SONY SL-MG5 External SSD Data Recording Device Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Sony
Table of Contents
5-003-174-B2 (1)
External SSD
Lecteur SSD externe
SSD external
SSD external
Operating Instructions
SL-MG5, SL-M1, SL-M2
© 2019 Sony Corporation
Data recording device
WARNING
Keep away from children. If swallowed, promptly see a doctor.
To reduce fire or shock hazards, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
For the Customers in the U.S.A
NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC (POUR LES
CONSOMMATEURS AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE
DE QUÉBEC)
For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest
you: Sony Electronics Inc. Media Services, 11302 Eastpoint Drive Building B,
Suite 600 Laredo, TX
78045; mediaservices@am.sony.com or
877-440-3453 The number below is for
FCC-related matters only.
Regulatory Information
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: | SONY |
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Model No.: | SL-MG5, SL-M1, SL-M2 |
Responsible P | Sony Electronics Inc. |
Address: | 16535 Via Esprillo,San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. |
Telephone No.: | 858-942-2230 |
This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Notes : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital ˎ device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ˋ
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ˋ
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different fr om that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ˋ
The telephone number shown above pertains to the declaration of conformity,
not the ˎ contact for our customer support. See contact information for
customer support on the warranty card.
For the Customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
Operating Environment Requirements
Supported OS: Windows ® 10, Windows ® 8.1, macOS 10.13-10.15 ˎ
- An OS listed above must be factory-installed. ˎ
- Operation is not guaranteed for all devices.
- Please check the latest compatibility list at the following URL: ˎ
https://www.sony.net/SLM_cmpt/
When Using this Unit on the PC ˎ
- See illustration A for the connection method.
- Be careful when handling this unit after extended periods of use as the surface may be hot.
- If this unit is not recognized by the PC or the host device you are using, remove the device, shutdown or restart your PC or host device, and try plugging this unit again.
- When the data transfer is in progress, the LED indicator is flashing. Please do not remove this unit while flashing.
Disconnecting this Unit from the PC
In this section, we describe the procedure for disconnecting this unit from
the PC while the PC is switched on.
Windows PC users
- Click “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” in the notification area at the bottom right of the desktop. Phis unit currcatty connected to the PC appears on the screen.
- Click on this unit.
- Wait until the message “Safe to Remove Hardware” appears, and disconnect the USB cable from the PC.
Mac users
- Drag and drop this unit’s icon on the desktop into [Trash].
- After the icon has disappeared from the desktop, disconnect the USB cable from the PC.
Supplied software
Download the latest software from the following URL
https://www.sony.net/SLM_app/
For details, please refer to the web page above.
Notes on Use
This unit is a precision instrument. Saved data may be lost due to sudden
failure. As a precaution against possible failure, periodically save the data
in this unit elsewhere. Sony will not repair, restore or replicate recorded
contents under any circumstances. Furthermore, Sony shall not be responsible
for any damage to or loss of recorded data for any cause.
- Note the following when using other USB devices while connecting this unit to equipment. — The transfer speed of this unit may become slower. — You may be unable to use this unit if it is connected to equipment via a USB hub. If this happens, reconnect this unit directly to the USB port of the equipment.
- Do not connect a wrong USB cable to this unit, which may damage the socket.
- Do not remove this unit from the equipment while writing, reading or deleting data. Doing so may damage the data.
- If this unit is still connected to the PC in the following situations, the PC may not operate correctly. — When you start or restart the PC. — When the PC enters sleep or hibernation, or returns from either. Disconnect this unit from the PC before doing these operations.
- It is strongly recommended that you periodically back up the data written on this unit.
- The supplied product warranty is limited only to this External Solid State Drive itself, when used normally in accordance with these operating instructions and with the accessories that were included with this unit in the specified or recommended system environment. Services provided by the Company, such as user support, are also subject to these restrictions.
Handling this unit
- Do not use or store this unit in the following locations. Doing so may cause this unit to malfunction. — Somewhere extremely hot, cold or humid Never leave this unit exposed to high temperature, such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or inside a closed car in summer. Doing so may cause this unit to malfunction or become deformed. — In a badly ventilated place — In a dusty or humid place, High temperature of this unit While using this unit, the main body of this unit becomes hot. This is not a malfunction. Depending on the operating status, their temperature may rise to 40 °C or higher. Touching them for a long time in this condition may cause a low-temperature burn.
For detail on operations and support-related information, see the following UAL. www.sony.netimemorycard
Specifications
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
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Dimensions (Approx.) | 55 mm × 13 mm × 110 mm (2.16 in × 0.51 in × 4.33 in) |
This unit only (Approx.): | (W × H × D, without protrusions) |
With supplied rubber bands (Approx.) | 59 mm × 17 mm × 110 mm (2.32 in × 0.66 |
in × 4.33 in)
Mass (Approx.)| 130 g (4.6 oz) (main body only)
Water / Dustproof:| IP67
Shock Proof:| 3 m drop
Operating environment| 5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)
Temperature:| 95% or less (non-condensing)
Humidity:|
Storage environment|
Temperature:| –25 °C to +60 °C (–13 °F to +140 °F)
Humidity:| 95% or less (non-condensing)
conditions. Please use this unit in the proper environment. Liquid damage and
rough handling are not covered by the warranty.
