Sony HDPS-L1 User Manual

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Quick Guide ..................

to the Screens

Operating Instructions

Thank you for purchasing the HDD Photo Storage HDPS-L1. This document explains how to prepare your unit for use. Before operating the unit, please read this document thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

HDD Photo Storage

Preparations .................

Copying Images to........

the Unit

Viewing Images ............

Managing Images .........

Setting Up the Unit .......

Connecting to ...............

a Computer

Additional Information...

HDPS-L1

C 2006 Sony Corporation

Owner’s Record

The model and serial number are located on the rear panel of the drive unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. HDPS-L1 Serial No.

WARNING

Keep this unit away from children. If any part of the unit is swallowed, promptly see a doctor. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

PRECAUTIONS

The nameplate is located on the rear panel of the unit.

NOTE

If you have any questions about this product, you may call the telephone number listed in “Technical Support”. The telephone number below is not for customer service but only for official purpose.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDPS-L1 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics

Inc.

Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,

San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Disclaimer

Sony corporation assumes no responsibility for the loss of information stored on the hard disk of this unit, or information transferred to a memory card with your computer. It is highly recommended to regularly back up the contents of the hard disk. Sony Corporation does not accept any liability for damage caused by data loss.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Copyright law prohibits unauthorized use of any recorded audio/video for any other purpose than personal enjoyment. Please be warned that the “Memory Stick” containing images and data protected by copyright shall be strictly used within copyright law.

Precautions

Usage and storage

• Only use the specified power cord.

• Never short-circuit any of the

connectors with a metallic object such as a keyholder.

• Do not leave the unit in locations where

the temperature may rise above 60°C (140°F), such as in direct sunlight.

• Protect the unit from water and

moisture.

• Use the unit on a flat level surface.

• Do not install this equipment in a

confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit.

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not

place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

• Turn off the unit before carrying it.

• Do not touch the memory card while

copying.

Overheating

If the unit has become hotter than normal during operation, turn off the unit, disconnect the power cord, and then contact a service center.

Condensation

If the unit is brought from a cold to a warm location, or if the ambient temperature suddenly rises, moisture may form on the outer surface and on the interior of the unit. Do not use the unit in such a condition, as damage may occur. If condensation has occurred, leave the unit for about an hour before turning it on.

Hard disk

The hard disk has a high storage density, and holds vast amount of images. However, it can easily be damaged by shock, vibration or dust, and should be kept away from magnets. To avoid losing

important data, observe the following precautions.

• Do not apply a strong shock to the unit.

• Do not place the unit in a location

subject to mechanical vibrations or in an unstable location.

• Do not place the unit on top of a hot

surface, such as a VCR or amplifier (receiver).

• Do not use the unit in a place subject to

extreme changes in temperature (temperature gradient less than 10°C/ hour).

• Do not move the unit with its power

cord connected.

• Do not disconnect the power cord while

the power is on.

• Do not move the unit for one minute

after you have unplugged the power cord.

• Do not attempt to replace or upgrade the

hard disk by yourself, as this may result in malfunction.

If the hard disk drive should malfunction, you cannot recover lost data. The hard disk drive is only a temporary storage space. It is highly recommended to regularly back up the contents of the hard disk. Sony Corporation does not accept any liability for damage caused by data loss.

Table of Contents

WARNING ........................................................................................................... 2

Precautions ........................................................................................................... 4

Ways to Enjoy Your HDD Photo Storage ............................................................ 8

Quick Guide to the Screens ................................................................ 10

Preparations

Unpacking ........................................................................................................... 12

Preparing the remote control ............................................................................ 13

Connecting to a TV ............................................................................................ 15

Turning on the Unit ............................................................................................ 17

Setting the Date and Time .................................................................................. 18

Copying Images to the Unit

Inserting and Removing a Memory Card ........................................................... 20

Inserting a “Memory Stick” or SD Memory Card (SD)/

MultiMediaCard (MMC)/xD-Picture Card (xD) ............................................. 20

Inserting a CompactFlash (CF)/Microdrive ..................................................... 21

Copying Images from Memory Card ................................................................. 22

Viewing Images

Selecting Images by Date ................................................................................... 24

Specifying a shooting date to display in the Calendar screen .......................... 26

Selecting Images by Folder ................................................................................ 28

Selecting the folder by setting the date ............................................................ 30

Zooming Images ................................................................................................. 32

Rotating Images .................................................................................................. 33

Playing a Slide Show .......................................................................................... 35

Selecting multiple images or folders ................................................................ 36

Managing Images

Registering Images to a Group ........................................................................... 37

Viewing images registered in a group .............................................................. 40

Setting a group number to select the group ...................................................... 41

Deleting Images or Folders ................................................................................. 43

Displaying Image or Folder Information ............................................................ 44

Sorting Images by Shooting Date ....................................................................... 45

Duplicating a Folder ........................................................................................... 46

Exporting Images or a Folder to a Memory Card ............................................... 47

Setting Up the Unit

How to Set Up the Unit ...................................................................................... 49

