An error check is made of the source CD during the mastering session and a printed report shows the result including the contents of the CD Currently supported formats include CD DA Audio CD ROM and mixed mode CD DA CD ROM from re
25. functionality To take advantage of this progress You may want to acquire a more recent program version All upgrades can be implemented by inserting the appropriate upgrade floppy disc in the floppy drive connecting a VGA monitor and a keyboard to the d2d system and quit the d2d program to come into DOS by either pressing the Esc button if You have made a custom cho file allowing keyboard commands or by typing keyboard on and then pressing Esc button if You have not made a custom cfg file allowing keyboard commands After You have reached DOS type b install and the installation of the new software to the internal hard disk will take place automatically When the installation is finished You will be requested to remove the floppy disk form the floppy drive and press the RESET button on the front panel The d2d will then restart with the new software 4 7 Preventive Maintenance MTBF for the d2d is about 10 000 hours The d2d does not require preventive maintenance However it is recommended to respect the environmental requirements as defined in chapter 2 paragraph 2 3 StageTech Developments AB recommends a general check up and CD drive exchange every 2 years or 8000 hours of operation whichever occurs first This service should only be performed by StageTech Developments AB or a technician authorized by StageTech Developments AB The service could be done at StageTech Developments AB in 48 hours if the equipment is shippe
26. g the exisiting cable normally connected to the Sony DMR 4000 Connect the long Centronics 36 pin cable or the cable that is normally connected to REMOTE 36 PIN on the Sony DMR 4000 or use the Centronics 36 pin extension cable if the original cable is too short from Remote in on the d2d marked F to REMOTE 36 PIN on the LBR controller not done if using the exisiting cable normally connected to the Sony DMR 4000 To the Sony DMR 4000 if exisitng in the system Connect the male contact of the short black XLR 3 pin cable to PQ in on the d2d marked J and the female contact to AUDIO CH1 output on the Sony DMR 4000 Connect the male contact of the short gray XLR 3 pin cable to SMPTE in on the d2d marked K and the female contact to AUDIO CH2 output on the Sony DMR 4000 Connect the short Centronics 36 pin cable from Remote out on the d2d marked L to REMOTE 36 PIN on the Sony DMR 4000 Other optional connections that are highly recommended to get the full benefit of the d2d capability Connect any PC compatible Laserjet_ Ink Jet 24 pin or 9 pin matrix printer with parallell interface using a standard parallell PC printer cable to the standard 25 pin D sub PRINTER output on the d2d marked PRINTER This will give You a printed report at the end of each glass mastering session Other optional connections that are recommended for service purposes or for trouble shooting Connect any PC compatible VGA monitor to the stand
27. has reached PLAY CONTINUOUS mode The front panel ERROR button illuminates in red the alarm relay closes and the error is printed on the session report INFO MESSAGES Program sequence info Are displayed in the blue border in white color Keep information on program sequence of d2d with line numbering since last power up of d2d Keep information on latest remote and keyboard orders program step 4 3 PC keyboard A PC AT 102 keys keyboard can be connected on the front panel of the d2d fig 6 The following functions can be operated by keys e CCLOSE Disc tray closing e O OPEN Disc tray opening e v ESCAPE Exits from the d2d program e y Up arrow Scroll upwards function for the contents of the info message window e Z Down arrow Scroll downwards function for the contents of the info message window e REWIND The d2d simulates the tape rewinding of a U matic tape by generating SMPTE time code and CTL pulses at a running speed compatible with a real tape motion At the same time the CD drive positions to the corresponding A Time on the source CD e STOP The d2d stops at the current disc reading position The SMPTE time code reflects Absolute time conversion on the disc If STOP function occurs before CD disc drive has started to read SMPTE time code generator time output stops at current lead in or lead out time e PLAY Puts the d2d in PLAY mode in any of the three possible modes PLAY before PQ bur
28. he the wrong hardware address for Your d2d lines 1 and 2 will display Boot failed Check which option is selected in AUTOEXEC BAT for the d2d exe pXX and verify this against Your d2d as specified on the second page of this manual which should have been properly filled out during the installation of the system Check that the INFO messages are now correct you should also read Off Line on the d2d display In case of auto boot software failure check that the d2d directory exists on the hard disk C C D2D and that the D2D exe file also exists in this directory Also check that the CONFIG SYS and AUTOEXEC BAT files exist in the root directory of C If the failure continues reload the d2d proprietary software from the installation floppy disc The VGA screen output is an advanced info tool providing enough info on hardware software and machine operation to help on troubleshooting 4 2 VGA screen The VGA display provides 3 different kinds of info StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual vV 1 03 US Page 20 The machine and CD source info displayed in yellow color Buffer input OFF ON Normally ON while operating Buffer output OFF ON Normally ON while operating Buffer status OFF IN OUT Normally In Out Buffer reply X X X X X X X X Hexadecimal codes from buffer output For programmer debugging Buffer fill XX
