Microtech USB CameraMate User manual

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Introduction
What's included with the
USB CameraMate
System Requirements
Parts of the USB CameraMate
Registering the USB CameraMate
GETTING
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Introduction:
Thank you for purchasing the USB CameraMate from Microtech International, Inc.
The USB CameraMate is a card reader for new Apple Macintosh (iMac, iBook, G3/G4, Cube, etc.)
and PC Compatible owners who wish to use SmartMedia or CompactFlash cards. The USB
CameraMate is easy to use and provides transfer rates of up to 12Mb/sec (1.5MB/sec).
What's included with the USB CameraMate:
The USB CameraMate includes the following package contents:
■USB CameraMate Digital Film Reader
■Microtech Installer CD (includes this User's Guide, drivers, and free software)
■Quick-Start Guide
■Warranty Registration Card
System Requirements:
PC Compatible:
■Desktop or laptop PC Compatible with an available USB port
■Windows 98, 98 SE, ME, 2000
Macintosh:
■Macintosh computer with an available USB port
■Mac OS 8.5 or higher
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DC 5V
Power/Access LED indicator
Integrated USB Cable
CompactFlash eject
button
CompactFlash slot
SmartMedia slot
TopView
RearView
FrontView
Optional Power Adapter*
*WARNING: Permanent damage will result when
used with a standard power adapter. Use only with the
Microtech Optional Power Adapter (if power required).

Registering the USB CameraMate
Thank you again for purchasing the Microtech USB CameraMate. In order for us to better serve
you, we encourage you to register your USB CameraMate as soon as possible. There are sever-
al benefits to registering the USB CameraMate:
Registering your USB CameraMate entitles you to free periodic driver software
updates when available.
Registering your USB CameraMate entitles you to toll free technical assistance
from Microtech.
There are three options for you to register the USB CameraMate:
Register online at http://www.microtechint.com/usbregister for instant
registration.
Complete and mail the included Warranty Registration Card to Microtech.
Complete and fax the included Warranty Registration Card to Microtech.
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Installing the Driver Software
Connecting to the USB Port
Connecting to a USB Hub
CONNECTING
to a Macintosh

Installation Overview
The USB CameraMate is relatively easy to install and operate. To avoid complications during the
installation process, please follow the steps in order as described in this chapter.
Installing the driver software
Start up your Macintosh computer and close all other applications.
Insert the Microtech Installer CD-ROM
Double-click on the "Microtech DPCM-USB Installer" Icon
The following splash screen will arrear. Click "Continue."
Another screen will appear containing the Software License Agreement. Please read the
agreement. To acknowledge to the terms of the agreement, click "Agree".
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