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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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Parts of the USB CameraMate:
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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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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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A dialog box will appear advising that you may have to restart your computer after
installing the software, click "Yes" to continue. Your Macintosh will then begin performing
the installation and a status bar will appear displaying the progress of the installation.
Note the actual driver installation should take only a few seconds.
A final dialog box will appear advising that the software was successfully installed. Click
"Restart" to complete the installation.
Congratulations! Driver installation is now complete. You may now connect the Microtech USB
CameraMate to your computer after restarting. Proceed to the next page for instructions on
connecting the Microtech USB CameraMate.
Installation note: If you attempt to attach the USB connector of the USB CameraMate to the
computer prior to installing the drivers, you will receive the following (or a similar) message:
If this occurs, click "Cancel", install the driver software, and then attach the USB connector. For
more information on attaching USB devices proceed to the section "Connecting to the USB Port"
(page 12) or "Connecting to a USB Hub" (page 13).
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Connecting to the USB port:
Connect the USB connector of the USB CameraMate to the USB port located at
the back of the computer. In the case of the Apple iMac or iBook, use the USB ports
located on the side of the computer. Do not use the USB port on the keyboard. Refer to
the illustrations below.
Make sure the cable ends are firmly connected. Be careful not to confuse the upper
and lower parts of the connector. Do not force connections, as this may damage the
computer or the USB CameraMate.
The USB cable may be plugged into the computer while the computer is running.
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Attach the USB connector from
the USB CameraMate to the
USB port on your Macintosh.
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Connecting to a USB hub (using with other USB devices):
Connect the USB hub (purchased separately) to the USB port on your Macintosh.
NOTE: Use only with a powered USB hub or the optional Microtech Power Adapter may
be required.
Then connect the USB connector of the USB CameraMate to a port on the USB
hub. The USB cable may be plugged into the computer or hub while the computer is
running.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the cable ends are firmly connected. Be careful not to
confuse the upper and lower parts of the connector. Do not force connections, as this
may damage the computer or the USB CameraMate.
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Attach the USB connector from the USB hub
to the USB port on your computer
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Attach the USB connector from
the USB CameraMate to the USB
port on the USB hub
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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
Before connecting and using the USB CameraMate, you must first install the device drivers
located on the accompanying Microtech Driver CD. Note: the screenshots below may vary
slightly from those on your computer.
Start your computer running Windows 98, 2000, or ME. Close any open applications.
Insert the Microtech Installer CD. The auto-run program will then launch the setup
application.
If the installer does not begin automatically, double click on "My Computer." The window
for "My Computer" will open. Double click on the drive corresponding to your CD-ROM.
The window for the CD-ROM will open. Double click "Setup.exe". After a few moments
Setup displays a dialog box similar to the one as shown below. Click Next.
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Click Next.
Read the license agreement and click
Yes as shown on left.
Select the location on your computer
where you wish to install the drivers.
Click Next.
Click Next.
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Click Yes.
Click Next.
Click Next.
Click Next.You will see a status
window advising the progress of the
current installation .
Click Finish and restart your computer
once the installation is complete.
Congratulations! Driver installation is now complete. You may now connect the USB
CameraMate to your computer. Proceed to the next page for instructions on connecting
the USB CameraMate.
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Click Next.
Click Finish
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Connecting to the USB port:
Connect the USB connector of the USB CameraMate to the USB port on your
computer. The USB cable may be plugged into the computer while the computer is
running.
Make sure the cable ends are firmly connected. Be careful not to confuse the upper
and lower parts of the connector. Do not force connections, as this may damage the
computer or the USB CameraMate.
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Attach the USB connector from the USB
CameraMate to the USB port on your computer
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Connecting to a USB hub (using with other USB devices):
Connect the USB hub (purchased separately) to your computer's USB port.
NOTE: Use only with a powered USB hub or the optional Microtech Power Adapter may
be required.
Then connect the USB connector of the USB CameraMate to a port on the USB
hub. Make sure the connectors are secured firmly. The USB cable may be plugged
into the computer or hub while the computer is running.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the cable ends are firmly connected. Be careful not to
confuse the upper and lower parts of the connector. Do not force connections, as this
may damage the computer or the USB CameraMate.
Attach the USB connector from the USB hub
to the USB port on your computer
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Attach the USB connector from
the USB CameraMate to the USB
port on the USB hub
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Digital film card compatibility
Inserting a SmartMedia card
Inserting a CompactFlash card
Inserting a card (Macintosh)
Formatting cards (Macintosh)
Removing a card (Macintosh)
Inserting a card (PC)
Formatting cards (PC)
Removing a card (PC)
Using the USB CameraMate
with digital cameras
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