Internal Multi-Card Reader/Writer - Manuals, Specs & Warranty
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1. 2 Install the new front panel left side first as illustrated and then push the right side until you hear a click Installing the Reader Writer e Read your PC and motherboard manuals thoroughly e Before installing the reader writer in your computer be sure to turn off the power and remove the AC power cord from the outlet Recent computers remain internally live even after Windows is shut down When connecting the reader writer s USB cable to your motherboard first read the motherboard manual to learn the position and pin assignment of USB header Installing the USB cable to this reader writer into other terminals such as IEEE1394 header into a USB header with a different pin assignment on the motherboard or inserting it incorrectly may cause serious damage not only to the reader writer but also to the computer and other connected devices in the worst case it makes fire or smoke To Install the Reader Writer 1 Unplug your computer from the AC power outlet 2 Follow your computer and motherboard manual to prepare a drive bay for this reader writer 3 Insert the reader writer into the drive bay of your computer Secure the reader writer with four screws Connect the USB cable to the USB header on the motherboard Make sure it is connected in the correct directions or amp OOOO OOOOO 1 Connector USB Header Reinstall the cover on your computer Plug your computer to the AC power2. but this will not affect their operation Removing a Memory Card Note Be sure to follow the steps described below Do not remove a memory card without following this procedure as it may cause damage to the data stored on the memory card 1 Make sure the access indicator is not blinking 2 Open My Computer 3 Right click the removable disk icon and select Eject 4 Pull the memory card straight out gt gt S gt gt gt _ _ lt K amp lt eTY X T oe Troubleshooting Before consulting your Sony representative verify the following If the problem still persists consult your local Sony dealer Problem Solution gt Your computer and the reader writer may not be properly connected Disconnect the reader writer from the computer and reconnect it The computer does not detect the reader writer The removable disk icon gt Your computer and the reader does not appear writer may not be properly connected See Installing the Reader Writer and make sure the connection is correct p A USB device other than the reader writer is connected to the USB port on the computer The memory card cannot be gt No memory card is inserted Insert a accessed with Windows memory card into the proper slot Explorer or My Computer The computer does not gt The memory card is not fully recognize the memory card inserted Insert the card completel
3. Cards use the same slot so you cannot use them at the same time e The Memory Stick media all use the same slot so you cannot use them at the same time e Only DOS format is supported Memory cards in other formats are not supported About Memory Stick What is Memory Stick Memory Stick is a compact size IC recording medium with a large capacity It has been designed not only for exchanging sharing digital data among Memory Stick compliant products but also for serving as an insertable removable external storage medium that can save data Notes on Memory Stick On formatting initialization e If you format a medium in which data has been already written all the data and software will be erased Please be cautious not to mistakenly erase any important data e Please make sure to format initialize a medium with the formatter of a Memory Stick compliant product If it is initialized with Windows Explorer a FORMAT ERROR occurs and data on the medium can no longer be used by this product About the size of Memory Stick e When you use Memory Stick Duo on the product please make sure to attach the media to a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor before inserting into the product If you attempt to insert Memory Stick Duo into this product without attaching it to an adaptor there is a possibility that the Memory Stick Duo cannot be pulled out of the product e Do not insert mul
4. CompactFlash Microdrive Slot SmartMedia xD Picture Card Slot MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card Slot and Memory Stick Slot For example if the computer has an A C and D drive before connecting the reader writer the drive letters will be assigned as follows when the reader writer is connected Computer drive name Corresponding memory card Removable Disk E CompactFlash MicroDrive Removable Disk F SmartMedia xD Picture Card Removable Disk G MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card Removable Disk H Memory Stick media 3 Insert a memory card into the corresponding slot When a volume label has been assigned to the memory card the volume label will be displayed together with the removable disk icon 4 Use the removable disk icon to read or write data on the memory card If the following message appears the memory card has not been recognized correctly even though the access indicator lights up Remove the card and insert it again Insert disk Please insert a disk into drive G Cancel e Use the removable disk icon for the memory card you are using e It may take a while for the removable disk icons to appear e If the removable disk icons do not appear uninstall the reader writer from your computer and then install again e Depending on your operating system and the type of memory card you are using the reader writer drives may be recognized as Local Disks instead of Removable Disks
