Sony MRW62E-S1 User Manual

IT

3-218-810-11 (3)

Multi-Card
Reader/Writer

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this document

thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

JP

FR

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IT

CS

MRW62E-S1

© 2007 Sony Corporation

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on
the bottom of the reader/writer. Record the
serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call
upon your Sony representative regarding this
product.

Model No. MRW62E-S1

Serial No.

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

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 purposes.

Safety regulations

WARNING

Keep the 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.

Caution

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
gurantee 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.

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Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: MRW62E-S1
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.

NOTICE TO USERS

Drive Letter Recognition Software ©2006
Sony Corporation.
Documentation ©2006 Sony Corporation.
All rights reserved. This manual or Drive
Letter Recognition Software described
herein, in whole or in part, may not be
reproduced, translated to any machine­readable form without prior written approval
from Sony Corporation.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY
CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER
BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR
OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL,
THE DEVICE DRIVERS OR OTHER
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN
OR THE USE THEREOF.

Sony Corporation reserves the right to make
any modification to this manual or the
information contained herein at any time
without notice.

SONY CORPORATION IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO
OR LOSS OF ANY PROGRAMS, DATA,
OR OTHER INFORMATION STORED
ON ANY MEDIA.

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.

Trademarks

• , “Memory Stick,” “Memory Stick
Duo,” “MagicGate Memory Stick,”
“Memory Stick PRO,” “Memory Stick
PRO Duo,” “Memory Stick Micro,” and
“M2” are registered trademarks or
trademarks of Sony.

• Microsoft
logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States of America and/or other
countries.

•Macintosh
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United
States of America and/or other countries.

• Other system names, product names, and
company names appearing in this manual
are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective holders, even though not
indicated by the ® or ™ marks.

®

, Windows®, and the Windows

®

and Mac OS® are registered

Table of contents

Safety regulations .............................. 2

Overview ........................................... 4

Package Contents ............................... 4

System Requirements ........................ 4

Supported Media ............................... 5

Parts and Functions ............................ 6

Connecting the Reader/Writer to a

Computer ........................................... 7

Using the Reader/Writer .................... 9

Inserting a Memory Card ............... 9

Reading and Writing Data on a

Memory Card ............................... 10

Removing a Memory Card ........... 11

Reading the Access Indicator ....... 12

Disconnecting the Reader/Writer

From the Computer .......................... 13

Installing the Drive Letter Recognition

Software (Windows Only) ............... 14

About Memory Stick ....................... 15

Usage Notes ..................................... 16

Troubleshooting ............................... 18

Specifications .................................. 19

Technical Support ............................ 19

End User License Agreement .......... 20

Before you use the reader/writer
for the first time, you are
encouraged to install the Drive
Letter Recognition Software on
your computer.

Before connecting the reader/writer, see
page 14 for details about the Drive Letter
Recognition Software installation
procedure. Also see the end user license
agreement on page 20.

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Overview

System

The MRW62E-S1 (hereafter referred to as
the “reader/writer”) has the following
features:

• Quick and simple data transfer – easily

transfer images from camera to PC

• Compatible with “Memory Stick,”

“Memory Stick PRO,” “Memory Stick
Duo,” CompactFlash, Microdrive,
xD-Picture Card, SmartMedia,
MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card

• Supports 17 different types of memory

cards

• Drive Letter Recognition Software

included

• Quick to Connect – Hot-pluggable

USB-powered design

Package Contents

When you unpack the box, make sure that it
contains all the accessories listed below.
If anything is missing or damaged, contact
your retailer.

• MRW62E-S1 Multi-Card Reader/Writer

Requirements

The reader/writer requires the following
minimum system configuration:

• OS
– Windows Vista
– Windows® XP Home or Professional
– Windows

Pack 4 or later)

– Windows
– Mac OS X 10.1.2 or later

This product works with the standard
drivers in Windows.
Install the Drive Letter Recognition
Software from the CD-ROM to use the
special drive letters for this product.

