Dazzle
®
Digital Media High-Speed Reader/Writer
User’s Guide
Copyright SCM Microsystems. All rights reser ved. Trademarks are used for informational purposes, and remain the property of their owners.
Revision E 5/20/03
Table of Contents
Introduction
Congratulations!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
What’s Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Getting Started
Minimum System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Registering Your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Hardware Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Software Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the Software On a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the Hardware on a PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing the Software On a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installing the Hardware on a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the Digital Media Reader/Writer
Digital Media Card Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Inserting a SmartMedia or xD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Inserting a CompactFlash Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Inserting a MultiMediaCard or Secure Digital Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Inserting a Memory Stick Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Accessing a Card on a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Transferring Files on a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Formatting a Card on a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Removing a Card on a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Mounting and Accessing a Card on a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Transferring Files on a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Formatting a Card on a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Removing a Card on a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Technical Support
Dazzle’s North American Technical Resource Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Dazzle’s European Technical Resource Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
SCM Microsystems, Inc. One Year Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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Introduction
Congratulations!
You have just purchased the Dazzle Digital Media High-Speed Reader/Writer (referred to
as Digital Media HS Reader/Writer throughout this guide).
The Digital Media HS Reader/Writer is available in four different models (CompactFlash™,
SmartMedia™/xD™, MultiMediaCard™/Secure Digital™, and Memor y Stick™) for new
Apple iMac, iBook, PowerBook, G3/G4, and PC owners. With this card reader, audio and
video files, cell phone databases, and more can now be shared easily between your digital
device (camera, cell phone, MP3 player, etc.) and your computer. You can connect your
Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to computers with USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 ports. Simply
remove the digital media from your digital device and inser t it into the card reader (connected to your PC or Mac) to transfer or view your digital data. Computers with USB 2.0
ports transfer data at a much faster rate than computers with USB 1.1 ports.
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What’s Included
Digital Media Hi-Speed Reader/Writer
(Digital Media HS Reader/Writer)
OnDVD
User’s Guide
(Included on CD)
Digital Media
HS Reader/Writer
User’s Guide
(Included on CD)
Dazzle Installation CD
Digital Media
HS Reader/Writer
Quickstart Guide
(included on inside
of packaging)
Dazzle Technical Resource
Center Information
(Included on CD)
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About This Guide
This Guide explains how to use the Dazzle Digital Media HS Reader/Writer. Following is a
description of each section:
Getting Started” on page 6 lists the minimum system requirements for the Digital Media
“
HS Reader/Writer, explains how to register your Dazzle product, provides a hardware
overview and a software over view, and describes the software and hardware installation
process for PC and Macintosh computers.
“
Using the Digital Media Reader/Writer” on page 18 shows you how to insert, access,
format, and remove digital media cards on PC and Macintosh computers.
“Troubleshooting” on page 39” provides solutions to possible problems and answers
frequently asked questions.
“Technical Support” on page 42 provides information on Dazzle’s North American and
European Technical Resource Centers, and tells you how to contact Dazzle Technical
Support.
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Getting Started
Minimum System Requirements
To use the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer, your computer system must meet the following
minimum requirements:
PC Requirements
200MHz or faster processor
USB Port
USB 2.0 port for maximum per formance
Windows® 98 SE, 2000, Me, or XP
CD-ROM Drive (for driver software and bonus software installation)
64MB RAM minimum (128MB recommended)
1 MB free disk space
Macintosh Requirements
G3 processor or faster (iMac, iBook, PowerBook, PowerMac G3 and G4)
USB Port
USB 2.0 port for maximum per formance
Mac OS 9.x or higher
CD-ROM Drive (to access electronic documentation)
64MB RAM minimum (128MB recommended)
PC Requirements for OnDVD
500MHz or faster processor
50MB free disk space
Windows® 98 SE, 2000, Me, or XP
64MB RAM minimum (128MB recommended)
PC must have sound card
CD Burner for VCD creation, CD/DVD-ROM drive for software installation
DVD player must support Video CD format and either CD-R or CD-RW media
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Registering Your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer
Thank you again for purchasing the Dazzle Digital Media HS Reader/Writer. In order for us
to better serve you, we encourage you to register your reader/writer as soon as possible.
Registering your reader/writer entitles you to the following benefits:
• Free periodic driver software updates when available
• Technical Resources from Dazzle
Registering On a PC
To register on a PC, insert your Dazzle Installation CD in your CD-ROM drive, select your
language, and then click Product Registration in the Installer Main menu to display the PC
Registration screen. For more information on the PC Installer, see “Installing the Software
On a PC” on page 9.
When the Product Registration Form appears, click Register Online to register your Digital
Media HS Reader/Writer on the Web or click Other Method to register by e-mail, modem,
or fax.
Registering On a Macintosh
To register on a Macintosh (English only), insert your Dazzle Installation CD in your
CD/DVD-ROM drive. Then double-click the Product Registration icon on the CD to display
the Mac Registration screen (which differs slightly from the PC Registration screen shown
above). When the Mac Registration screen appears, click Register via Internet to register
your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer on the Web or click Other Reg Method to register by
e-mail, modem, or fax.
