Elecom MR3-K012BK User Manual

USB 3.0 Memory reader/writer
MR3-K012 Series
User's manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the USB 3.0 Memory reader/writer, MR3-K012 Series.
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This product is a memory reader/writer used by connecting to the USB port of Windows
This instruction manual explains how to use the product. Please read this manual thoroughly before using
the product for the correct way to use it.

Safety Precautions

When connecting and disconnecting this product, always observe the manufacturer's
precautions regarding the main unit of the connected devices and peripheral devices.
Do not attempt to disassemble, modify or repair this product.
Doing so may cause a fire, an electric shock, or product damage. Any product damage caused
by such behavior shall not be guaranteed.
Do not use this product or any device to which this product is connected in areas where water is
used or with high humidity.
Doing so may cause a fire, an electric shock, or product damage.
Before touching this product for connecting and disconnecting, be sure to touch a metal object
(such as a steel desk or a metal door handle) to discharge static electricity.
Static electricity may damage this product.
If any abnormality is sensed, stop using the product immediately, and contact the retailer you
purchased the product from.
Use or store this product out of children's reach. Accidentally swallowing this may cause
suffocation or a health hazard. Contact a doctor immediately if a child has swallowed it or is
suspected to have swallowed it.

Usage Precautions

• This product is for USB3.0. If connected to the USB port of a USB2.0 interface, the transfer rate will
be in accordance with USB2.0.
• It may take a minute or so for this product to be recognized by the device after it has been connected.
• Reading/writing may not be available for some of the specially formatted or old type media.
• When using media with a digital camera or a mobile phone, format the media in these devices.
• Media formatted using a PC may not be applicable. In such cases, format (initialize) the media using
the device to be used.
• When removing this product, observe the method described in this manual, otherwise files may be
lost.
• ELECOM Co., Ltd. shall bear no responsibility whatsoever for any data loss or damage resulting
from the use of this product.
• Use this product and media with attention to the connecting directions.
• This product does not support standby or sleep modes.
• This product does not support I/O type cards including modems.
• Do not use this product in humid or dusty environments.
• Never allow a strong shock to the product.
• To clean the product, wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth.
• Do not use benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or similar liquids.

Specifications

Product name USB 3.0 Memory reader/writer
Product model number MR3-K012BK/MR3-K012WH
Windows10/8.1/7/Vista(SP2)/XP(SP3)
Macintosh OS X 10.11
Supported OS
(In some cases, updating to the latest OS version or installing a service pack
may be required.)
USB3.0/2.0
To use this product with USB3.0 Super speed (SS) mode (at maximum transfer
Interface
rate 5Gbps theoretical value), USB3.0 interface (or a PC corresponding to
USB3.0) is dispensable.
External dimensions Approx. W 88 mm x D 40 mm x H 12 mm
Cable length Approx. 6 cm
Operating temperature 5°C - 40°C
Operating humidity 30 - 80% (No condensation allowed)
Weight Approx. 32 g
For the latest information on supported media, visit the official ELECOM website (www.elecom.
co.jp/). *Only available in Japanese.
• Insert only one media card into the memory card slot.
Media may not be recognized if multiple cards are inserted at the same time.
y This product does not support copyright protection.

Explanation on parts and information on the memory card slot

PC / Macintosh.
SD card
slot
CF slot
microSD
slot
LED
Red light turns on when the memory card is inserted. The red light flickers during reading/writing.
Do not remove the memory card from the slot when the LED of this product is
flickering.
Do not disconnect this product from the PC.
Doing so may cause product damage and result in file damage or loss.
Storage part for the cable and connector

How to insert a memory card

Make sure to insert the memory card into the proper memory card slot in a correct orientation and straight manner.
For the latest information on supported media, visit the official ELECOM website ( www.elecom.co.jp/).
Do not insert the card with the terminal end up-side-down or a different card, otherwise the terminal and/or the
data may be damaged.
SD card slot
(Supported media)
SD Memory Card
SDHC Memory Card
SDXC Memory Card
Face the terminal
end downwards
miniSD memory cards can be written or read using a
conversion adapter.
When using SDXC memory cards / microSDXC memory cards:
Can be written to or read directly with Windows
Update to SP1 or above for using with Windows Vista
Update to SP2 or above and install the update program for using with Windows
For more details on the update program, refer to the Microsoft document No. KB955704.
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Supports exFAT format for MAC OS X, 10.6.5 and later.
CF slot
(Supported media)
Compact Flash
Micro-drive
Narrow
Fit widths of the prominent part of the memory
card slot and the depression of the memory card.
Surface with a label
Wide
USB connector Narrow
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(Supported media)
Multimedia Card
RSMMC
Face the terminal
end downwards
MMCmicro can be written or read using a conversion
adapter.
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10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7, and Windows Vista (SP1 or above).
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XP.
Wide
Insert it in a correct orientation
and straight manner with
attention to the pin of the slot.
See the reverse side of the manual for the information on connecting to/removing from each terminal.
microSD slot
(Supported media)
microSD Memory Card
microSDHC Memory Card
microSDXC Memory Card
Face the terminal
end downwards