Sony MSAC-US40 Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 3-197-477-22(1) Memory Stick USB Reader/Writer Operating Instructions MSAC-US40...
- Page 2 For the Customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Service Center, 1-800-222-7669 (SONY). The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Trade Name Model Responsible Party : Sony Electronics lnc.
- Page 3 USB cable again. Notice for customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61,70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
- Page 4 Program©2005, 2007 Sony Corporation Documentation©2007 Sony Corporation • , Memory Stick, MagicGate Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, , MagicGate Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO, , Memory Stick PRO Duo, Stick PRO-HG Duo, , M2, , “SonicStage” and trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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Page 5: Precautions On Use
Precautions on use Pay attention to the following points when using this unit. • If the unit becomes dirty, wipe with a soft cloth. Never use benzine, alcohol, paint thinner or other solvents, which may cause the unit to become deformed or to malfunction. •... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Precautions on use ... 5 Checking the included items ... 7 Memory Stick ™ media (not supplied) types that can be used with this unit ... 8 System requirements ... 9 Supplied software for Windows OS ... 12 About the Operating Instructions and Help ... -
Page 7: Checking The Included Items
Checking the included items • Memory Stick USB Reader/Writer (1) PNote (The standard size of Memory Stick ™ media/the Duo size compatible slot) You can use a standard size or a duo size Memory Stick ™ media in the same slot. No adaptor is required. (You cannot use both the sizes of Memory Stick ™... -
Page 8: Memory Stick ™ Media (Not Supplied) Types That Can Be Used With This Unit
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Memory Stick Micro (M2)* • Sony does not guarantee this unit to operate with all kinds of Memory Stick ™ media. It has been checked to operate with any Memory Stick ™ media up to 8 GB (MSX-M8GS) (as of July, 2007). Check the following URL to see which kinds of Memory Stick ™... -
Page 9: System Requirements
System requirements Recommended Windows OS environment • OS Windows 2000: Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 or later Windows XP: Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 or later/ Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 or later/Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 Service Pack 2 or later/Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 2 or later Windows Vista:... - Page 10 Recommended Mac OS environment • OS: Mac OS 9.2.2/X (v10.2-10.4) * The operating systems mentioned above must be installed on the computer when shipped from the factory. * Operation is not guaranteed for upgraded operating systems even if they are among those mentioned above. •...
- Page 11 On System Restore of Windows XP/Windows Vista When using the Windows XP or Windows Vista, executing the “System Restore” item in System Tools may make it impossible to play back the songs managed by “SonicStage CP” software. Therefore, be sure to back up the song data managed by “SonicStage CP”...
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Page 12: Supplied Software For Windows Os
Supplied software for Windows OS The supplied Windows CD-ROM contains the following software programs. Device driver It is necessary to install the device driver before you use this unit. For how to install the device driver, see page 15. “Memory Stick Formatter” (Windows OS) This is a software program for formatting (initializing) of Memory Stick ™... -
Page 13: About The Operating Instructions And Help
About the Operating Instructions and Help About the Operating Instructions on the CD- For details on how to use this unit, see these Operating Instructions. Adobe Reader from Adobe Systems Incorporated is required to view PDF files. For details on how to use Adobe Reader, see the online Help manual for Adobe Reader. - Page 14 • Left frame Contents or Keywords are displayed here. • Right frame Displays explanations. Clicking underlined parts in the text displays related explanations. 14-GB...
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Page 15: Installing Supplied Software On Your Computer (When Using Windows Os)
Installing supplied software on your computer (When Using Windows OS) Follow the instructions below to install the software before you connect this unit to your computer. PNotes • Do not install the software with the unit connected to your computer. •... - Page 16 To end installation of the software at this point, click [Exit]. If you do so, “SonicStage CP” software will not be installed. To view the Operating Instructions, select [Start] – [All Programs] – [Sony Memory Stick Reader Writer] – [MSAC-US40 Instructions Manual]. 16-GB...
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Page 17: Installing "Sonicstage Cp" Software On Your Computer
Installing “SonicStage CP” software on your computer Do as follows to install “SonicStage CP” software. Click the [SonicStage] button in the menu. Select your region in the region selection dialog box, and click the [Next] button. Click the [Install SonicStage] button. Carefully read the License Agreement, and then click the [Yes] button. -
Page 18: Connecting This Unit To Your Computer
Connecting this unit to your computer Connect the USB port on this unit to a USB port on your computer using the special USB cable supplied. USB port On the USB cable A connector: This is plugged into the USB port on the computer. Any ports can be used if the computer is provided with multiple USB ports. - Page 19 Recommended ways for connecting this unit The operation of this unit has been confirmed when connected to the computer in either of the following ways. • When this unit is connected to a USB port on the computer main unit, and nothing is connected to other USB ports on the computer main unit.
