Thermaltake HARDCANO 13 User Manual

User's Manual

C 2003 Thermaltake Technology Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved. REV. A 2004.08

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HARDCANO 13

Integrate the Intelligent Fan controller and 6 in 1 Card reader

Multi-function 5.25 " Drive bay

Content

Part I - Introduction

Part II - Installation

Part III - Operation

Part V - Q & A

1.3 Key Introduction

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1.2 Components check

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1.1 Overview

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1.4 Display Introduction

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2.1 How to Install in case

2.2 Connectors from Hardcano 13

2.3 How to Connect with 3pin Fan

2.4 How to Connect with 4pin Fan

2.5 What is the jumper cap for

2.6 Where should I place the Thermal sensor Probe

3.1 System Requirements

3.2 Driver Installation for Windows 98/SE
and Windows 2000

3.3 Hardware setup

3.4 Drive Installation for Mac OS 8.6

3.5 Drive Installation for Mac OS 10.X

4.1 How to change A/M

4.2 How to distinguish Auto / Manual Mode

4.3 How to set Fan Speed (only in manual mode)

4.4 How to set Alarm

4.5 How to change the Color of the LCD Panel

4.6 How to switch to Celsius or Fahrenheit

4.7 How to change Clock Display Mode

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Introduction

1.2 Components Check

User s' Manual x 1

Accessory Pack x 1

Hardcano 13 Module x 1

1.1 Overview

Part I

Components Check

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Hardcano 13 is a multi-functional media panel with Intelligent

Thermal Management System and Smart Card Reader.

The Intelligent Thermal Management System monitors

fan speeds,temperatures at 4 different locations in real-time

with "Thermal Alarm".The smart card reader supports 6

popular Flash Memory Card formats:

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CompactFlash , Microdrive , Memory Stick ,

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Memory Stick Pro , Secure Digital , MultiMedia Card ,

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and SmartMedia . No matter what, you can be sure that your

Data will be transferred to your computer safely and securely.

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Temp/clock

No. Icon

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Fan1~Fan4

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XXXXRPM

Alarm temp.

Description

Displays the current location monitored.

Indicate the type of memory card in use.

CF/SD/SM/
MS/MMC

Display the temp feedback by thermal sensor
Show the time at CLOCK Mode.

Displays fan speed in RPM unit .(Display range 0~9999RPM)

Displays the value of alarm temperature

(40 50 60 70 )

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Introduction

1.4 Display Introduction

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FunctionFunction

Key

FunctionFunction

Alarm

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To toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit display mode. (Default:
Celsius)

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1.3 Key Introduction

To set the value of alarm temperature. (*Default: 40 . ** Preset

Values: 40 50 60 70 )

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Clock

1.Switch to Clock Mode. Display in 24 Hours.

2.Press 4 seconds to Time setting Mode.

Fan

Switch the different channels circularly(Fan1/Fan2/Fan3/Fan4)

A/M

To switch between Auto Mode and Manual Mode (Default: Auto)

1.At Manual mode, adjust the fan speed by rotating the knob. Rotate
clockwise for acceleration, counter clockwise for deceleration.

2.At Time setting Mode, rotate the knob to adjust the hour and press it
to set the minute. When the time is set, press the knob again as
ending.

Knob

1.Switch the color display / Return from Clock Mode

2.Press 4 seconds to start the cycle of 8 color display

3.When the color is in rotation, press again to fix the color you like.

Color

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SM Socket

CF Socket

MS Socket

For Smart Media Card

For Compact Flash Card

For MS Card / Memory stick pro.

Introduction

Mode

Display the Auto or Manual Mode.

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SD/MMC
Socket

For SD/MMC Card

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2.1 How to Install in case

Connect the 2 pin connector of thermal
sensor cable to the 2pin socket of Hardcano 13.
You may place the Thermal Sensor Probes to

different chassis locations.

Connect the 4 pin MOLEX connector from computer
power supply to the 4pin socket of Hardcano 13.

STEP 1: Connect the Fans

STEP 2: Connect the Thermal Sensor

STEP 4: Connect the Power Cable

Connect the USB signal cable to the USB
socket on Motherboard

Note: Please refer to your motherboard
manual for USB connectors.

STEP 5: Install The Card Reader To Motherboard

Connect the 3 pin connector of the fan directly to the
3 pin socket of Hardcano 13. If the cable length is not
long enough, use the 3pin extension adapter.
Some fan units uses 4 pin connector instead of 3 pin
connector. In this case, please use the 4pin to 3 pin
adapter provided in the package to connect it
to the 3pin socket of Hardcano 13.

Part II

Installation

Hardware Installation

STEP 3: Install the Hardcano 13.

Secure the Hardcano 13 into any open
external 5.25" drive bay with the
screws provided in the package.

