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IT (1) Multi-Card Reader / Writer Operating Instructions Please read this document carefully before using this unit and retain it for future reference. JP FR DE ES IT CS MRW-EA Sony Corporation.
Safety precautions WARNING Keep out of reach of children. If any part of the device enters the digestive tract, consult a doctor immediately. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electric shock, do not open the enclosure of the device. For service, contact only a qualified technician. USER INFORMATION Drive Letter Recognition Software: Sony Corporation, Documentation: Sony Corporation, All rights reserved. This manual and the Drive Letter Recognition Software described therein may not be reproduced, translated, or altered, in whole or in part, into any machine-readable form without the prior written permission of Sony Corporation. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE CIVIL LAW, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS MANUAL, DEVICE DRIVERS OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL OR DUE TO ITS USE. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any changes to this manual or the information contained therein at any time without notice. SONY CORPORATION DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF ANY PROGRAMS, DATA OR OTHER INFORMATION STORED ON THOSE OR OTHER MEDIA. Copyright laws prohibit the unauthorized use of any recorded audio / video material for any purpose other than personal. You are hereby cautioned that when using a Memory Stick containing images and data protected by copyright, the copyright laws must be strictly observed. 2
Trademarks, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick Micro and M2 are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and / or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. in the United States and / or other countries. Other system, product, and company names used in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners, even if they are not marked with or. Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment (the directive applies in the European Union and other European countries, where separate collection systems are in place) This symbol on the device or its packaging indicates that this device must not be disposed of with your other household waste. It should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Incorrect disposal of this product can result in potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health. To prevent such consequences, you must comply with the special requirements for the disposal of this product. The processing of these materials will help conserve natural resources. For more information on recycling this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste collection service, or the store where you purchased the product. Before using the reader / writer for the first time, it is recommended that you install the Drive Letter Recognition Software on your computer. Before connecting the Reader / Writer, see page 17 for how to install Drive Letter Recognition Software. See also End User License Agreement on page.
Contents
Safety Precautions
Overview
Package Contents
System Requirements
Supported Media
Parts and Features
Connecting the Reader / Writer to a Computer
Using the Machine Reading / Writing
Inserting a Memory Card
Reading and Writing Data from a Memory Card
Removing a Memory Card
Understanding the Access Indicator
Disconnecting the Reader / Writer from your computer
Installing Drive Letter Recognition Software (Windows only)
About Memory Sticks
Notes for use
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Technical Support
End User License Agreement
Overview The MRW-EA7 (hereinafter referred to as the Reader / Writer) has the following characteristics. Fast and easy data transfer makes it easy to transfer images from your camera or mobile phone to your computer Compatible with the following memory cards: Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Micro (M2), CompactFlash, Microdrive, xd-picture Card, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, microsd Card Drive Letter Recognition Software can be downloaded from the website Easy to connect with hot-plug and USB powered design System Requirements A computer with one of the following operating systems is required to use the Reader / Writer. OS Windows 7 Windows Vista Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows 2000 Professional (Service Pack 4 or later) Mac OS X 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6 or later This products use standard Windows drivers. What's in the box When you open the package, check that you have all of the items listed below. If any of them are missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Multi-Card Reader / Writer MRW-EA7 for different types of cards USB cable Instruction Read Before You Start 5 6 or later This product uses standard Windows drivers. What's in the box When you open the package, check that you have all of the items listed below. If any of them are missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Multi-Card Reader / Writer MRW-EA7 for different types of cards USB cable Instruction Read Before You Start 5 6 or later This product uses standard Windows drivers. What's in the box When you open the package, check that you have all of the items listed below. If any of them are missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Multi-Card Reader / Writer MRW-EA7 for different types of cards USB cable Instruction Read Before You Start 5
Supported media This reader / writer supports the following media: Memory Stick Memory Stick (without MagicGate) * 1 MagicGate Memory Stick * 1 * 2 Memory Stick (with MagicGate) * 1 * 2 * 3 Memory Stick Duo (without MagicGate) * 1 MagicGate Memory Stick Duo * 1 * 2 Memory Stick Duo (with MagicGate) * 1 * 2 * 3 Memory Stick PRO * 2 * 3 Memory Stick PRO Duo * 2 * 3 Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo * 2 * 3 Memory Stick Micro (M2) * 2 * 3 * 4 * 1 MagicGate is the general name for a copyright protection technology developed by Sony Corporation. * 2 MagicGate data recording and playback using MagicGate technology are not supported. * 3 Supported data transmission using 4-bit parallel interface. However, the time required to read / write data is different for different media. * 4 M2 is short for Memory Stick Micro. The abbreviation M2 is used throughout this document. SD Memory Card SD Memory Card * 5 SDHC TM Memory Card * 5 minisd TM Card * 5 * 6 minisdhc TM Card * 5 * 6 microsd TM Card * 5 microsdhc TM Card * 5 * 5 Data recording and playback with technology is not supported copyright protection. * 6 Only with adapter (not included). Other MultiMediaCard * 7 RS-MMC * 7 CompactFlash Microdrive * 8 xd-picture Card TM * 7 MMCplus and MMCmobile memory cards are supported, but data transfer using the parallel interface is not supported. * 8 The power consumption of the Microdrive is higher than that of other memory cards. If using Microdrive, remove other types of cards; if this is not done, an error may occur due to lack of power. Notes Operation of all types of memory cards is not guaranteed. Operation is not guaranteed when using unsupported memory cards. According to the specifications of the file system built into the Memory Stick, the file size for recording / playback should not exceed 4 GB. Although the operation of this product has been verified using Memory Stick media with a capacity of up to 8 GB, please note that operation is not guaranteed with all types of Memory Stick media. In this manual, all types of media listed in the Supported Media section are collectively referred to as memory cards. I / O cards such as GPS cards are not memory cards and are not supported. MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card share the same slot, therefore, their simultaneous use is not possible. All types of Memory Stick share the same slot and cannot be used at the same time. Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card and microsdhc Card share the same slot and cannot be used at the same time. Only DOS format is supported. Other memory cards are not supported. 6
Parts and Functions Front View Rear View A Access indicator This indicator is constantly on. This indicator blinks when the reader / writer is accessing data on the memory card. B xd-Picture Card Slot Insert an xd-Picture Card here. C Memory Stick Slot Insert a Memory Stick here. D CompactFlash / Microdrive memory card slot Insert a CompactFlash or Microdrive memory card here. Since Microdrive uses a lot of power to operate, remove all other types of memory cards before using it. E MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card slot Insert a MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card here. When installing a minisd, minisdhc, microsd, or microsdhc memory card, use an adapter (not included). F Memory Stick Micro (M2), MicroSD and microsdhc media slot Insert Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card and microsdhc media here. G USB port (mini-b) Connects to a computer using the supplied USB cable.