Setting List .......................................................................................................... 50

Connecting to a Computer

Preparing the Unit and Computer ....................................................................... 52

Copying Data to a Computer .............................................................................. 53

Using with Windows ........................................................................................ 53

Using with Macintosh ...................................................................................... 55

Data Storage Locations ....................................................................................... 56

Additional Information

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 58

Supported Memory Card Types ......................................................................... 61

Cleaning the Cabinet .......................................................................................... 62

Specifications ...................................................................................................... 63

Identifying Parts ................................................................................................. 64

Technical Support ............................................................................................... 66

Index ................................................................................................................... 67

Ways to Enjoy Your HDD Photo Storage

Copy your images with a single press of a button

Several kinds of memory cards, such as "Memory Stick" or CF cards, are available. For more information, see "Supported Memory Card Types" (page 61).

☛"Copying Images to the Unit" (page 20)

Enjoying advanced features

Create your favorite image groups

You can group images by theme, event, etc. Even when removing images from a group, original images are not deleted.

☛"Registering Images to

a Group" (page 37)

GroupA GroupB GroupC

Export images

You can export images stored in the unit to a memory card to carry with your mobile phone or video game, or share with friends.

☛"Exporting Images or a Folder to

a Memory Card" (page 47)

View images on your TV

If you have a TV (with component connection), high quality images can be displayed. You can also enjoy images as a slide show.

☛"Viewing Images" (page 24) ☛"Playing a Slide Show" (page 35)

Connect to your computer

You can copy images to the computer for backup, printing, etc. You can also copy images on your computer to the unit to view on your TV.

☛"Connecting to a Computer" (page 52)

Quick Guide to the Screens

Basic steps for using the screen

Select an image or item using the buttons.

Screen types

Home

Thumbnail 1/2

Calendar

Folder

Group

Settings

To return to the previous screen, press .

Folder 1/2

20051012.001

20051224.001

20051224.002

20051224.003

20060214.001

20060214.002

Home

Calendar

Folder

Group

Settings

Home

Appears when power is turned on

2005.10

121212

Calendar

Shows a monthly calendar

Folder 1/2

20051012.001

20051224.001

20051224.002

20051224.003

20060214.001

20060214.002

Folder

Shows folders containing copied images

Press to confirm.

Home

Calendar

Folder

Group

Settings

2005.10

121212

When selecting [Calendar]

To use various features, press . To return to the Home menu, press .

The currently available menu items pop up.

Thumbnail 1/2 Thumbnail 1/2

Select

Group Add/Edit

Export

Slide Show

Delete

Information

HOME

To close the menu list, press again.

Home

Calendar

Folder

Group

Settings

Quick Guide to the Screens

Thumbnail 1/2

Thumbnail

Shows the reduced images as a list

Full screen

Shows an image in full size of the screen

Group

001

002

003

004

005

006

Group

Shows the registered groups list

Select

Group Add/Edit

Export

Duplicate

Date Sort

Slide Show

Delete

Information

Find Date

HOME

Shows the menu list

Preparations

Unpacking

Check that you have the following items. Should anything be missing, contact your dealer or service center in your area.

• HDD photo storage unit (1) • Remote control

• Audio/video cable (1) • Component video cable (1)

• Power cord (1) • USB cable (1)

(with CR2025 lithium battery) (1)

• Operating Instructions (this document) (1)

• Warranty card (1)

Preparing the remote control

Pull out the insulating sheet, as illustrated.

When using the remote control, point it at the remote sensor on the unit.

To replace the battery

If remote control performance deteriorates, replace the battery with a new one. Use the CR2025 lithium battery for the remote control.

1 Open the cover and remove the battery.

2 Insert a new CR2025 lithium battery.

When inserting a battery, make sure e of the battery is facing up.

Insulating sheet

Pull out

Preparations

3 Close the cover.

Notes

• Caution: There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

• Caution: To preserve our environment, dispose of used battery according to your local laws

or regulations.

• Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the

battery.

• Improper handling of battery may result in battery leakage or corrosion. Observe the

following:

– Do not attempt to charge the battery.

– If you do not intend to use the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the battery

to avoid possible damage from leakage and corrosion.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from the sun or any lighting apparatus.

Doing so may cause a malfunction.

Connecting to a TV

You can view stored images on a TV. If you have a TV with a component connection, you can enjoy clearer images by using the supplied component video cable.

1 Connect the unit to a TV using the supplied cable as illustrated.

TV (without component connection) TV (with component connection)

Rear of the unit

Ye l l o w White Red

Audio/video cable (supplied)

Rear of the unit

Audio/video cable (supplied)

Pr/Cr

b/Cb

White Red

Componen video cable (supplied)

Preparations

R L VIDEO

AUDI O

R L VIDEO

AUDI O

YPb/CbPr/C

2 Connect the power cord.

Connect the power cord to the AC IN connector of the unit, then connect the other end to a wall outlet.

