USB
Memory Stick Reader/Writer
User’s Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction
Package Contents....................................................................................... 1
Features....................................................................................................... 1
System Requirements................................................................................ 2
Hardware Setup & Driver Installation
Installation for Windows Operating Systems
Auto Mode............................................................................................... 2
Manual Mode........................................................................................... 4
To Uninstall...........................................................................................10
Note: To remove Memory Stick Reader/Writer for
Windows 2000/Me and XP.......................................................10
Installation for Mac OS 8.6 ........................................................................12
Installation for Mac OS 9.X & Mac OS X 10.1........................................... 12
Use of Memory Stick Reader/Writer with Mac OS...................................13
Warning..................................................................................................... 13
Specifications....................................................................................... 13
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s Memory S tick R eader/W rite r. The USB
key-chain type design of this device provides you with a convenient and fast
data exchange mechanism (MP3, PDA, Digital Camera, data, etc…) with very
easy Plug and Play installation.
Package Contents
The Memory Stick Reader/Writer package should include the following items:
Memory Stick Reader/Writer
Driver CD
Quick Installation Guide
USB Extension Cable
If any items are missing or damaged, please immediately contact your retail
dealer.
Features
The Memory Stick Reader/Writer has the following features:
Comp liant with USB specification version 1.1
Supports Windows® 98SE/2000/Me and Windows® XP
Supports Mac™ OS 8.6, Mac™ OS 9.X and Mac™ OS X 10.1
Easy Plug and Play installation
USB key-chain type design for desktop PC, Notebooks, and Handhelds
USB bus powered. No external power needed.
Compatible with Memory Stick™ media
High performance data transfer rate: Over 350K bytes/sec
A convenient and fast data ex change dev ice (M P3, PDA, Dig ital C amera,
data, etc.)
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System Requirements
One standard USB port
One of the following operating systems:
Windows 98SE
Windows 2000
Windows Me
Windows XP
Mac OS 8.6
Mac OS 9.X
Mac OS X 10.1
CD-ROM Drive for Manual Driver Installation
Memory Stick Media
Hardware Setup & Driver Installation
Follow the steps below to install the Memory Stick Reader/Writer and Driver
for the first time:
Installation for Windows Operating Systems
Auto Mode:
Driver Installation
Please don’t plug your Memory Stick Reader/Writer into the USB port of your
computer before you start installing the driver.
Follow the steps below to install the Memory Stick Reader/Writer driver in a
Windows OS:
Step 1: Power on the computer where you will connect the Memory Stick
Reader/Writer and make sure that the USB port is enabled and
working properly.
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Step 2: Insert the Memory Stick Reader/Writer Driver CD into the CD-ROM
drive and run the Setup.exe program.
Step 3: The Installation Wizard will guide you through the complete installation
process.
Hardware Setup
Step 1: Connect the Memory Stick Reader/W rite r t o an availabl e USB por t of
your computer.
Step 2: Your computer will automatically recognize the Memory Stick
Reader/Writer and register the new devices necessary to use it.
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Step 3: The Memory Stick Reader/Writer is ready for use. You can find a
new Re movable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter in the
My Computer window.
Manual Mode:
Hardware Setup
Before installing the device driver for your Memory Stick Reader/Writer,
refer to the following instructions:
Step 1: Power on the computer where you will connect the Memory Stick
Reader/Writer and make sure that the USB port is enabled and
working properly.
Step 2: Connect the Memory Stick Reader/W rite r t o an availabl e USB por t of
your computer.
Step 3: Your computer will automatically recognize the Memory Stick
Reader/Writer and register new devices to enable its use. Please
refer to the following for driver installation.
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Driver Installation
Windows 98SE
Step1a: When you plug the Memory Stick Reader/Writer into a USB port on
your computer, a driver installation message for USB MS Card
Reader will appear.
Step 1b: Please insert the Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click “Next” to
continue.
Step 2: Click on “Search for the best driver for your device”. Click “Next” to
continue.
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Step 3a: Please choose “Specify a location”. Click on “Browse” to select the
correct path to the driver folder.
Step 3b: The Browse for folder window should open. Browse to your
CD-ROM drive. Click on “Drive (E:)” (where E is the CD-ROM drive
letter). Select the “Win98” folder. Click on “OK”.
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Step 3c: Return to the previous window and click on “Next”.
Step 4: Your computer should find “ U SB M emory Stick Reader/Writer”. Click
on “Next” to continue.
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Step 5: Please click on “Finish” to continue.
Step 6: Your computer should find the “Memory Stick Reader/Writer” now.
Click on “Next”.
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Step 7: Please repeat Steps 2 to 4, with the driver located in the same path
(e.g.,“E:\Win98”). Click “Next” to continue.
Step 8: Please click on “Finish” to complete installation.
Step 9: The Memory Stick Reader/Writer is ready for use. You can find a
new Re movable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter in the
My Computer window.