Connecting the Reader / Writer to the Computer Simply connect the Reader / Writer to the computer using the supplied USB cable. 1 Start your computer. 2 Connect the smaller connector on the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the reader / writer. On some computers and under some operating system conditions, the reader / writer may not work at all or may be unstable. If this happens, see the Troubleshooting section. (page 21) After disconnecting the USB cable, wait at least 5 seconds before reconnecting it (if this condition is not met, the reader / writer may not be recognized). If two or more USB devices are connected to the same computer, simultaneous operation of the reader / writer and some other types of USB devices is not guaranteed. Simultaneous access to two or more memory cards on one computer by connecting additional devices for working with memory cards is not possible. Remove all memory cards from the reader / writer, or turn off other devices. 3 Connect the larger connector on the USB cable to the USB port on the computer. The computer recognizes the reader / writer as a removable disk, and then the reader / writer is ready to use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub. eight Simultaneous access to two or more memory cards on one computer by connecting additional devices for working with memory cards is not possible. Remove all memory cards from the reader / writer, or turn off other devices. 3 Connect the larger connector on the USB cable to the USB port on the computer. The computer recognizes the reader / writer as a removable disk, and then the reader / writer is ready to use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub. eight Simultaneous access to two or more memory cards on one computer by connecting additional devices for working with memory cards is not possible. Remove all memory cards from the reader / writer, or turn off other devices. 3 Connect the larger connector on the USB cable to the USB port on the computer. The computer recognizes the reader / writer as a removable disk, and then the reader / writer is ready to use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub. eight after which the reader / writer will be ready for use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub. eight after which the reader / writer will be ready for use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub.
For Windows Some computers may display a message asking you to insert an operating system disc. If this happens, follow the instructions on the computer screen. Some computers may display the message USB Mass Storage will function at reduced speed, indicating that the Hi-Speed USB device is connected to a USB port that does not support Hi-Speed USB data transfer. If your computer has multiple USB ports, try connecting to a different port. Alternatively, close the displayed message and continue using the reader / writer connected to the current port.
Using the reader / writer Inserting the memory card Insert the memory card into the appropriate slot of the reader / writer. When inserting the card, do it as quickly as possible. Notes The design of the slot is such that a memory card can only be inserted in the correct orientation. Only one card can be inserted into the corresponding memory card slot. Do not insert multiple memory cards at the same time. When inserting a mini SD memory card, use an appropriate adapter (not supplied). Do not insert the memory card upside down. Forcing the memory card in will damage the card or slot. If the memory card is inserted incorrectly, there is a risk that it cannot be removed. If the memory card still gets stuck in the reader / writer, contact your local Sony dealer.
One of the following memory cards can be inserted into this slot: xd-picture Card One of the following memory cards can be inserted into this slot: Memory Stick Micro (M2) microsd Card and microsdhc Card One of the following memory cards can be inserted into this slot: MultiMediaCard RS-MMC SD / SDHC Memory Card minisd Card * * Use an appropriate adapter (not supplied) One of the following memory cards is inserted into this slot: Memory Stick (without MagicGate) MagicGate Memory Stick Memory Stick (with MagicGate) Memory Stick Duo (without MagicGate) MagicGate Memory Stick Duo This slot accepts one of the following memory cards: CompactFlash Microdrive Memory Stick Duo (without MagicGate) Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
Reading and writing data from a Memory Card x For Windows versions other than Windows 7 The illustrations in the explanation below are from Windows XP. Screens may differ for other versions of Windows. 1 Open [My Computer]. 2 Check that the removable disk icons are displayed in the [My Computer] window. Reader / Writer drives will be assigned the following drive letters. Computer drive name Removable Disk (E
Removable Disk (F Removable Disk (G Removable Disk (H: ) (Removable Disk (H ) Removable Disk (I Corresponding CompactFlash Microdrive xd-picture Card MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card Memory Stick Memory Stick Micro Memory Stick (M2), microsd Card 3 Insert the memory card into the appropriate slot. When a volume label is assigned to a memory card, this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting When a volume label is assigned to a memory card, this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting When a volume label is assigned to a memory card, this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting.
Notes Use the removable disk icon for the memory card you are using. Removable disk icons may not appear immediately, but after a while. If the removable disk icons do not appear, follow the steps in Disconnecting the reader / writer from the computer in the instruction manual (this manual) 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 does not appear, skip all other steps in the procedure and disconnect the reader / writer immediately. Reader / Writer disks may be recognized as Local Disks rather than Removable Disks on some operating systems and some types of memory cards used, but this will not affect their operation in any way. x For Windows 7 and Macintosh 1 Insert the memory card into the appropriate slot. The removable disk icon appears on the desktop. When a volume label is assigned to a memory card, this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 2 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. x For Macintosh x For Windows 7 Removing the memory card Notes Do not remove the memory card while the access light is flashing. This could damage the data on the memory card. Be sure to follow the steps below. Sony assumes no responsibility in the event that data is damaged or lost due to the removal of the memory card without following the procedure described below. x For Windows versions other than Windows 7 1 Check that the access light is not blinking. 2 Open [My Computer]. 3 Right-click the removable disk icon and select [Eject]. 4 Remove the memory card by pulling it towards you.
