Discproducer PP-100BD - Disc Burner EPSON - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Disc publisher (automatic disc burning and printing)
Model	Discproducer PP-100BD
Supported Disc Formats	BD-R, BD-RE, DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-R, CD-RW
Disc Capacity	100 discs (input/output)
Printing Method	Inkjet (Epson Micro Piezo technology)
Print Resolution	Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi (print)
Burn Speed	BD-R: 6x; DVD±R: 16x; CD-R: 40x
Interface	USB 2.0, Ethernet (for PP-100N model)
Operating System Support	Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, XP, Windows Server (2008 to 2019)
Software	Total Disc Maker (included)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	425 x 376 x 230 mm (16.7 x 14.8 x 9.1 in)
Weight	Approximately 13.5 kg (29.8 lbs)
Power Supply	AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 1.5A
Power Consumption	Operating: 50W; Standby: 15W
Noise Level	Operating: 45 dB(A); Standby: 35 dB(A)
Operating Temperature	10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Operating Humidity	20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Maintenance	Clean exterior with soft dry cloth; use only Epson approved supplies
Safety	Do not disassemble; use only specified power adapter; avoid water and high humidity
Spare Parts	Ink cartridges, print head, disc trays, picking roller
Repairability	Service by authorized Epson technicians only; user-replaceable ink and tray
Warranty	1 year limited (check local regulations)

Frequently Asked Questions - Discproducer PP-100BD EPSON

How do I install the Total Disc Maker software on multiple computers?

Use the SilentInstall package described in the manual. Copy the package to a CD or shared folder and run Autoexec.bat on each client computer. This automates installation without user interaction.

What disc formats are supported by the PP-100BD?

It supports BD-R/RE, DVD±R/RW, and CD-R/RW discs. All standard 12cm discs can be used for burning and printing.

Can I use the PP-100BD without a network connection?

Yes, the standard PP-100BD uses a USB 2.0 connection. For network operation, the PP-100N model (with Ethernet) is required.

How do I change the work folder for Total Disc Maker?

During SilentInstall creation, you can specify a custom work folder. Alternatively, run TDSet.exe /ChangeWorkFolder with the desired path. See the manual for details.

What should I do if the printer fails to pick up discs?

Check the picking roller for wear or debris. Clean it with a lint-free cloth. If the issue persists, replace the picking roller (spare part). Ensure discs are loaded correctly.

My device shows an error code. Where can I find what it means?

Error codes are listed in the device manual. Common ones: E1 (disc jam), E3 (printer error). The manual provides troubleshooting steps.

Can I print on printable discs using the PP-100BD?

Yes, the PP-100BD is a disc publisher that burns and prints using inkjet technology. Use printable discs with a white or silver surface.

What operating systems are compatible with Total Disc Maker?

It supports Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, XP (32-bit), and Windows Server 2008-2019. See system requirements for details.

How do I clean the device?

Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Do not use liquids or aerosols. For print head cleaning, use the built-in cleaning cycle from the software.

Where can I purchase replacement ink cartridges?

Use genuine Epson ink cartridges designed for Discproducer. Order from www.epsonexpert.com (North America) or your local Epson distributor.

USER MANUAL Discproducer PP-100BD EPSON

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Overview

The Total Disc Maker SilentInstall Package is used to install and set up Total Disc Maker and its driver automatically without operations on the screen. To distribute this package to the client computers (the computers that Total Disc Maker is to be installed to using SilentInstall), copy it to a CD-R or upload it to a shared folder.

Then execute the SilentInstall package in each of the computers, to enable them to use Discproducer.

Functions

With the SilentInstall Package, you can:

• Specify where to install Total Disc Maker
• Specify the model to install the application on
• Specify the IP address for PP-100N (network model)
• Specify the work folder for Total Disc Maker (Optional function that can be specified if necessary.)

Environment

The operating environment for the setup computer (the computer where the SilentInstall Package is prepared) is as follows:

Item Specification
Operating Environment	OS	Windows 10 (32 bit / 64 bit)Home / Pro / EnterpriseWindows 8.1 (32 bit / 64 bit)Windows 8.1 Pro (32 bit / 64 bit)Windows 8 (32 bit / 64 bit)Windows 8 Pro (32 bit / 64 bit)Windows 7 SP1(32 bit / 64 bit)Home Premium / Professional / Enterprise / UltimateWindows XP SP3 Home Edition / Professional(Supports Windows XP 32 bit editions only)Windows Server 2019Essentials / StandardWindows Server 2016Essentials / StandardWindows Server 2012 R2Essentials / StandardWindows Server 2012Essentials / StandardWindows Server 2008 R2Standard / EnterpriseWindows Server 2008 SP2 (32 bit / 64 bit)Standard / Enterprise
	CPU Core Duo T	2700 / Core 2 Duo E6300 or faster, or an equivalent processor
	Memory	Windows 10 (64 bit) / Windows 8.1 (64 bit) / Windows 8 (64 bit) / Windows 7 (64 bit) / Windows Server 2019 / Windows Server 2016 / Windows Server 2012 / 2012 R2 / Windows Server 2008 / 2008 R22GB or largerWindows 10 (32 bit) / Windows 8.1 (32 bit) / Windows 8 (32 bit) / Windows 7 (32 bit) / Windows XP1GB or larger
Total Disc Maker Version Total Disc Maker Ver.6.0 or later
Discproducer All models

Restrictions

- Note that even after SilentInstall has been executed, the following message will appear due to Windows restrictions:

• If the setup computer runs on a 32-bit OS and the default installation folder (C:\Program Files...) is specified, SilentInstall cannot be executed on a client computer running on a 64-bit OS. To prepare a package for 64-bit computers using a 32-bit computer, specify a folder with a different name.
• The table below shows the relationship between the OS/bit and the installation folder for the setup computer and client computers.