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2000 Professional (Service

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• USB cable

• CD-ROM
– Drive Letter Recognition Software
– Operating Instructions (PDF file)
– Adobe Reader

• Read Me First

• Warranty Card

4

Supported Media

The reader/writer supports the following
media:

“Memory Stick” media

• “Memory Stick” (without MagicGate)

• “MagicGate Memory Stick”

*1*2

• “Memory Stick” (with MagicGate)

• “Memory Stick Duo” (without MagicGate)

*1

• “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo”

• “Memory Stick Duo” (with MagicGate)

*1*2*3

• “Memory Stick PRO”

• “Memory Stick PRO Duo”

• “Memory Stick Micro” (“M2”)

*1

“MagicGate” is the general name of a
copyright protection technology developed
by Sony.

*2

Recording or playback of MagicGate data
that uses MagicGate technology is not
supported.

*3

Parallel data transfer (high-speed data
transfer) is supported. It, however, varies
depending on each medium how long it takes
to read/write data.

*4

“M2” is an abbreviation of “Memory Stick
Micro.” In this document, hereinafter, the
abbreviation “M2,” is used.

*5

With adaptor (not supplied) only.

SD memory cards

• SD/SDHC Memory Card

• mini SDTM card

*6

Recording or playback of data that uses SD
technology is not supported.

*7

With adaptor (not supplied) only.

Other memory cards

• MultiMediaCard

• RS-MMC

• CompactFlash

• Microdrive®

• SmartMedia

• xD-Picture Card

*8

MMCplus and MMCmobile are supported,
but parallel data transfer is not supported.

*9

The Microdrive requires more power than
other memory cards. When using a
Microdrive, remove other memory cards;
otherwise an error may occur due to a
shortage of power.

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*8

*9

*2*3

*2*3

*6

*6*7

*8

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*1

*1*2*3

*1*2

*2*3*4*5

Notes

• Not all memory cards are guaranteed to work.

Operation is not assured if non-supported
memory cards are used.

• The capacity of a file to be recorded/played back

is smaller than 8 GB per file according to the
specifications of the file system incorporated in
“Memory Stick.”

• Although operation check of this product has

been performed with up to 8 GB “Memory
Stick,” please note that the operation is not
guaranteed for every type of “Memory Stick.”

• In this manual, all types of media listed in

“Supported Media” are generically called
memory cards.

• I/O cards that are not memory cards, such as

GPS cards, are not supported.

• MultiMediaCards and SD M emory Cards use the

same slot, so you cannot use them at the same
time.

• The “Memory Stick” media all use the same slot,

so you cannot use them at the same time.

• Only DOS format is supported. Memory cards in

other formats are not supported.

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Parts and Functions

Front

A

Access Indicator

This indicator is always lit. The indicator
blinks when the reader/writer accesses
data on a memory card.

B SmartMedia/xD-Picture Card Slot

Insert either a SmartMedia memory card
or xD-Picture Card here.

C CompactFlash/Microdrive Slot

Insert either a CompactFlash or
Microdrive memory card here.
Remove all other memory cards before
using a Microdrive, because of its large
power consumption.

D “Memory Stick” Slot

Insert a “Memory Stick” media here.
When inserting a “Memory Stick Micro”
(“M2”), use an adaptor (not supplied).

E MultiMediaCard/SD Memory Card

Slot

Insert either a MultiMediaCard or an SD
Memory Card here.
When inserting an SD Memory Card or a
miniSD Card, use an adaptor (not
supplied).

Rear

F

USB Port (mini B)

Connect to a computer using the supplied
USB cable.

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Connecting the Reader/Writer to a Computer

Simply connect the reader/writer to a
computer using the supplied USB cable.

1 Start the computer.

2 Connect the smaller connector

of the USB cable to the USB port
on the rear of the reader/writer.

3 Connect the larger connector of

the USB cable to the USB port on
the computer.

Notes for Windows

• On some computers, a message may appear

asking you to insert the operating system
disc. When this happens, follow the
computer’s instructions.

• On some computers, the “HI-SPEED USB

Device Plugged into non-HI-SPEED USB
Hub” message may appear, indicating that
a hi-speed USB device has been connected
to a USB port which does not support hi­speed USB. If your computer has multiple
USB ports, try connecting to a different
port. Otherwise, close the message and
continue using the reader/writer with the
current port.

The computer recognizes the reader/
writer as a removable disk, and the
reader/writer is ready for use.

Notes

• Do not connect to a computer via a USB hub.

• Depending on the computer and the status of its

operating system, the reader/writer may not
operate or may become unstable. If this occurs,
refer to the “Troubleshooting” section.