For Windows 7 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click [Devices and Printers]. 3 Right-click the [USB2.0 Card R / W] drive icon. 4 Select [Eject] from the context menu. 5 Remove the memory card by pulling it towards you. x For Macintosh 1 Close the files saved on the memory card and exit all applications currently running. Meaning of the Access Indicator Readings The access indicator changes as follows depending on the state of the reader / writer. Reader / Writer status Connected to a computer Reading / writing data Access indicator On Blinking Note If the access indicator is on but data cannot be read from or written to the memory card, check whether the memory card is fully inserted into the slot. 2 Make sure the access lamp is not blinking. 3 Drag and drop the removable disk icon to the [Trash] folder. Alternatively, select the removable disk icon, enter the [File] menu in the menu bar and select [Eject Untitled] *. * Some memory cards may display a different label than Untitled. 4 Remove the memory card by pulling it towards you.
Disconnecting the Reader / Writer from the Computer 2 Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device - Drives (E :, F :, G :, H :, I]. , G :, H :, I ). Click here Notes Do not disconnect the reader / writer from the computer while the access lamp is flashing. Doing so can damage the data stored on the memory card. Be sure to follow the steps below. Sony does not accept any responsibility in the event that data is damaged or lost due to the disconnection of the reader / writer in violation of the procedure described below. x For Windows versions other than Windows 7 The illustrations in the explanation below are screens from Windows XP and assume drive names are E :, F :, G :, H: and I: assigned to the four reader / writer slots. Screens may differ for other versions of Windows. 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 Screens may differ for other versions of Windows. 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 Screens may differ for other versions of Windows. 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 until the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system is displayed. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 until the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system is displayed. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar.
For Windows 7 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click [Devices and Printers]. 3 Right-click the [USB2.0 Card R / W] drive icon. 3 Drag and drop the removable disk icon to the [Trash] folder. Alternatively, select the removable disk icon, enter the [File] menu in the menu bar and select [Eject Untitled] *. * Some memory cards may display a different label than Untitled. If no memory card is inserted in the reader / writer, skip this step. 4 Disconnect the reader / writer from the computer. 4 Eject the removable drives one at a time, or select Eject when all media is inserted into the drive. 5 Disconnect the USB cable from the computer. x For Macintosh 1 Close the files saved on the memory card by and shut down all currently running applications. 2 Make sure the access lamp is not blinking.
Installing Drive Letter Recognition Software (Windows only) Notes on icons After installing Drive Letter Recognition Software, removable disk icons and descriptions will change. For example, if A :, C: and D: drives were displayed for the computer before the reader / writer was connected, then the following drive letters would be assigned to the drives after the reader / writer was connected. Read the End User License Agreement before starting the installation. (p. 23) 1 Download the installation file from the website. The installation file can be downloaded from the following link: Computer disk name CF / Microdrive (E xd (F MMC / SD (G Corresponding CompactFlash Microdrive xd-picture Card MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card 2 Close all running programs. 3 Double-click the installation file. (For Windows Vista and Windows 7 users: in the User Account Control window that appears, click [Allow].) 4 When the following window appears, installation is complete, click [OK]. Memory Stick (H M2 / microSD (I Memory Stick Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card Notes The software is for use with this reader / writer only. Other readers / writers may not work with this software. Please uninstall any similar software prior to installation in order for the software to function properly. 17 ) Memory Stick Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card Notes The software is for use with this reader / writer only. Other readers / writers may not work with this software. Please uninstall any similar software prior to installation in order for the software to function properly. 17 ) Memory Stick Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card Notes The software is for use with this reader / writer only. Other readers / writers may not work with this software. Please uninstall any similar software prior to installation in order for the software to function properly.
About Memory Stick What is a Memory Stick? Memory Stick is a compact, high-capacity, microchip-based media. It was designed not only for exchanging and sharing digital data on products that support Memory Stick, but also as a removable external storage device where data can be stored. Notes on "Memory Stick" Formatting (Initializing) Formatting a medium on which data has already been recorded will delete all data. Be careful not to delete important data by mistake. To format (initialize) the media, use the formatting tool only for products that support Memory Stick media. When initializing with Windows Explorer, a FORMAT ERROR will occur and the data stored on the media is cannot be used on this device. Memory Stick size This product is equipped with a slot suitable for both standard and Duo size media. All products with this slot are equipped with a system that automatically measures the size of the inserted media. Therefore, both standard size Memory Stick and smaller Memory Stick Duo can be used with this product without the Memory Stick Duo Adapter. Do not insert two or more media at the same time. This could damage the product. When inserting Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Micro media into this product, be sure to orient them correctly. Keep Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Micro media out of the reach of small children, so they can't accidentally swallow them.
Notes on using "Memory Stick" Notes on using "Memory Stick" Contacts Write-protect switch Label slot Do not remove the Memory Stick while data is being read or written. Data may be damaged in the following cases: Removing the Memory Stick or disconnecting the USB cable while reading or writing data. using the Memory Stick in a location subject to static electricity or electrical noise. We recommend that you back up important data on a Memory Stick. Do not touch the contacts of the Memory Stick with anything, including your fingers or metal. Do not bend, drop, or subject the Memory Stick to strong shocks. Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick. Store the Memory Stick away from water. Do not use or store the Memory Stick in the following unfavorable conditions: in places with extremely high temperatures (for example, in a parked car in the summer with closed windows, in direct sunlight, or near electrical appliances that generate heat). in humid places; near corrosive substances. When the write-protect switch is set to the LOCK position, recording, editing, and deletion of data will not be possible. Do not stick anything other than the supplied labels onto the label area of the Memory Stick. Stick the label strictly within the boundaries of the intended place for it. The label must not extend beyond this area. Notes on using the Memory Stick Duo Contacts Write-protect switch Inscription space When using a Memory Stick Duo without a write-protect switch, be careful not to mistakenly edit or delete important data. When using a Memory Stick Duo with a write-protect switch, data cannot be written, edited, or deleted if the write-protect switch is set to the LOCK position. 19 edit or delete if the write-protect switch is in the LOCK position. 19 edit or delete if the write-protect switch is in the LOCK position.