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Hardware Overview
The Digital Media HS Reader/Writer makes it easy to read files directly off digital media
cards. The Digital Media HS Reader/Writer can read/write CompactFlash Type l and ll, IBM
Microdrive, Memory Stick, Smar tMedia/xD, and MultiMedia/SD cards. You can connect
your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to computers with USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 ports.
Computers with USB 2.0 ports transfer data at a much faster rate than computers with
USB 1.1 ports.
Card
Slot
(Differs
by Model)
USB Cable
Digital Media HS Reader/Writer/Front View
D igital Media HS Reader/Writer/Rear View
Software Overview
Driver Software
PC driver software is required for Windows 98 SE (installation instructions are provided on
the following pages). It is not required for Windows Me, XP, or 2000. Driver software is not
required for Macintosh computers (Mac OS 9.x or higher required).
Dazzle OnDVD (PCs only)
Digital cameras allow you to take an unlimited number of pictures that quickly pile up on
your computer and become difficult to manage. With OnDVD, you can take your digital pictures, arrange them in a timeline, edit your photos, add background music and burn a
slideshow to a CD which can be played back on a home DVD player. You can install OnDVD
following the instructions on page 12
it from the Start>Programs>OnDVD menu. For a tutorial on creating Slideshows, refer to
your OnDVD User’s Guide (included on the Dazzle Installation CD).
*Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 5 is provided for PC and Macintosh users who do not have it
already installed on their systems. You need this application to read the supplied electronic users’ guides. You can install Acrobat Reader 5 on a PC by following the instructions
on page 12 of this guide. You can install Acrobat Reader 5 on a Macintosh by following the
instructions on page 16 of this guide.
of this guide. After installing OnDVD, you can launch
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Installing the Software On a PC
The Dazzle Installation CD includes the following PC software components:
• Hardware Drivers (Windows 98 SE only)
• Dazzle OnDVD Software
• Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 Installer (required for electronic documentation)
• Dazzle Technical Resource Center Information*
• Dazzle Product Demo (English only)
• Dazzle Product Registration
• Electronic Users’ Guides
*You can also find information on Dazzle’s North American and European Technical
Resource Centers on page 42 and page 43 respectively.
Note: Driver software installation is not required for Windows Me, XP, or 2000. For these
operating systems, simply connect the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to your computer’s
USB port or a USB hub (as described on pages 14 and 15, respectively). You can then
insert a media card and access any of its files using the Removable Disk icon displayed
in My Computer. For more detailed instructions, see “Using the Digital Media HS Reader/
Writer” beginning on page 18. If you are running Windows 98 SE you must follow the
instructions below to install the required drivers (before connecting the Digital Media HS
Reader/Writer).
For all operating systems, to install Acrobat Reader 5, OnDVD, and the Dazzle Products
Demo, you must also follow the instructions below (no drivers are installed for Windows
Me, XP, or 2000). To avoid complications during the installation process, please follow the
steps in order.
1. Insert the Dazzle Installation CD in your computer’s CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive.
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The auto-run program launches the setup application and then the Language screen
appears. If the Language screen does not appear automatically, begin by opening
My Computer. Next, double-click on the drive letter corresponding to your CD/DVDROM drive, and then double-click on the Setup application icon.
2. Select your language.
The Installer Main menu appears. In the Installer Main menu, you can install the
required drivers for Windows 98 SE and the bonus software for all operating systems.
You can also access the Users’ Manuals, Product Registration, Dazzle Technical
Resource Center Information, and the Dazzle Website by clicking on the corresponding
buttons.
Important: You can display the Installer Main menu at any time by inser ting your
Dazzle Installation CD in your CD/DVD-ROM drive and selecting your language, as
described above.
3. Click the Install button in the Installer Main menu.
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The Dazzle Setup prepares for the installation, and then the InstallShield Wizard
Welcome screen appears.
Note: The screens below differ slightly for each of the supported operating
systems.
4. Click Next.
The License Agreement screen appears. To use the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer,
you must agree to the terms of the license.
5. Click Yes to accept the license agreement.
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The Select Components screen appears.
This screen allows you to select the software you want to install. Dazzle strongly
recommends installing all the components. OnDVD is required to create Slideshows.
Acrobat is required to read the electronic users’ guides. The Product Demo provides
an overview of many current Dazzle products.
For an OnDVD tutorial on creating slideshows, refer to the supplied OnDVD User’s
Guide (requires Adobe Acrobat 5).
6. Select the desired components and click Next.
The InstallShield Wizard installs the specified software components (and the required
drivers for Windows 98 SE systems). During a full installation, the Acrobat Reader 5
Installer appears. Follow the screen instructions to install Acrobat Reader 5.
After installing all the software, the InstallShield Wizard confirms a successful installa-
tion, and prompts you to restar t.
7. Click Finish to restart your computer and complete the installation.
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After restarting your computer, a browser window appears with a message that
reminds you to check the Dazzle website for the latest updates and patches. Just click
on the link in the browser window to check for any critical updates to your software.
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Installing the Hardware on a PC
You can connect your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to computers with USB 1.1 or USB
2.0 ports. Computers with USB 2.0 ports transfer data at a much faster rate than computers with USB 1.1 ports
You can install the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer hardware as follows:
Note: If you are running Windows 98 SE, you must install the required drivers before
connecting the hardware, as explained in the previous section.
