Minolta 7i - page 138

Set the mode dial to the data-transfer position.
•The data-transfer menu will be displayed.
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER
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DATA-TRANSFER MODE
Start up the computer.
•The computer must be turned on before connecting the camera.
Insert the CompactFlash card into the camera.
•Confirm that the correct card is in the camera.To change the CompactFlash while the camera is
connected to a computer, see page 148.
Attach the other end of the USB cable to the computer’s USB port.
•Make sure the plug is firmly attached.
•The camera should be connected directly to the computer’s USB
port.Attaching the camera to a USB hub may prevent the
camera from operating properly.
A fresh set of batteries should be used when the camera is connected to a computer.The use of the
AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended over the use of batteries.For users with Windows 98
and Mac OS 8.6, read the respective sections on how to connect to the operating system before con-
necting the camera to a computer (Windows 98 – p.140, OS 8.6 – p. 143).
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Open the card-slot door.Attach the smaller plug of the USB cable to the
camera.
•Make sure the plug is firmly attached.