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To Uninstall
You can uninstall the Memory Stick Reader/Writer and driver by running
Uninstall from the Driver CD. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the
process. Make sure the Gree n LED l ig ht on the product is off before you unplug
it from the computer.
Note:
To remove Memory Stick Reader/Writer within Windows 2000/Me
or XP
Step 1: Please locate the green arrow icon as shown below:
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Step 2: Right click on the “icon”. "Unplug or eject hardware" should appear.
Left click to enter the removal window.
Step 3: After the window shown below appears, please select the “USB
Memory Stick Reader/Writer” and click on "Stop" to continue.
Step 4: The “Stop a Hardware device” window shown bel ow appear s. Pleas e
click on "OK" for removal.
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Step 5: When the “Safe To Remove Hardware” window appears, the
Memory Stick Reader/Writer is ready to be disconnected. Click on
“OK”
If this removal procedure is not followed before disconnecting the Memory
Stick Reader/Writer, the message “Unsafe Removal of Device” appears.
Installation for Mac OS 8.6
Step 1: Please copy the contents o f th e fol der M a c O S 8.6\MS from the Driver
CD to: HD\System Folder\Extensions Folder.
Step 2: Reboot your computer.
Installation for Mac OS 9.X & Mac OS X 10.1
The Memory Stick Reader/Writer is a driver-free device for Mac OS 9.X &
Mac OS X 10.1. You don't have to install a separate driver (for it), and can
plug it directly into an available USB port. Mac OS 9.X & Mac OS X 10.1 will
detect it and install all the associated files automatically.
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Use of Memory Stick Reader/Writer with Mac OS
1. Plug the Memory Stick Reader/Writer into an available USB port.
2. Insert a Memory Stick into Memory Stick Reader/Writer. A disk icon will
appear on the desktop. You can then use the Memory Stick as if it were a
Mac HardDisk.
3. To change the Memory Stick:
Drag and drop the dr i ve i con ( the one you'd like to change) into the trashcan.
Remove the old Memory Stick (the one you'd like to change) from the
Memory Stick Reader/Writer. Insert the new Memory Stick into the
Memory Stick Reader/Writer. A new drive icon will appear within 2
seconds. You can now use the new Memory Stick as if it were a Mac
HardDisk.
4. To remove the Memory Stick Reader/Writer:
Drag and drop the drive icon corresponding to the Memory Stick
Reader/Writer into the trashcan. Unplug the Memory Stick Reader/Writer
from the USB port.
Warning
Never extract or insert a Memory Stick or disconnect the Memory Stick
Reader/Writer from the USB port or extension cable while data is transmitting
(reading/writi ng). To av oi d i m proper shutdown, open the transmitted file from its
new location to ensure transmission has been completed.
Specifications
Power supply DC 5V from USB port
Socket Memory Stick Media
LED Indicators Green: Power on & Data traffic
Operating Temperature 0ºC ~ 65ºC
Stor age Temperature -20ºC ~ 70ºC
Humidity 0% ~ 80% RH
Emission/Safety FCC Class B, CE, BSMI
Dimensions 71.1 x 48.4 x 17.0 mm
Weight 38.0 g
Memory Stick Reader/Writer Limited Warranty
“Above and beyond” is the standard we set ourselves for customer
service at Transcend. We consistently position ourselves to be
significantly above the industry norm. It’s all part of our commitment to
Customer Satisfaction.
All Transcend Information, Inc. (Transcend) products are warranted and tested
to be free from defects in material and workmanship and to conform to the
published specifications. Should your Transcend Memory Stick Reader/Writer
malfunction during normal use in its recommended environment due to
improper workmanship or mate rials within the warranty period, Transcend will
repair or replace your product with a comparable product. This warranty is
subject to the conditions and limitations set forth herein.
Duration of Warranty: Transcend Memory Stick Reader/Writers are covered
by this warranty for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase.
Transcend will inspect the product and make the determination as to whether
the product is eligible for repair or replacement. The decision by Transcend
regarding eligibility of the product for repair or replacement will be final and
binding. Transcend reserves the right to provide a functionally equivalent
refurbished replacement product.
Limitations: This warranty does not apply to products that fail due to accident,
abuse, mishandling, improper installation, alteration, acts of nature, improper
usage, or problems with electrical power. Transcend Memory Stick
Reader/Writer must be used with devices that conform to the recommended
industry standards. Transcend will not be liable for damages resulting from a
third party device that causes the Transcend product to fail. Transcend shall in
no event be liable for any consequential, indirect, or incidental damages, lost
profits, lost business investments, lost goodwill, or interference with business
relationships as a result of lost data. Transcend is also not responsible for
damage or failure of any third party equipment, even if Transcend has been
advised of the possibility. This limitation does not apply to the extent that it is
illegal or unenforceable under applicable law.
Disclaimer: The foregoing limited warranty is exclusive, with no other
warranties, implied or statutory, including, but not limited to any implied
warranty of merchantability or fitne ss for a particular purpose. This warranty is
not affected in any part by Transcend providing technical support or advice.
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