• After disconnecting the USB cable, wait at least

5 seconds before reconnecting it. (Otherwise, the
reader/writer may not be recognized.)

• When t wo or more USB devices are c onnected to

one computer, the read er/writer is not guaranteed
to operate simultaneously with some types of
USB device.

• You cannot access two or more memory cards

simultaneously on a single computer by
connecting additional memory card devices.
Remove any memory cards from the reader/
writer or turn off the other devices.

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• Follow the steps below to turn off

the write cache setting for
removable disk drives. Leaving this
setting on may cause the reader/
writer to malfunction.

– On Windows Vista:

Open the following items in the
following order: [Start] button - [Control
Panel] - [System and Maintenance] ­[Device Manager] button (When clicking
on [Device Manager] button, the User
Account Control window will appear,
click on [Continue]) - [Disk drives] ­[Sony USB HS-MS Card USB Device].
On the [Policies] tab in the properties
dialog box that appears, make sure that
[Optimize for quick removal] is selected.
In the same way, select [Optimize for
quick removal] on the [Policies] tab of
the [Sony USB HS-CF Card USB
Device], [Sony USB HS-SD Card USB
Device], and [Sony USB HS-xD/SM
Card USB Device].

–On Windows XP:

Open the following items in the
following order: [Start] button –
[Control Panel] – [Performance and
Maintenance] – [System] – [Hardware]
tab – [Device Manager] button – [Disk
drives] – [Sony USB HS-MS Card USB
Device]. On the [Policies] tab in the
properties dialog box that appears, make
sure that [Optimize for quick removal] is
selected.
In the same way, select [Optimize for
quick removal] on the [Policies] tab of
the [Sony USB HS-CF Card USB
Device], [Sony USB HS-SD Card USB
Device] and [Sony USB HS-xD/SM Card
USB Device].

– On Windows 2000:

Open the following items in the
following order: [Start] button –
[Settings] – [Control Panel] – [System] –
[Hardware] tab – [Device Manager]
button – [Disk drives] – [Sony USB HS­MS Card USB Device]. On the [Disk
Properties] tab in the properties dialog
box that appears, make sure the [Write
Cache enabled] check box is not selected.
In the same way, clear the [Write Cache
enabled] check box on the [Disk
Properties] tab of the [Sony USB HS-CF
Card USB Device], [Sony USB HS-SD
Card USB Device] and [Sony USB HS­xD/SM Card USB Device].

– On Windows Me:

Open the following items in the
following order: [Start] button –
[Settings] – [Control Panel] – [System] –
[Performance] tab – [File System]
button. On the [Removable Disk] tab in
the properties dialog box that appears,
make sure the [Enable write-behind
caching on all removable disk drives.]
check box is not selected.

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Using the Reader/ Writer

Caution

Do not touch and remove a memory card from the
reader/writer while the access indicator is blinking.
The data stored on the memory card may be
damaged.

Inserting a Memory Card

Insert a memory card into the corresponding
slot on the reader/writer.
When inserting a card, push it in as far as it
can go.

Insert one of the following cards in this
slot:

• SmartMedia

• xD-Picture
Card*

Note

• Each card slot is designed so a card can only be

inserted in the correct direction.

• Insert only one memory card into the

corresponding slot. Do not insert multiple cards
at the same time.

• When inserting a “Memory Stick Micro”

(“M2”), or a mini SD Card, use an appropriate
adaptor (not supplied).

• Do not insert a card upside down.

• Forcibly inserting the card may damage the card

or the slot.

• If a memory card is inser ted incorrectly, you may

not be able to remove it. In the unlikely event
that a memory card becomes stuck in the reader/
writer, consult your local Sony dealer.

Insert one of the following cards in this slot:

• MultiMediaCard

• RS-MMC

• SD/SDHC Memory Card

• mini SD Card*

* Use an appropriate adaptor (not supplied).

* Push at the right side.

Insert one of the following
cards in this slot:

• CompactFlash

• Microdrive

Insert one of the following cards in this slot:

• “Memory Stick” • “MagicGate Memory Stick
(without MagicGate) Duo”

• “MagicGate Memory Stick” • “Memory Stick Duo”

• “Memory Stick” (with MagicGate)
(with MagicGate) • “Memory Stick PRO”

• “Memory Stick Duo” • “Memory Stick PRO Duo”

(without MagicGate) • “Memory Stick Micro” (“M2”)*

* Use an appropriate adaptor (not supplied).

