Connecting The Camera To A Computer - Minolta Dimage S304 Instruction Manual

DATA-TRANSFER MODE

CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER

A fresh set of batteries should be used when the camera is connected to a computer.
The use of the AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended over the use of batteries.
For users with Windows 98, 98SE, or Mac OS 8.6, read the respective sections on how
to install the necessary USB driver before connecting the camera to a computer
(Windows 98 - p. 96, OS 8.6 - p. 99).
Start up the computer.
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• The computer must be turned on before connecting the camera.
Insert the CompactFlash card into the camera.
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• Confirm that the correct card is in the camera. To change the CompactFlash while the
camera is connected to a computer, see page 104.
Open the card-slot door. Attach the smaller plug of
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the USB cable to the camera.
• Make sure the plug is firmly attached.
4 Attach the other end of the USB cable to the com-
puter's USB port.
• Make sure the plug is firmly attached.
• The camera should be connected directly to the
computer's USB port. Attaching the camera to a USB
hub may prevent the camera from operating
properly.
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Set the mode dial to the data-transfer position to initi-
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ate the USB connection.
• A screen will appear to indicate the beginning of the
connection process. When the signal has
been received by the computer, the LCD
monitor will turn off.
When the camera is properly connected to the computer, a drive icon will appear. If the
computer does not recognize the camera, disconnect the camera and restart the com-
puter. Repeat the connection procedure above.
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Initializing USB
connection
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