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SR-D1   4-432-314-12(1)

Overview

The SR-D1 Memory Drive Unit is a SRMemory card drive capable of high-speed 
transfer of F65RAW and SStP data. The unit can be connected to a computer via 
USB or eSATA interface.

Parts Identification 

-1  Front

 POWER indicator

Light or blinks based on the operating status of the unit.

Lit green:

 The unit is turned on.

Blinking red:

 The power supply voltage may be incorrect.

If the indicator blinks red, stop operation and contact your local Sony 
representative.

 STATUS indicator

Displays the status of the unit.

Lit green:

 Operating normally.

Lit orange:

 A warning has occurred.

Blinking red:

  An error has occurred.

Blinking purple:

  Firmware update in progress. For details, refer to “Updating the 

Firmware of the Drive” in the SRMemory Drive Utility Help.

If a warning or error occurs, follow the instructions in the message displayed by 
SRMemory Drive Utility to resolve the problem.

 USB indicator

Displays the status of connection to the computer via USB.

Off:

 Not connected via USB.

Lit blue:

 Connected via USB 3.0.

Lit green:

 Connected via USB 2.0.

Blinking red:

  An error has occurred. Check that the cable is properly connected 

and that the cable is not damaged.

 eSATA indicator

Displays the status of connection to the computer via eSATA.

Off:

 Not connected via eSATA.

Lit green:

 Connected via eSATA.

Blinking red:

  An error has occurred. Check that the cable is properly connected 

and that the cable is not damaged.

 SRMemory slot

Insert the SRMemory card here.

 Manual eject hole

For details, see “Ejecting an SRMemory Card without a Power Supply.”

 UNLOCK button

Unlocks the SRMemory slot when the SRMemory indicator is lit blue.
Press this button to unlock the slot before removing an SRMemory card.

 SRMemory indicators

Display the status of the SRMemory card inserted in the slot.

Off:

 The SRMemory card is logically detached from the unit.

Lit blue:

 The SRMemory card is connected to the unit and available for use.

Lit green:

 Files on the SRMemory card are being accessed.

Blinking red:

  An error has occurred. The file system or data on the SRMemory 

card may be damaged. Follow the instructions in the message 
displayed by SRMemory Drive Utility, and eject or salvage the card 
or resolve the problem as indicated.

-2  Rear

 DC IN connector

Connect the supplied AC adapter here, and plug the adapter into a wall outlet.

 DC cable clamp

Use this to secure the cable.

 eSATA connector

Connect an eSATA cable here.

 USB connector

Connect the USB cable here.

 Power switch

Turns the unit on or off.

 Anti-theft key hole

Connect a commercially available anti-theft key here.

Connecting the Unit to a Computer 

1

  Connect the AC adapter 

 to the power cord 

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2

  Connect the unit to the computer.

  When using the USB cable

2-1

  Insert the supplied USB cable securely into the USB connector on the 

unit.

2-2

  Connect the USB cable to the USB connector on the computer.

  When using an eSATA cable

2-1

  Insert the eSATA cable securely into the eSATA connector on the unit.

2-2

  Connect the eSATA cable to the eSATA connector on the computer.

3

  Confirm that the operating system on the computer has started up, and then 

turn on the unit.

CAUTION

When you connect the USB cable of the unit to peripheral device, use the 
supplied cable to prevent malfunction due to radiation noise.

Note

Use either the USB cable or an eSATA cable to connect the unit to a computer. 
Do not use both cables at the same time.

Attaching the Rubber Feet 

Depending on the installation environment, the unit may slide when an 
SRMemory card is being inserted, causing difficulty during insertion. In such 
cases, attach the supplied rubber feet in the locations illustrated.

Inserting an SRMemory Card

Inserting

1

  Fully insert the SRMemory card straight into the slot.

2

  Check that the SRMemory indicators light blue.

Note

If there is a large number of files stored on the SRMemory card, it may take the 
computer a few minutes to recognize the card.

Ejecting

1

  Press the UNLOCK button.

2

  Check that the SRMemory indicators change from blinking blue to off.

3

  Remove the SRMemory card.

Ejecting an SRMemory Card without a Power Supply

Note

If you press the UNLOCK button before turning the power off, the SRMemory 
card can be removed normally.
If you do not press the UNLOCK button before turning the power off, the 
SRMemory card will remain locked and cannot be removed normally. In such 
cases, turn the unit on and press the UNLOCK button to unlock the card. The 
SRMemory card can then be removed normally.

If an SRMemory card is locked and you cannot turn on the unit or the UNLOCK 
button does not function, remove the SRMemory card as follows.

1

  Check that the SRMemory card is fully inserted.

2

  Insert a long, thin object such as a straightened paper clip (1 mm or less in 

diameter) into the manual eject hole, and remove the SRMemory card while 
gently pressing the inserted object.

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Front

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Rear

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Specifications

Memory Drive Unit

Power Requirements

12 V DC

Power Consumption

30 W (maximum)

Operating Temperature

5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)

Storage Temperature

–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)

Mass

1.5 kg (3 lb 4.9 oz.)

Dimensions (W × H × D)

1)

154 × 49 × 227mm (61⁄8 × 115⁄16 × 9 inches) 

(excluding protrusion)

USB

Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0 compliant) / SuperSpeed USB 

(USB3.0 compliant)

eSATA

eSATA 1.0 / eSATA2.0

Supplied Accessories

AC adapter (1) (part number: 1-468-626-6X)
USB cable (1) (part number: 1-839-351-1X)
Rubber feet (4)
Operation manual 

Japanese (1)
English (1)
Chinese (1)

1) The values for dimensions are approximate.

Note

Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT 
BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, 
COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT 
OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE 
WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY 
OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.

Notes on Software

The following applications are available for use with the SR-D1.
Download the following software from the Sony Professional Products site

1)

 for 

use with this unit.

Software

Supported 
OS

Description

SRMemory Driver 
Software

Windows/
Macintosh

Software driver that allows the computer 
to recognize the SR-D1.

SRMemory Drive 
Utility

Windows/
Macintosh

Utility software that allows you to manage 
the SR-D1 software version and other 
operations.

Note

The utility software is installed 
automatically when you install the 
SRMemory Driver Software.

SR Viewer Software Windows/

Macintosh

Application software that enables playback 
of MXF SStP (Simple Studio Profile) files.

F65RAW Viewer 
Software

Windows/
Macintosh

Application software that enables playback 
of F65RAW files.

1)  Sony Professional Products site

U.S.A. 

http://pro.sony.com

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Canada 

http://www.sonybiz.ca

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Latin America 

http://sonypro-latin.com

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Europe, Middle East and Africa 

http://www.pro.sony.eu

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Japan 

http://www.sonybsc.com

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Asia Pacific 

http://pro.sony-asia.com

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Korea 

http://bp.sony.co.kr

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China 

http://pro.sony.com.cn

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System requirements

For details on the functions of the above recommended software and their 
system requirements, refer to the following file and Help.
SRMemory Drive Software:
 

ReadmeFirst (available on the download page of the software)

SRMemory Drive Utility:
 

 Help (refer to the “Features” section or “Recommended Operating 
Environment” within that section)

Other software:
 

Readme (available on the download page of each respective software)

eSATA cable

To eSATA connector

To USB connector

USB cable

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