Use a pointed object to change the position of the write-protect switch. When writing, do not press hard on the writing area. Other Notes Formatting Media Do not format (initialize) memory cards on a computer. If the memory card is formatted on a computer, it may not be possible to use it on some devices, such as digital cameras or mobile phones, due to the difference in formatting types (FAT size, cluster size, type of hard disk or floppy disk). When using a digital camera, format the memory cards with the camera. DOS Mode Limitations In Windows, this reader / writer does not work in DOS mode. To use this reader / writer, start Windows. Standby This reader / writer supports standby functions based on the PC2000 standard, which may not be matched by the standby functions of all computers. If you experience any problems, disable the standby function of your computer. If the computer is in sleep mode, do not insert or remove any media. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the reader / writer yourself. Under no circumstances should you attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the reader / writer yourself. This could result in not only serious damage to the reader / writer and / or computer, but also fire or injury from electric shock. Operating and storage conditions Do not place the Reader / Writer near heat sources or in direct sunlight, in dusty, dirty or humid places, or in places subject to rainfall such as rain, and do not leave it in a car with closed windows. If the reader / writer interferes with radio or television reception, move the reader / writer further away from the radio or TV. When using the reader / writer, do not wrap it with cloth, towels or blankets as this may cause malfunction or fire. twenty rain, and do not leave it in a car with closed windows. If the reader / writer interferes with radio or television reception, move the reader / writer further away from the radio or TV. When using the reader / writer, do not wrap it with cloth, towels or blankets as this may cause malfunction or fire. twenty rain, and do not leave it in a car with closed windows. If the reader / writer interferes with radio or television reception, move the reader / writer further away from the radio or TV. When using the reader / writer, do not wrap it with cloth, towels or blankets as this may cause malfunction or fire.
Troubleshooting Before contacting a Sony representative, refer to the table below. If the problem persists, contact your local Sony dealer. Problem The computer does not recognize the reader / writer. The removable disk icon is not displayed. Cannot access the memory card using Windows Explorer or My Computer. The computer does not recognize the memory card. Slow read / write speed. Solution c The computer and reader / writer may not be connected properly. Disconnect the reader / writer from the computer and reconnect it. c The computer and reader / writer may not be connected properly. See Connecting the Reader / Writer to a Computer (p. 8) and check if the connection is correct. c For Windows 7, the removable disk icon appears only when a memory card is inserted. c No memory cards are inserted. Insert the memory card into the appropriate slot. c The memory card is not fully inserted. Insert the card all the way. c The memory card is skewed. Remove the memory card and insert it again. c Speed varies depending on the environment or memory card used. This is not a malfunction. 21 c Speed varies depending on the environment or memory card used. This is not a malfunction. 21 c Speed varies depending on the environment or memory card used. This is not a malfunction.
Specifications USB transfer rate Full-speed (Up to 12 Mbps) High-speed (Up to 480 Mbps) The indicated high-speed baud rate is theoretical for the USB standard. The actual value depends on the device. Technical Support For Customers in Europe For details, visit the website Power Supply Requirements DC 4.75 V to 5.25 V Current Consumption 500mA or less * Access Indicator Continuous Blinking when media is being accessed Operating Conditions Temperature: 5 C to 40 C Relative humidity: 30% to 80% Storage conditions Temperature: -30 C to + 60 C Humidity: non-condensing Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 86 mm x 15.7 mm x 50 mm (excluding projections) Mass Approx. 57 g * Current consumption may be higher if Microdrive 22 is used.
End User License Agreement IMPORTANT NOTICE The following END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT applies to Drive Letter Recognition Software provided by Sony. Please read the following END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT carefully before installing the software. By installing Drive Letter Recognition Software, you agree to the terms of the END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT This document is a legal agreement between you (hereinafter referred to as the User) and Sony Corporation (hereinafter referred to as Sony Corporation) regarding the right to use the software (hereinafter referred to as the SOFTWARE). By using the SOFTWARE you agree to the terms and conditions of the Agreement between the User and Sony Corporation. 1. Copyright and all other rights in relation to the SOFTWARE and documents accompanying the SOFTWARE belong to Sony Corporation or the natural or legal person who is their original legal owner (hereinafter - the original legal owner) and who granted Sony the right to use the SOFTWARE. The user is not granted any other rights other than those specified in this agreement. 2. Sony Corporation grants the User a non-exclusive, indivisible and non-transferable right to use the SOFTWARE in order to use the Sony Card Reader / Writer for various types of cards for which this SOFTWARE is intended. 3. The User is prohibited from transferring the Right of Use described above to any third party, or allowing any third party to use the SOFTWARE, unless the User obtains appropriate prior written permission from Sony. 4. The User is prohibited from exporting and exporting the SOFTWARE or the documentation attached to the SOFTWARE outside the country in which the User installed the SOFTWARE. 23 in which the User has installed the SOFTWARE. 23 in which the User has installed the SOFTWARE.
The user is prohibited from (i) updating, supplementing or changing, as well as (ii) disassembling or decompiling the SOFTWARE, in whole or in part. 6. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, PURPOSE AND PURPOSE. 7. In the event of any disputes in relation to copyright, patent or other intangible property rights infringement that may arise between the User and a third party as a result of using the SOFTWARE, the User undertakes to settle such disputes at his own expense and not to bring claims to Sony, nor the original legal owner. 8. Sony Corporation has the right to revoke the license granted to you, if you receive notice of your failure to comply with any of these terms. The fact of cancellation will not be retroactive either in respect of payment or in respect of compensation for damages. In the event of cancellation, you must immediately destroy the software and all copies in any form. 9. This Agreement exists in several versions in languages other than English, intended for informational purposes only. In the event of any discrepancy between the English and other language versions, the English version will prevail. 24 This Agreement exists in several versions in languages other than English, intended for informational purposes only. In the event of any discrepancy between the English and other language versions, the English version will prevail. 24 This Agreement exists in several versions in languages other than English, intended for informational purposes only. In the event of any discrepancy between the English and other language versions, the English version will prevail.
