Connection and start-up
Raspberry Pi
®
:
• First, attach the converter board to your Raspberry Pi
®
.
To do this, use the screw set and the spacers provided.
Please keep in mind that not all Raspberry Pi
®
models have mounting holes.
In this case, make sure especially that the converter does not cause a short
circuit (e.g., through contact with your Raspberry Pi
®
)!
• Make sure that the jumper (5V_IN) is set to USB. Here, the jumper must connect the
central pin of the 3 pins to the outer pin next to the micro USB 2.0 port (USB_M). The
pin is labelled with “USB” (white print in the middle of the board).
• Insert your CompactFlash memory card into the corresponding slot of the converter.
To do this, insert the card into the guides and push it carefully and completely into
the slot.
The top of the card must point towards the board. The card can only be
inserted with the right orientation without using force.
• Connect a micro USB 2.0 cable (not included in the delivery) with the micro USB 2.0
port (USB_M) on the converter board.
Connect the USB plug type A with a free USB connector on your Raspberry Pi
®
.
It does not matter if your Raspberry Pi
®
is switched on or not when the cable
is connected. The converter board will be recognised without problem dur-
ing operation.
The same is true for the memory card. It also does not matter, whether you
insert it before connecting the converter board to your Raspberry Pi
®
or af-
terwards. The memory card is recognised without any problem like in any
other card reader.
• Alternatively to the micro-USB 2.0 port (USB_M), you can use the 5-pin connector
(USB_P). Always observe the correct allocation. You can find this information either
in the data sheet in English by the manufacturer or on the board (white print in the
middle of the board). Also observe the documentation of the Raspberry Pi
®
.
(VCC = 5 V/DC; GND = ground; D+ = data ; D- = data cables -)
• The converter and the CompactFlash memory card are automatically recognised
and installed. An external driver is not necessary.
Depending on the operating system, it may be necessary to register or partition and
format the memory card in the operating system first.
• As soon as a card is inserted, the green LED on the board is illuminated. During ac-
cess or data transfer to the memory card, it starts flashing.
• Additionally, you can supply external voltage to the converter board.
Connect it to the white 2-pin plug “PWR”. Observe the correct polarity.
(+5V = 5 V/DC; GND = ground)
Change the position of the jumper (5V_IN) to “PWR”. Here, the jumper must connect
the central pin of the 3 pins to the outer pin next to the additional white power con-
nector. The pin is labelled with “PWR” (white print in the middle of the board). This
will disconnect the voltage supply via USB and move it to the external connector.
It does not matter if you connect the external power supply or the USB cable
to your Raspberry Pi
®
.
PC or MAC:
• You can also operate the converter board with a PC or MAC.
• In principle, installation and operation with a PC or MAC is the same as with the
Raspberry Pi
®
.
Please observe the special safety instructions in these operating instructions when
installing the converter board in the computer.
Since the screw set is only intended for attachment to a Raspberry Pi
®
, make
especially sure that the converter does not cause a short circuit in this case (e.g.,
through contact with the PC housing).
When using the 5-pin connector (USB_P), also observe the operating instructions of
your computer or main board for the correct allocation.
Disposal
Electrical and electronic equipment does not belong in the regular house-
hold waste.
Dispose of the waste product in accordance with the applicable legal regu-
lations.
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Operating instructions
Raspberry Pi
®
USB to CompactFlash Converter
Item no. 1333028
Intended use
The product extends your Raspberry Pi
®
by one CompactFlash port.
It is to be connected to a USB port.
In addition, it can also be operated with a Windows or Linux PC or with a MAC.
A driver installation is not necessary.
Power is supplied via USB (micro USB 2.0 port (USB_M) or 5-pin connector (USB_P))
or via the additional external 2-pin connector (PWR).
Carefully read this entire instruction manual which contains important information
about operation and use. Observe all safety instructions!
Package contents
• USB to CompactFlash converter
• Screw set with spacers
• Operating instructions
Safety instructions
Damage due to failure to follow these operating instructions will void the
warranty. We do not assume any liability for any resulting damage!
We do not assume any liability for material and personal damage caused
by improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions. In such
cases, the warranty will be null and void!
Dear customer,
The following safety instructions and hazard warnings are intended not only
to protect your health but also to protect the device. Please read the follow-
ing points carefully:
a) General
• When touching or connecting the board, appropriate safety precautions
against static charge should be taken (e.g., earth connection, insulating
support, etc.).
• The product is only suitable for dry, enclosed indoor areas. It must not get
damp or wet as this would damage it.
• Protect the product from cold, heat, direct sunlight, dust and dirt.
• Handle the product with care; it can be damaged by impacts, blows, or
accidental falls, even from a low height.
• The product is not a toy and it should be kept out of the reach of children.
Position the product so it is out of the reach of children.
• Do not leave packaging material carelessly lying around, since it could
become a dangerous plaything for children.
b) Installation in a PC
• If you do not have the expertise to install the device correctly, please con-
tact an expert or a specialist workshop and let them carry out the installa-
tion!
• Incorrect installation can cause damage both to the converter and also to
your computer and all connected devices.
• Caution, danger to life!
Switch off the computer in which the converter is to be installed and all
connected devices, and also disconnect them from the mains voltage. Pull
the mains plug! Just turning off at the on/off switch is not enough!
