Notes on Using Memory Stick Media
About DCF File NamesMemory Stick Precautions

Most Sony brand digital still and video cameras automatically record still photo and movie files using DCF compliant directory and file names.

If you selected the Digital Camera Folders option, as described on page 89, you might want to have your digital camera’s instruction manual handy in order to check how files and directories are organized for your specific model of digital camera.

DCF stands for “Design Rules for Camera File Systems,” which are specifications established by the Japan Electronic Industry Development Association (JEIDA).

When using Memory Stick media, follow these precautions:

sTo avoid permanent damage to still image data, do not turn off the TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read (as indicated by the Memory Stick indicator light being on).

sAvoid touching the terminal of Memory Stick media or bringing it into contact with a metal object.

sDo not drop, bend, or submit Memory Stick media to external shock.

sDo not disassemble or modify Memory Stick media.

sAvoid getting liquid on Memory Stick media.

sApply labels only within the designated label area.

Memory Stick

Label Area

sTo avoid permanent damage to still image data, do not use or store Memory Stick media in a location subject to:

High temperature (such as near a heater or inside a hot car)

High humidity

Direct sunlight

Corrosive substances

Magnetic fields

Excessive dust

Static electricity or electric noise

Electric surges

sStore and carry Memory Stick media in its original case to ensure protection of stored data.

sSave a backup of stored data.

sWhen using the Memory Stick DUO, insert it without using the Memory Stick DUO adaptor. For details, see page 79.

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