Delkin Devices eFilm Reader-11 CompactFlash Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 eFilm Reader-11 CompactFlash /SmartMedia Reader...
  • Page 2: Included Components

    Introduction Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of the eFilm Reader-11 combination CompactFlash Type II and SmartMedia to USB reader/writer. Before you begin use of this product, please take some time to read all instructions and warranty information. The Reader-11 is designed to read and write to Compact Flash Cards Type I and II and SmartMedia Cards of every capacity.
  • Page 3 Hardware Installation for Windows and Macintosh Insert the USB plug of the eFilm Reader-11 into the USB port of your computer or hub.
  • Page 4: Driver Installation Procedure

    Installation Procedure for Windows® 98/ME/2000 Before using the eFilm Reader-11, you must install the device drivers located on the accompanying CD-ROM. The drivers are plug-and-play and will be installed by the Windows Hardware Wizard upon detection of the Reader-11. Uninstall any previous driver versions before proceeding.
  • Page 5: Installation Procedure For Apple Macintosh

    Installation Procedure for Apple Macintosh Before connecting the Reader-11, you must install the device drivers located on the accompanying CD-ROM. 1. Start Mac OS 8.6+ and insert the CD-ROM containing the drivers. 2. If the installation program does not start automatically, double-click on the Driver CD icon that appears on the desktop.
  • Page 6: Inserting A Card

    Inserting a Card CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards can be installed simultaneously, and files can be transferred from one card to the other without first copying them to the hard drive. To avoid damaging the card or the Reader, do not use force when inserting the card. CompactFlash card: Position the card with the top label side toward the left edge of the Reader.
  • Page 7: Smartmedia Card

    SmartMedia card: Position the card with the gold side toward the left edge of the Reader. Insert it gently but firmly into the SmartMedia (right) slot of the Reader until it is firmly seated. Removing a CompactFlash or SmartMedia Card First and foremost, close any files residing on the card that are open.
  • Page 8: Led Status Table

    LED Status Table Each card slot of the eFilm Reader-11 is equiped with an LED to indicate card activity. Use the LED Status Table to determine when it is safe to insert or remove a card. Status CompactFlash SmartMedia User Action Device Ok to insert or Ready...
  • Page 9 First Time CompactFlash Card Use Under Windows When a CompactFlash card is first installed under Windows, an ADD NEW HARDWARE Wizard will appear. In most cases, the software will be loaded automatically. Otherwise, it will be necessary to implement the steps below the first time any new brand, or type of CF card is installed.
  • Page 10: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Windows When the Reader is connected, two “Removable Disk” drive icons will appear in “My Computer”, one for each card slot. The first one will be the CompactFlash slot and the second will be for the SmartMedia slot. The letters assigned to these icons will vary acording to the configuration of your computer.
  • Page 11: Operational Notes

    Operational Notes The eFilm Reader-11 is compatible with all CompactFlash™ Cards that comply with specifications regulated and certified by the CompactFlash Association (CFA), and SmartMedia Cards that comply with specifications set forth by the SSFDC Forum. • A corrupt file on your CompactFlash or SmartMedia card can cause a device failure or system crash when transferring files to your computer.
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This is a basic “common” troubleshooting list. If your problem isn’t solved by those listed, Please visit our web site http://www.delkin.com for FAQs and current information on compatibility issues as well as the latest software drivers. Or see the back page for contacting Tech Support. SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION...
  • Page 13 ONE YEAR PRODUCT WARRANTY Delkin Devices, Inc. (DDI) warrants that this product has been thoroughly tested and is free from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty is expressly limited to product repair, modification, or replacement, at the sole discretion of DDI. The maximum liability for any aspect of this warranty will be limited to an amount not exceeding the original product purchase price.

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