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Memo
- When connecting to the external hard disk drive, use a USB cable with Mini-A (Male) – B (Male) connectors.
The USB cable provided with this unit cannot be used. - To use the USB cable provided with the USB external hard disk drive, purchase the following USB conversion cable.
Part number*: QAM0852-001 Mini-A (Male) – A (Female)
*Consult your nearest service center.
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Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.
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Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter.
![C2B3_Connect_HDD_out](fig/C2B3_Connect_HDD_out_CMJNILpdnnpwia.png)
*Consult your nearest service center.
![sub_step1](main_img/number/s1.gif)
Connect the USB cable with the USB external hard disk drive.
![sub_step2](main_img/number/s2.gif)
Connect the AC adapter of the USB external hard disk drive.
Turn on the external hard disk drive.
![sub_step3](main_img/number/s3.gif)
Connect the AC adapter to this unit.
Refer also to the instruction manual of the external hard disk drive.
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Open the LCD monitor.
![C2B3_Common_Monitor_Open](fig/C2B3_Common_Monitor_Open_UJDCILdgpntluj.png)
This unit turns on and the “BACK-UP” menu appears.
While the USB cable is connected, the “BACK-UP” menu is displayed.
Caution
- Be sure to turn off the power when connecting the devices.
Otherwise, electric shocks or malfunctions may occur. - Do not connect a USB hub between this unit and the USB external hard disk drive.