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Reading and Writing Data on a Memory Card

x For Windows

The following explanation is illustrated with
screens from Windows XP.
The screens may differ for other versions of
Windows.

1 Open [My Computer].

2 Make sure the removable disk

icons appear in [My Computer].

Computer drive
name

Removable Disk (E:)

Removable Disk (F:)

Removable Disk (G:) “Memory Stick” media

Removable Disk (H:)

Corresponding
memory card

CompactFlash
Microdrive

SmartMedia
xD-Picture Card

MultiMediaCard
SD Memory Card

3 Insert a memory card into the

corresponding slot.

When a volume label has been assigned
to the memory card, the volume label will
be displayed together with the removable
disk icon.

4 Use the removable disk icon to

read or write data on the memory
card.

If the following message appears, the
memory card has not been recognized
correctly, even though the access
indicator lights up. Remove the card and
insert it again.

Drive letters for the removable disk icons
are assigned in alphabetical order to the
CompactFlash/Microdrive Slot,
SmartMedia/xD-Picture Card Slot,
“Memory Stick” Slot, and
MultiMediaCard/SD Memory Card Slot.
For example, if the computer has an A:,
C:, and D: drive before connecting the
reader/writer, the drive letters will be
assigned as follows when the reader/
writer is connected:

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Notes

• Use the removable disk icon for the memory

card you are using.

• It may take a while for the removable disk

icons to appear.

• If the removable disk icons do not appear,

follow the steps under “Disconnecting the
Reader/Writer From the Computer”on
page 13 to disconnect the reader/writer, and
then wait at least 5 seconds before
reconnecting it.
If the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon
mentioned in step 1 of “Disconnecting the
Reader/Writer From the Computer” is not
displayed, skip the rest of the procedure and
immediately disconnect the reader/writer.

• Depending on your operating system and

the type of memory card you are using, the
reader/writer drives may be recognized as
“Local Disks” instead of “Removable
Disks,” but this will not affect their
operation.

x For Macintosh

1 Insert a memory card into the

corresponding slot.

The removable disk icon appears on the
desktop.
When a volume label is assigned to the
memory card, the volume label will be
displayed together with the removable
disk icon.

Removing a Memory Card

Note

Be sure to follow the steps described below.
Sony accepts no responsibility for any damage or
loss that results from removing a memory card
without following the procedure described below.

x For Windows

1 Make sure the access indicator

is not blinking.

2 Open [My Computer].

3 Right-click the removable disk

icon, and select [Eject].

4 Pull the memory card straight

out.

x For Macintosh

1 Close the files saved on the

memory card, and exit any
currently running applications.

2 Make sure the access indicator

is not blinking.

3 Drag the removable disk icon to

the [Trash].

Alternatively, select the removable disk
icon, access the [File] menu on the menu
bar, and select [Eject “Untitled”]

* Depending on the memory card, a different

label than “Untitled” may be shown.

*

.

2 Use the removable disk icon to

read or write data on the memory
card.

4 Pull the memory card straight

out.

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Reading the Access Indicator

The access indicator changes according to the
status of the reader/writer, as follows:

Reader/writer
status

Connected to a
computer

Reading/writing data Blinks

* Depending on your operating environment and

the memory card you are using, the access
indicator may blink so quickly it appears to be
lit. Be careful not to misread the access indicator.

Note

If data cannot be read from or written to the
memory card while the access indicator is lit, make
sure the card is fully inserted into the slot.

Access indicator

Lights up

*

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Disconnecting the Reader/Writer From the Computer

3 Make sure the message “The

‘USB Mass Storage Device’
device can now be safely
removed from the system.”
appears, and then disconnect
the reader/writer.

Notes

• Do not disconnect the reader/writer from the

computer while the access indicator is blinking.
Doing so may cause damage to the data stored on
the memory card.

• Be sure to follow the steps described below.

Sony accepts no responsibil ity for any damage or
loss that results from disconnecting the reader/
writer without following the procedure
described below.

x For Windows

The following explanation is illustrated with
screens from Windows XP, and assumes that
drive names E:, F:, G:, and H: are assigned to
the four slots of the reader/writer.
The screens may differ for other versions of
Windows.

