SanDisk Imagemate USB CompactFlash Reader (SDDR-31)

by SanDisk

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004Z6I3
• Item model number: SDDR-31
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1999

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The SanDisk ImageMate CompactFlash reader acts like a removable disk drive, treating your CompactFlash memory card like a diskette. Remove the memory card from your camera, insert it into the ImageMate, and copy files to your computer quickly and easy. You can drag and drop files from the card to your hard disk drive and back, and with fast data transfer speeds of up to 600 KBps you can copy pictures from your digital camera to your computer in seconds. Easy to install with its USB interface, the ImageMate uses the power supply from your computer, thus requiring no AC adapter. Plus, by not having to connect your portable device to your computer for downloads, you'll extend the battery life of your device.

The ImageMate comes with a one-year limited warranty.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An Inexpensive Reader with an Easily Resolved Conflict, February 24, 2001

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R. Seccia "ronseccia" (Endicott, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: SanDisk Imagemate USB CompactFlash Reader (SDDR-31) (Personal Computers)

I bought this card reader when I purchased a new Canon s100 Digital ELPH camera. I did not want to have to connect my camera to the PC every time I took photos.

If you want a very inexpensive card reader that's easy to install an use then this one is definitely the way to go. As mentioned in other reviews, there is a known confict with Adaptec EZ CD Creator Software. So, if you have EZ CD Creator you will need to install the patch BEFORE you install this reader. The patch is very easy to install and takes only a few minutes. If you're totally clueless on the PC just get someone who knows what their doing to help you out. I almost went with a different reader beacuse of the horror stories I read about the conflict. However, after reading about it further at the right technical sources I soon learned it's such an easy fix. This reader is so inexpensive I figured if I couldn't get to work I wasn't risking much. The patch is a snap so don't let that stop you.

As for performance, the file transfer is fast. The unit is very low profile and sits easily on top of your desk, pc or monitor. I did notice once in while I don't get the CF card seated just right in the reader and I get an inaccesible message. Just need to reseat it and it works like a charm.

Bottom line: This product is a great value.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's worth every cent!, January 29, 2001

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"estaufer" (Gainesville, FL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: SanDisk Imagemate USB CompactFlash Reader (SDDR-31) (Personal Computers)

After receiving a Kodak DC3200 camera for Christmas, I bought a small memory card, filled it up with about 25 pictures, and went to transfer them via serial port. It honestly took 8-10 minutes. I have the AC adapter for the camera and I didn't mind the wait at first, but then it was unbearable. Then I purchased the SanDisk Imagemate USB reader. What a difference!

It installs as a removeable drive in Windows. Pop in the card, open up Explorer, drag and drop the pictures to whereever, and voila. There's no A/C adapter for this unit, it works off of the USB ports. It took me seconds (if that) to transfer the 25 pictures to my hard drive.

It sells for ... locally, and I got it for less than... here, shipping included. ... is definitely the place to purchase it from. If it's out of stock, get a notification via email as to when it's available. It's worth every cent.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Small, fast, inexpensive, whats not to like?, December 9, 2000

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This review is from: SanDisk Imagemate USB CompactFlash Reader (SDDR-31) (Personal Computers)

Simplifies and speeds transfer of images from your digital camera's flash memory card to your computer. For less than ($), it will save your camera's batteries and your time.