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Introduction
The QD-DVD is a high speed, low cost one to one DVD Recordable duplication system from
Microboards Technology, LLC.
The QD-DVD is perfect for any user requiring easy copying of audio, video, or Data discs.
Superior technology allows the QD-DVD to ship without a hard drive. LED indicators provide the
user with status of the duplication process, minimizing the number of faulty discs.
Applications suited for the QD-DVD include Pro Audio, Multimedia, Government / Education,
Software Development, Medical Imaging, and Data Interchange.
Unpacking your system
When unpacking your duplicator, confirm the following items are included:
• QD-DVD 1 to 1 duplicator
• Power cable
• Manual
• DVD-R disc
• USB cable
• Zulu2 CD/DVD recording software Installation Disc
If any of these items are missing, please contact or Microboards Technology Technical Support at
952-556-1639.
IMPORTANT: Please keep all the packing for your QD-DVD duplicator. If your unit ever needs to
be sent in for service, it must be returned in the original packing or the warranty will be voided.
Installation
• Connect the power cable to the QD-DVD duplicator and plug in to a protected power
outlet strip or UPS power supply.
Note for Installation:
1) The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.
2) Do not block cooling fans.
• Turn on power to the duplicator.
• The system will go through initialization and then display: 1. Copy.
• The system is now ready to use.
• For USB Mode, connect to a PC via an unoccupied USB port. This mode must be
selected in the Advanced Setup Menu (See pages 16-17).
Basic Instructions
Buttons and LCD
There are four buttons and an LCD on
the front panel of the QD-DVD
duplicator.
LED display: Shows the menu items
and any status messages that may
come up during operation
ENT button: The ENT button, used to start a duplication process or enter into an area in the
menu structure.
ESC button: The ESC button, used to stop an operation or move up the menu structure.
▲ button, used to scroll up in the different menus.
▼ button, used to scroll down in the different menus.