AC IN

100-240V

Power cord (supplied)

Note

Only use the supplied power cord; other power cords are not guaranteed.

To wall outlet

To connect to an external audio device

If the unit is connected to an external audio device, you can listen to music through the audio device during a slide show. Connect the audio cable (not supplied) to the Audio IN of the unit, then connect the other end to the LINE OUT of your audio device. See also the instruction manual supplied with the device.

To LINE OUT

Red White

Audio cable (not supplied)

of your audio device

Turning on the Unit

1 Switch the input selector of the TV.

2 Press the "/1 (power) switch of the unit or remote control.

The "/1 (power) switch of the unit lights up in green when the unit is turned on. When the unit turns on for the first time, the date and time setting display will appear. To set the date and time, see step 3 (page 18) of “Setting the Date and Time”.

COPY

To turn off the unit

Press the "/1 (power) switch of the unit or remote control.

If the menu on the screen does not work

See “To turn off the power by force” (page 59) of “Troubleshooting”.

Preparations

Setting the Date and Time

1 Select [Settings] in the Home menu using the M/m buttons, then

press .

The setting menu appears.

Settings

Information

Slide Show

Video Out

Date and Time

2 Select [Date and Time] using the M/m buttons, then press .

The Date and Time setting screen appears.

Date and Time

2005.12.24 14:20

Date and Time

Date FormatY / M / D

3 Select [Date and Time] using the M/m buttons, then press .

The setting screen to set [Year], [Month], [Day], [Hour], or [Minute] appears.

Date and Time

Y M DY M D

2005 12 24 14 20

// :

4 Select [Year], [Month], [Day], [Hour], or [Minute] using the

</,/M/m buttons, then press .

The / appears below the selected item.

Date and Time

Y M DY M D

2005 12

// :

24 14 20

5 Set [Year], [Month], [Day], [Hour], or [Minute] with / using

the </, and press buttons.

6 Press M.

The Selected item is fixed. To move to the next or previous item, press </,.

7 Select [OK] using the M/m buttons, then press .

The top menu of date and time settings appears.

8 Select [OK] using the M/m buttons, then press .

After setting is completed, the setting menu appears.

To return to the previous screen

Press BACK. When the HOME button is pressed, the Home menu appears.

Preparations

Copying Images to the Unit

Inserting and Removing a Memory Card

Inserting a “Memory Stick” or SD Memory Card (SD)/MultiMediaCard (MMC)/xD-Picture Card (xD)

Open the front cover and insert the “Memory Stick” or SD/MMC/ xD as illustrated, until it clicks into place.

When using a “Memory Stick Micro” (“M2”) or miniSD with the unit, you need to use the memory card with the M2 adaptor or SD adaptor respectively (not supplied).

SD/MMC/

ConpactFlash/Microdrive

SD Memory Card

COPY

Open the front cover.

“Memory Stick”

MultiMediaCard

With the labeled side up, insert the “Memory Stick”

“Memory Stick Duo”

xD-Picture Card

or SD/MMC/xD in the v direction until it clicks.

The “Memory Stick” or SD/MMC/xD access lamp lights up when “Memory Stick” or SD/MMC/xD is detected.

Note

The unit has a slot that can take both standard size and Duo size. All the products with such a slot as this are equipped with a system which automatically measures the size of an inserted memory card. That’s why both standard-size “Memory Stick” and smaller “Memory Stick Duo” can be used on the unit without any Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.

To remove a “Memory Stick” or SD/MMC/xD

Push the “Memory Stick” or SD/MMC/xD all the way in, briefly release it, and pull it out.

When you push the “Memory Stick” or SD/MMC/xD all the way in, it will pop out slightly.

Push in Release briefly and pull out

SD/MMC/

Inserting a CompactFlash (CF)/Microdrive

Open the front cover and insert the CF/Microdrive all the way into the slot, as illustrated.

SD/MMC/

ConpactFlash/Micr

odrive

COPY

Open the front

With the labeled side up, insert the CF/Microdrive in the v

CompactFlash

cover.

direction all the way into the slot.

Microdrive

The CF/Microdrive access lamp lights up when the CF/Microdrive is detected.

To remove a CF/Microdrive

Push the eject button all the way in, release it, and then pull the CF/Microdrive out.

When you push the eject button in, the CF/Microdrive will pop out slightly.

Push the eject button

ConpactFlash/Micr

odrive

COPY

CF/Microdrive pops out

ConpactFlash/Micr

odrive

COPY

Copying Images to the Unit

Notes

• When multiple memory cards are inserted, the left side memory card has priority to be

recognized.

• Do not insert more than one memory card in each slot, as damage may occur.

• Before use, check that the memory card is inserted correctly.

• Do not remove the memory card while copying, as damage to data may occur.

• Do not close the slot cover when the eject button is out.

• If you attempt to insert “Memory Stick Micro” or miniSD without an M2 or SD adaptor

respectively, there is a possibility that it cannot be pulled out.

• Memory cards should be kept away from small children to prevent them from accidentally

swallowing it.

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