29. isk situated on the right hand side of the cabinet while installing the extra sliders Check that the d2a s final location is compatible with cable length and that the selected location allows for proper cooling of the unit through the d2d power supply fan Also check that no cables get pinched or damaged while installating the unit or operating the sliders Total weight for the d2d is 14 kg The final installation is normally performed by a StageTech Developments AB engineer or their representative 2 5 Connections Identify the following cables provided with the d2d unit e 1 Power cable model depends upon country of delivery e 3 short 60 cm BNC RG 59 coaxial cables 1 white 1 black 1 red e 3 long 200 cm BNC RG 59 coaxial cables 1 white 1 black 1 red e 1 BNC 75 ohms termination if no Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 is connected to the d2d system e 1 Centronics 36 pin cable or 1 D sub 9 pin cable depending on LBR e 1 Centronics 36 pin extension cable or 1 D sub 9 pin cable depending on LBR e 2 short 60 cm XLR 3 pin cables 1 black 1 grey e 2 long 200 cm XLR 3 pin cables 1 black 1 grey NOTE Please contact StageTech Developments AB technical support before any attempt to use non supplied cables or extending the length of existing cables Although the d2d uses standard analog and digital input output formats the characteristics of some cables may not be suitable and could create problems further on of the processed
30. ithin these 5 seconds the display and the d2d resume to the normal state again not allowing any interruption without new confirmation 3 4 Front panel display The front panel display shows continously updated results while playing the source CD and or he simulated U matic tape as well as status and error messages For a list of possible front panel display messages see appendix XX May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc StageTech ab d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 17 3 5 Printed report As mentioned earlier the d2d will send a session report to any PC compatible parallell printer including Laserjet_ Ink jet 24 pin or 9 pin matrix printers The report gives detailed information about the Q codes of mode 1 to 3 and the uncorrectable errors detected in the main channel The complete ETOC is printed including all tracks and indexes with their A time from the source CD corresponding simulated U matic tape SMPTE time code control bits ISRC codes and the catalog number UPC EAN code The report also includes all the uncorrectable errors E32 detected during playback of the source CD during the glass mastering session presented as total number of E32 errors for the whole disc and the position in A time for each occurance together with the number of E32 errors in that specific frame 3 6 Piracy protection In order to accomodate with the global music industry efforts against pirac
31. ly secured d2d bus Slot 1 Free future extension used for the optionally supplied 44 1 kHz generator during testing Slot 2 Remote interface Slot 3 PQ burst and SMPTE time code generator Slot 4 Clock signal regeneration and SDIF 2 sync processing Slot 5 SDIF 2 signal processor Slot 6 Audio monitoring analog and digital Slot 7 d2d buffer processor and memory 10 seconds Slot 8 Loop through board Future optional signal processing Slot 9 Communication board CD drive controller e Slot 1 12C bus controller board 910131 1 e Slot 2 I O board HK 2100 e Slot 3 VGA board StageTech May 1997 _ StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 6 e Slot 4 PC mother board 386SX 33 40 or 486SLC 25 depending on the d2d model standard PC 104 IDC equipped with 2 Mb RAM floppy and hard disk controller two serial ports and one parallell printer interface CD Controller e Slot 1 CD controller board e Slot 2 EFM decoder board Check that the miniature coaxial cables are properly inserted into the Clock signal regeneration and SDIF 2 sync processing board slot 4 The color coding for proper identification of all BNC cables including the ones connecting the d2d to the LBR are as follows e White Word clock or sync e Black SDIF 2 left 1 channel e Red SDIF 2 right 2 channel Connect the following cables to from the PC mother boa
32. n Controls the internal switcher in the d2d system which is routing either the d2d system or the Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 U matic system to the LBR Signals routed are the 36 pin remote control SDIF 2 left and right channel data PQ burst and SMPTE time code Word clock is always connected to both the d2d system and the Sony PCM1630 to provide a stable synchronization for both units When the green light is on the LBR is using the d2d system as source player When the green light is off the LBR is using the Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 as source player A If the d2d power is switched off or in the case of a breakdown of the d2d system all the signals are automatically routed to the Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 StageTech AD i m E saw May 1997 _StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual vV 1 03 US Page 16 e Error button If during a glass mastering session an uncorrectable error E32 occurs due to a damaged or out of specifications CD the following will happen The ERROR button red lights goes on The ALARM relay contacts close An error message appears on the front panel display An error message appears in the error message window on the VGA display An indication of the error and its position in A time will be shown on the printed report By pressing the ERROR button when lit the specific error status will be reset and the error message on the front panel display will be
