Removing A Multimediacard; Formatting A Multimediacard; Operational Notes - Delkin Devices DDREADER-08 User Manual

USB SD / MultiMediaCard Reader

Removing a MultiMediaCard

First close any files residing on the card that are open. This will prevent errors from a
program trying to access data on a card no longer in the Reader. On a Macintosh, drag
the card icon to Trash before removing the card.
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DO NOT remove the MultiMediaCard while files are being accessed or transferred.
This could result in loss of data and/or damage to the card.
To remove a MultiMediaCard, simply pull it from the Reader.

Formatting a MultiMediaCard

Although most cards are factory formatted, some cameras and MultiMediaCard devices
may require the card to be formatted in the camera or device before initial use. Some
devices, such as MP3 players, use a proprietary format that will make the card unrecog-
nizable to the computer or camera. Refer to the device manual for more information.
Macintosh users: It is strongly recommended that you DO NOT format or initialize cards
with the computer, as the Mac file system is not recognized by most devices and could
make the card unreaable by your device. Format cards using the camera or device.
Formatting a MultiMediaCard will erase all pictures or files on the card.
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Formatting should be performed in the camera or MultiMediaCard device to insure
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compatibility.
Formatting should not be used to clear unwanted files from the card.
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If you do wish to format a card with a computer, perform the following steps:
1. In My Computer, right-click on the appropriate Removable Disk.
2. Select Format and follow on-screen instructions.
Note: a corrupt or malfuntioning MultiMediaCard can be reformatted using the
CARDPREP program located in the Start/Programs/Pocket Reader-MMC menu.

Operational Notes

A corrupt file on your MultiMediaCard can cause a device failure or system crash
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when transferring files to your computer. Recovery programs such as Scandisk can
be used to detect and repair most disk errors. It may also be necessary to re-format
the card, which will erase all files stored on the card. Some of the causes of file
corruption are:
> Unsteady power supply while transferring files, such as a low camera battery or
improperly connected reader.
> Card removed from reader or camera, or any other type of interruption while
transfering or accessing files.
> Improperly formatted card.
A MultiMediaCard that cannot be accessed by the Pocket Reader can be placed
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back in the camera, where the cameras picture viewing option can be used to
determine if the card is functioning normally. If the card no longer functions in the
camera, this may indicate a file corruption or other problem with the card.
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