Operating instructions
Card reader stick 3.0
Item no. 2111255
Intended use
The product is intended for reading and writing to compatible memory cards. It is designed
for a personal computer (PC) with USB 3.0 connection and is backward compatible with USB
2.0 / 1.1.
It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture, e.g. in
bathrooms, must be avoided under all circumstances.
For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you
use the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged.
In addition, improper use can cause hazards such as short-circuiting, fire, electric shock etc.
Read the instructions carefully and keep them. Make this product available to third parties only
together with its operating instructions.
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. All company
names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Delivery content
• Card reader
• Operating instructions
Up-to-date Operating instructions
Download the latest operating instructions from our website www.conrad.com/downloads or
scan the printed QR code. Follow the instructions on the website.
Explanation of symbols
The symbol with an exclamation mark in a triangle is used to highlight important
information in these operating instructions. Always read this information carefully.
The arrow symbol indicates special information and tips on how to use the product.
Safety instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety
information. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information
on proper handling in this manual, we assume no liability for any resulting
personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/
guarantee.
• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become
dangerous playing material for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high
humidity, moisture, flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and
protect it from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed
if the product:
- is visibly damaged,
- is no longer working properly,
- has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
- has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
• Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height
can damage the product.
• Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are
connected to the product.
• Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the
device.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an
expert or at a qualified shop.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions,
contact our technical support service or other technical personnel.
Operating elements
• Switch your computer on and wait until the operating system has completely booted up.
• To open the card compartment cover, slight press on the card compartment cover, and flip it
along the joint as shown below:
• Insert the memory card into the corresponding slot with the correct orientation. Look at the
illustration printed on the housing of the card reader.
The micro SD and the SD slots cannot be used at the same time. Use only one of
them at a time.
• Close the card compartment cover.
• Open the USB cover.
• Plug the USB plug into an available USB port on your computer.
• A new drive / drives will appear on your computer. Follow the operating instructions for your
operating system to read and write to the card(s).
Important: SDXC memory cards use the so-called exFAT file system. With Windows
XP, this means you have to install an update, otherwise the SDXC memory card will
not be recognised! Visit the website www.microsoft.com and search for an update
for the exFAT file system. SDXC memory cards can only be used with Windows XP
after installing this update!
• Before removing the memory card(s), perform the necessary operations to ensure it is safe to
remove the card(s). Refer to the operating instructions for your operating system.
• Close the USB cover for travelling or storage.
Disposal
Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the household
waste. At the end of its service life, dispose of the product in accordance with
applicable regulatory guidelines.
You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.
Technical data
Suitable for ................................... SD / SDHC / SDXC / HS SD / MMC / HS MMC /
HS RS MMC / RS MMC / MMC Mobile /
Micro SD / Micro SDHC / Micro SDXC
System requirements .................... Windows
7 (32 / 64 bits), 8, 8 Pro,
Mac OS 10.4 or above
Operating voltage ......................... 5 V/DC (via USB)
Current consumption .................... max. 900 mA
Transmission rate ......................... max. 5 Gbps
Operating temperature ................. 0 to +60 ºC
Operating humidity ....................... 20 – 80 % RH
Storage temperature ..................... -20 to +60 ºC
Storage humidity ........................... 10 – 95 % RH
Dimensions (W x H x D) ............... 33 x 14 x 89 mm
Weight .......................................... 19 g
This is a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1, D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com).
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming, or the capture in
electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor. Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited.
This publication represents the technical status at the time of printing.
Copyright 2019 by Conrad Electronic SE.
XP SP 3, Vista™ (32 / 64 bits),
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