33. n 5 pin PC keyboard extension cable 1 DIN 5 pin PS 2 6 pin PC keyboard cable adapter 1 44 1 kHz word sync generator circuit board optional A NEVER POWER UP the d2d system without first checking the following points as a risk of damage exists The d2d system is constructed in a sturdy 19 inch 4 unit rack cabinet The unit is shipped in a specially made case which should be kept to be used whenever the unit needs to be shipped in the future To secure and protect sensitive internal components during transportation bubble pack material is used Please keep this material to be able to pack the unit properly if there is a need to ship the unit in the future It is necessary to remove this protective material before connecting the d2d to the AC mains voltage and operate it To do this remove all of the screws situated at the top of the 19 inch rack cabinet Remove the top metal cover Carefully locate and remove all the protection materials bubble pack present within the unit An internal overview of the d2d is shown on the next page fig 1 May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc StageTech ab d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 5 POWER enee TT SUPPLY UNIT d2d bus a PC 386 bus CONTROLLER DISC DRIVE SWITCHES Le DISPLAY aay x Control Lamp s Fig 1 Check that all the circuit boards are firmly installed into their sockets and or that they are tight
34. nal missing or unrecognized check with an oscilloscope the WC signal frequency and amplitude Check for proper wiring of all the equipment connected in a loop through mode with the final 75 ohms termination only installed on the last unit in the chain e After a CD has been loaded Etoc Aborted is displayed on the d2d display The CD has been installed upside down on the CD tray The CD is blank The TOC is missing for example on a non finalized CD R The software version installed on the d2d cannot handle this CD format The CD does not comply with the color book specifications e The Active function disappears during a mastering session Noisy AC voltage line transients try to power d2d through a clean AC line like one for computers install a computer transients amp surge eliminator or better a line regulator buffered by battery e The d2d does not acknowledge LBR commands CMD UNRECOGNIZED Check that Active mode is engaged Check that REMOTE connections are not crossed Check another remote cable Check that connectors are properly engaged into their sockets Check that current d2d software is the right version for current LBR only if the d2d has been connected to another LBR Please contact StageTech Developments AB in case of doubt Check that LBR control software version or communication parameters have not been modified Confirm that software have not been corrupted by reloading control software on LB
35. nections that are useful for remote surveillance of the d2d system The ALARM connection is a 6 35 mm two pole jack marked P carrying the closing contacts of an internal relay The alarm circuit closes dry contact when an uncorrectable error has occurred during playback of the source CD during a glass mastering session or if any other fatal error has occured within the d2d system The front panel ERROR button will light red the error will be reported on the front panel display and will also be printed on the session report Under normal operation no errors the relay is open A remote cicuit can be connected to the output but with a maximum rating of 24 Volt 1 Amp If industrial alarm signals are to be connected a dedicated interface can be provided by StageTech Developments AB May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc StageTech ab d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 12 Connect the d2d system to the mains AC voltage Be sure to connect it to the same power outlet that is used for the signal electronics of the LBR EFM encoder subcode processor LBR system controller etc and if installed the Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 system A NEVER POWER UP the d2d system without first checking the following points as a risk of damage exists A Check before connecting that the mains voltage and frequency do match with the equipment specification and the settings of the power supply refer to section 6 par 6 1 el