Safety precautions WARNING Keep out of reach of children. If any part of the device enters the digestive tract, consult a doctor immediately. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electric shock, do not open the enclosure of the device. For service, contact only a qualified technician. USER INFORMATION Drive Letter Recognition Software: Sony Corporation, Documentation: Sony Corporation, All rights reserved. This manual and the Drive Letter Recognition Software described therein may not be reproduced, translated, or altered, in whole or in part, into any machine-readable form without the prior written permission of Sony Corporation. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE CIVIL LAW, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS MANUAL, DEVICE DRIVERS OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL OR DUE TO ITS USE. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any changes to this manual or the information contained therein at any time without notice. SONY CORPORATION DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF ANY PROGRAMS, DATA OR OTHER INFORMATION STORED ON THOSE OR OTHER MEDIA. Copyright laws prohibit the unauthorized use of any recorded audio / video material for any purpose other than personal. You are hereby cautioned that when using a Memory Stick containing images and data protected by copyright, the copyright laws must be strictly observed. 2
Trademarks, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick Micro and M2 are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and / or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. in the United States and / or other countries. Other system, product, and company names used in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners, even if they are not marked with or. Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment (the directive applies in the European Union and other European countries, where separate collection systems are in place) This symbol on the device or its packaging indicates that this device must not be disposed of with your other household waste. It should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Incorrect disposal of this product can result in potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health. To prevent such consequences, you must comply with the special requirements for the disposal of this product. The processing of these materials will help conserve natural resources. For more information on recycling this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste collection service, or the store where you purchased the product. Before using the reader / writer for the first time, it is recommended that you install the Drive Letter Recognition Software on your computer. Before connecting the Reader / Writer, see page 17 for how to install Drive Letter Recognition Software. See also End User License Agreement on page.
Contents
Safety Precautions
Overview
Package Contents
System Requirements
Supported Media
Parts and Features
Connecting the Reader / Writer to a Computer
Using the Machine Reading / Writing
Inserting a Memory Card
Reading and Writing Data from a Memory Card
Removing a Memory Card
Understanding the Access Indicator
Disconnecting the Reader / Writer from your computer
Installing Drive Letter Recognition Software (Windows only)
About Memory Sticks
Notes for use
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Technical Support
End User License Agreement
Overview The MRW-EA7 (hereinafter referred to as the Reader / Writer) has the following characteristics. Fast and easy data transfer makes it easy to transfer images from your camera or mobile phone to your computer Compatible with the following memory cards: Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Micro (M2), CompactFlash, Microdrive, xd-picture Card, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, microsd Card Drive Letter Recognition Software can be downloaded from the website Easy to connect with hot-plug and USB powered design System Requirements A computer with one of the following operating systems is required to use the Reader / Writer. OS Windows 7 Windows Vista Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows 2000 Professional (Service Pack 4 or later) Mac OS X 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6 or later This products use standard Windows drivers. What's in the box When you open the package, check that you have all of the items listed below. If any of them are missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Multi-Card Reader / Writer MRW-EA7 for different types of cards USB cable Instruction Read Before You Start 5 6 or later This product uses standard Windows drivers. What's in the box When you open the package, check that you have all of the items listed below. If any of them are missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Multi-Card Reader / Writer MRW-EA7 for different types of cards USB cable Instruction Read Before You Start 5 6 or later This product uses standard Windows drivers. What's in the box When you open the package, check that you have all of the items listed below. If any of them are missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Multi-Card Reader / Writer MRW-EA7 for different types of cards USB cable Instruction Read Before You Start 5
Supported media This reader / writer supports the following media: Memory Stick Memory Stick (without MagicGate) * 1 MagicGate Memory Stick * 1 * 2 Memory Stick (with MagicGate) * 1 * 2 * 3 Memory Stick Duo (without MagicGate) * 1 MagicGate Memory Stick Duo * 1 * 2 Memory Stick Duo (with MagicGate) * 1 * 2 * 3 Memory Stick PRO * 2 * 3 Memory Stick PRO Duo * 2 * 3 Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo * 2 * 3 Memory Stick Micro (M2) * 2 * 3 * 4 * 1 MagicGate is the general name for a copyright protection technology developed by Sony Corporation. * 2 MagicGate data recording and playback using MagicGate technology are not supported. * 3 Supported data transmission using 4-bit parallel interface. However, the time required to read / write data is different for different media. * 4 M2 is short for Memory Stick Micro. The abbreviation M2 is used throughout this document. SD Memory Card SD Memory Card * 5 SDHC TM Memory Card * 5 minisd TM Card * 5 * 6 minisdhc TM Card * 5 * 6 microsd TM Card * 5 microsdhc TM Card * 5 * 5 Data recording and playback with technology is not supported copyright protection. * 6 Only with adapter (not included). Other MultiMediaCard * 7 RS-MMC * 7 CompactFlash Microdrive * 8 xd-picture Card TM * 7 MMCplus and MMCmobile memory cards are supported, but data transfer using the parallel interface is not supported. * 8 The power consumption of the Microdrive is higher than that of other memory cards. If using Microdrive, remove other types of cards; if this is not done, an error may occur due to lack of power. Notes Operation of all types of memory cards is not guaranteed. Operation is not guaranteed when using unsupported memory cards. According to the specifications of the file system built into the Memory Stick, the file size for recording / playback should not exceed 4 GB. Although the operation of this product has been verified using Memory Stick media with a capacity of up to 8 GB, please note that operation is not guaranteed with all types of Memory Stick media. In this manual, all types of media listed in the Supported Media section are collectively referred to as memory cards. I / O cards such as GPS cards are not memory cards and are not supported. MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card share the same slot, therefore, their simultaneous use is not possible. All types of Memory Stick share the same slot and cannot be used at the same time. Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card and microsdhc Card share the same slot and cannot be used at the same time. Only DOS format is supported. Other memory cards are not supported. 6
Parts and Functions Front View Rear View A Access indicator This indicator is constantly on. This indicator blinks when the reader / writer is accessing data on the memory card. B xd-Picture Card Slot Insert an xd-Picture Card here. C Memory Stick Slot Insert a Memory Stick here. D CompactFlash / Microdrive memory card slot Insert a CompactFlash or Microdrive memory card here. Since Microdrive uses a lot of power to operate, remove all other types of memory cards before using it. E MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card slot Insert a MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card here. When installing a minisd, minisdhc, microsd, or microsdhc memory card, use an adapter (not included). F Memory Stick Micro (M2), MicroSD and microsdhc media slot Insert Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card and microsdhc media here. G USB port (mini-b) Connects to a computer using the supplied USB cable.
