Card Reader Transcend RDF2

The Transcend RDF2 Card Reader is a compact, portable USB 3.1 Gen 1 reader designed for professional cinematographers and photographers who need fast transfers from CFast and CF memory cards. It supports CFast 2.0 and is backward compatible with CFast 1.1/1.0, and also accepts CF Type II and CF cards. The reader includes a micro USB to USB Type-A cable and features an LED indicator for card insertion and data activity.

Advantages

The RDF2 offers high-speed transfers via USB 3.1 Gen 1, significantly reducing time spent moving large, high-resolution files. Its compact dimensions and lightweight design make it easy to carry between studio and location. The device is compatible with a wide range of systems and comes with RecoveRx data-recovery software for locating erased files.

Suitable for

• Professional cinematographers transferring CFast 2.0 footage
• Photographers using CF Type II / CF cards
• On-location shoots requiring portable card-to-PC transfers
• Workflows that demand faster transfers than USB 2.0

Key specifications

• Interface: USB 3.1 Gen 1 (micro USB port; includes micro USB to USB Type-A cable)
• Supported cards: CFast 2.0, CFast 1.1, CFast 1.0, CF Type II, CF
• Dimensions: 67.6 x 15.2 x 45 mm
• Weight: 0.026 kg
• Colour: Black
• Certifications: CE / FCC / BSMI / KC / RCM / EAC

How to use

Connect the included micro USB to USB Type-A cable to the RDF2 and plug the USB Type-A end into a computer USB port. Insert a compatible CFast or CF card into the reader until the LED indicator shows insertion. Transfer files using your operating system's file manager or media software. When transfer activity finishes, safely eject the card from the OS before removing it from the reader.

Recommendations

For optimal transfer speeds, connect the RDF2 to a USB 3.0/3.1 port on your computer. Avoid removing cards during active transfers and use the RecoveRx software only when you need to scan for accidentally deleted files.