Available types of “Memory Stick”
You can use various of “Memory Stick,” “Memory Stick PRO” and “MagicGate Memory Stick” with your product. However, because your product does not support the MagicGate standards, data recorded with your product is not subject to MagicGate copyright protection.
Notes on “Memory Stick PRO”
You can use up to 1 GB “Memory Stick PRO” with your product.
Notes on “Memory Stick Duo”
•To use “Memory Stick Duo” with your product, attach it to the Memory Stick Duo adapter before inserting it into your product.
•Be sure to attach “Memory Stick Duo” to the adapter with the correct orientation.
•Be sure to insert the Memory Stick Duo adapter with the correct orientation. Otherwise, the product may be damaged.
•Do not insert the Memory Stick Duo adapter without “Memory Stick Duo” attached. Doing so may result in malfunction of the product.
Note on data read/write speed
Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the “Memory Stick” and “Memory Stick” compliant product you use.
What is MagicGate?
MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology.
•Data may be damaged if:
–You remove the “Memory Stick” or turn off the unit while it is reading or writing data.
–You use the “Memory Stick” in a location subject to the effects of static electricity or electric noise.
•We recommend that you make a backup copy of important data that you record on the “Memory Stick.”
Notes
•Do not attach anything other than the supplied label to the “Memory Stick” labeling position.
•Attach the label so that it does not stick out beyond the labeling position.
•Do not write forcefully on the “Memory Stick Duo” memo area.
•Carry and store the “Memory Stick” in its case.
•Do not touch the connector of the “Memory Stick” with anything, including your finger or metallic objects.
•Do not strike, bend, or drop the “Memory Stick.”
•Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Stick.”
•Do not allow the “Memory Stick” to get wet.
•Do not use or store the “Memory Stick” in a location that is:
–Extremely hot, such as in a car parked in the sun
–Under direct sunlight
–Very humid or subject to corrosive substances
About formatting “Memory Stick”
When “Memory Sticks” are shipped from the factory, they are already formatted to a special standard. When you format “Memory Stick,” we recommend formatting them on this product.
Before using a “Memory Stick”
Terminal
Labeling position
•When you set the “Memory Stick” erasure prevention switch to “ LOCK,” data cannot be recorded, edited, or erased.
•Position and shape of the
•Use a sharp object, such as a ballpoint pen, to move the “Memory Stick Duo” erasure prevention switch.
Caution when formatting “Memory Stick” on a personal computer
Pay attention on the following points when formatting “Memory Stick” on a personal computer. Operation of “Memory Stick” formatted on a personal computer is not guaranteed on this product. To use a “Memory Stick” that has been formatted on a personal computer, the “Memory Stick” must be reformatted on this product. If it is not reformatted, all data stored on the “Memory Stick” will be lost.
For details on formatting a “Memory Stick,” see “Formatting a Memory Stick” on page 36.
Status Indicator
If the status indicator is turned on or is flashing, data is being read from or written to the “Memory Stick.” At this time, do not shake the computer or product or subject them to shock. Do not turn off the power of the computer and product or remove the “Memory Stick.” This may damage the data.
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