Note: Some PC chassis requires 5.25"
guide rails to be mounted on the
drive units in order to
slide into the drive bay.

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Hardware Installation

Connecting Fans

Fan Control Cable X 4

Above application shows Fan1 Fan Control Cable connected to a
most common fan connector. This setup will allow Hardcano 13 to
adjust fan speed and receive RPM signal as well.

Controller connection figure

Application:

Each set of Fan Control Cable is
labeled as followed:
Fan1/Fan2/Fan3/Fan4
Each can be connected to 3pin fan
connector.

2.3 How to Connect with 3pin Fan

Connectors:
4pin
connector X1

Connectors:
thermal probe

X4

For power supply

For VGA cooler

For CPU cooler

For power supply

For case environment

Example

Example

Example

Example

Example

Example

Example

Example

For VGA fan

For CPU fan

For power supply fan

For case fan

Connectors:
3pin
connector

X4

Fan Control Connector

+12V +5V 4pin Power Connector

Adaptor:

2.2 Connectors from Hardcano 13

Connect H13 Control Connector

Hardware Installation

RPM (Speed)
Signal Connector
"Provide RPM
Signal Only,
Not Power"

Using 3-pin to 4-pin Adapter

Note:
A few variation of fans does not output RPM (Speed)
signal. Therefore, Hardcano 13 is unable to monitor
the RPM (Speed) of the fan, but it is still able to adjust
the RPM (Speed).

CPU Fan

CPU Fan

Case Fan

VGA card cooler

Connector

2.4 How to Connect with 4pin Fan

Adaptor(3 pin to 4 pin) X 1

Some fan unit may be using 4pin connector. In order for
Hardcano 13 module to control, you'll need to utilize this included
adaptor.

4pin Fan Connector

RPM (Speed) Signal Connector
"Provide RPM Signal Only, Not Power"

Hardware Installation

Hardware Installation

Hardcano 13 Fan connector

Connect the Hardcano
13 fan connector to the
the 3-pin adapter

Connect the 4-pin
Power connector to
4-pin adapter

Connect the RPM
Signal Connector to
the Fan Connector

Connect to Hardcano 13

Instruction

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2.5 What is the jumper cap for?

If you are using Thermaltake Smart Case Fan, please
connect the jumper to the VR connector of the fan in
order for Hardcano 13 detect the fan speed signal properly.

Thermal Probe X 4

T1

T2

T4

T3

2.6 Where should I place the Thermal Sensor Probe?

CPU cooler

detect CPU temp

VGA card cooler

detect VGA temp.

CPU fan

detect case environment

temp.

Power supply

detect PSU temp

Hardcano 13 includes 4 sets of Thermal Probe. Attach each Thermal Probe
to different heat sources with the included thermal tape.

Recommended Sensor Area:

Hardware Installation

Hardware Installation

Application:

There are 4 sets of Thermal Sensor Probe that you may
place in the computer case. Please see pictures below
for recommended monitor areas.

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3.3 Hardware setup

STEP 1: The Windows will automatically recognize the Smart Card Reader
and it will continue installing files that is required for the Smart Card Reader.

STEP 2: The Smart Card Reader is ready to use! Please check there are four
new drives under "My Computer".

STEP 1. Insert the driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. Run the program
. Setup.exe

STEP 2. The Install shield Wizard will guide you through the installation
process.

3.1 System Requirements

One of following operating systems:

- windows 98/ SE

- windows 2000

- Windows ME (No drive needed)

-Windows XP (No drive needed)

- Mac OS 8.6

- Mac OS 9.X

- Mac OS X 10.1.2(No drive needed)

3.2 Driver Installation for Windows 98/SE and Windows 2000

Drive Installation

Drive Installation

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STEP 1. Switch between Auto Mode and Manual Mode

4.1 How to change A/M

3.4 Drive Installation for Mac OS 8.6

3.5 Drive Installation for Mac OS 10.X

The Hardcano 13 is a drive-free device for Mac OS 10.X and up. Mac OS 10.X
and up will detect the device and install all the associated files required for its use
automatically.

3.6 How to Use the 6 in 1 Card Reader with Mac OS

When disk icon will appear on the desktop. You can then use
the storage card as if it were a Mac HardDisk.

Drive Installation

Operation

STEP 1. Insert the driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. Run the
program.

Setup.exe

STEP 2. The Install shield Wizard will guide you through the installation
process.

While the computer is idling or , it is recommended
to switch operating mode to Automatic to minimize the overall noise level.

under minor workloadWhile the computer is idling or under minor workload, it is recommended

to switch operating mode to Automatic to minimize the overall noise level.

4.2 How to distinguish Auto / Manual Mode

Each fan's speed will be automatically adjusted according to each preset
location's temperature. Following chart represents the approximate speed
at which fan will be operating under at different temperature.