1 Click [Safely Remove Hardware]

on the task tray, located at the
lower right corner of the screen.

Click this icon

Task tray

2 Click [Safely remove USB Mass

Storage Device - Drives (E:, F:,
G:, H:)].

Click here

The ‘USB Mass Storage Device’ device
can now be safely removed from the
system.

Note

The above steps are not required when removing a
memory card from the reader/writer.

x For Macintosh

1 Close the files saved on the

memory card, and exit any
currently running applications.

2 Make sure the access indicator

is not blinking.

3 Drag the removable disk icon to

the [Trash].

Alternatively, select the removable disk
icon, access the [File] menu on the menu
bar, and select [Eject “Untitled”]

* Depending on the memory card, a different

label than “Untitled” may be shown.

If no memory card is inserted into the
reader/writer, skip this step.

*

.

4 Disconnect the reader/writer

from the computer.

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Installing the Drive Letter Recognition Software (Windows Only)

Before starting installation, read the “End
User License Agreement.”

1 Close all programs that are still

running.

2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM in

the CD-ROM drive.

3 Double-click the DLRS.exe/

DLRS_VISTA.exe file on the CD­ROM.
(For Windows Vista, User
Account Control window will
appear, click on [Allow])

4 Select the desired language, and

click [OK].

The “InstallShield Wizard” screen
appears.

5 Follow the instructions

displayed on the screen to install
the Drive Letter Recognition
Software.

The computer restarts, and the Drive
Letter Recognition Software runs
automatically.

Notes on Icons

Once the Drive Letter Recognition Software
is installed, the Removable Disk icons and
their descriptions change.
For example, if the computer has an A:, C:,
and D: drive before connecting the reader/
writer, the drive letters will be assigned as
follows when the reader/writer is connected:

Computer drive name

CF/Microdrive (E:)

SmartMedia (F:)

Memory Stick (G:)

SD Card (H:)

Corresponding
memory card

CompactFlash
Microdrive

SmartMedia
xD-Picture Card

“Memory Stick”
media

MultiMediaCard
SD Memory Card

6 When the following dialog box

appears, select “Yes, I want to
restart my computer now.” and
click [Finish].

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About Memory Stick

What is “Memory Stick”?

“Memory Stick” is a compact-size IC
recording medium with a large capacity. It
has been designed not only for exchanging/
sharing digital data among “Memory Stick”
compliant products, but also for serving as an
insertable/removable external storage
medium that can save data.

Notes on “Memory Stick”

On formatting (initialization)

• If you format a medium in which data has

been already written, all the data and
software will be erased. Please be cautious
not to mistakenly erase any important data.

• Please make sure to format (initialize) a

medium with the formatter of a “Memory
Stick” compliant product. If it is initialized
with Windows Explorer, a FORMAT
ERROR occurs, and data on the medium
can no longer be used by this product.

• When you use “Memory Stick Duo” on this

product, please make sure to insert it in the
right direction.

• “Memory Stick Duo” should be kept away

from small children to prevent them from
accidentally swallowing it.

• When you use “Memory Stick Micro” on

this product, please make sure to attach the
medium into M2 adaptor.
If you attempt to insert “Memory Stick
Micro” without attaching to M2 adaptor,
there is a possibility that it cannot be pulled
out.

About the size of “Memory Stick”

• This product 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 medium. That’s why
both standard-size “Memory Stick” and
smaller “Memory Stick Duo” can be used
on this product without any Memory Stick
Duo Adaptor.

• Do not insert multiple “Memory Sticks” at

the same time. It might cause damage to the
product.

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Usage Notes

“Memory Stick” Media

Notes on using “Memory Stick”
media

Terminal

Write­Protect
switch

Label area

• Do not remove “Memory Stick” while data

is being read or written.

• Data may be damaged if:
– You remove “Memory Stick” or

disconnect the USB cable while data is
being read or written.

– You use “Memory Stick” in a place

where it is susceptible to static electricity
or electric noise.

• You can keep backup copies of important
data on a “Memory Stick.”

• Avoid touching the metal terminals on the
“Memory Stick” to prevent damage from
static discharge.

