On “Memory Stick”

What is “Memory Stick”?

“Memory Stick” is a compact large-capacity IC storage media. The media can be used not only for transferring data between “Memory Stick” compatible products, but also as a removable, external storage media for storing data.

“Memory Stick” is available in standard size and a smaller size called “Memory Stick Duo.” When “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor, the size becomes the same as the standard- sized “Memory Stick” to allow to use with products that are compatible with the standard-sized “Memory Stick.”

“Memory Stick PRO” and “Memory Stick PRO Duo” are also available for handling even larger capacity data.

What is “MagicGate”?

“MagicGate” is the generic name for a copyright-protection technology developed by Sony. After performing authentication to confirm that recording or playback can be carried out correctly between a compatible device and “Memory Stick,” “MagicGate” then encrypts the data. Copyright-protected data can only be played back on an authenticated device.

Music and other data that require copyright protection can be recorded and played back by using a combination of a “MagicGate” compatible “Memory Stick” and equipment compatible with “MagicGate,” such as this unit.

Different types of data can be recorded on a single “Memory Stick.” For example, it is possible to record image data on the remaining empty section of a “MagicGate” compatible “Memory Stick” containing music data.

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