This unit is shock, water, and dust resistant and was tested under a
controlled laboratory
Included items:
USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable (45 cm) (1)
USB Type-C to USB Standard-A cable (45 cm) (1)
Rubber bands (2), Label sticker sheet (1): See illustration B for their usage.
Rubber bands for securing your label or memo.
Set of printed documentation
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Trademarks
- USB Type-C6 and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
- Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
- Mac, macOS, and OS X have registered trademarks and/or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
- All other system names and product names mentioned in these operating instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective development companies. lid and
- are not mentioned in each case in these instructions.
- Our product warranty is limited only to the data recording device itself, when used normally in accordance with these operating instructions and with the accessories that were included with this unit in the specified or recommended system environment. Services provided by the Company, such as user support, are also subject to these restrictions.
- The Company cannot accept liability for damage or loss resulting from the use of this unit, or for any claim from a third party.
- The Company cannot accept any liability for problems with your PC or other hardware arising from the use of this product; the suitability of this product for specific hardware, software, or peripherals; operating conflicts with other installed software; data loss; or other accidental or unavoidable damages.
- The Company cannot accept any liability for financial damages, lost profits, claims from third parties, etc., arising from the use of the software provided with this unit.
Capacity is based on 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions and therefore usable storage capacity will be less.
LIMITED WARRANTY
U.S. and Canada only – 3 years
Sony Electronics Inc. solely for purchases made in the United States and Sony
of Canada Ltd. solely for purchases made in Canada (collectively “Sony”)
warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the
original owner and any subsequent end user owner(s) (“You” or “Your”) for the
time period set forth above as set forth herein. Pursuant to this Limited
Warranty, Sony will, at its option, (i) repair the product using new or
refurbished parts or (ii) replace the product with a new or
recertified/refurbished product of the same (or similar) model. For purposes
of this Limited Warranty, “recertified” or “refurbished” means a product or
part that has been returned to its original specifications. In the event of a
defect, these are Your exclusive remedies. Sony does not warrant that the
operation of the product will be uninterrupted or error-free.
Term: For the time period set forth above from the original date of purchase
of the product when purchased directly from Sony or Sony authorized dealer (To
determine
if a dealer is in the Sony authorized dealer network, please visit US:
www.sony.com/retailers; Canada:
https://dealerlocator.sony.ca/locator;orcontactSonydirectly),
Sony
will, at its option, repair or replace with a new, recertified or refurbished
product or part, any product or part determined to be defective.
This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with the
product. It does not cover separate accessories, technical assistance for
hardware or
software usage and it does not cover any software products whether or not
contained in the product, and other included content; any such software or
other included
content is provided “AS IS” unless expressly provided for in any enclosed
software Limited Warranty or End User License Agreement. Please refer to the
End User License
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respect to the software or other included content. If You purchased an
extended service plan,
please refer to the service plan for the coverage, duration and terms of
service. Extended service plans are not governed by this Limited Warranty.
To obtain warranty service, You must deliver the product, in either its
original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to a
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to obtain warranty service. Sony cannot guarantee that it will be able to
repair any product under this warranty or make a product exchange without risk
to or loss of software or data.
It is Your responsibility to remove or backup any removable media or parts,
data, software or other materials You may have stored or preserved on Your
product. It is likely that any media or parts, data, software, or other
materials (like pictures, music, videos, etc.) will be lost or reformatted
during service and Sony will not be responsible for any such damage or loss.
Contact the following for specific instructions on how to obtain warranty
service for Your product:
For purchases made in the UNITED STATES:
Visit Sony’s Website: www.sony.com/support
Or call the Customer Experience Center: 1-800-222-SONY (7669)
To register Your product or for contact information to purchase accessories or
parts go to Sony’s Website
Repair/Replacement Warranty: This Limited Warranty shall apply to any
repair, replacement part or replacement, recertified or refurbished product
for the remainder of the original Limited Warranty period or for ninety (90)
days, whichever is longer. Any parts or product replaced under this Limited
Warranty will become the property of Sony. Any replacement, recertified or
refurbished product provided under this Limited Warranty may, at Sony’s
option, vary in color and/or cosmetic design from the original product and may
not include any original engraving or similar customization/ personalization.
