PIX 260i User Guide
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PIX-CADDY 2 (Optional)
The PIX-CADDY 2 is an accessory to connect approved 2.5” drives to the front-panel drive bays.
When removed from a PIX 260i, the PIX-CADDY 2 operates as a high-speed drive interface to Mac
OS and Windows computers via the onboard FireWire800, USB 3.0, or the optional PIX-DOCK Thun-
derbolt interface.
For reliable operation, it is imperative that the 2.5” drive be firmly screwed to the PIX-CADDY 2 with
the supplied screws. Some thinner drives may require the use of the PIX-SHIM accessory to ensure a
solid fit.
PIX-CADDY CF
PIX-CADDY 2
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1)
FireWire 800
FireWire 800 connector. Requires a pow-
ered FireWire 800 or 400 port. Backward
compatible when using Firewire 800 to
400 cable.
2)
eSATAp
High-speed data transfer over 5V
eSATAp. Requires a 5V powered eSATAp
port.
3)
USB 3.0
High-speed data transfer over USB 3.0
(backward compatible with USB 2.0).
4)
2.5” Drive Slot
Connector for approved 2.5-inch SATA II
and SATA III drives. Sound Devices main-
tains a list of tested and approved SSD’s
or hard drives for use with PIX video
recorders. Visit
for an up-to-date list of tested and
approved drives.
5)
Activity LED
Illuminates when recording, playing,
reading, or writing to the attached 2.5”
drive. Do not remove the caddy while the
Activity LED is illuminated.
LED does not
illuminate when connected to a computer’s
eSATA port.
6)
Release Latches
Secures the PIX-CADDY 2 to the recorder.
Press both latches to remove the caddy
assembly.
7)
Screw Holes
For reliable operation, it is imperative that
the 2.5” drive be firmly screwed to the
PIX-CADDY 2 with the supplied screws.
8)
CF Slot
Connector for approved CompactFlash
media. Sound Devices maintains a list of
tested and approved CF cards. Visit
for an up-to-
date list of tested and approved drives.