Connecting to a Computer’s USB Port
Connect the USB cable (attached to the back of the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer) to
the USB port on your computer.
Note: Be sure the cable is properly aligned before connecting and do not force the connection.
USB Port
USB Cable
Digital Media HS Reader/Writer
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Connecting to a USB Hub
1. Connect the USB hub (purchased separately) to your computer's USB port.
2. Connect the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer USB cable to a port on the USB hub.
Note: Be sure the cable ends are properly aligned before connecting and do not force the
connection.
Enlarged View
Connect USB cable from
Digital Media HS Reader/Writer
to USB port on USB hub
Enlarged View
Connect USB cable from USB port on
USB hub to USB port on computer
Digital Media HS Reader/Writer
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Installing the Software On a Macintosh
To begin using your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer with a Macintosh computer (Mac OS
9.x or higher required), you do not need to install any software. Simply connect the reader/
writer to your Mac’s USB port as described below, insert your media card, as described in
the section “Using the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer beginning on page 18, and access
the media, as described on page 30.
The Dazzle Installation CD includes the following Macintosh software components:
• Adobe Acrobat Reader (required for electronic documentation)
• Dazzle Technical Resource Center Information*
• Dazzle Products Demo Clips
• Dazzle Online Registration (English only)
• Electronic user’s guide (English only)
*You can also find information on Dazzle’s North American and European Technical
Resource Centers on page 42 and page 43 respectively.
To access any of the included software components, insert the Dazzle Installation CD in
your Mac’s CD/DVD-ROM drive, and then open the corresponding file or folder. To install
Adobe Acrobat Reader 5, open the Acrobat Reader 5.05 folder on the Dazzle Installation
CD, double-click the Acrobat Reader Installer icon, and follow the screen instructions.
Installing the Hardware on a Macintosh
You can connect your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to computers with USB 1.1 or USB
2.0 ports. Computers with USB 2.0 ports transfer data at a much faster rate than computers with USB 1.1 ports
Connecting to a Macintosh USB Port
Connect the USB cable (attached to the back of the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer) to
the USB port on your Macintosh. Be sure the cable is properly aligned before connecting
and do not force the connection.
Connect USB cable
from Digital Media
Reader/Writer directly to
USB port on your
Digital Media HS Reader/Writer
Macintosh
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Connecting to a USB Hub
1. Connect the USB hub (purchased separately) to your Macintosh USB port.
2. Connect the USB connector of the reader/writer to a port on the USB hub.
Note: Be sure the cable ends are properly aligned before connecting and do not force the
connection.
Enlarged View
Enlarged View
Connect USB cable from USB port on
USB hub to USB port on computer
Connect USB cable from
Digital Media HS Reader/Writer
to USB port on USB hub
Digital Media HS Reader/Writer
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Using the Digital Media Reader/Writer
This section shows you how to use your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to insert, access,
format, and remove digital media cards.
Digital Media Card Compatibility
The Digital Media HS Reader/Writer is available in four different models. Following is card
compatibility information for each model:
• Smart Media/xD Card Reader - Compatible with SSFDC Smar t Media cards (3.3 Volt
only) and xD cards
• CompactFlash Card Reader - Compatible with all current CompactFlash cards and
cards in the CF II and CF+Type II formats, such as the IBM Microdrive
• MultiMedia Card/Secure Digital Card Reader - Compatible with most MultiMediaCards
and Secure Digital formats
• Memory Stick Card Reader - Compatible with Memor y Stick and MagicGate Memory
Stick media
Note: Secure mode of Sony MagicGate is not supported.
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Inserting a SmartMedia or xD Card
If you plan on writing to or deleting from a SmartMedia card and the card’s write protection
sticker is covering the write protect area (see the illustration below), you must remove the
sticker.
To insert a SmartMedia Card or xD card, follow these steps:
1. Position the SmartMedia or xD card, as shown in the illustration below.
Note: The Digital Media HS Reader/Writer accepts only 3.3V SmartMedia cards. It
does not support 5V SmartMedia cards.
2. Insert the card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer’s slot with the gold contacts on
the right side facing inward and the card’s notch located at the bottom.
Caution: Be careful not to insert the SmartMedia or xD card in the wrong direction. Be
sure to insert the card with the gold contacts on the right side facing inward. If it is
forced in, the reader/writer or the card may be damaged, or data on the card may be
lost or corrupted. If the computer does not recognize the media, or if it does not fit
correctly, re-position the card and tr y reinser ting it.
3. Gently push the card in all the way until it locks in place.
xD section of slot
SmartMedia Card Comparison (view of cards from top)
Left notch
indicates 5V card
Gold contacts
Write protect
area
5V SmartMedia card
(not compatible)
XD
Notch
SmartMedia
section of slot
3.3V SmartMedia card
(compatible)
Insert the SmartMedia or xD card
with the gold contacts on the right side
facing inward and the notch on the bottom.