Sony is not responsible for, and this Limited Warranty does not cover, any
damage arising from a failure to operate the product within its intended uses,
or otherwise follow the owner’s manual and safety instructions relating to the
product’s use and installation. Sony is not responsible for any labor or parts
costs you incur relating to repairs or services from providers/servicers other
than from a Sony authorized service center. This Limited Warranty only covers
product issues caused by defects in material or workmanship during ordinary
consumer use. This Limited Warranty does not cover products purchased from
sources other than Sony or a Sony authorized dealer (including non-authorized
online auctions), or issues due to: (i) outdoor exposure and other acts of
nature; (ii) power surges; (iii) accidental damage; (iv) abuse; (v)
limitations of technology; (vi) cosmetic damage; (vii) contact with liquid,
heat, humidity or perspiration, sand, smoke, or foreign materials; (viii)
damage, malfunction and/or failure to product resulting from use of parts or
supplies not sold or authorized by Sony; (ix) damage, malfunction and/or
failure to product resulting from servicing not authorized or performed by
Sony or a Sony authorized service center; (x) computer or internet viruses,
bugs, worms, or Trojan Horses; (xi) malfunctions due to peripherals/
accessories; (xii) modifications of or to any part of the product, including
“rooting” or other modifications to control the behavior of the product or any
factory installed operating system; (xiii) consumable parts such as batteries;
or (xiv) any product where the factory-applied serial number has been altered
or removed from the product. Further, to the extent this product incorporates
use of a display, please note that a display contains hundreds of thousands of
individual pixels, and displays typically contain a small number of pixels
that do not function properly. This Limited Warranty does not cover up to .01%
pixel outages (small dot picture elements that are dark or incorrectly
illuminated).
This Limited Warranty does not cover Sony products sold “AS IS” or “WITH ALL
FAULTS” or consumables (such as fuses or disposable batteries). Sony will not
replace
missing components from any package purchased “Open Box” or “AS IS”. This
Limited Warranty is valid only in the United States and Canada (as
applicable).
LIMITATION ON DAMAGES: SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OR
CONDITION ON THIS PRODUCT. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST SONY BE
GREATER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT FROM SONY OR AN
AUTHORIZED SONY DEALER.
DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED
BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTIBILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to You. This
Limited Warranty gives You specific legal rights and You may have other rights
which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
For purchases made in the U.S.: Read the following Dispute
Resolution/Arbitration provision carefully. It details Your rights and
instructions should a dispute related to the product arise. What Happens If We
Have A Dispute: Should a dispute or claim arise related to the product, Your
purchase and/or use of the product, the terms of this Limited Warranty, or any
service provided under the terms of this Limited Warranty (including any
repair or replacement) (“Dispute”), You and Sony agree that the Dispute
shall be
resolved exclusively through binding arbitration. YOU UNDERSTAND AND
ACKNOWLEDGE THAT BY AGREEING TO ARBITRATION, YOU ARE GIVING UP THE RIGHT
TO LITIGATE (OR PARTICIPATE IN AS A PARTY OR CLASS MEMBER) IN ANY DISPUTES
IN COURT. You also agree that ANY DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEEDING WILL ONLY
CONSIDER YOUR INDIVIDUAL CLAIMS, AND BOTH PARTIES AGREE NOT TO HAVE ANY
DISPUTE HEARD AS A CLASS ACTION, REPRESENTATIVE ACTION, CONSOLIDATED
ACTION, OR PRIVATE ATTORNEY GENERAL ACTION. Despite the above, You have
the right to litigate any Dispute on an individual basis in small claims court
or another similar court of limited jurisdiction, to the extent, the amount at
issue does not exceed $15,000, and as long as such court has proper
jurisdiction and all other requirements (including the amount in controversy)
are satisfied. Arbitration Instructions.
To begin Arbitration, either You or Sony must make a written demand to the
other for arbitration. The Arbitration will take place before a single
arbitrator. The arbitration will be administered in keeping with the Expedited
Procedures of the Commercial Arbitration Rules and the Supplementary
Proceedings for Consumer-Related disputes (“Rules”) of the American
Arbitration Association (“AAA”), when applicable and in effect when the claim
is filed. You may get a copy of AAA’s Rules by contacting AAA at
800-778-7879 or visiting
www.adr.org. The filing fees to begin and carry out
arbitration will be shared between You and Sony, but in no event shall Your
fees ever exceed the amount allowable by the special rules for Consumers
Disputes provided for by AAA, at which point Sony will cover all additional
administrative fees and expenses. This does not prohibit the Arbitrator from
giving the winning party their fees and expenses of the arbitration when
appropriate pursuant to the Rules. Unless You and Sony agree differently, the
arbitration will take place in the county and state where You live, and
applicable federal or state law shall govern the substance of any Dispute
during the arbitration. However, the Federal Arbitration Act, 9 U.S.C. § 1, et
seq., will govern the arbitration itself and not any state law on arbitration.
The Arbitrator’s decision will be binding and final, except for a limited
right of appeal under the Federal Arbitration Act.
Opt-Out Instructions. IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE BOUND BY THE BINDING
ARBITRATION PROVISION, THEN: (1) You must notify Sony in writing within 30
days of the date that You purchased the product; (2) Your written notification
must be mailed to Sony Electronics Inc., 16535 Via Esprillo, MZ 1105, San
Diego CA 92127, Attn: Legal Department; AND (3) Your written notification must
include (a) Your NAME, (b) Your ADDRESS, (c) the DATE You purchased the
product, and (d) a clear statement that “YOU DO NOT WISH TO RESOLVE DISPUTES
WITH ANY SONY ELECTRONICS ENTITY THROUGH ARBITRATION AND/OR BE BOUND BY THE
CLASS ACTION WAIVER.” Opting out of this dispute resolution procedure will not
affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way, and You will continue
to enjoy the benefits of the Limited Warranty.(T31-2)