Auto. Mode

(when you away from the computer or the system workload is minor )

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Operation

STEP 1. Select the Fan you wish to adjust by press "Fan button"

STEP 2. Rotate the Knob to increase and decrease fan speed. Rotate
clockwise for acceleration, counter clockwise for deceleration.
(Maximum speed varies from each different fan unit.)

4.3 How to set Fan Speed (only in manual mode)

Press "Fan button"

How to set Alarm Temp.

(Alarm setting Temp.)(Environment Temp.)

(12V)

(6V)

While operating under Manual Mode, users may . adjust the fan speed by rotating
the knob. Rotate clockwise for acceleration, counter clockwise for deceleration.

Manual Mode
(when you are using the computer or the system workload is heavy )

Note : The range for the RPM signal display
Is 0 RPM to 9999 RPM.

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STEP 1. Press switch button as shown on the picture below

4.6 How to switch to Celsius or Fahrenheit?

STEP 1. Press & Hold 4 seconds to set Time Mode as shown on the picture below.

4.7 How to change Clock Display Mode

Operation

Press the "Alarm" bu tton repea tedly until your desired temperature is shown on
the LCD. (Default: 60 )

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EX. This display shows Alarm temp.

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4.5 How to change the color of the LCD Panel?

STEP 1. Simply press "Color" Button as shown on the Picture Below.
Press 4 seconds to start the cycle of 8 color display

4.4 How to set Alarm

Operation

Press the "Alarm" button

Deep Blue

Yellow

Red

Light Blue

Purple

Deep Green

Light Green

White

STEP 2. Rotate the knob to adjust the hour and press it to set the minute. When the time

is set, press the knob again as ending.

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FAQFAQ

Part III

Q&A

5.1:The Hardcano 13 Module does not come on after system is
Powered?

Ans: Please make sure the main power connector is connected to

Power Supply.

Slide the cover
towards back to
remove.

Make sure all
connectors are
connected securely.

5.2: LCD does not display temperature?

Ans:1.Make sure its corresponding Thermal Probe is attached

correctly to the component you wish to monitor.

2.Examine the Thermal Probe to see if there is any cut or
Discontinuity!

5.3: LCD does not display fan RPM?

Ans:1.Make sure the cables are connected securely.

2.Verify the fan unit you are controlling & monitoring has RPM
signal capability. Majority of the 3 wire fan have RPM signal
Capability, while 2 wire fans do not.

5.4: LCD screen seems to be a little dimmer after some usage?

Ans: After some time, LCD may not be as bright as initial use. This is
a normal characteristic for all LCD screen and will not affect
Hardcano 13's performance in any way.

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Company Information

Address: Unit 1, 49 Henderson Road Rowville
Victoria 3178 Australia
TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
URL: www.thermaltake.com.au

Australia: Thermaltake Australia and
New Zealand Pty Ltd

Address: 73, Bld de Courcerin Parc du Courcerin 77185 Lognes
TEL: + 33 - (0)160 1763 15 FAX: + 33 - (0)1 60 17 63 16
E-mail : [e-mail]

France: Thermaltake France

Address: #1507,No.168,XiWai Street, Haidian District,
Beijing PRC 100044
TEL:[phone]~70 FAX:[phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

China: Thermaltake Beijing Co.Ltd

Overseas Branch

Address: 525Parritott Place,
City of Industry, CA 91746
TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

USA: Thermaltake Technology Inc.

Address: 8F, No.27, Lane 155, Sec.3, Pei Shen Road, Saen
Keng Hsiang, Taipei Hsiang, Taiwan
TEL:[phone] FAX:[phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Taiwan : Thermaltake Technology Co.,Ltd.

Address: No.5-A, Hei-An Bldg 2-6-16 Okubo,
Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 169-0072, Japan
TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Japan: Thermaltake Japan Inc.

5.5: Hardcano 13 unit is unable to adjust fan speed?

Ans: A portion of fan unit have built in fan speed control.
To allow Hardcano 13 to take control, certain steps need to be
Performed. ie. Insert jumper.

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FAQ

Section.1 First time using Hardcano13

Note - Please follow below process or your

Hardcano memory function will be failed

When you first time use Hardcano13,you have to remove the
insulation between battery and socket.

1.Open the cover case and will see a battery on PCBA.(Figure.A)

1.Open the cover case and will see a battery on PCBA.(Figure.D)

2.Remove the battery insulation from the socket.(Figure.B)

2.Please remove the original battery from the socket.(Figure.E)

3.Cover the upper case back.(Figure.C)

3.Plug the new battery into the socket

NOTE:The battery model is 3volt
"CR2032" (Figure.F) .

4.Cover the upper case back.(Figure.G)

Section.2 Changing battery process

If your time memory function failed you may have to replace the
Hardcano's battery.

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