Olympus MAUSB-300 User Manual
USB Read/Write Memory Adapter
MAUSB-300
REFERENCE MANUAL
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing our product.
The MAUSB-300 USB Read/Write Memory Adapter (hereinafter referred to as “the adapter”) is designed
exclusively for reading and writing data to an xD-Picture Card™ (hereinafter referred to as “card”). You can
transfer large amounts of data to and from the card quickly and easily using a computer equipped with a USB port.
Before using the adapter, read this manual and the separate “Start Guide” carefully.
This manual assumes that the user is familiar with computer operation and operating systems. For information about
computers, optional devices, operating software, and so on, refer to the manuals supplied with the respective products.
Main features
● Compatible with xD-Picture Card.
You can transfer images taken by a digital camera compatible with xD-Picture Card to your computer.
● Supports USB 2.0 interface, USB Mass Storage Class.
The adapter supports the high-speed USB 2.0 interface, which allows even faster data transfer than USB 1.1.*
All you have to do is connect the adapter to your computer. The inserted xD-Picture Card will be recognized as a
Removable Disk by the computer. There’s no need to install the device driver on the computer.*
You can view images quickly on the computer, transfer image data to the computer, or write data from the
computer to the inserted card.
● Supports Hot Plug providing USB Bus Power for USB connection.
You can connect/disconnect the adapter without turning off the computer. Since power is supplied by the
connecting computer via a USB interface, a separate power supply (such as an AC adapter) is not required.
● Compact, lightweight stick-type device.
● Compatible with both Windows and Macintosh OS.
1 A computer supporting USB 2.0 is required. Only USB 1.1 is available for computers that do not support USB 2.0.
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2 Users running Windows 98/98SE need to install a device driver which is downloadable from the OLYMPUS web site.
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For customers in North and South America
For customers in the USA
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : MAUSB-300
Trade Name : OLYMPUS
Responsible Party :
Address : 2 Corporate Center Drive, P.O. Box 9058, Melville, New York 11747-9058 U.S.A.
Telephone Number : 631-844-5000
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
For customers in Europe
“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety, health,
environment and customer protection.
This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate collection of waste electrical
and electronic equipment in the EU countries.
Please do not throw the equipment into the domestic refuse.
Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of this product.
Trademarks
● Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
● Apple, Mac, Macintosh, Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
● xD-Picture Card and other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks
of their respective owners in Japan and/or other countries.
2004-2005 All rights reserved.
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Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 2
Contents ......................................................................................................................................... 3
What’s included .............................................................................................................................. 4
Names of parts ............................................................................................................................... 4
Before getting started .................................................................................................................... 5
Windows 98/98SE
How to install 1. Turn on the computer.................................................................................7
2. Download and install the device driver ....................................................... 7
Operating the adapter 1. Inserting a card ..........................................................................................8
2. Connecting to the computer .......................................................................9
3. Removing a card ..................................................................................... 11
4. Disconnecting the adapter ....................................................................... 11
5. Copying files from/to a card ..................................................................... 12
6. About card formatting...............................................................................12
Windows Me/2000/XP
How to install 1. Turn on the computer...............................................................................13
Operating the adapter 1. Inserting a card ........................................................................................13
2. Connecting to the computer .....................................................................14
3. Removing a card .....................................................................................16
4. Disconnecting the adapter .......................................................................17
5. Copying files from/to a card ..................................................................... 18
6. About card formatting...............................................................................18
Mac OS 9
How to install 1. Turn on the computer...............................................................................19
Operating the adapter 1. Inserting a card ........................................................................................19
2. Connecting to the computer .....................................................................20
3. Removing a card .....................................................................................21
4. Disconnecting the adapter .......................................................................21
5. Copying files from/to a card ..................................................................... 22
6. About card formatting...............................................................................22
Mac OS X
How to install 1. Turn on the computer...............................................................................23
Operating the adapter 1. Inserting a card ........................................................................................23
2. Connecting to the computer .....................................................................24
3. Removing a card .....................................................................................25
4. Disconnecting the adapter .......................................................................25
5. Copying files from/to a card ..................................................................... 26
6. About card formatting...............................................................................26
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 27
Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 29
Glossary ....................................................................................................................................... 30
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What’s included
Make sure all the following items are included.