Connecting the Reader / Writer to the Computer Simply connect the Reader / Writer to the computer using the supplied USB cable. 1 Start your computer. 2 Connect the smaller connector on the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the reader / writer. On some computers and under some operating system conditions, the reader / writer may not work at all or may be unstable. If this happens, see the Troubleshooting section. (page 21) After disconnecting the USB cable, wait at least 5 seconds before reconnecting it (if this condition is not met, the reader / writer may not be recognized). If two or more USB devices are connected to the same computer, simultaneous operation of the reader / writer and some other types of USB devices is not guaranteed. Simultaneous access to two or more memory cards on one computer by connecting additional devices for working with memory cards is not possible. Remove all memory cards from the reader / writer, or turn off other devices. 3 Connect the larger connector on the USB cable to the USB port on the computer. The computer recognizes the reader / writer as a removable disk, and then the reader / writer is ready to use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub. eight Simultaneous access to two or more memory cards on one computer by connecting additional devices for working with memory cards is not possible. Remove all memory cards from the reader / writer, or turn off other devices. 3 Connect the larger connector on the USB cable to the USB port on the computer. The computer recognizes the reader / writer as a removable disk, and then the reader / writer is ready to use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub. eight Simultaneous access to two or more memory cards on one computer by connecting additional devices for working with memory cards is not possible. Remove all memory cards from the reader / writer, or turn off other devices. 3 Connect the larger connector on the USB cable to the USB port on the computer. The computer recognizes the reader / writer as a removable disk, and then the reader / writer is ready to use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub. eight after which the reader / writer will be ready for use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub. eight after which the reader / writer will be ready for use. Notes Do not connect the device to a USB port on your computer via an external USB hub.
For Windows Some computers may display a message asking you to insert an operating system disc. If this happens, follow the instructions on the computer screen. Some computers may display the message USB Mass Storage will function at reduced speed, indicating that the Hi-Speed USB device is connected to a USB port that does not support Hi-Speed USB data transfer. If your computer has multiple USB ports, try connecting to a different port. Alternatively, close the displayed message and continue using the reader / writer connected to the current port.
Using the reader / writer Inserting the memory card Insert the memory card into the appropriate slot of the reader / writer. When inserting the card, do it as quickly as possible. Notes The design of the slot is such that a memory card can only be inserted in the correct orientation. Only one card can be inserted into the corresponding memory card slot. Do not insert multiple memory cards at the same time. When inserting a mini SD memory card, use an appropriate adapter (not supplied). Do not insert the memory card upside down. Forcing the memory card in will damage the card or slot. If the memory card is inserted incorrectly, there is a risk that it cannot be removed. If the memory card still gets stuck in the reader / writer, contact your local Sony dealer.
One of the following memory cards can be inserted into this slot: xd-picture Card One of the following memory cards can be inserted into this slot: Memory Stick Micro (M2) microsd Card and microsdhc Card One of the following memory cards can be inserted into this slot: MultiMediaCard RS-MMC SD / SDHC Memory Card minisd Card * * Use an appropriate adapter (not supplied) One of the following memory cards is inserted into this slot: Memory Stick (without MagicGate) MagicGate Memory Stick Memory Stick (with MagicGate) Memory Stick Duo (without MagicGate) MagicGate Memory Stick Duo This slot accepts one of the following memory cards: CompactFlash Microdrive Memory Stick Duo (without MagicGate) Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
Reading and writing data from a Memory Card x For Windows versions other than Windows 7 The illustrations in the explanation below are from Windows XP. Screens may differ for other versions of Windows. 1 Open [My Computer]. 2 Check that the removable disk icons are displayed in the [My Computer] window. Reader / Writer drives will be assigned the following drive letters. Computer drive name Removable Disk (E
Removable Disk (F Removable Disk (G Removable Disk (H: ) (Removable Disk (H ) Removable Disk (I Corresponding CompactFlash Microdrive xd-picture Card MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card Memory Stick Memory Stick Micro Memory Stick (M2), microsd Card 3 Insert the memory card into the appropriate slot. When a volume label is assigned to a memory card, this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting When a volume label is assigned to a memory card, this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting When a volume label is assigned to a memory card, this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting 4 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. If the message below is displayed, the memory card has not been recognized properly, although the access lamp is on. Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting Remove the memory card and insert it again. 12 The removable disk icons labeled with letters corresponding to the CompactFlash / Microdrive, xd-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Micro (M2) / microsd Card slots are listed in alphabetical order. For example, if A :, C :, and D: drives were displayed for the computer before connecting the reader / writer, then after connecting.Notes Use the removable disk icon for the memory card you are using. Removable disk icons may not appear immediately, but after a while. If the removable disk icons do not appear, follow the steps in Disconnecting the reader / writer from the computer in the instruction manual (this manual) 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 does not appear, skip all other steps in the procedure and disconnect the reader / writer immediately. Reader / Writer disks may be recognized as Local Disks rather than Removable Disks on some operating systems and some types of memory cards used, but this will not affect their operation in any way. x For Windows 7 and Macintosh 1 Insert the memory card into the appropriate slot. The removable disk icon appears on the desktop. When a volume label is assigned to a memory card, this volume label will be displayed along with the removable disk icon. 2 Use the removable disk icon to read data from or write data to the memory card. x For Macintosh x For Windows 7 Removing the memory card Notes Do not remove the memory card while the access light is flashing. This could damage the data on the memory card. Be sure to follow the steps below. Sony assumes no responsibility in the event that data is damaged or lost due to the removal of the memory card without following the procedure described below. x For Windows versions other than Windows 7 1 Check that the access light is not blinking. 2 Open [My Computer]. 3 Right-click the removable disk icon and select [Eject]. 4 Remove the memory card by pulling it towards you.