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Page 20: Confirming That Connections Are Completed
Confirming that connections are completed In the following, Windows XP OS is used for instructions. Depending on your OS type and the settings, the screens may look different. Open the “My Computer” folder. The “My Computer” folders appear. Confirm that the newly recognized Memory Stick - MG (F:) icon is shown. -
Page 21: Disconnecting The Unit From Your Computer
Click the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon in the task tray in the lower right corner of the screen. This section is the task tray. Click “Safely remove Sony Memory Stick USB Reader/Writer (MSAC-US40)-Drive (F:).” * The drive letter “(F:),” etc. differs depending on the computer used. - Page 22 [The ’Sony Memory Stick USB Reader/Writer (MSAC-US40)’ device can now be safely removed from the system.] is displayed. In this condition, you can safely remove this unit from your computer. PNote The indications may be different depending on the OS that you are using.
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Page 23: How To Use (When Using Mac Os)
How to Use (When using Mac OS) You can use the driver provided as a standard feature of the OS. Operate as described in the following. You can use this unit without installing the driver, by simply connecting this unit to your computer. Turn on your computer. - Page 24 Memory Stick ™ media. Unplug the USB cable or remove the Memory Stick ™ media after performing these operations. Sony will not be liable for any damage caused as a result of not following the instructions above.
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Page 25: About "Sonicstage Cp" Software
About “SonicStage CP” software “SonicStage CP” software is music management software for enjoying music. With “SonicStage CP” software, you can enjoy listening to music sources such as music CDs, etc., or you can import music into the hard disk of your PC for a complete management of your collection. - Page 26 Transferring imported music data to another device or Memory Stick ™ media for listening outside the PC environment Music files imported into the hard disk (“My Library”) of your PC can be transferred to Memory Stick ™ media. Music files transferred to the Memory Stick ™ media can be played outside the PC environment using devices such as portable audio player, etc.
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Page 27: Before Using "Sonicstage Cp" Software
Before using “SonicStage CP” software Before using “SonicStage CP” software, please read the following cautionary items. Cautions concerning launching “SonicStage CP” software and other “OpenMG” compatible software Do not launch “SonicStage CP” software and other “OpenMG” compatible software (software capable of running/managing “OpenMG” format files) simultaneously. -
Page 28: Restrictions Imposed By The Copyright Protection
Restrictions imposed by the copyright protection The “SonicStage CP” software employs “OpenMG” Sony-developed copyright protection technology to safeguard the copyright of music content. It enables you to enjoy a wide range of music via online music distribution services. The number of times you can record or play back may be restricted due to the copyright protection of music content. -
Page 29: Launching "Sonicstage Cp" Software
Launching “SonicStage CP” software From the [Start] button of Windows, click [All Programs] – [SonicStage] – [SonicStage]. “SonicStage CP” software is launched and the main window appears. PTips • When using Windows 2000 OS, launch “SonicStage CP” software by clicking from the [Start] button of Windows: [Programs] – [SonicStage] –... -
Page 30: Formatting (Initializing) Of Memory Stick™ Media
For the details on how to use the “Memory Stick Formatter,” refer to the manual supplied with the “Memory Stick Formatter.” You can download the “Memory Stick Formatter” at the following Web Site. http://www.sony.net/memorystick/supporte/ PNote If you format Memory Stick ™ media that contains recorded data, the already recorded data will be deleted. -
Page 31: Precautions For Use Of Memory Stick™ Media
– When used in a location subject to static electricity or electrical noise • Always backup important data. Sony does not accept liability for damage of the data. • Data protected by “MagicGate” copy protection can only be used with a “MagicGate”... - Page 32 • Do not allow the Memory Stick ™ media to come in contact with liquids. • Do not use or store the Memory Stick ™ media in the following environments: – Where the temperature is too high (in a car with closed windows during summer, in direct sunlight, near a heater, etc.) –...
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Page 33: Uninstalling (Deleting) The Software
Uninstalling (Deleting) the software After logging on as Administrator, perform the procedure described below. For how to log on as Administrator, see the manual for the computer that you are using. Windows 2000 Click [Start] – [Settings] – [Control Panel]. Double-click the “Add/Remove Programs”... -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Symptom The Memory Stick icon (Removable disk) is not displayed. The Memory Stick ™ media cannot be accessed from Explorer or My Computer. The access lamp is not on when Memory Stick ™ media is inserted. Music data can no longer be used on the computer. -
Page 35: Specifications
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. If you have any questions/comments related to this product, please visit our Customer Support website at http://www.sony.net/memorystick/supporte/ Max. 500 mA (during operation) Max. 0.5 mA (PC suspend time) Approx. 39 mm... -
Page 36: Limited Warranty
Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, SONY will, at its option, (i) repair the product using new or refurbished parts or (ii) replace the product with a new or refurbished product. - Page 37 God, misuse, limitations of technology, or modification of or to any part of the SONY product. This Limited Warranty does not cover SONY products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or consumables (such as fuses or batteries).
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