Notch
Right notch
indicates 3.3V card
Gold contacts
Write protect
area
(used to lock
card)
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Inserting a CompactFlash Card
To insert a CompactFlash Card, follow these steps:
1. Position the CompactFlash card in the direction shown in the illustration below.
2. Insert the card with the connectors facing inward and the manufacturer’s label on the
left side.
Make sure you position the card properly. All CompactFlash card manufacturers adhere
to a specification that requires a positive keying of the card.
Caution: Be careful not to insert the CompactFlash card in the wrong direction.
Make sure the connectors are facing inward (with the manufacturer’s label on the left
side) and the card is not inserted upside down. If it is forced in, the reader/writer or
CompactFlash card may be damaged or data on the card may be lost or corrupted.
3. Gently push the card in all the way until it locks in place.
The card slides in on the molded rails and you should feel a slight amount of
resistance as the connectors make contact.
Important: If excessive force is required or the card just doesn’t seem to fit, do not
force the card in the reader. Contact the Dazzle Technical Resource Center for
assistance.
Insert the CompactFlash
Card with connectors
facing in
MB
Digital FlashFilm
128
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Inserting a MultiMediaCard or Secure Digital Card
If you plan on writing to or deleting from a Secure Digital card, make sure the write protect
switch is not in the locked position (see the illustration below).
To insert a MultiMedia or Secure Digital Card, follow these steps:
1. Position the MultiMediaCard or Secure Digital card in the direction shown in the
illustration below.
2. Insert the card with the label on the left and the gold contacts facing inward (on the
right side).
Important: Notice the notched corner of the MultiMediaCard or Secure Digital card and
do not insert the MultiMediaCard/Secure Digital card in the wrong direction. To insert
properly, be sure that the card’s recessed notch is located in the upper corner.
You should see the media’s gold contacts on the right when inser ting it into the slot.
3. Gently push the card in all the way until it locks in place.
Caution: Insert the card gently. If it is forced in, the reader/writer or the actual card
may be damaged, or data on the card may be lost or corrupted. If excessive force is
required, or the card just doesn’t seem to fit, do not force the card in the reader.
Contact the Dazzle Technical Resource Center for assistance.
To utilize advanced features of Secure Digital cards as well as locking and encr yption
features, please refer to the documentation provided with your Secure Digital card or
host device.
Notch
MB
MultiMedia
64
Secure Digital Card
Write Protect Switch
Flip up to unlock
Flip down to lock
64MB
SD Card
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Inserting a Memory Stick Card
If you plan on writing to or deleting from your Memory Stick card, make sure the card is not
locked (see the illustration below).
To insert a Memory Stick Card, follow these steps:
1. Position the Memory Stick in the direction shown in the illustration below.
2. Insert the Memory Stick with the gold contacts first and facing to the right.
Important: Notice the rounded corner of the Memor y Stick card and be careful not to
insert the card in the wrong direction. To insert properly, be sure the card is positioned
with the rounded corner on the bottom. You should see the gold contacts on the right
side when inserting the media into the slot.
3. Gently push the Memory Stick in all the way until the card locks in place.
Caution: Insert the Memory Stick gently. If it is forced in, the reader/writer or the
Memory Stick may be damaged, or data on the card may be lost or corrupted. If
excessive force is required, or the card just doesn’t seem to fit, do not force the card
in the reader. Contact the Dazzle Technical Resource Center for assistance.
Note: The secure mode of Sony MagicGate is not supported.
MB
8
Note: The card’s
rounded corner must
be located at the bottom
when inserting.
Lock Tab
(located on
bottom of card)
TICK
S
EMORY
M
LOCK
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Accessing a Card on a PC
When the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer is installed on your system (as explained earlier
in this guide), you can access a card as follows:
1. Insert a card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer.
If you are running Windows XP and you inser t a digital media card, a dialog box may
appear that asks what you want to do with the files on the Removable Disk. You can
access the files by selecting from several options in the dialog box.
For all other supported versions of Windows (including XP) you can access a card by
following the steps below,
2. Double-click the My Computer icon on your desktop.
If you are running Windows XP and the My Computer icon is not displayed on your desk-
top, click the Start button in the lower left corner of your screen, and then choose My
Computer in the pop-up menu.
Double-click
My Computer
on desktop
For Windows XP, click the Start button
at the lower left corner of your screen,
and then choose My Computer in the pop-up menu
The My Computer window displays a Removable Disk icon with a newly assigned drive
letter that represents your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer.
Note: The screens below may vary slightly from those on your computer, but the pro-
cedure for accessing a card is the same.
Digital Media HS Reader/Writer
Removable Disk icon appears
in the My Computer window
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3. Double-click on the Removable Disk icon.
The files and/or folders on the card appear in the Removable Disk’s window. In the
example below, the Removable Disk’s window displays nine tiff files. You can now
copy, open, edit, or delete any of the files on the card. For instructions on copying files
from a card to your computer, see “Transferring Files on a PC” on page 25.
Digital cameras usually create one or more folders on a card, containing your digital
images. To access the images, open the folder(s), then double-click on the icon(s) representing the digital image(s) you want to view.
Note: If a card is not inserted when you double-click a Removable Disk icon, a
message appears that says: Device not ready or Please insert a disk. If you see this
message, insert a card and tr y accessing the media again.
