What is an Aleratec USB Copy Cruiser Plus?

The Aleratec USB Copy Cruiser Plus is a unique new device that connects two USB devices together without a computer. The USB Copy Cruiser Plus fits in the palm of your hand, and enables you to copy either complete folders or file by file by between USB Thumb Drives, powered external hard drives, flash memory cards and it links your digital camera that is PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol).

What is PTP?

PTP is an acronym for Picture Transfer Protocol. It was developed by the International Imaging Industry Association to allow the transfer of images from digital cameras to computers and other peripheral devices without the need of additional device drivers. You will find digital cameras that support PTP from leading digital camera manufacturers including Canon, Fuji, Kodak, Nikon, Olympus and Sony.

How can I copy the images from my digital camera if it doesn’t support PTP?

USB Copy Cruiser Plus includes a memory card reader/writer which supports Compact Flash (CF) (Type I and II), Secure Digital (SD), Smart Media (SM), Multimedia Card (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSPRO), Microdrive (MD). In this case, then you would remove the memory card from your digital camera, and place it in the appropriate memory card slot and you can copy your photos.

How difficult is it to use USB Copy Cruiser Plus?

USB Copy Cruiser Plus is actually quite easy to use. The easy-to-use control buttons and LCD display allow users to choose specific files, folders or all files to copy all at the touch of your thumb.

Does USB Copy Cruiser Plus provide enough power for my hard drive?

The USB Copy Cruiser Plus provides provides enough bus power to power USB thumb drives and memory cards, however USB hard drives must be powered by separate power source such as battery or A/C power.

How is the USB Copy Cruiser Plus powered?

USB Copy Cruiser Plus is powered by 3 AAA alkaline batteries (not included) for up to 6 working hours.

What file systems are supported by USB Copy Cruiser Plus?

USB Copy Cruiser Plus supports Microsoft Windows FAT 12/16/32 file systems.