I have a compact flash card for my show designer 2. It is the size that is required 32mb, how do i format it into the fat16 that the show designer wants. Can it be done through the console?
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Well, I would assume(and that is taking a risk) that the unit itself would have that sort of functionality in it, perhaps via a key sequence or something.
If not, I have a multi-card reader that reads 7 different types of memory cards(smart card, SD, Sony's and a few others, including compact flash) and using that, you could use Windows 95(B and C revisions), 98, 98SE, XP(any), Win2KPro and Vista to access the unit and format it FAT(FAT16 as opposed to FAT32 or NTFS) pretty easily. Anything under 2Gig's you'd probably want to format Fat16 anyways. Simple option.
Wait, I'm wrong, 8 card reader. I am specifically using a SanDisc ImageMate 8 in 1. Cost around $30 when I bought it 3 years ago, price seems to be holding steady. I use it with the memory units for my various digital cameras(and those of my family). Neat unit. Comes with a base since the main part is removable. What is cool is that it comes with a short cable so you can take that short cable and main unit on the road with you for use with your laptop. Only bad thing is you better NOT lose that cable!! USB 2.0, backwards compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.2, and requires no driver under XP, Vista and Win2KPro.
Other options could include a similar type unit that can be mounted into an open 3.5" or 5.25" bay on your desktop machine.
Other than this optional purchase, I'd suggest downloading the manual for the Show Designer 2 and I'm fairly positive the manual will walk you through it.
If not, I have a multi-card reader that reads 7 different types of memory cards(smart card, SD, Sony's and a few others, including compact flash) and using that, you could use Windows 95(B and C revisions), 98, 98SE, XP(any), Win2KPro and Vista to access the unit and format it FAT(FAT16 as opposed to FAT32 or NTFS) pretty easily. Anything under 2Gig's you'd probably want to format Fat16 anyways. Simple option.
Wait, I'm wrong, 8 card reader. I am specifically using a SanDisc ImageMate 8 in 1. Cost around $30 when I bought it 3 years ago, price seems to be holding steady. I use it with the memory units for my various digital cameras(and those of my family). Neat unit. Comes with a base since the main part is removable. What is cool is that it comes with a short cable so you can take that short cable and main unit on the road with you for use with your laptop. Only bad thing is you better NOT lose that cable!! USB 2.0, backwards compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.2, and requires no driver under XP, Vista and Win2KPro.
Other options could include a similar type unit that can be mounted into an open 3.5" or 5.25" bay on your desktop machine.
Other than this optional purchase, I'd suggest downloading the manual for the Show Designer 2 and I'm fairly positive the manual will walk you through it.
it also has to be a certain brand name CF cards too or it is said not to work.
" Compact Flash Drive (For use with the following type Compact Flash Cards; Elation Professional® recommends 64MB SanDisk, 64MB Kodak or 64MB Cannon Compact Flash Cards ONLY." but like i said im trying to get someone from elation to answer his post of the elation forum. ya he can post here but better off over @ elation, they make it sell it and support it. peace! jingles.
" Compact Flash Drive (For use with the following type Compact Flash Cards; Elation Professional® recommends 64MB SanDisk, 64MB Kodak or 64MB Cannon Compact Flash Cards ONLY." but like i said im trying to get someone from elation to answer his post of the elation forum. ya he can post here but better off over @ elation, they make it sell it and support it. peace! jingles.
True enough. I had simila issues with similar type of devices. Your equipment might really specify what it wants, and it is best to do it as the maker says.
My issues were with a keyboard and an inexpensive sampler. Both had some very rigid requirements. Same concept Jingle's described.
These days the standards are a tad more open. Even so, using non-recommended equipment can damage the storage unit, the device it works with or both. Maybe not, but there is awlays that chance. Be smart, read the manual and if still unsure, a quick phone call or posting can clear it up for you.
My issues were with a keyboard and an inexpensive sampler. Both had some very rigid requirements. Same concept Jingle's described.
These days the standards are a tad more open. Even so, using non-recommended equipment can damage the storage unit, the device it works with or both. Maybe not, but there is awlays that chance. Be smart, read the manual and if still unsure, a quick phone call or posting can clear it up for you.