• Do not subject the “Memory Stick” to
excessive stress or shock.

• Do not disassemble or modify “Memory
Stick.”

• Keep “Memory Stick” and other media
away from water, excessive heat and
humidity, and from corrosive elements.

• Do not use or keep “Memory Stick” under
an unfavorable condition as below:

– Extremely hot place (such as in a parked

car with windows closed in summer, a
spot under direct sunlight, or near an
electrical appliance that radiates heat).

– Humid place.
– Place near corrosive substances.

• If you set Write-Protect switch “LOCK,”

data cannot be recorded, edited, or erased.

• Do not stick anything other than the

supplied labels on the label area of
“Memory Stick.”

• Stick a label precisely within the label area.

Make sure that the label does not go beyond
the area.

• Carry and keep “Memory Stick” in the

supplied case.

Notes on using “Memory Stick Duo/
Memory Stick PRO Duo”

Terminal

Write­Protect
switch

Memo area

• When you use “Memory Stick Duo/

Memory Stick PRO Duo” without Write­Protected switch, be careful not to edit or
erase important data by mistake.

• When you use “Memory Stick Duo/

Memory Stick PRO Duo” with Write­Protected switch, data cannot be recorded,
edited, or erased by “LOCK” the switch.

• Use an object with a sharp tip to move the

Write-Protected switch.

• Do not press on the memo area strongly

when writing.

• Carry and keep “Memory Stick” in the

supplied case.

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SmartMedia Cards

Supported SmartMedia cards

The reader/writer supports 3.3-volt and 3­volt SmartMedia cards, but not the older 5­volt type.

Notch

5 V type3.3 V and

3 V type

Standby

The reader/writer supports standby functions
based on the PC2000 standard, which may
not cover the standby function of all
computers. Disable the standby function of
your computer if it causes any problems.
While the computer is in standby, do not
insert or remove any media.

Antivirus software

If you have memory-resident antivirus
software on your computer, the computer
may hang or become unusually slow. In this
case, set your antivirus software so it does not
scan the media in the reader/writer.

Note

Do not insert a 5-volt SmartMedia card into the
reader/writer forcibly.

SmartMedia card handling

If the gold contact area of a SmartMedia card
is dirty, a read error may occur. Keep the
contact area clean. Otherwise do not touch
the gold contact area. Do not twist or warp
the card.
Protect the card from static electricity.

SmartMedia card with ID

The reader/writer does not support the ID
information on SmartMedia cards, but allows
any SmartMedia card with an ID to be used as
regular media.

Other Points to Note

Media formatting

Do not format (initialize) memory cards with
a computer. If you format a memory card
with a computer, devices such as digital
cameras may not be able to use it due to
differences in format type (FAT size, cluster
size, hard disk type, or super floppy disk
type). If you use a digital camera, format
memory cards with your camera, instead.

Do not attempt to dismantle, repair,
or alter the reader/writer yourself

Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to
dismantle, repair, or alter the reader/writer
yourself. You may not only permanently
damage the reader/writer and/or your
computer, but may also cause fire or personal
injury through electrical shock.

Operating and storage
environments

• Do not place the reader/writer close to heat

sources or in direct sunlight; in dusty, dirty,
or humid locations; under precipitation
such as rain; or leave it in a vehicle with the
windows closed.

• If the reader/writer interferes with the

reception of radio or television signals,
move the reader/writer away from the radio
or television.

• When using the reader/writer, do not wrap

it in cloth, sheets, or covers as this may
cause a malfunction or fire.

Restrictions on DOS mode

In Windows, the reader/ writer does not
operate in DOS mode.
To use the reader/writer, start up Windows.

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Troubleshooting

Before consulting your Sony representative, verify the following. If the problem still persists,
consult your local Sony dealer.

Problem Solution

The computer does not detect
the reader/writer.

The removable disk icon does
not appear.

The memory card cannot be
accessed with Windows
Explorer or My Computer.

The computer does not
recognize the memory card.

The read/write speed is slow. c The speed may vary depending on the environment or the memory

With Windows 2000 or
Windows Me, the drive icon of
the unit does not appear in the
“My Computer” window.

c

Your computer and the reader/writer may not be properly connected.

Disconnect the reader/writer from the computer and reconnect it.

c Your computer and the reader/writer may not be properly connected.