If any items are missing, inform the shop from where you purchased the adapter right away.
Start Guide
MAUSB-300
(Adapter and Cap)
Cap
Names of parts
USB connector
Card slot
Status lamp
Adapter
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Before getting started
System requirements
Your computer must conform to the following minimum standards in order to use it with the adapter.
● Compatible operating systems
Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000 Professional (hereinafter referred to as Windows 2000)/XP
Mac OS 9.0 - 9.2.2/X (v10.1.2 or later)*
● Any computer equipped with a USB interface as standard (USB Ver. 2.0 or Ver. 1.1 compliant)
Some restrictions apply to use with Mac OS X. For details, visit the Olympus web site (http://www.olympus.com/).
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Supported cards
xD-Picture Card
16MB/32MB/64MB/128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB (3.3 V)
Precautions
● Before using the adapter, make sure there is adequate space around the computer’s USB port so that the
adapter can be connected properly. Plugging in the adapter forcibly may damage the adapter and/or USB port.
● In some cases, depending on your computer system’s operating environment (i.e. hardware, software, and
device drivers), the adapter may not work properly.
● The adapter may not function properly when connected to a PC via a USB port on a USB hub, keyboard or
display. In this case, connect the adapter directly to the computer’s USB port.
● Versions of Windows 98/Me upgraded from Windows 3.1/95, or Windows 2000 upgraded from Windows 95/NT
4.0/NT 3.51 may not work properly. In this case, you may need to reinstall your OS.
● Do not pull the card out of the card slot, or unplug the adapter while the status lamp is blinking. Doing
so may destroy data on the card or damage the card.
● You must format the card on a digital camera regularly. If the card inserted into the adapter has been formatted
with the connected computer, it may not be recognized by a digital camera. For details on formatting with a
camera, refer to the camera’s instruction manual.
If your camera does not recognize a card formatted on another device, re-format the card with your camera.
(Cards formatted with non-DOS formatting systems are not recognized by the adapter.)
● The adapter does not support computer power-saving functions. Turn off the power-saving function before you
use the adapter with your computer.
● It is not possible to connect two or more MAUSB-300 adapters to a single PC at the same time.
● Do not swing the strap while attaching it to the adapter. Avoid banging the adapter against hard objects.
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Getting started
The installation procedure varies depending on the operating system you are using on your computer. Follow the
correct procedure for your operating system.
Windows Macintosh
Check OS.
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Windows
98/98SE
p. 7
Turn on computer. Turn on computer.
Download device
driver .
Install device
driver.
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*2
Check OS.
*1
Windows
Me/2000/XP
p. 13
Check OS.
Mac
OS 9
p. 19
Check OS.
Mac
OS X
p. 23
Restart computer.
*2
Connect to computer. Connect to computer.
Get started!
*1 : Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows NT are not compatible.
*2 : You only need to perform this procedure before using the adapter for the first time.
*3 : Refer to “Operating the adapter” in each OS chapter for more details.
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Windows 98/98SE
How to install
When you install the adapter, also refer to your computer’s user manual and the manuals for any optional
devices you are using.
1 Turn on the computer <98/98SE
Turn on the computer’s power (and connected devices, such as a monitor) to start Windows 98/98SE.
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When using the adapter for the first time, you must first download and install the device driver from the
OLYMPUS web site.
Before installation, make sure that the computer is turned on, then follow the steps below to install the device
driver on the computer.
● Note that the windows shown below may look different on your computer, depending on how your operating
system is configured.