5. device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTICE TO USERS All rights reserved This manual described herein in whole or in part may not be reproduced or translated to any machine readable form without prior written approval from Sony Corporation IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL THE DEVICE DRIVERS OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice SONY CORPORATION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY PROGRAMS DATA OR OTHER INFORMATION STORED ON ANY MEDIA Copyright law prohibits unauthorized use of any recorded audio video for any other purpose than personal enjoyment Please be warned that the Memory Stick containing images and data protected by copyright shall be strictly used within copyright law Trademarks Vmax 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 registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Microsoft Windows an
6. easy installation SSS EEE System Requirements The reader writer requires the following minimum system configuration e OS Windows 7 Windows Vista Windows XP Home or Professional Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 or later Windows Me Motherboard Interface USB header Package Contents When you unpack the box make sure that it contains all the accessories listed below If anything is missing or damaged contact your retailer e MRW620 U1 Internal Multi Card Reader Writer Front Panel Ivory Operating Instructions Mount Screw M3 x 5 x 4 Warranty Card Parts and Functions Front 1 Access Indicator The indicator blinks when the reader writer accesses data on a memory card 2 SmartMedia xD Picture Card Slot Insert either a SmartMedia memory card or xD Picture Card here USB Port Insert a USB device here 4 CompactFlash Microdrive Slot Insert either a CompactFlash or Microdrive memory card here Remove all other memory cards before using a Microdrive because of its large power consumption MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card Slot Insert either a MultiMediaCard or an SD Memory Card here When inserting a miniSD Card use an adaptor not supplied 6 Memory Stick Slot Insert a Memory Stick media here When inserting a Memory Stick Duo without MagicGate MagicGate Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Duo with Magi
7. from static discharge e Do not subject the Memory Stick to excessive stress or shock e Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick e Keep Memory Stick and other media away from water excessive heat and humidity and from corrosive elements e Do not use or keep Memory Stick under an unfavorable condition as below Extremely hot place such as in a parked car with windows closed in summer a spot under direct sunlight or near an electrical appliance that radiates heat Humid place Place near corrosive substances e If you set Write Protected switch LOCK data cannot be recorded edited or erased e Do not stick anything other than the supplied labels on the label area of Memory Stick e Stick a label precisely within the label area Make sure that the label does not go beyond the area e Carry and keep Memory Stick in the supplied case Notes on using Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo Terminal UULU i 9 a4 Write Protected switch Memo area e When you use Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo without Write Protected switch be careful not to edit or erase important data by mistake e When you use Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo with Write Protected switch data cannot be recorded edited or erased by LOCK the switch e Use an object with a sharp tip to move the Write Protected switch e Do not press on the memo area st
8. is one year from the date of purchase The warranty and technical support service are valid only in the countries or sales regions specified on the warranty card
9. speed 480 Mbps This hi speed transfer rate is theoretical value for the USB standard Actual performance is dependent on the device Power requirements 4 75 V to 5 25 V DC Current consumption Max 500 mA Access indicator Blinks on access Operating environment Temperature 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F Humidity 30 to 80 RH Storage environment Temperature 30 C to 60 C 22 F to 140 F Humidity No condensation Mass Approx 200 g 7 1 oz 1 Except when using Microdrive Be E Dimensions Units mm 9 LOL 5 Ca C ADDS CCDD USB Cable Black for USB devices joued u10 amp UOU S WF os SE USB Cable Beige for memory cards Supported Media The reader writer supports the following media Memory Stick media Memory Stick without MagicGate MagicGate Memory Stick 1 Memory Stick with MagicGate 7 Memory Stick Duo without MagicGate gt MagicGate Memory Stick Duo T Memory Stick Duo with MagicGate 173 Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Memory Stick Micro M2 79S MagicGate is the general name of a copyright protection technology developed by Sony Recording or playback of MagicGate data that uses MagicGate technology is not supported 4 bit parallel data transfer is supported It however va