The files and/or folders on the card appear
in the Removable DIsk window
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Transferring Files on a PC
You can use the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to transfer files between your computer
and a card using the basic Windows file transfer functions. For example, you can copy and
paste or drag and drop files from a card to your computer or from your computer to a card.
Although there are numerous approaches for copying or moving files, the instructions
below show you how to copy a file from a card and paste it into a folder on your computer.
This procedure will work on any of the supported operating systems. You can copy a file
from your computer to a card by reversing these instructions.
Note: The screens below may vary slightly from those on your computer, but the procedure
for copying a file is the same.
1. Insert a card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer, as explained earlier in this guide.
2. Open My Computer, then double-click the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer’s Remov-
able Disk icon to display the card’s contents, as described on page 23.
3. Click (select) the file you want to copy in the Removable Disk’s window, and then
choose Copy in the window’s Edit menu.
If the file you want to copy is located in a folder in the Removable Disk’s window,
double-click on that folder to display its contents, and then click on the desired file.
To select more than one file, hold down the <Control> key on your keyboard while you
click on the desired files.
Click on the desired file in the Removable Disk’s window
and choose Copy in the Edit menu
4. Open the desired folder on your computer and choose Paste in that folder’s Edit
menu.
The selected file is copied to the desired folder.
Open the desired folder on your computer
and choose Paste in the Edit menu
The file from the card is copied to the folder
on your computer
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Note: There are numerous approaches for transferring files between your computer
and a card. For complete details on transferring files, please refer to your Windows
Help file, or Help and Support in Windows XP.
You can find the Windows Help file and Help and Suppor t under the Start button
located in the lower left corner of your desktop. After you open Windows Help, click on
the Index tab to display its contents. Then scroll down to, and double-click on copying
files, folders. To access help information in Help and Support on Windows XP, simply
enter the desired function in the search box, for example, copy and paste or drag and
drop
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Formatting a Card on a PC
Sometimes it may be more convenient to format a card in the Digital Media HS Reader/
Writer rather than in your original digital device. In some cases, your device may not have
a format option, or you may be required or prompted to format a card. To format a digital
media card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer, follow the steps below.
Caution: Formatting a card completely erases any data on the card. If there are impor tant
images or files you want to safeguard for later use, save a backup copy on your hard drive,
CD-R drive, or other type of removable media before formatting a card.
Note: The screens below differ slightly for each of the supported operating systems, but
the procedure for formatting a card is the same.
1. Insert a card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer, as explained earlier in this guide.
2. Open My Computer, as shown on page 23, and right-click on the Removable Disk icon
A pop-up menu appears.
3. Select Format in the pop-up menu.
The Format window appears for your operating system.
Windows XP and 2000 Format Window
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Windows 98 SE and Me Format Window
4. Select a format type (Quick or Full) in the Format window.
The Windows XP and 2000 default format type is Full. The Windows 98 SE and Me
default format type is Quick. The Quick option works only on previously formatted
cards and erases any existing files. The Full option prepares a non-formatted card for
initial use, so you can store files on it. For more information on formatting options,
refer to your Windows Help documentation (for instructions on accessing Windows
Help, see the note at the top of page 26).
Note: Windows XP does not support the Quick option for Memor y Stick cards.
Important Note: If you are using a CompactFlash card with Windows XP, choose FAT
from the File System drop-down menu (see the screen below). This ensures the correct
format type for digital cameras and other digital devices.
For CompactFlash cards
on Windows XP, choose FAT from the
File System drop-down menu
You can change the default format type
from Full to Quick or Quick to Full
Click the Start button to format your card
Windows XP and 2000
Format Window
Windows 98 SE and Me
Format Window
5. Click Start in the Format window, as shown in the examples above.
A warning dialog box may inform you that formatting erases all your data.
6.
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7. .Click OK in the warning dialog box.
The formatting operation begins. When formatting is completed, a confirmation dialog
box appears.
8. Click OK in the confirmation dialog box.
Removing a Card on a PC
Before you remove a digital media card, be sure the read/write operations are complete.
Removing a card during read/write access causes lost or corrupted data. To remove a
card, grasp the end of the card with your thumb and index fingers, and remove it from the
slot.
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Mounting and Accessing a Card on a Macintosh
When the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer is installed on your system (as explained earlier
in this guide), you can access a card as follows:
1. Insert a card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer, as explained earlier in this guide.
A removable disk icon representing your card appears on the Mac desktop (see the
example below). This is the card’s mounted state, which allows you to perform read
and write operations on the card. After inserting a card, the time required for mounting
depends on the type and brand of card. Usually, a card mounts on the desktop within
a few seconds. You can access a mounted card just like a floppy or other type of
removable disk.
2. Double-click the card’s removable disk icon.
The files and/or folders on the card appear in the card’s file window. You can now copy,
open, edit, or delete any of the files on the card. For instructions on copying files from
a card to your Mac, see “Transferring Files on a Macintosh” on page 31.
Removable Disk icon
(the example shown represents
an IBM 340MB Microdrive)
Note: Files on a card can
be accessed by double-clicking
on the card’s icon
IMPORTANT: If you are running MacOS 9.x, be sure the Apple File Exchange control panel
is set to load in your system folder - you can do this using the Apple Extensions Manager
control panel.