For Windows 7 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click [Devices and Printers]. 3 Right-click the [USB2.0 Card R / W] drive icon. 4 Select [Eject] from the context menu. 5 Remove the memory card by pulling it towards you. x For Macintosh 1 Close the files saved on the memory card and exit all applications currently running. Meaning of the Access Indicator Readings The access indicator changes as follows depending on the state of the reader / writer. Reader / Writer status Connected to a computer Reading / writing data Access indicator On Blinking Note If the access indicator is on but data cannot be read from or written to the memory card, check whether the memory card is fully inserted into the slot. 2 Make sure the access lamp is not blinking. 3 Drag and drop the removable disk icon to the [Trash] folder. Alternatively, select the removable disk icon, enter the [File] menu in the menu bar and select [Eject Untitled] *. * Some memory cards may display a different label than Untitled. 4 Remove the memory card by pulling it towards you.
Disconnecting the Reader / Writer from the Computer 2 Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device - Drives (E :, F :, G :, H :, I
]. , G :, H :, I ). Click here Notes Do not disconnect the reader / writer from the computer while the access lamp is flashing. Doing so can damage the data stored on the memory card. Be sure to follow the steps below. Sony does not accept any responsibility in the event that data is damaged or lost due to the disconnection of the reader / writer in violation of the procedure described below. x For Windows versions other than Windows 7 The illustrations in the explanation below are screens from Windows XP and assume drive names are E :, F :, G :, H: and I: assigned to the four reader / writer slots. Screens may differ for other versions of Windows. 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 Screens may differ for other versions of Windows. 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 Screens may differ for other versions of Windows. 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 1 Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon on the taskbar at the lower right corner of the screen. Click this icon 3 Wait for the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 until the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system is displayed. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 until the message The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system is displayed. (The USB mass storage device can now be safely removed from the computer.), And then disconnect the reader / writer. The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system. (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar 15 (The USB Mass Storage Device can now be safely removed from the computer.) Note The above steps are not required when removing the memory card from the reader / writer. Taskbar.For Windows 7 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click [Devices and Printers]. 3 Right-click the [USB2.0 Card R / W] drive icon. 3 Drag and drop the removable disk icon to the [Trash] folder. Alternatively, select the removable disk icon, enter the [File] menu in the menu bar and select [Eject Untitled] *. * Some memory cards may display a different label than Untitled. If no memory card is inserted in the reader / writer, skip this step. 4 Disconnect the reader / writer from the computer. 4 Eject the removable drives one at a time, or select Eject when all media is inserted into the drive. 5 Disconnect the USB cable from the computer. x For Macintosh 1 Close the files saved on the memory card by and shut down all currently running applications. 2 Make sure the access lamp is not blinking.
Installing Drive Letter Recognition Software (Windows only) Notes on icons After installing Drive Letter Recognition Software, removable disk icons and descriptions will change. For example, if A :, C: and D: drives were displayed for the computer before the reader / writer was connected, then the following drive letters would be assigned to the drives after the reader / writer was connected. Read the End User License Agreement before starting the installation. (p. 23) 1 Download the installation file from the website. The installation file can be downloaded from the following link: Computer disk name CF / Microdrive (E
xd (F MMC / SD (G Corresponding CompactFlash Microdrive xd-picture Card MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card 2 Close all running programs. 3 Double-click the installation file. (For Windows Vista and Windows 7 users: in the User Account Control window that appears, click [Allow].) 4 When the following window appears, installation is complete, click [OK]. Memory Stick (H M2 / microSD (I Memory Stick Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card Notes The software is for use with this reader / writer only. Other readers / writers may not work with this software. Please uninstall any similar software prior to installation in order for the software to function properly. 17 ) Memory Stick Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card Notes The software is for use with this reader / writer only. Other readers / writers may not work with this software. Please uninstall any similar software prior to installation in order for the software to function properly. 17 ) Memory Stick Memory Stick Micro (M2), microsd Card Notes The software is for use with this reader / writer only. Other readers / writers may not work with this software. Please uninstall any similar software prior to installation in order for the software to function properly. About Memory Stick What is a Memory Stick? Memory Stick is a compact, high-capacity, microchip-based media. It was designed not only for exchanging and sharing digital data on products that support Memory Stick, but also as a removable external storage device where data can be stored. Notes on "Memory Stick" Formatting (Initializing) Formatting a medium on which data has already been recorded will delete all data. Be careful not to delete important data by mistake. To format (initialize) the media, use the formatting tool only for products that support Memory Stick media. When initializing with Windows Explorer, a FORMAT ERROR will occur and the data stored on the media is cannot be used on this device. Memory Stick size This product is equipped with a slot suitable for both standard and Duo size media. All products with this slot are equipped with a system that automatically measures the size of the inserted media. Therefore, both standard size Memory Stick and smaller Memory Stick Duo can be used with this product without the Memory Stick Duo Adapter. Do not insert two or more media at the same time. This could damage the product. When inserting Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Micro media into this product, be sure to orient them correctly. Keep Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Micro media out of the reach of small children, so they can't accidentally swallow them.
Notes on using "Memory Stick" Notes on using "Memory Stick" Contacts Write-protect switch Label slot Do not remove the Memory Stick while data is being read or written. Data may be damaged in the following cases: Removing the Memory Stick or disconnecting the USB cable while reading or writing data. using the Memory Stick in a location subject to static electricity or electrical noise. We recommend that you back up important data on a Memory Stick. Do not touch the contacts of the Memory Stick with anything, including your fingers or metal. Do not bend, drop, or subject the Memory Stick to strong shocks. Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick. Store the Memory Stick away from water. Do not use or store the Memory Stick in the following unfavorable conditions: in places with extremely high temperatures (for example, in a parked car in the summer with closed windows, in direct sunlight, or near electrical appliances that generate heat). in humid places; near corrosive substances. When the write-protect switch is set to the LOCK position, recording, editing, and deletion of data will not be possible. Do not stick anything other than the supplied labels onto the label area of the Memory Stick. Stick the label strictly within the boundaries of the intended place for it. The label must not extend beyond this area. Notes on using the Memory Stick Duo Contacts Write-protect switch Inscription space When using a Memory Stick Duo without a write-protect switch, be careful not to mistakenly edit or delete important data. When using a Memory Stick Duo with a write-protect switch, data cannot be written, edited, or deleted if the write-protect switch is set to the LOCK position. 19 edit or delete if the write-protect switch is in the LOCK position. 19 edit or delete if the write-protect switch is in the LOCK position.
