Delkin Devices MultiMedia Card to Floppy Disk Adapter manual

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  • Page 1

    © Copyright Delkin Devices, Inc., All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form, or by any means without prior written permission of Delkin Devices, Inc. Delkin Part No. DDFLSPTH2-AD T o prevent damage to the module or user, follow these basic handling guidelines: • Do not drop, bend or dismantle the module. • [...]

  • Page 2

    T a ble of Contents Introduction 1 Included Components 1 Special Handling Instructions 1 General Notes Regarding FlashPath & MultiMediaCards 1 Inserting a MultiMediaCard 2 Installing New Batteries in the FlashPath 2 FlashPath for IBM Compatible PCs 3 PC System Requirements 3 Driver Software Installation for Windows 2000/ME/98/95/NT4.0 3 Basic O[...]

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    Introduction Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of the FlashPath Floppy Disk Adapter for MultiMediaCard. FlashPath is a convenient way to transfer digital images, music, voice and data files between personal computers/laptops, and MultiMediaCard compliant digital appliances using a standard 3.5” floppy drive. Before using the FlashPat[...]

  • Page 4

    Inserting a MultiMediaCard Insert the MultiMediaCard into the FlashPath with the gold contacts facing toward the black plastic back and away from the metallic cover . Gently push the card until it is flush with the edge of the FlashPath Adapter . (See figure 1) Figure 1: Inserting the MultiMedia Card Figure 2: Installing New Batteries Metal face of[...]

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    Delkin Devices User’s Manual Page 3 FlashPath for IBM Compatible PCs When using FlashPath in an IBM PC system, files may be moved both to and from a MultiMediaCard via the FlashPath. It also comes with several utilities. PC System Requirements IBM-PC or fully compatible desktop or laptop PC. • System requires 486 (or later) or Pentium processor[...]

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    Page 4 Delkin Devices User ’ s Manual Notched edge with MultiMedia Card inserted Arrow 3.5” Floppy Disk Drive Metallic face of FlashPath Figure 4: Inserting the FlashPath Adapter 1. Start Windows and close any other applications during installation. 2. Insert the Delkin Devices driver CD-ROM. If the CD does not start automatically , double clic[...]

  • Page 7

    Delkin Devices User ’s Manual Page 5 3. The FlashPath can be accessed in the same manner as you would a 3.5” floppy disk. For example, double-click the 31/2 Floppy (A:) icon. The initial card recognition may take longer with higher capacity cards. T ransferring Files with the FlashPath • It is recommended that you copy files to a destination [...]

  • Page 8

    Page 6 Delkin Devices User’ s Manual • Missing MultiMediaCard: The same as Status Error message. • Low Battery: Let computer complete reads, and replace the batteries soon. • Battery Critical: Complete reads (if possible), and replace both batteries im- mediately Uninstalling FlashPath for W indows 2000/ME/98/95/NT4.0 T o remove the FlashPa[...]

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    Delkin Devices User ’s Manual Page 7 FlashPath for Macintosh The FlashPath access application for Macintosh is a read-only utility for transferring data from the MultiMediaCard to the hard drive via the FlashPath. Y ou cannot write to, modify , delete files from or format the MultiMediaCard using the FlashPath. Formatting on the Mac may make your[...]

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    Page 8 Delkin Devices User’ s Manual 2. Select FlashPath MultiMediaCard from the product list. (See Figure 7) 3. Click the button labeled Install and follow the on screen instructions. Select Restart Computer after installation is complete. Installation will place a Read- MMC-Flash icon on the desktop. Basic Operation for Macintosh Make sure no a[...]

  • Page 11

    Delkin Devices User’s Manual Page 9 Figure 9: The Destination window Operational Notes While the FlashPath is compatible with the widest possible variety of cards, file formats and computers, some incompatibilities may arise. The FlashPath is compatible with all MultiMediaCards that follow the specifications regulated and certified by the MultiMe[...]

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    Page 10 Delkin Devices User ’ s Manual T roubleshooting This is a basic “common” troubleshooting list. If your problem isn’t solved by those listed, Please visit our web site http://ww w .delkin.com for F AQs and current information on compatibility issues as well as the latest software drivers. Or see the back page for contacting T ech Sup[...]

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    Specifications Specifications DD MFG Part Number: DDFLSPTH2-AD Compatible Cards: MultiMediaCard up to 128MB capacity Compatible OS: Windows 95/98/2000/ME/NT4.0 and Apple Mac OS 7.5.1+ Host Interface: Internal 3.5” (1.44MB) floppy disk drive T ransfer Rate: *Approximately 100 KB/s sustained Read, 50 KB/s sustained W rite. Batteries: CR2016 (x2) Li[...]

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    ONE YEAR PRODUCT W ARRANTY 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[...]