10. 3 295 886 13 1 SONY Internal Multi Card Reader Writer Operating Instructions Before operating the unit please read this document thoroughly and retain it for future reference This product and manual are intended for persons who have expert knowledge of personal computers PCs Read your PC and motherboard manuals carefully before connecting the product to your PC If you have any questions contact your Sony representative str Memory STICK w MRW620 U1 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in China http www sony net Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the reader writer Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony representative regarding this product Model No MRW620 U1 Serial No You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates
11. cGate Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo or Memory Stick Micro M2 use an adaptor not supplied Rear USB Cable Black for USB devices USB Cable Beige for memory cards USB Cable Black Connected to the USB header on your motherboard For the detail see Installing the Reader Writer USB Cable Beige Connected to the USB header on your motherboard For the detail see Installing the Reader Writer Pin Assignments Ground Shield 5 00000 0000 Front panel in alternate colors ivory is included for use with different computer case color If you want replace the standard black front panel with one of the replacements as follows Connector Replacing the Front Panel Hold the reader writer face front and gently remove the panel How to release Front Panel hook from the hooking hole Insert sharp object such as tweezer into the gap and push gently on the hook to release the front panel Apply too much force may break front panel hook a Push front panel first hook gently to release it from the hole First hook is off from the hole b Push front panel second hook gently to release it from the hole Second hook is off from the hole c Pull out the right side of the front panel as illustrated then remove the panel hen remove Front Panel Remove slowly in this direction with light force
12. d the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and or other countries Other system names product names and company names appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders even though not indicated by the or marks ESEN About this Document This document is intended for customers who specialize in the assembly of build to order and other PCs End users should observe the following items when using this product and manual e Read your PC and motherboard manuals thoroughly e When connecting this Reader Writer s USB cable to your motherboard first read the motherboard manual to learn the position and pin assignment of the USB header Inserting the USB cable of this Reader Writer into other terminals into a USB header with a different pin assignment on the motherboard or inserting it incorrectly may cause serious damage not only to the Reader Writer but also to the PC and other connected devices SSS Overview The MRW620 U1 hereafter referred to as the reader writer has the following features LI Quick and simple data transfer easily transfer images from camera to PC L Compatible with Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick Duo CompactFlash Microdrive xD Picture Card SmartMedia MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card L Changeable front panel Customize your own PC LI Quick and
13. of your computer if it causes any problems While the computer is in standby do not insert or remove any media Antivirus software If you have memory resident antivirus software on your computer the computer may hang or become unusually slow In this case set your antivirus software so it does not scan the media in the reader writer Do not attempt to dismantle repair or alter the reader writer yourself Do not under any circumstances attempt to dismantle repair or alter the reader writer yourself You may not only permanently damage the reader writer and or your computer but may also cause fire or personal injury through electrical shock Operating and storage environments e Do not place the reader writer close to heat sources or in direct sunlight in dusty dirty or humid locations under precipitation such as rain or leave it in a vehicle with the windows closed e If the reader writer interferes with the reception of radio or television signals move the reader writer away from the radio or television e When using the reader writer do not wrap it in cloth sheets or covers as this may cause a malfunction or fire Using the Reader Writer Do not touch and remove a memory card from the reader writer while the access indicator is blinking The data stored on the memory card may be damaged Inserting a Memory Card Insert a memory card into the corresponding slot on the reader writer When inserting a ca
