Care and Safety Information ...1 System Requirements...1 Introduction ...2 PHOTO HARDDISK Components ...3 Standalone Operation...4 Battery Operation...4 Turn on and Turn off PHOTO HARDDISK...5 Icon Description...6 Memory Cards Back Up...7 Backup Log ... 10 Date and Time Setup... 10 Menu Language ... 11 Password Setup ...
Care and Safety Information Do not drop, shake, or hit this product as this may cause permanent damage on the internal hard disk. Do not use or store this product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car, or bathroom.
Introduction The PHOTO HARDDISK is the perfect companion for the digital photographer as well as the mobile computer user. You can easily use this product to back up most popular digital camera flash media or use it as an external hard disk. If you fill up your flash card with pictures and would like to keep shooting.
PHOTO HARDDISK Components POWER / ENTER Key: ① By pressing and holding this key for 2~3 seconds, PHOTO HARDDISK can be turned on. Inserting a memory card will also automatically turn the unit on. Press this key to execute a menu selection. UP and DOWN Key: Move the selection up and down or change setup setting.
Standalone Operation Battery Operation Fully charge the battery before first time use. Please charge your new battery or battery that has not been used for over 6 months for at least 6 hours before use to make sure maximum battery performance. You can recharge the battery with the AC adapter.
Replacing Battery You can replace the battery yourself. Please contact your dealer for replacement battery. Follow the steps outlined below to remove the old battery: 1. Turn off power and remove all connectors and memory cards. 2. Remove two screws on top cover as 3.
Icon Description Status of the 4-in-1 card slot – not inserted Status of the 4-in-1 card slot – inserted Status of the CF / MD card slot – not inserted Status of the CF / MD card slot – inserted Work in progress, wait.
Memory Cards Back Up CF Card / Micro Drive 1. Insert the memory card into CF / MD card slot, PHOTO HARDDISK will power on automatically. 2. When a CF card or Micro Drive is inserted, the EJECT key on top cover will pop up. 3.
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SD / MMC Card 1. For Mini SD and RS-MMC cards, a card adapter (not provided) must be attached before inserting them into the 4-in-1 card slot. 2. For Mini SD card in particular, insulation paper (provided) needs to be taped on the card adapter before use to prevent any malfunctions from happening.
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MS / MS Pro Card 1. For MS Duo and MS Pro Duo cards in this card group, a card adapter (not provided) must be attached before inserting them into the 4-in-1 card slot. 2. For both MS Duo and MS Pro Duo cards, insulation paper (provided) needs to be taped on the card adapter before use to prevent any malfunctions from happening.
Notes on Folders and Files on Memory Card Maximum number of files and folders on memory card supported by PHOTO HARDDISK: Maximum number of total folders: 255 Maximum number folder depth: 8 layers Maximum number of total files: 9999 Filename length of memory cards: PHOTO HARDDISK will use the original filename when its length does not exceeding 39 Unicode characters.
Menu Language The Photo HARDDISK supports two menu languages. The second language can be set up with the utility program for Photo HARDDISK. Please refer to PC Operation for details in setting up the second language. To change the menu language: 1.
PC Operation You can use a PC to access the internal hard disk and card reader slots of the Photo HARDDISK, just like they are USB 2.0 external HD and card reader. For Windows 98SE users, a device driver needs to be installed before connecting the Photo HARDDISK.
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Driver and Utility Installation 1. Do not connect PHOTO HARDDISK to computer yet. 2. Insert the Driver and Utility CD into computer’s optical drive, the installation window should automatically appear on the screen. If the installation window doesn’t show up, go to “My Computer”...
Connecting to PC Note: Windows 98SE user needs to install device driver first before connecting the PHOTO HARDDISK to the computer. Please follow the procedures described in “Software Installation” to install the device driver. 1. Use your index finger to push aside the USB connector cover on top of PHOTO HARDDISK. Connect the mini-USB plug to the connector.
PHOTO HARDDISK Utility Program The PHOTO HARDDISK Utility Program is provided to allow you to configure the startup screen and 2nd menu language. You can select the startup screen from the one provided by the utility program or import from your own creation. You can also load the 2nd menu language to the PHOTO HARDDISK. You can select the active menu language from the two available menu languages.
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You can create your startup screen by using image editing software like “Paint” When creating your own startup image, use with sharp outline and sharp contrast to achieve better results There are three commands that allow you to rotate ( the loaded image before updating the PHOTO HARDDISK 4.
Troubleshooting If you use Mini SD, RS-MMC, MS Duo, or MS Pro Duo, a card adapter (not provided) must be used before inserting them into the 4-in-1 card slot. If you encounter operation errors while you are using any of these 3 cards - Mini SD / MS Duo / MS Pro Duo, please check whether you have taped the card with insulation paper as instructed.
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