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Transferring Files on a Macintosh
You can use the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to transfer files between your Mac and a
card using the Mac’s drag and drop function. For example, you can drag and drop files
from a card to your Mac or from your Mac to a card. The instructions below show you how
to copy a file from a card to a folder on your Mac. You can copy a file from your Mac to a
card by reversing these instructions.
Note: The screens below differ slightly for Mac OS X, but the procedure for copying a file
is the same
1. Double-click (open) the folder on your Mac where you want to copy files from a card.
2. Insert a card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to mount the card on the Mac
desktop, and then double-click its removable disk icon to display its contents, as
described on page 30.
3. Click (select) the desired file in the card’s file window, but do not release the mouse
button.
If the file you want to copy is located in a folder in the card’s file window, double-click
on the folder to display its contents, and then click on the desired file.
To select more than one file, hold down the <Shift> key on your keyboard while you
click on the desired files.
4. Continue to press the mouse button while you drag the selected file into the desired
folder on your Mac.
The selected file on the card appears in the folder on your Mac.
5. Release the mouse button.
The selected file on the card is copied into the desired folder on your Mac.
Note: To copy a file from a card to the desktop, press the <Option> key on your key-
board while you drag the selected file from the card’s file window to the desktop.
Select the desired file in the card’s file window
and drag it into the desired Mac Folder window
Mac Folder Window Card File Window
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Formatting a Card on a Macintosh
Sometimes it may be more convenient to format a card in the Digital Media HS Reader/
Writer rather than in your original digital device. In some cases, your device may not have
a format option, or you may be required or prompted to format a card.
Caution: Formatting a card completely erases any data stored on the card. If there are
important images or files you want to safeguard for later use, save a backup copy on your
hard drive, CD-R drive, or other type of removable media before formatting a card.
Formatting a Card Using Mac OS 9.x
To format a card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer using Mac OS 9.x, follow the steps
below.
Note: The screens below may vary slightly from those on your computer.
1. Mount the card you want to format and click once on its icon to select it.
2. Select Erase Disk in the Special menu.
Formatting a card completely erases any data on the card. A confirmation dialog box
asks whether you want to completely erase the card.
3. Click Erase to format the card or click Cancel to quit
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Formatting a Card Using Mac OS X
To format a digital media card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer using Mac OS X, follow the steps below.
1. Choose Applications from the Go menu.
The Applications window appears.
2. Double-click the Utilities icon.
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The Utilities window appears.
3. Double-click the Disk Utility icon.
The Mac OS X Disk Utility window appears. In this window, you can test, repair,
and/or erase a partition or disk.
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4. Insert your digital media card in the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer.
The card mounts on your Mac desktop and appears as a disk icon.
The card also registers in the Disk Utility, and its disk icon and disk volume icon appear
in the Disk Utility window’s left pane, as shown in the example below.
NOTE: If the volume icon does not appear, simply click the disk icon (see the illustra-
tion below). If you insert two digital media cards in your Digital Media HS Reader/
Writer, two disk icons and two volume icons appear.
Disk Icon
Volume Icon
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5. Select the disk icon in the Disk Utility window, then click the Erase tab.
The Erase instructions and related information appear in the Disk Utility window.
6. Click on the Volume Format box, then choose MS-DOS File System from the drop-
down menu.
Important: Do not specify a name in the Name field. The Disk Utility retains the exist-
ing volume name or provides a default volume name. Your digital device was probably
the last device to format the card and may have labeled the volume with a specific
name to ensure proper operation. In such a case, if you change the volume name, you
may have to re-format the card when you reinsert it in the original digital device.
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7. Click the Erase button in the Disk Utility window.
A warning dialog box informs you that erasing the disk destroys any data on the disk.
8. Click the Erase button in the warning dialog box to format the card, or click Cancel to
quit.
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Removing a Card on a Macintosh
Before you remove a digital media card, be sure the read/write operations are complete.
Removing a card during read/write access causes lost or corrupted data.
1. To remove a card, drag the card icon and drop it onto the trash icon.
Note: The icons below and their desktop locations differ slightly for Mac OS X and higher.
The card icon disappears from the desktop. A dialog box similar to the one below appears.
It is now safe to remove the card.
Note: The dialog box below does not appear in Mac 0S X and higher.
2. Click OK in the dialog box, then grasp the end of the card with your thumb and index
fingers, and remove it from the slot.
Caution: Do not remove a mounted card without first dragging the card icon to the trash.
Improper removal can corrupt the data stored on your card. If removed improperly, a warning message may state that there is a problem with the media and prompt you to check
the disk for data loss.
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Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions
If you experience difficulties with your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer, please check the
troubleshooting section below for possible solutions. If the problems persist, please go to
page 42
page 43 for information on Dazzle’s European Technical Resource Center.
During installation, my Digital Media HS Reader/Writer is connected to my computer’s
USB port, but does not find the required drivers.
PC
Before connecting the Digital Media HS Reader/Writer to your computer’s USB port, you
must install the reader/writer driver software for Windows 98 SE. The Windows 98 SE
driver software is provided on the Installation CD. Windows Me, XP, and 2000 do not
require any driver installation. For installation instructions, please refer to “Installing the
Software On a PC” on page 9 of this user’s guide.