14. ou may not be able to remove it In the unlikely event that a memory card becomes stuck in the reader writer consult your local Sony dealer Reading and Writing Data on a Memory Card The following explanation is illustrated with screens from Windows XP The screens may differ for other versions of Windows 1 Open My Computer Legacy in L My Documents Interr Goa ni i 4 My Recent Documents gt tw Out E Co My Pictures a fa Notepad 2 My Music Paint Shop Pro 5 og My Computer 5 raat Prorom Access and ea Control Panel leFauits P Printers and Faxes Shortcut to WinShot sa Help and Support 3 Tour Windows XP Search pA Q Windows Movie Maker 7 Run Log OFF Turn Off Computer 4 10 12 AM 2 Make sure the removable disk icons appear in My Computer Ld My Computer File Edit View Favorites Tools Help E gt 5 Ss Search Folders Ez Address WY My Computer mea Files Stored on This Computer System Tasks a i G Change a setting Removable Disk E a Removable Disk F g My Network Places Q Removable Disk G My Documents Shared Documents Control Panel a Removable Disk H H 314 Floppy 4 CD Drive D ad My Computer P Removable Disk E System Folder Sw E e Removable Disk F Removable Disk G Sy Removable Disk H Drive letters for the removable disk icons are assigned in alphabetical order to the
15. outlet CON O Start your computer The reader writer is automatically detected You do not need to install any device drivers e On some computers a message may appear asking you to insert the operating system disc When this happens follow the computer s instructions e On some computers the HI SPEED USB Device Plugged into non HI SPEED USB Hub message may appear indicating that a hi speed USB device has been connected to a USB port which does not support hi speed USB If your computer has multiple USB headers try connecting to a different header Otherwise close the message and continue using the reader writer with the current header L HI SPEED USB Device Plugged into non HI SPEED USB Hub 4 HI SPEED USB device is plugged into a non HI SPEED USB hub For assistance in solving this problem click this message gt 4 9 10 03 AM HI SPEED USB Device Attached To non HI SPEED Hub The USB Mass Storage Device is a HI SPEED USB device and will ji function at reduced speed when plugged into a non HI SPEED port There are no HI SPEED USB host controllers installed on this computer E o gt USB Root Hub 2 ports USB Mass Storage Device Unused Port Recommendation The USB Mass Storage Device will Function at reduced speed ou must add a HI SPEED USB host controller to this computer to obtain masimu performance Specifications USB transfer rate Full speed 12 Mbps Hi
16. rd push it in as far as it can go Insert one of the following cards in this slot Insert one of the following cards in this slot e MultiMediaCard e RS MMC e SD SDHC Memory Card e miniSD Card e SmartMedia Use an appropriate adaptor not supplied Insert one of the following cards in this slot e CompactFlash e Microdrive Insert one of the following Memory Stick media in this slot e MagicGate Memory Stick Duo e Memory Stick Duo with MagicGate e Memory Stick PRO e Memory Stick PRO Duo e Memory Stick PRO HG Duo e Memory Stick Micro M2 e Memory Stick without MagicGate e MagicGate Memory Stick e Memory Stick with MagicGate e Memory Stick Duo without MagicGate Use an appropriate adaptor not supplied e Each card slot is designed so a card can only be inserted in the correct direction e Insert only one memory card into the corresponding slot Do not insert multiple cards at the same time e When inserting a Memory Stick Duo without MagicGate MagicGate Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Duo with MagicGate Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Memory Stick Micro M2 or miniSD Card use an appropriate adaptor not supplied e Do not insert a card upside down e Forcibly inserting the card may damage the card or the slot e Ifa memory card is inserted incorrectly y
17. ries depending on each medium how long it takes to read write data M2 is an abbreviation of Memory Stick Micro in this document hereinafter the abbreviation M2 is used With adaptor not supplied only SD memory cards e SD SDHC Memory Card e miniSD card 6 Recording or playback of data that uses SD technology is not supported 7 With adaptor not supplied only Other memory cards MultiMediaCard RS MMC CompactFlash Microdrive SmartMedia xD Picture Card MMCplus and MMCmobile are supported but parallel data transfer is not supported The Microdrive requires more power than other memory cards When using a Microdrive remove other memory cards otherwise an error may occur due to a shortage of power e Not all memory cards are guaranteed to work Operation is not assured if non supported memory cards are used e The capacity of a file to be recorded played back is smaller than 4 GB per file according to the specifications of the file system incorporated in Memory Stick e Although operation check of this product has been performed with up to 8 GB Memory Stick please note that the operation is not guaranteed for every type of Memory Stick e In this manual all types of media listed in Supported Media are generically called memory cards e I O cards that are not memory cards such as GPS cards are not supported e MultiMediaCards and SD Memory
