Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction

Image data may be damaged in the following cases. We cannot compensate for the damaged image data.

–If you eject the “Memory Stick,” turn the power off on your camcorder or remove the battery pack for replacement while your camcorder is reading or writing image files on the “Memory Stick” (while the access lamp is lit or flashing).

–If you use the “Memory Stick” near magnets or magnetic fields such as those of speakers and a TV.

We recommend backing up important data on the hard disk of a computer.

On handling

•When you carry or store the “Memory Stick,” put it in its case.

•Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section.

•Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to the “Memory Stick.” •Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Stick.”

•Do not let the “Memory Stick” get wet.

On location for use

Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick” in locations that are:

–Extremely hot such as in a car parked in the sun or under the scorching sun

–Under direct sunlight

–Very humid or subject to corrosive gases

Notes on using the “Memory Stick Duo” (optional)

•Be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” Adaptor when using the “Memory Stick Duo” with your camcorder.

•Make sure you insert the “Memory Stick Duo” in the proper direction. Inserting it the wrong way may cause a malfunction.

•Do not insert the “Memory Stick Duo” not inserted into the “Memory Stick Duo” Adapter into the “Memory Stick”-compatible unit. This may cause a malfunction of the unit.

Note on using the “Memory Stick PRO” (optional)

The “Memory Stick PRO” with a capacity up to 1 GB can be used with this camcorder.

The “Memory Stick” formatted by a computer

The “Memory Stick” formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.

Notes on image data compatibility

•Image data files recorded on the “Memory Stick” by your camcorder conform with the Design Rule for Camera File Systems 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 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 the “Memory Stick” that is used with other equipment, format it with your camcorder (p. 177). Note that formatting erases all information on the “Memory Stick.”

•You may not be able to play back images recorded on your camcorder depending on the equipment you attempt to use for playback.

•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 shot with other equipment.

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