Maintenance and precautions (Continued)

•Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick Duo” in the following locations:

–Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer.

–Places under direct sunlight.–Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases.xOn the Memory Stick Duo adaptor

•When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with a “Memory Stick” compliant device, make sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor.

•When inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make sure the “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted facing in the correct direction, then insert it all the way in. Note that improper use may cause a malfunction. Also, if you force the “Memory Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor in the wrong direction, it may be damaged.

•Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor without a “Memory Stick Duo” attached. Doing so may result in malfunctions of the unit.

On image data compatibility

•Image data files recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” by your camcorder conform to the “Design rule for Camera File system” universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

•On your camcorder, you cannot play back still images recorded on other devices (DCR- TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that do not conform to the universal standard. (These models are not sold in some regions.)

•If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo” that has been used with another device, format it with your camcorder (p. 87). Note that formatting erases all information on the “Memory Stick Duo.”

•You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder:–When playing back image data modified on your computer.–When playing back image data recorded with other devices.
xOn a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”

•The maximum memory capacity of a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” that can be used on your camcorder is 8 GB.

Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro”

•To use a “Memory Stick Micro” with the camcorder, you need a Duo-sized M2 Adaptor. Insert the “Memory Stick Micro” into the Duo- sized M2 Adaptor, then insert the adaptor into the Memory Stick Duo slot. If you insert a “Memory Stick Micro” into the camcorder without using a Duo-sized M2 Adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the camcorder.

•Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.

About storage of the battery pack

•If the battery pack is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery pack and use it up on your camcorder once a year to maintain proper function. To store the battery pack, remove it from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool place.

•To discharge the battery pack on your camcorder completely, leave your camcorder in tape recording standby until the power goes off (p. 15).

About battery life

•Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one.

•Each battery’s life is governed by storage, operating and environmental conditions.

About i.LINK

The HDV/DV (i.LINK) jack on your camcorder is an i.LINK-compliant 6-pin jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features.

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