Sonnet Qio CF4 CompactFlash Media Reader with PCIe 2.0 Card Interface for Windows

The Sonnet Qio CF4 CompactFlash Media Reader is designed specifically for use with CF media cards. Providing a cost-effective, high-speed multi-slot alternative to stand-alone card readers for pro videographers and photographers alike, Qio CF4's four CF slots enable you to ingest files faster and more efficiently, with aggregate ingest speed up to 400 MB/sec much faster than standard USB adapters are capable.

CompactFlash to the Power of Four
CompactFlash (CF) memory card is rugged, offer high storage capacity and can deliver fast data transfers that are why HD camcorders from RED and Canon, as well as DSLR cameras from Canon and Nikon use them. Even as the card specs have improved, moving ever-larger files from cards to computer has remained mostly a low speed affair. If you have ever ingested files from CF cards, you know what mean. Plug in the camera or a USB reader, grab a cup of coffee and relax while all those gigabytes of data are transferred at around 30 MB/s.

Interface
Qio CF4 is available with PCIe interface card for PC desktops. With the purchase of an additional Qio PCIe adapter card, ExpressCard/34 card or Thunderbolt adapter, you can move your Qio from suite to suite and then to location and back again without breaking a sweat. No matter where you use it, Qio CF4 will quickly become an essential tool in your workflow.

Windows Compatible
Sonnet's Qio offers PC cross-platform compatibility, extending its usefulness on location and in the studio with interface cards designed specifically to connect Qio to the platform of your choice. Whether you're using a PC desktop with PCIe slots, PC notebook with an ExpressCard slot, Qio fits seamlessly into the development of your projects and demanding production workflows.

AC Power
For desktop use, a universal 12V output AC power supply.

Battery Power
For battery-powered operation during field work, Sonnet's optional XLR 4-pin adapter cable interfaces Qio CF4 with an external battery pack, such as Tekkeon myPower ALL batteries at an 8-19V setting.

FireWire Bus Power
Alternatively, you can power the Qio CF4 by connecting it to a computer with a FireWire port with Sonnet's optional FireWire 400-to-3.5mm power cable.

6Gb/s SATA PCIe 2.0 Host Controller Inside
Qio CF4 includes two 6 Gb/s eSATA ports, perfect for connecting media readers with an eSATA interface, such as the RED STATION REDMAG 1.8" and 2.5".

Travel and Desktop Companion
Qio CF4 pro media reader is small about the size of three stacked CD cases and takes up so little space, you can use it just about anywhere. It's rugged, too the robust aluminum case easily withstands heavy use. This pro media reader even incorporates a slot for Kensington and similar security locks to secure the device and deter theft.