Setup computer Client computer
	Installation folder	Windows XP(32 bit)	Windows 7(32 bit)	Windows 7(64 bit)
Windows XP(32 bit)	C:\Program Files ●	●	▲
	Other folder ●	●	●
Windows 7(32 bit)	C:\Program Files ●	●	▲
	Other folder ●	●	●
Windows 7(64 bit)	C:\Program Files ●	●	●
	Other folder ●	●	●

• The SilentInstall package cannot be prepared on a computer with Total Disc Maker installed. Before preparing the SilentInstall package, uninstall Total Disc Maker. After the uninstallation, be sure to restart the computer.
• When you prepare the SilentInstall package, Total Disc Maker will be installed to the setup computer. If you prepare the SilentInstall package again, first uninstall Total Disc Maker. After the uninstallation, be sure to restart the computer.
• Multiple network models cannot be registered with SilentInstall.

The setup.iss file cannot be used in an environment with a different version of Total Disc Maker. Therefore, when you upgrade the Total Disc Maker version, you must create the setup.iss file again.

Preparing the SilentInstall package

You are now ready to prepare the Total Disc Maker SilentInstall package. Carry out this operation on the setup computer.

Workflow

1. Preparing the SilentInstall package (page 7)

Copy the Total Disc Maker package to the computer, and get a folder ready for the SilentInstall package.

2. Creating a setup.iss (page 8)

Create the setup file (setup.iss). It can specify the following items:

• Where to install Total Disc Maker - Model to install it on - IP address

3. Creating an auto-executable file (page 13)

Create an auto-executable file. The following item can be specified if necessary:

- Work folder

4. Distributing the SilentInstall package

Copy the SilentInstall package to a CD-R or upload it to a shared folder.

Preparing the SilentInstall package

To prepare the SilentInstall package, you need to install a Total Disc Maker Ver.6 or later package in the setup computer. Follow the steps below to do this.

1. Create a new folder in the setup computer.

2. Prepare a Total Disc Maker package. Download EPSON Total Disc Maker (Ver.6 or later) from the Epson website, and expand it.

See the Epson homepage.

• For customers in North America, go to the following web site: www.epsonexpert.com/ and follow the on-screen instructions.
• For customers in other countries, go to the following web site: www.epson-biz.com/

3. Copy the Total Disc Maker package to the folder you have created.

Creating a setup.iss

Follow the procedure below to create a setup.iss.

1. Check whether Total Disc Maker is installed in the setup computer. If Total Disc Maker is installed, uninstall it. 2. Exit all other applications running on the setup computer. 3. Create an output folder for setup.iss. Example: C:\temp (Folder) 4. Execute the following command using the command prompt or other means: setup.exe -r -f1 (file output destination and file name) Example: setup.exe -r -f1C:\temp\setup.iss (setup.iss will be created in C:\temp)

Be sure to set the file name as "setup.iss".

5 The installer will start up and an installation window will appear. Click [Next].

If the window shown below appears, Total Disc Maker is already installed. Uninstall it.

6 Read the license agreement. If you accept it, select [I accept the terms of the license agreement] and click [Next].

7 Specify the installation destination, and click [Next].

• If you specify a location other than "C:\ProgramFiles" as the installation destination, then you can install the SilentInstall package prepared on a setup computer running on a 32-bit OS to a client computer running on a 64-bit OS.
• The installation destination of Total Disc Maker will be required for changing the work folder. Be sure to record the destination.

8 When the [Model selection] screen is displayed, select the models on which you want to install the application, and then click [Next]. 9 For the setup type to install, select [Complete]. Then click [Next].

Be sure to select [Complete] for the setup type.

10 If you select PP-100N for the model to install the application on, specify an IP address. Click [Next].

If you do not select PP-100N, the window for specifying an IP address will not appear. Go to the next step.

11 If the window shown below appears, connect Discproducer via a USB port and turn on the power. Then go to Step 14.

If no Discproducer is available, click [Cancel] and go to Step 12.

If the window shown below does not appear, go to Step 14.

12 The window shown below will appear. Click [OK].

13 The window shown below will appear. Click [OK] to start installation preparation. Go to the next step.

14 A message saying that installation preparation is complete will appear. Click [Install] to start installation.

15 A message saying that installation is complete will appear. Click [Finish].

16 Check that setup.iss has been created at the specified path.

17 Replace the "setup.iss" directly under the SilentInstall package with the setup.iss you have created.

Creating an auto-executable file

Follow the procedure below to create an auto-executable file.

1 Run the text editor. 2 Enter the following command:

//Execute SilentInstall of Total Disc Maker
setup.exe -s

// Change the work folder (when necessary)
"Full path to TDSet.exe" /ChangeWorkFolder (Full path to the new folder) 

The full path to TDSet.exe that you specify is the installation destination for Total Disc Maker.

Example:

If the installation destination for Total Disc Maker is specified as follows in setup.iss:

C:\Program Files\epson\Total Disc Maker

The command to be entered is as follows:

"C:\Program Files\epson\Total Disc Maker\TDSet.exe" /ChangeWorkFolder C:\MyWork

3 Set "Autoexec.bat" for the file name, and save the file in the SilentInstall package.

That completes preparation of the SilentInstall package.

Executing SilentInstall package

Distribute the prepared SilentInstall package to the client computers. Then, on the client computers, execute the Autoexec.bat file in the SilentInstall package.

SilentInstall will install Total Disc Maker and its driver.