Elecom MR3-A001 series User Manual

USB 3.0 Multi-memory Reader/Writer
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Thank you for purchasing the MR3-A001 Series USB 3.0 multi-memory reader/
writer.
This user's manual explains how to set up the product. Please thoroughly read
this user's manual before use, to ensure proper setup of the product.

Safety Precautions

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• Always observe the cautions issued by PC and peripheral device manufacturers
when connecting and disconnecting this product.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, modify or repair this product by yourself.
Doing so may cause a fire, electric shock, or product damage and may void the
warranty.
• Do not use this product or any PC to which this product is connected in areas
where water is used or in very humid environments.
Doing so may cause a fire, electric shock, or product damage.
• When connecting and disconnecting this product, always touch a metal object
(such as a steel desk or a metal door handle) to discharge static electricity before
touching this product.
Static electricity may damage this product.
• If you suspect something is wrong with the product, discontinue use immediately.
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Specifications

• OS .................................. Windows ® 7, Windows Vista ® (up to SP2), Windows
(SP1 to SP3), Windows 2000 (SP4)
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Mac OS X (10.2 to 10.6.6)
In the above OSs, the drivers provided with the OSs can
be used.
• Interface ......................... USB 3.0
A USB 3.0 interface (or PC supporting USB 3.0) is required
when using USB 3.0 SS Mode (max. data transfer speed
of 5 Gbps).
• Operating temperature ..5 to 40°C
• Operating humidity ........30 to 80%
• Dimensions ................... 85.0 (W) x 52.5 (D) x 15.0(H) mm
(Not including protruding parts)
• Included items ............... Manual x1
USB 3.0 cable (Approx. 0.5 m) x1
Part names and information on the memory card slot
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and USB port
Slot
1
Slot
5
Slot
MR3-A001 series
User's Manual
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Usage Precautions

• This product is USB 3.0 certified. The product will operate at USB 2.0 speeds when
connected to a USB 2.0 port or Mac.
• If the PC is started when a memory card is inserted in this product, a disk scan may
be performed automatically, even if the PC had no previous abnormal termination
errors.
• If the PC is started when a memory card is inserted in this product, even if the
device has been connected before, the "Found New Hardware" message may be
displayed.
• It may take a minute or so for this product to be recognised by the PC after it has been
connected. Wait until you can operate the computer.
• Certain types of media, including older media and media that uses special formats,
may not be compatible with this product.
• Before using media with digital cameras, mobile phones, or other devices, format it
with the device that you use.
It may not always be possible to use media that has been formatted using a PC. In
such cases, media can be used by first formatting it on the device with which it is
to be used.
• MagicGate has a copyright protection feature.
• Please follow the removal of this product, to the procedure "5 Disconnect the card
reader from the PC ". There is a possibility the file disappearing.
• ELECOM Co., Ltd. shall bear no responsibility whatsoever for any data loss or damage
resulting from the use of this product.
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• Always insert and remove media from this product with the correct orientation and
alignment.
• This product does not support standby or sleep modes.
• This product does not support modem cards or similar I/O cards.
• Do not use this product in humid or dusty environments.
• Do not subject this product to strong shocks.
• To clean the product, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
Do not use benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or similar liquids.
LED
The LED of this product will light green when insert a memory card and flash green
when writing to or reading a memory card.
Do not remove a memory card from the slot while the PC is writing to or reading from it.
Do not disconnect this product from the PC while it is writing to or reading from a mem-
ory card. Doing so may cause product damage and result in file damage or loss.
Slot
2
Slot
4
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How to insert memory cards into the corresponding card slots

Ensure the memory card is oriented correctly, and insert it straight into the correct memory card slot.
• For the latest information on supported media, visit the official ELECOM website.
http://www.elecom.co.jp/global/download/compatibility.html
This product is designed to continue supporting the latest media via firmware updates.
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1
Slot
SD Memory Card
SDHC Memory Card
SDXC Memory Card
miniSD memory cards can be written to or
read with the use of a conversion adapter.
SDXC Cards
Reading/writing is possible with Windows 7 and Windows Vista (SP1 or above).
For Windows Vista, it is necessary to update it to SP1 or above.
For support for SDXC (exFAT) format in Windows XP, it is necessary to download the Windows XP
update program KB955704.
exFAT format is not supported in Windows 2000 as of Dec., 2010.
exFAT format is supported in Mac OS X 10.6.5 or above as of Dec., 2010.
3
Slot
Memory Stick
Memory Stick PRO
Face the
terminal end
downwards
USB3.0 port
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Multimedia Card
Reduced Size Multimedia Card RSMMC
Face the terminal
end downwards
Face the terminal
end downwards
MMCmicro can be written to or read with the
use of a conversion adapter.
Slot
Memory Stick Duo xD Picture Card
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Align card with centre upper
edge of slot
Face the
terminal end
downwards
See the reverse side of the manual for information on connecting to/removing from the PC.
2
Slot
CompactFlash
Microdrive
Wide Narrow
Align the convex part of the memory card slot
with the concave part of the memory card.
label side
Narrow Wide
Face the label
side upwards
4 5
Slot
microSD Memory Card
microSDHC Memory Card
Face the
terminal
end
down-
wards
Face the
terminal end
upwards
Memory Stick micro (M2)
Face the
terminal
end
down-
wards