1. Open the web site, then follow the instruction to
download the device driver.
MAUSB-300 Device Driver Web Site :
http://www.olympus.com/
Download and install the device driver <98/98SE
Notes
DO NOT connect the adapter until
installation of the device driver is
completed.
Install>
Install>
2. When you double-click the file you downloaded,
the installation setup window appears first.
When the [InstallShield Wizard] window at right
appears, you can begin
installation.
Click the [Next] button.
● If you want to cancel the installation, click [Cancel].
3. During installation, the window at right appears.
● The installation time may vary, depending on the
computer you are using.
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<98/98SEInstall>
4. When the device driver installation is complete,
the window at right appears. Select [Yes,I want to
restart my computer now.] if you are ready, then
click [OK].
● The computer restarts.
The device driver is now installed.
Once the device driver has been installed, the adapter will be recognized automatically whenever it is plugged
into the computer.
If the [Add New Hardware Wizard] window appears before installing the device driver
If you connect the adapter to the computer before
installing the device driver, the [Add New Hardware
Wizard] window appears. In this case, follow the
steps below.
1. Disconnect the adapter from the computer
( p. 11).
2. Click the [Cancel] button.
3. Follow the instructions in “2 Download and
install the device driver” ( p. 7).
Operating the adapter
The operating procedures for the adapter under Windows 98/98SE are described below.
1 Inserting a card <98/98SE
Insert a card into the adapter.
Make sure the card is level and that the gold-colored contact area is facing down. Insert the card all the way
into the card slot.
Status lamp
Notes
• Make sure that the card is facing the right
way.
Card slot
Adapter
• DO NOT insert the card at an angle.
Forcing a card in diagonally may damage
the adapter and/or the card.
Operation>
xD-Picture Card
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2 Connecting to the computer <98/98SE
Connect the adapter’s connector to the USB port on the computer. (You can plug in the USB connector while
the computer is in use.)
Operation>
Notes
● Be sure to connect the adapter to the computer AFTER installing the device driver.
● Make sure the connector is fully inserted.
● When inserting the connector, make sure it is oriented correctly (refer to the pictures below). Inserting the
connector incorrectly may damage the connector and/or the computer’s USB port.
● Before connecting the adapter, make sure there is adequate space around the computer’s USB port so that
the adapter can be connected properly. Plugging in the adapter forcibly may damage the adapter and/or
USB port.
● DO NOT apply force to the computer’s USB port or the adapter when removing/inserting a card from/into the
adapter if it is directly connected to the computer’s USB port.
USB port (Type A)
The computer’s
USB port has a
mark over it.
Status lamp
Lights : When the adapter is connected to the computer and is ready to use.
Blinks : When reading/writing to a card.
Goes out : When there is no card in the adapter, or when right-clicking the [Removable Disk] icon and selecting [Eject]
● NEVER pull the card out of the card slot or unplug the adapter from the computer while the status lamp is
blinking. Doing so may destroy the data stored on the card.
● The status lamp does not light if the card is not recognized correctly. When this happens, pull the card out of the
adapter, then wipe the contact area with a dry cloth, and insert the card again. If the problem persists, the card may
be damaged.
from the pop-up menu.
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<98/98SEOperation>
When you insert the card into the adapter and connect the adapter to the computer, it is recognized as a
[Removable Disk] and the status lamp lights up. (If the adapter is connected to the computer with no card in it,
the status lamp does not light, but the adapter is recognized as a [Removable Disk].)
Make sure that a [Removable Disk] has been added to [My Computer].
Notes
The drive letter assigned to the adapter by your computer may differ depending on how your operating system is
configured. Be sure to check the assigned drive letter after you make the connection.
Before connecting
After connecting
Adapter
In this example, the Removable Disk is recognized as the M
drive. The drive letter (e.g. [M:], [N:], etc.) used by your
computer may differ depending on your computer and/or
connected optional devices.
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