When I insert a card in my Digital Media HS Reader/Writer, nothing happens.
PC
The Digital Media HS Reader/Writer is accessed as a removable disk, as described in
“Accessing a Card on a PC” on page 23 of this user’s guide. If you are running Windows
XP, and you inser t a digital media card, a dialog box asks what you want to do with the files
on the Removable Disk. You can select from several options. This is a default feature of
Windows XP.
for information on Dazzle’s Nor th American Technical Resource Center, or
When using Windows 98 SE, Me, or 2000 you must access a digital media card through
its Removable Disk icon. You do this by opening My Computer where a Removable Disk
icon appears that represents your Digital Media HS Reader/Writer. Double-click on the
Removable Disk icon to display the contents of the media inserted in your reader/writer.
This is where your digital images or data are located.
Digital cameras usually create one or more folders on a digital media card, which contains
your digital images. Depending on the digital camera you have, the folder names can vary.
Double-click on the respective folder name to access the digital images located in the
folder. You can display a preview by double-clicking on one of the image icons.
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Macintosh
After you insert a card on a Macintosh, a distinct icon appears on the Mac OS desktop.
This is the mounted state, which enables read and write operations for the media.
Depending on the media used, the mounting time can vary. Opening the media icon provides access to the images stored on the respective media card. Digital cameras usually
create one or more folders on a digital media card, which contains your digital images.
Depending on the digital camera you have, the folder names can vary. Double-click on the
respective folder name to access the digital images located in the folder. You can display
a preview by double-clicking on one of the image icons.
When I insert a digital media card and double-click the Removable Disk Icon, I cannot
access my data.
PC
If you are using a SmartMedia card, be sure to insert the card into the Digital Media HS
Reader/Writer with the gold contacts facing to the right and the notch at the bottom. For
more information on inser ting your SmartMedia card, please refer to “Inserting a
SmartMedia or xD Card” on page 19 of this user’s guide.
If you are using an xD card, be sure to inser t the card into the Digital Media HS Reader/
Writer with the gold contacts facing to the right and the notch at the bottom. For more
information on inser ting your xD card, please refer to “Inserting a Smar tMedia or xD Card”
on page 19 of this user’s guide
If you are using an xD card, be sure to inser t the card with the gold contacts facing to the
right and the manufacturer’s label on the left, For more information on inserting xD cards,
please refer to “Inserting a Smar tMedia or xD Card” on page 19 of this user’s guide.
If you are using a MultiMediaCard or a Secure Digital card, be sure to insert the card with
the gold contacts facing to the right and the manufacturer’s label on the left. For more
information on inser ting your MultiMediaCard or Secure Digital card, please refer to
“Inserting a MultiMediaCard or Secure Digital Card” on page 21“of this user’s guide.
If you are using a CompactFlash card or IBM Microdrive, be sure to insert the card with the
card manufacturer’s label facing to the left and the CompactFlash connectors facing
inward. For more information on inser ting a CompactFlash card or an IBM Microdrive,
please refer to “Inserting a CompactFlash Card” on page 20 of this user’s guide.
If you are using a Memory Stick card, be sure to insert the card with the gold contacts
facing to the right and the manufacturer’s label on the left, For more information on
inserting Memory Stick cards, please refer to “Inserting a Memor y Stick Card” on page 22
of this user’s guide.
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When I try to write to a Memory Stick card, an error message appears.
Make sure the Memory Stick lock tab is not in the lock position (see the illustration on
page 22). When this tab is in the lock position, the card is locked and therefore write-
protected. You cannot write to or delete from the card until you move the tab to the
unlocked position.
When I try to write to a SmartMedia card, an error message appears.
Make sure the card’s write protection sticker is not covering the write protect area (see
illustration on page 19). You cannot write to or delete from the card until you remove the
sticker.
When I try to write to a Secure Digital card an error message appears.
Make sure the write protect switch is not in the locked position (see the illustration on
page 21). You cannot write to or delete from the card until you move the write protect
switch to the unlocked position.
Is my Digital Reader/Writer compatible with Mac OS X?
All four Digital Media HS Reader/Writers are fully compatible with the latest releases of
Mac OS X (versions 10.0.4 and greater). If you are running a version of Mac OS X prior to
10.0.4, you must upgrade to the latest Mac OS release.
I connected my card reader/writer to my Macintosh running Mac OS 9.x. Each time I
insert a media card, I see the message: This disk is unreadable by this computer. Do you
want to initialize the disk? My only options are to initialize, or eject.
This error may appear if your File Exchange control panel is disabled in Mac OS 9.x.
Click eject so you do not format the media. To enable File Exchange, follow these steps:
1. Click on the Apple icon and select Control Panels from the Apple Menu.
2. Select Extensions Manager from the Control Panels drop-down menu.
3. Scroll to the top of the Extensions Manager window and be sure you’re looking at the
Control Panel section of Extensions Manager.
4. Click in the small square box at the left side of the File Exchange listing.
This places an X in the box and enables the Control Panel.
