Using a “Memory Stick” – introductionA “Memory Stick” formatted by a computer

A “Memory Stick” formatted by the Windows OS or Macintosh computers does not have a guaranteed compatibility with this camcorder.

Note on using the “Memory Stick Duo”

You can use a “Memory Stick Duo” in your camcorder after inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor.

You may damage the “Memory Stick Duo” or the Memory Stick slot on your camcorder in the following situations.

–When you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” that is not inserted into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor into the Memory Stick slot on your camcorder.

–When you insert the “Memory Stick Duo” in the wrong direction.

If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” without a Memory Stick Duo adaptor by mistake, hold the camcorder so the Memory Stick slot is facing down, then hold the lid aside using a toothpick or similar object to let the “Memory Stick Duo” slide out.

Notes on image data compatibility

•Image data files recorded on a “Memory Stick” by your camcorder conform to the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard (DCF98 standard) established by the JEIDA (Japan Electronic Industry Development Association). You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCR- TRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that does not conform to this universal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.)

•If you cannot use a “Memory Stick” that is used with other equipment, format it with this camcorder (p. 109). However, formatting erases all information on the “Memory Stick.”

•“Memory Stick,” and “MagicGate Memory Stick” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•“Memory Stick Duo” and “” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•“Memory Stick PRO” and “” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•“MagicGate” and “” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.

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