36. nnections e Analog audio outputs 2 XLR 3 32 4dbM transformer balanced e Digital audio IEC958 II output 1 XLR 3 32 RS 422 level transformer balanced e Printer output 1 25 pin D sub TTL level Centronics parallel e VGA monitor output 1 15 pin condensed D sub e Alarm output 1 6 35 mm 2 pole jack 24 V max dry contact normally open Control connnections e Keyboard PC AT 102 key 1 DIN 45294 5 pin 6 3 Radio Frequency interference If for any reason the d2d generates interference on associated digital or analog equipment try the following until the disturbance is eliminated StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 26 Connect the d2d to another AC voltage line Use cables with shielded connectors Check for proper grounding of all equipment Try to determine if interference is transmitted through the AC line processed signal lines switched signal lines or radiation Try to reorient the receiving antenna in case of interference on a radio or TV receiver Try to minimize interference by changing equipment locations The d2d complies with Subpart J of Part 15 for US B class specification for CANADA for RFI regulations StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 27 7 StageTech Developments AB representatives and agents list
37. plicated CD s single session finalized CD R discs and Sonic Solutions PM CD s The d2d is designed to be connected directly to the glass mastering equipment with full emulation of the Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 system It also supports internal switching between the d2d and a Sony PCM1630 DMR4000 system A standard PC printer can be connected through a parallell interface StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 4 2 INSTALLATION 2 1 Unpacking and set up Please inspect the case for transportation damage and report these directly to the carrier Please check that Your d2d has been delivered with the following cables and accessories Contact and notify StageTech Developments AB or Your representative immediately if any items are missing while unpacking e 1 Power cable model depends upon country of delivery 1 3 5 inch floppy disc with the d2d proprietary software as a backup 3 short 60 cm BNC RG 59 coaxial cables 1 white 1 red 1 black 3 long 200 cm BNC RG 59 coaxial cables 1 white 1 red 1 black 1 BNC 75 ohms termination 1 Centronics 36 pin cable or 1 D sub 9 pin cable depending upon LBR 1 Centronics 36 pin extension cable or 1 D sub 9 pin extension cable depending upon LBR 2 short 60 cm XLR 3 pin cables 1 gray 1 black 2 long 200 cm XLR 3 pin cables 1 gray 1 black 1 condensed D sub 15 pin VGA extension cable 1 Di
38. rd see below fig 2 e The ribbon cable from the floppy disc drive marked A The ribbon cable from the hard disk marked B The ribbon cable from the printer connector on the back panel marked C The reset cable from the front panel board marked D The keyboard cable from the front panel keyboard connector marked E Connect the power supply cable coming from the PSU to the power supply connector of the 3 5 inch floppy disc drive marked F B CONTROLLER DISC DRIVE D SS SWITCHES ISPLAY J D eT EH Ribbon cable A B C D E Power cable F Ml Keyboard cable E Fig 2 StageTech be SJA S May 1997 _ StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 7 For a function test of the d2d system temporarily connect a Word Clock signal 44 1 kHz to the connector WC IN at the back panel of the d2d unit see below fig 3 marked A You can either use an external source like a Sony PCM1630 or the optionally supplied 44 1 kHz word sync generator The 44 1 kHz word sync generator board is plugged into slot 1 of the d2d bus Connect the BNC plug from the 44 1 kHz word sync generator board to the WC IN chassis connector on the backpanel In both cases install the supplied BNC 75 ohms terminator to the WC OUT connector fig 3 marked A amp B A NEVER POWER UP the d2d system without first checking the following points as a risk of damag
39. rminator to WC out on the d2d marked G This is absolutely necessary for the d2d to operate properly A NOTE Check very carefully that channels 1 left and 2 right are properly connected not being interchaged on any of the connections If they are switched by mistake the stereophonic effect will be inverted with a CD DA source but more important the data will be corrupted for all CD ROM formats A NOTE Be sure that the BNC 75 ohm terminator is connected to the WC out on the d2d if no Sony PCM 1630 is connected to the d2d system s internal switcher If this is not done the d2d system will not synchronize correctly to the EFM encoder of the LBR and the audio and or data will be corrupted To the LBR controller Connect the female contact of the long black XLR 3 pin cable or the cable that is normally connected to the AUDIO CH1 OUT from the Sony DMR 4000 to PQ out on the d2d marked D and the male contact to PQ IN on the LBR controller not done if using the exisiting cable normally connected to the Sony DMR 4000 StageTech AD ai m E 0 RN A RN May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 11 Connect the female contact of the long gray XLR 3 pin cable or the cable that is normally connected to the AUDIO CH2 OUT from the Sony DMR 4000 to SMPTE out on the d2d marked E and the male contact to SMPTE IN on the LBR controller not done if usin
40. sequence e Open the CD loading tray fig 4 marked D by pushing the OPEN CLOSE button fig 4 marked E Put a CD on the tray and push again on the OPEN CLOSE button to load the CD The tray closes and the OPEN CLOSE button illuminates in a gray yellow color The d2d looks for the TOC Table of Contents of the CD It then displays ETOC and starts to make a scan of the CD to find all the relevant subcodes necessary for building a complete PQ description of the loaded CD This operation normally takes 1 2 minutes depending on the number of tracks on the CD In case of extremely many tracks indexes this ETOC scan may take up to 5 minutes Indication of the current track number on the display indicates that the search is in progress and the total number of tracks is also displayed When all the tracks have been verified the d2d displays the disc format and the total playing time of the CD on the VFD for 10 seconds CD DA 0 38 12 23 then the VFD switches to READY You have now performed the d2d function test If for any reason the equipment has not behaved as described please refer to section 4 4 chapter 4 Troubleshooting guide before contacting StageTech Developments AB The d2d is now ready for use Open the disc tray by pushing on the OPEN CLOSE button remove the CD close the disc tray again and power off the equipment by pushing the power button at the back of the d2d StageTech AD i m E aw RN SS SS RN May
