User's Manual

CopyDisc Duplicator Series

SECTION 1: GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1.1 Introduction

The Verity Systems CopyDisc Platinum printer series provide reliable, unattended inkjet and

thermal printing of optical discs.

There are three CopyDisc Platinum printer models:

• CopyDisc Platinum OptiPrinter Pro - inkjet printing

• CopyDisc Platinum AutoPrinter – thermal printing

• CopyDisc Platinum P-55 – thermal retransfer printing

All are similar in operation but offer a difference in print output.

Each model uses a pick and place mechanism to transfer the disc from the Input spindle or basket

to the printer and remove the disc from the printer subsequently and place it on the Output spindle.

Two different types of picker mechanism are available: the Vacuum picker and the Mechanical

picker. CopyDisc OptiPrinterPro models are fitted with the mechanical picker as standard. This

enables users to print right to the centre of full-face printable, inkjet discs. All CopyDisc thermal

printers are fitted with the vacuum picker as standard.

Note:

The mechanical picker is not compatible with the CopyDisc thermal printers.

Note:

Throughout this manual reference is made to CDs. The procedure for DVDs, CD Business

cards and mini discs is identical except where stated.

1.2 Network Operation

The CopyDisc Platinum printers are operated using DiscPilot advanced networking software.

There is no drive fitted so the system is run directly from a PC on a network.

This easy to use yet sophisticated and versatile CD and DVD printer management software

system, provides multiple users with access to one of Verity Systems range of automatic printers.

DiscPilot allows a CopyDisc to act as a peripheral device across a network.

DiscPilot is a completely new way of networking your CopyDisc. Instead of relying on a traditional

Cat5 cable network connection, uses a high speed USB connection for improved reliability and

data transmission rates.

Verity Systems PublisherNET forms the link between the CopyDisc and the host PC.

PublisherNET establishes a connection with the CopyDisc through the USB connection and

manages data transmission.

This Windows based software suite enables you to print a print file (PRN) stored on your file

server, and to request the required number of discs for your CopyDisc to print. CD/DVD print files

can also be selected from the CopyDisc’s hard drive itself.