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G4 Disc Publisher
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For Microsoft Windows
7, Vista, and XP
Users Manual
Microboards Technology LLC
Version 1.0

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  • Page 1 G4 Disc Publisher ® For Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, and XP Users Manual Microboards Technology LLC Version 1.0...
  • Page 2 ...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Alignment Tab..........................15 Print Quality Tab ..........................16 Printing Recommendations ......................16 About Tab ............................16 The G4 Disc Publisher Software ..................... 17 Microboards PrintWrite 2 Configuration ..................17 The Microboards Printer Toolbox....................17 Pen Calibration ..........................18 Print Test Disc ..........................18 Advance Conveyor ..........................
  • Page 4 Any unauthorized modification to this equipment may result in the revocation by the FCC of the user’s authority to operate this equipment. NOTE: 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.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    4800 dpi inkjet printing, and a high-speed DVD/CD recorder, the G4 is perfect for low- to mid-volume requirements. Churches, schools, audio recording studios, and video production houses will all benefit from its rapid output, ease of use, low operating cost, and powerful publishing software (included).

  • Page 6: System Requirements

    System Requirements The Microboards G4 Disc Publisher has the following minimum requirements and compatibilities: Supported Operating Systems 64-Bit: Windows 7 and Vista 32-Bit: Windows 7, Vista, and XP with SP2. Processor Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent. System Memory Minimum 2 GB of system memory.

  • Page 7: Installing Ink Cartridges

    G4 Disc Publisher to fail and may affect your warranty. Loading / Replacing Ink Cartridges Cartridges can be changed while the G4 Disc Publisher is on. The Out of Ink LED will light if any cartridge is beginning to run low on ink.

  • Page 8: Loading Discs

    Front Control Panel The AC power switch located on the back of the G4 Disc Publisher must be turned on first in order to supply power to the Front Control Panel.

  • Page 9: G4 Disc Publisher Installation

    The following installation sections are intended only as a reference for the installation process, not as a guide to installing the G4 Disc Publisher. Performing the installation out of order could result in an unsuccessful installation.

  • Page 10: Windows 7 And Vista Hardware Installation

    The Microboards G4 Installer should always be run when logged in as user with full Administrator rights. This is required for the driver pre-installation to be successful. Once the G4 is plugged into the PC via the USB connection, the hardware will automatically be found and installed on your PC.

  • Page 11: Windows Xp Hardware Installation

    Installer. Please follow all directions in the order in which they appear. Turn on power to the G4 Disc Publisher and PC. Once the G4 is connected, the operating system will next display the following windows if you are not running the Installer: 1.

  • Page 12: Setting Printer Alignment

    Setting Printer Alignment The G4 Disc Publisher system has been aligned to 0.1mm precision at the factory. You may need to fine tune the alignment settings for full surface coverage depending on the media brand and print surface type. Follow these steps if alignment modification is needed: 1.

  • Page 13: Printing Preferences

    MICROBOARDS TECHNOLOGY, LLC G4 DISC PUBLISHER Printing Preferences Access the Printing Preferences by clicking the Start Button on your Windows computer. Select Settings and then select Printers. Right click on the Microboards G4 printer icon, then select Printing Preferences. There are 7 tabs across the top of the window. Click each tab to see the available settings.

  • Page 14: Advanced Tab

    To avoid excessive ink buildup, these values should never be set so that the G4 Disc Publisher is printing off the media. The Parameter Unit should remain on the 0.1mm setting for maximum precision.

  • Page 15: Ink Tab

    NOTE: If you place a used cartridge in the Microboards G4, the ink level may not be reported correctly. If the G4 can identify the cartridge, it may report the correct ink levels; if not, it will assume that the ink cartridge is new and will show ink levels of 100%.

  • Page 16: Print Quality Tab

    Print Quality Tab The Print Quality tab controls the print resolution. Print Quality  Best  Normal Print Modes  Text and Graphics  Photo Printing Recommendations Text and Graphics mode is used for printing mainly text information and small, simple graphics. Below are some examples for images in Fast, Normal and Best Modes: Text and Graphics –...

  • Page 17: The G4 Disc Publisher Software

    G4 DISC PUBLISHER The G4 Disc Publisher Software Your G4 uses Microboards PrintWrite 2 as the Disc Publishing software. You can print directly from SureThing or other applications if you are only printing, but any burning must be done using PrintWrite 2.

  • Page 18: Pen Calibration

    Disc, or to remove any media that is on the conveyors. Using the Cleaning Disc The rollers that the Microboards G4 uses to advance the disc will occasionally need to be cleaned as they pick up dust, lint, and other airborne debris.

  • Page 19: Using Surething Disc Labeler

    The information in this section will only apply to a manual re-installation of the individual software packages. If you have not yet installed the G4 Disc Publisher using the Installer, it is recommended that you do so. Installing the G4 Disc Publisher in an incorrect order could result in an unsuccessful installation.

  • Page 20: Surething Labeler Software Re-Installation

    There are 3 methods of reinstalling SureThing should the need arise: A. (Recommended) Insert the Microboards G4 Disc Publisher Installation CD into the CD/DVD ROM drive on your computer and select the Repair option when the installer starts. Click the SureThing Disc Labeler button to reinstall SureThing.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Disc not Advancing: If a disc is not moving to or through the print zone correctly, the rollers in the G4 Disc Publisher may need cleaning.

  • Page 22: Out Of Media Indicator On Front Printer Panel

    During the G4 Disc Publisher installation, a shortcut to a utility to clear the print queue was added to your PC. Please note that this utility will clear all print jobs currently in the print queue for any printer.

  • Page 23: Printing Specifications

    PH: 03-3561-2266 FAX: 952-556-1628 www.microboards.co.uk www.microboards.co.jp support@microboards.com www.microboards.com Please have the Model and Serial Number of your G4 Auto Printer available when contacting Technical Support. Date of Purchase: Place Purchased: Serial Number: Replacement Ink Cartridges: V102C (color) and V101B (black)

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