5. Restart your Macintosh by clicking the Restart button located at the bottom of the
Extensions Manager window.
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Technical Support
Dazzle’s North American Technical Resource Center
The Dazzle Digital Media HS Reader/Writer is easy to use and normally should not produce
complications. However, if you need assistance or have questions of any kind, our trained
staff members are ready to help. Visit www.Dazzle.com and use the Support menu item to
access Dazzle’s various support resources. We highly recommend that you use the Dazzle
Interactive Knowledgebase, as this is the fastest method of accessing support resources
for your Dazzle product. E-mail support is also available via our Interactive
Knowledgebase.
Dazzle's Technical Resource Center can be reached 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
If you are calling for the first time, or if you are within your 30 day free technical suppor t
window (includes the date of your first support call and the 29 days following), contact
Dazzle at (203) 315-4230.
If you have extended beyond your free 30 day technical support window, contact Dazzle at
(800) 570-9548 (charges apply). We highly recommend having your computer nearby when
calling to facilitate troubleshooting.
If you wish to contact Dazzle’s Technical Resource Center via fax, you may do so at
(203) 483-5985.
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Dazzle’s European Technical Resource Centers
The Dazzle Digital Media HS Reader/Writer is easy to use and normally should not produce
complications. However, if you need assistance or have questions of any kind, our trained
staff members are ready to help. We highly recommend that you first check the Dazzle
Europe website at www.Dazzle-Europe.com or the Dazzle German website at
www.Dazzle.de for updates and downloads for your Dazzle product. E-mail support is also
available via the Dazzle Europe and German websites.
If you have checked the Dazzle website for updates and downloads and if you have been
unable to resolve your difficulties or answer your questions via E-mail, please contact the
local technical resource center using the phone numbers provided below.
Germany:
0190 89 5021 (€1, 86/Min)
Austria:
0900 97 1124 (€1, 88/Min)
Switzerland:
0900 57 6003 (SFR 3, 13/Min)
France:
0 825 023 308
(0,118 € /Min)
TTC/MN
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United Kingdom:
09062 160 180 (25p/Min)
Italy:
If you have checked the Dazzle website for updates and downloads and if you have been
unable to resolve your difficulties or answer your questions via E-mail, please contact local
support using the phone numbers listed on our website at www.Dazzle-Europe.com. Click
the Support link and select Contact from the provided menu.
Spain:
+34 90 112 0247
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SCM Microsystems, Inc. One Year Limited Warranty
Coverage
SCM warrants this hardware product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the warranty period. This non-transferable, limited warranty is only to you, the first
end-user purchaser. The warranty begins on the date of purchase and lasts for one (1)
year, unless otherwise stated on the product packaging.
Excluded Products and Problems
This warranty does not apply to: (a) SCM Software Products; (b) expendable components
such as fuses and bulbs; (c) third party products, hardware or software, supplied with the
warranted product. SCM makes no warranty of any kind of such products, which, if
included, are provided “AS IS.” Excluded is damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse,
unusually heavy use, use of non-SCM supplied or approved accessories.
Remedies
Your sole and exclusive remedy for a covered defect is repair or replacement of the defective product, at SCM’s sole option and expenses, and SCM may use new or refurbished
parts or products to do so. If SCM is unable to repair or replace a defective product, your
alternate exclusive remedy shall be refund of the original purchase price.
The above is SCM’s entire obligation to you under this warranty. IN NO EVENT SHALL SCM
BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OR
LOSSES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, USE, OR PROFITS EVEN IF SCM HAS BEEN ADVISED
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. In no event shall SCM’s liability exceed the original purchase price of the product. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
Obtaining Warranty Service
You must notify SCM within the warranty period to receive warranty ser vice. You must
retain proof of purchase in the form of a dated sales receipt or dated purchase order to
confirm your product is still under warranty. Proof that the product is still under warranty is
your sole responsibility. SCM does not accept responsibility for tracking your purchase
date. For information on warranty service, visit our website at www.dazzle.com;
www.microtechint.com
vice at 20 Carter Drive, Guilford, CT, 06437,USA; or contact your SCM Dealer. SCM’s specific customer support policies (including fees for ser vice) and procedures change as
technology and market conditions dictate. SCM reserves the right to change the above
stated conditions without any advance notice.
; www.scmmicro.com; call 1-203-315-4200; write to Customer Ser-
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If the SCM representative determines your product is eligible for warranty ser vice, you will
be required to return it to SCM packaged sufficiently to avoid damage, shipping prepaid,
along with proper identification, a return authorization number provided by the representative, and proof of purchase. Customers located in Latin America may obtain warranty service by returning the SCM product to the dealer where it was purchased.
SCM will not protect, recover, or return data during warranty service so you should duplicate your data before shipment.
Limitations
THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED. To the extent permitted by applicable law, SCM SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY FOR MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Any implied warranty required by applicable law
shall be limited in duration to the express warranty term. Some jurisdictions do not allow
disclaimers of implied warranties or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may also have other rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Any suit for breach
of any warranty on your Product must be filed within one (1) year of the first date the suit
could have been brought.
SCM Microsystems, Inc., Retail Brands Group, 20 Car ter Drive, Guilford, CT 06437
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