18. rongly when writing e Carry and keep Memory Stick in the supplied case SmartMedia Cards Supported SmartMedia cards The reader writer supports 3 3 volt and 3 volt SmartMedia cards but not the older 5 volt type Notch 3 3 V and 3 V type 5 V type Do not insert a 5 volt SmartMedia card into the reader writer forcibly SmartMedia card handling If the gold contact area of a SmartMedia card is dirty a read error may occur Keep the contact area clean Otherwise do not touch the gold contact area Do not twist or warp the card Protect the card from static electricity SmartMedia card with ID The reader writer does not support the ID information on SmartMedia cards but allows any SmartMedia card with an ID to be used as regular media Other Points to Note Media formatting Do not format initialize memory cards with a computer If you format a memory card with a computer devices such as digital cameras may not be able to use it due to differences in format type FAT size cluster size hard disk type or super floppy disk type If you use a digital camera format memory cards with your camera instead Restrictions on DOS mode In Windows the reader writer does not operate in DOS mode To use the reader writer start up Windows Standby The reader writer supports standby functions based on the PC2000 standard which may not cover the standby function of all computers Disable the standby function
19. tiple Memory Sticks at the same time It might cause damage to the product e When you use Memory Stick Duo attached to a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor please make sure to attach it in the right direction e Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Micro should be kept away from small children to prevent them from accidentally swallowing it e When you use Memory Stick Micro on this product please make sure to attach the media into M2 adaptor of standard Size If you attempt to insert Memory Stick Micro without attaching to M2 adaptor there is a possibility that it cannot be pulled out Memory Stick Micro may not operate properly when the media is put into Duo size M2 Adaptor and inserted all together into Memory Stick Duo adaptor Please use an M2 adaptor of standard size for proper operations U K SSS Usage Notes Memory Stick Media Notes on using Memory Stick media Terminal LOCK Write Protected switch Label area e Do not remove Memory Stick while data is being read or written e Data may be damaged if You remove Memory Stick or disconnect the USB cable while data is being read or written You use Memory Stick in a place where it is susceptible to static electricity or electric noise e You can keep backup copies of important data on a Memory Stick e Avoid touching the metal terminals on the Memory Stick to prevent damage
20. uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment If you have any questions about this product you may call the telephone number listed in Technical Support The telephone number below is not for customer service but only for official purposes Declaration of Conformity Trade Name SONY Model No MRW620 Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego CA 92127 U S A 858 942 2230 Telephone No This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This
21. y gt I he memory card is not inserted straight Remove the card and insert it again The computer cannot read gt The memory card is not fully write the memory card inserted Insert the card completely gt The memory card is not inserted straight Remove the card and insert it again The read write speed is gt The speed may vary depending on slow the environment or the memory card being used This is not a malfunction With Windows 2000 or gt Make sure that the USB Mass Windows Me the drive icon Storage Device is not displayed as of the unit does not appear in the Device Manager If it is in the My Computer delete it disconnect the USB cable window from your computer and then reconnect it SSS SSS SS Eee ee Technical Support Local technical support service is only available in the following sales regions O For customers in the USA Sony Electronics Inc Monday to Saturday 8 00 a m 8 00 p m CT e Toll free 1 800 588 3847 e Free telephone support is offered for 90 days after your first call USA technical support only Web based technical support is free and available 24 hours a day 7 days a week e Web site http sony storagesupport com Warranty Card e A warranty card should be provided with this product at the place of purchase e Please read the warranty card fill in the specified information and retain it for future reference e The warranty period
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