41. st PLAY before start player Play continuous e amp FAST FORWARD The d2d simulates the tape fast forward winding of a U Matic tape by generating SMPTE time code and CTL pulses at a running speed compatible with a real tape motion At the same time the CD drive positions to the corresponding A Time on the source CD StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual vV 1 03 US Page 22 4 4 Troubleshooting list StageTech Developments AB recommends You to exchange the d2d CD disc drive unit every 2 years or 8 000 hours whichever occurs first This operation is preferably performed at the factory During this exchange the d2d will also be verified for optimum operation Here is a list of the most common problems encountered with the d2d unit e The d2d does not work the power switch does not illuminate at the back of the unit fig 3 defective mains line check the mains line for correct AC voltage or a blown fuse defective power cord exchange the power cord with another known to operate with other equipment defective power supply unit check fig 1 that the 4 red leds are illuminated on the PC bus board e Hard disk operates but after the auto boot sequence the d2d display does not light the front panel buttons are inactive or the reset button is illuminated Software configuration is incorrect refer to the paragraph Software problems Word Clock sig
42. t Mr Laurent LE DAVAY StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc User s manual V 1 03 US Page d2d by StageTech 29 8 Appendix StageTech EEN May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc User s manual V 1 03 US Page d2d by StageTech 30 8 1 Printed report example StageTech EEN May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc User s manual V 1 03 US Page d2d by StageTech 31 8 2 VGA Display example StageTech EEN May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc
43. the phone with StageTech Developments AB technical support StageTech Developments AB will be pleased to analyze for free during the warranty period and for a moderate cost after the warranty period any CD replicas and their associated source CD s or CD R s made from glass masters created using the d2d system which shows any kind of unexpected results or playability problems 5 2 Loan exchange procedure If during or after the warranty period Your d2d system requires servicing for a period exceeding 2 workings days 48 hours at StageTech Developments AB we can in some cases offer to send You a loaner or exchange machine with similar characteristics to Your own d2d system Transportation costs customs duties and other taxes should be borne by the customer in this case When Your d2d has been serviced it will either be returned to You and in this case the loaner machine must be shipped back to StageTech Developments AB immediately upon return of Your d2d system or You will be informed to keep the exchange system In both cases You will be charged for the actual repair cost of Your original faulty d2d system or if applicable the warranty will cover the repair costs May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc StageTech ab d2d by StageTech User s manual V 1 03 US Page 25 6 SPECIFICATIONS 6 1 Physical specifications 19 inch 4 U rack mounted case Dimensions Width 483 mm x Height 177 mm x Depth 46
44. y the d2d transmits the Copy Prohibit bit the Catalog number UPC EAN code and the ISRC codes exactly as they are seen on the source CD to the LBR There is no way for the user to manipulate the d2d to alter or take away these codes during the glass mastering session StageTech ab May 1997 StageTech Developments AB 1992 1997 d2dma103 doc d2d by StageTech User s manual vV 1 03 US Page 18 4 MAINTENANCE By virtue of its conception and technology the d2d requires a minimum of maintenance However some simple problems can often be easily understood and corrected when proper information is provided The d2d has been developed to be simple to use either by engineers with detailed knowledge of the problems encountered in CD glass mastering or by operators in a production environment without specific training 4 1 Software configuration The d2d system uses an industrial PC mother board either 386SX 33 40 or 486SLC 25 depending on the d2d model into its hardware design The d2d can operate properly only if both hardware and software configuration and program are correct The d2d uses MS DOS installed on the internal hard disk C and the proprietary d2d program installed in the directory D2D There is also a sub directory SAVE within the D2D catalog that is being used for saving H files created during the glass mastering sessions The root directory must contain the following files to operate correctly e AUTOEXEC BAT MS DO
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