Use a pointed object to change the position of the write-protect switch. When writing, do not press hard on the writing area. Other Notes Formatting Media Do not format (initialize) memory cards on a computer. If the memory card is formatted on a computer, it may not be possible to use it on some devices, such as digital cameras or mobile phones, due to the difference in formatting types (FAT size, cluster size, type of hard disk or floppy disk). When using a digital camera, format the memory cards with the camera. DOS Mode Limitations In Windows, this reader / writer does not work in DOS mode. To use this reader / writer, start Windows. Standby This reader / writer supports standby functions based on the PC2000 standard, which may not be matched by the standby functions of all computers. If you experience any problems, disable the standby function of your computer. If the computer is in sleep mode, do not insert or remove any media. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the reader / writer yourself. Under no circumstances should you attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the reader / writer yourself. This could result in not only serious damage to the reader / writer and / or computer, but also fire or injury from electric shock. Operating and storage conditions Do not place the Reader / Writer near heat sources or in direct sunlight, in dusty, dirty or humid places, or in places subject to rainfall such as rain, and do not leave it in a car with closed windows. If the reader / writer interferes with radio or television reception, move the reader / writer further away from the radio or TV. When using the reader / writer, do not wrap it with cloth, towels or blankets as this may cause malfunction or fire. twenty rain, and do not leave it in a car with closed windows. If the reader / writer interferes with radio or television reception, move the reader / writer further away from the radio or TV. When using the reader / writer, do not wrap it with cloth, towels or blankets as this may cause malfunction or fire. twenty rain, and do not leave it in a car with closed windows. If the reader / writer interferes with radio or television reception, move the reader / writer further away from the radio or TV. When using the reader / writer, do not wrap it with cloth, towels or blankets as this may cause malfunction or fire.
Troubleshooting Before contacting a Sony representative, refer to the table below. If the problem persists, contact your local Sony dealer. Problem The computer does not recognize the reader / writer. The removable disk icon is not displayed. Cannot access the memory card using Windows Explorer or My Computer. The computer does not recognize the memory card. Slow read / write speed. Solution c The computer and reader / writer may not be connected properly. Disconnect the reader / writer from the computer and reconnect it. c The computer and reader / writer may not be connected properly. See Connecting the Reader / Writer to a Computer (p. 8) and check if the connection is correct. c For Windows 7, the removable disk icon appears only when a memory card is inserted. c No memory cards are inserted. Insert the memory card into the appropriate slot. c The memory card is not fully inserted. Insert the card all the way. c The memory card is skewed. Remove the memory card and insert it again. c Speed varies depending on the environment or memory card used. This is not a malfunction. 21 c Speed varies depending on the environment or memory card used. This is not a malfunction. 21 c Speed varies depending on the environment or memory card used. This is not a malfunction.
Specifications USB transfer rate Full-speed (Up to 12 Mbps) High-speed (Up to 480 Mbps) The indicated high-speed baud rate is theoretical for the USB standard. The actual value depends on the device. Technical Support For Customers in Europe For details, visit the website Power Supply Requirements DC 4.75 V to 5.25 V Current Consumption 500mA or less * Access Indicator Continuous Blinking when media is being accessed Operating Conditions Temperature: 5 C to 40 C Relative humidity: 30% to 80% Storage conditions Temperature: -30 C to + 60 C Humidity: non-condensing Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 86 mm x 15.7 mm x 50 mm (excluding projections) Mass Approx. 57 g * Current consumption may be higher if Microdrive 22 is used.
End User License Agreement IMPORTANT NOTICE The following END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT applies to Drive Letter Recognition Software provided by Sony. Please read the following END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT carefully before installing the software. By installing Drive Letter Recognition Software, you agree to the terms of the END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT This document is a legal agreement between you (hereinafter referred to as the User) and Sony Corporation (hereinafter referred to as Sony Corporation) regarding the right to use the software (hereinafter referred to as the SOFTWARE). By using the SOFTWARE you agree to the terms and conditions of the Agreement between the User and Sony Corporation. 1. Copyright and all other rights in relation to the SOFTWARE and documents accompanying the SOFTWARE belong to Sony Corporation or the natural or legal person who is their original legal owner (hereinafter - the original legal owner) and who granted Sony the right to use the SOFTWARE. The user is not granted any other rights other than those specified in this agreement. 2. Sony Corporation grants the User a non-exclusive, indivisible and non-transferable right to use the SOFTWARE in order to use the Sony Card Reader / Writer for various types of cards for which this SOFTWARE is intended. 3. The User is prohibited from transferring the Right of Use described above to any third party, or allowing any third party to use the SOFTWARE, unless the User obtains appropriate prior written permission from Sony. 4. The User is prohibited from exporting and exporting the SOFTWARE or the documentation attached to the SOFTWARE outside the country in which the User installed the SOFTWARE. 23 in which the User has installed the SOFTWARE. 23 in which the User has installed the SOFTWARE.
The user is prohibited from (i) updating, supplementing or changing, as well as (ii) disassembling or decompiling the SOFTWARE, in whole or in part. 6. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, PURPOSE AND PURPOSE. 7. In the event of any disputes in relation to copyright, patent or other intangible property rights infringement that may arise between the User and a third party as a result of using the SOFTWARE, the User undertakes to settle such disputes at his own expense and not to bring claims to Sony, nor the original legal owner. 8. Sony Corporation has the right to revoke the license granted to you, if you receive notice of your failure to comply with any of these terms. The fact of cancellation will not be retroactive either in respect of payment or in respect of compensation for damages. In the event of cancellation, you must immediately destroy the software and all copies in any form. 9. This Agreement exists in several versions in languages other than English, intended for informational purposes only. In the event of any discrepancy between the English and other language versions, the English version will prevail. 24 This Agreement exists in several versions in languages other than English, intended for informational purposes only. In the event of any discrepancy between the English and other language versions, the English version will prevail. 24 This Agreement exists in several versions in languages other than English, intended for informational purposes only. In the event of any discrepancy between the English and other language versions, the English version will prevail.