See “Connecting the Reader/Writer to a Computer” and make sure
the connection is correct.

c A USB device other than the reader/writer is connected to the USB

port on the computer.

c No memory card is inserted. Insert a memory card into the proper

slot.

c The memory card is not fully inserted. Insert the card completely.
c The memory card is not inserted straight. Remove the card and insert

it again.

card being used. This is not a malfunction.

c Make sure that the “USB Mass Storage Device” is not displayed as

in the “Device Manager.” If it is, delete it, disconnect the USB

cable from your computer, and then reconnect it.

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Specifications

Technical Support

USB transfer rate

Full-speed (12 Mbps)
Hi-speed (480 Mbps)
Actual performance is dependent on the
device.

Power requirements

4.75 V to 5.25 V DC

Current consumption

Max. 500 mA

*

Access indicator

Always lit
Blinks on access

Operating environment

Temperature: 5 to 40 °C
(41 to 104 °F)
Humidity: 30% to 80% RH

Storage environment

Temperature: –30 °C to + 60 °C
(–22 °F to +140 °F)
Humidity: No condensation

Dimensions (W × H × D)

Approx. 86 × 15.7 × 50 mm
(3 3/8 × 5/8 × 2 inches)
(excluding protrusions)

Mass

Approx. 57 g (2 oz.)

*

Except when using Microdrive

Local technical support service is
only available in the following sales
regions.

• For customers in the USA (Sony

Electronics Inc.)
Monday to Saturday,

8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. CT

• Toll free: 1-800-588-3847

• Free telephone support is offered for 90
days after your first call.
USA technical support only: Web- based
technical support is free and available 24
hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Web site:
http://sony.storagesupport.com/

Warranty Card

• A warranty card should be provided with

this product at the place of purchase.

• Please read the warranty card, fill in the

specified information, and retain it for
future reference.

• The warranty period is one year from the

date of purchase.

Caution

The warranty and technical support service
are valid only in the countries or sales regions
specified on the warranty card.

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End User License Agreement

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The following “END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT” applies to the Drive Letter
Recognition Software provided by Sony.
Please read the following “END USER
LICENSE AGREEMENT” before installing.
By installing the Drive Letter Recognition
Software, you agree to the “END USER
LICENSE AGREEMENT.”

END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT

This is a legal agreement between you
(hereafter referred to as the User) and Sony
Corporation (hereafter referred to as Sony)
pertaining to the right to use the software
(hereafter referred to as the PROGRAM).
Using the PROGRAM indicates your
acceptance of these terms and conclusion of
the Agreement between the User and Sony.

1. Copyright and all other rights relating

to the PROGRAM and documents
accompanying the PROGRAM are
owned by Sony or the original rightful
person or organization (hereafter
referred to as the original rightful
person) granting Sony the right to use
the PROGRAM. The User is granted
no rights other than those specified in
this agreement.

2. Sony grants the User the non-exclusive,

indivisible and nontransferable right to
use the PROGRAM for the purpose of
using the Sony product Multi-Card
Reader/Writer for which the
PROGRAM designates.

3. The User may not transfer the Right of

Use described above to any third party
nor allow for any third party to use the
PROGRAM unless the User obtains
the advance written permission of
Sony.

4. The User may not export or transport
the PROGRAM or documents
accompanying the PROGRAM from
the country where the User installed
the PROGRAM to any other country.

5. The User may not (i) update, add to, or
modify nor (ii) deassemble or de­compile the PROGRAM either in
whole or in part.

6. THE PROGRAM IS PROVIDED “AS
IS” WITHOUT EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR NON­DEFECTIVENESS.

7. If any dispute relating to infringement of
copyright, patent, or other intangible
property rights arises between the User
and a third party as a consequence of use
of the PROGRAM, the User shall settle
the dispute at the User’s own expense,
and shall make no claim against Sony or
the original rightful person.

8. Sony may terminate your license upon
notice for failure to comply with any of
these Terms. Any such termination
shall not affect any payments, any
compensation for damage. Upon
termination, you must immediately
destroy the Software together with all
copies in any form.

9. This Agreement has several non­English language versions for the
reference purpose only. In the event of
any discrepancy between the English
language version and any other
language version, the English language
version shall prevail.

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