Sony AXS-A512S48 512GB AXS Memory A Series Card User Manual

AXS-A512S48 512GB AXS Memory A Series Card
User Manual 

AXS-A512S48 512GB AXS Memory A Series Card

Memory Card （A-Series)
AXS-A512S48
AXS-A1TS48/A1TS66

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with part 15 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. If you have any questions about this product, you may call;
Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: ………………………………….SONY
Model: ………………………………………….AXS-A1TS66
Responsible party:………………………….. Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: ……………………………………16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number:……………………………. 858-942-2230
This device complies with part 15 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.
For the customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A)
For the customers in Europe
This apparatus shall not be used in the residential area.
WARNING
The operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio interference.

For the customers in the U.S.A.
SONY LIMITED WARRANTY – Please visit http://www.sony.com/psa/warranty
for important information and complete terms and conditions of Sony’s limited warranty applicable to this product.
For the customers in Canada
SONY LIMITED WARRANTY – Please visit http://www.sonybiz.ca/pro/lang/en/ca/article/resources-warranty for important information and complete terms and conditions of Sony’s limited warranty applicable to this product.
For the customers in Europe
Sony Professional Solutions Europe – Standard Warranty and Exceptions on Standard Warranty.
Please visit https://pro.sony/support-services/primesupport/supportprofessional-solutions-europe-standard-product-warranty for important information and complete terms and conditions.
For the customers in Korea
SONY LIMITED WARRANTY – Please visit http://bpeng.sony.co.kr/handler/BPAS-Start for important information and complete terms and conditions of Sony’s limited warranty applicable to this product.

Overview

This product is a memory card that supports the AXS Memory Card (A-Series)1) standard.
The AXS-A512S48/A1TS48 supports recording at a high bit rate of 4.8 Gbps, and the AXS-A1TS66 supports recording at 6.6 Gbps.
For details about the supported recording formats, refer to the operation manual of your AXS memory card compatible device or contact a Sony sales representative.
Notes

• This product can only be used with devices that support AXS Memory Cards
• (A-Series) and devices that support AXS Memory Cards.
• A dedicated adaptor is required to use this product with the AXS-R5 and AXS-ˎˎCR1.
• When using the AXS Memory Cards (A-Series) with the following devices and software, make sure the software versions are as follows.

AXSM and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. 
All other product names and company names that appear in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. In this manual, such names are not indicated by TM or marks.
Notes on Use

• As this product is an electrical device, do not expose it to static electricity.
• Do not bend the product or expose it to excessive shock, vibrations, or water.
• Do not touch the memory card terminals or insert foreign objects into the terminal area.
• The following actions may damage or result in the loss of recorded data.
• Exposing the device to shocks and vibration or turning off the device during reading, writing, and formatting operations.
• Using the product in an environment exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.
• When this product is inserted into a recording or playback device, in rare cases internal processing may execute automatically. Do not remove the product
  from the device or turn off the power of the device until the following time has elapsed after inserting the product.
  AXS-A512S48/A1TS48: Approx. 7 seconds
  AXS-A1TS66: Approx. 15 seconds
• Do not operate or store the product in the following environments.
  Locations that do not satisfy the prescribed usage and storage environment conditions.
  Inside a vehicle with closed windows on a hot day, locations exposed to direct sunlight, locations in close proximity to heating devices, etc.
  Locations exposed to excessive humidity or corrosive environments.
• Be sure to insert the product in the proper direction during use.
• Keep the product in the supplied card case when storing or carrying it, and make sure the case is locked securely (Fig. A). When inserting the card into the case, insert it horizontally from the side. Pushing the card into the case from
  above with the case fully opened can damage the tabs on the case (Fig. B).
• In case the data stored on the memory card is damaged or lost for any reason, be sure to keep a backup of the data. Sony Corporation will not be liable for any damages incurred as a result of a loss of data stored on this product.
• When the write-protect switch is set in the direction of the arrow (Fig. C ), data recording, editing, and deletion are disabled. When using the write-protect switch, be sure to slide the switch all the way to one side. When operating the write-protect switch, always do so while the memory card is not inserted in a device.
• When labeling the memory card, use only the supplied card label sheet and affix the sheet within the prescribed label affixing area (Fig. E). The card label sheet cannot be reused after it is attached and removed. Affix the card label sheet firmly to make sure it does not peel or fall off while inside a device. Do not use any labels or engraved seals other than the dedicated user label sheet, and do not attach labels to areas other than the specified attachment area. Doing so may cause a failure.
• When formatting the memory card, be sure to use a device with a format function that supports AXS Memory Cards.
• When removing or reinserting the card case label, open the card case fully (Fig. E).

Notes on condensation
If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to a warm location, or if the ambient temperature suddenly rises, moisture may form on the outer surface of the unit and/or inside of the unit. This is known as condensation. If condensation occurs, wait until the condensation clears before operating the unit. Operating the unit while condensation is present may damage the unit.

• If condensation is present on the product, wait for the condensation to dissipate before use.
• This product does not include any warning lamps that indicate the presence of condensation.

Cleaning the exterior

• Wipe the surface with a soft, dry cloth.
• For stubborn stains, clean the surface with a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent, then wipe it with a dry cloth.
• Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner, pesticide, or sunscreen cream as they can damage the surface and cause markings to wear off. If any material is adhering to the product, wipe it off immediately.
• Using excessive force when wiping the surface with a dirty cloth may cause scratches.
• Prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl may degrade the surface and damage the coating.

Specifications

Interface
AXS Memory Card (A-Series) standard
Capacity (user capacity) 1) 2) 3)
AXS-A512S48………………………………… 512 GB (approx. 445 GB)
AXS-A1TS48/A1TS66………………………1 TB (approx. 890 GB)

1. The AXS Memory Card contains an area of usable space (i.e., user capacity) and a system file area.
2. The user capacity may vary depending on the formatting device and conditions.
3. The above user capacities are based on the factory default condition.

Recording time
The maximum recording times may vary depending on the recording format. In addition, the transfer speed may be limited depending on the device used with the AXS Memory Card. For details, refer to the Operation Manual of the supported device, or contact your local Sony dealer.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Notes

• Always make a test recording, and verify that it was recorded successfully.
  ˎSONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON  ACCOUNT OF FAILURE OF THIS UNIT OR ITS RECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEMS, OR ANY OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE SYSTEMS TO RECORD CONTENT OF ANY TYPE.
• 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 THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.
• SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CLAIMS OF ANY KIND MADE BY USERS OF THIS UNIT OR MADE BY THIRD PARTIES.
• SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS, REPAIR, OR REPRODUCTION OF ANY DATA RECORDED ON THE INTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEM,  ECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEMS, OR ANY OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE SYSTEMS.
• SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE TERMINATION OR DISCONTINUATION OF ANY SERVICES RELATED TO THIS UNIT THAT MAY RESULT DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES OF ANY KIND.

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