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Using a “Memory Stick”
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.
Before using a “Memory Stick”
• When you set the “Memory Stick” erasure prevention
switch to “ LOCK,” data cannot be recorded, edited, or
erased.
• Position and shape of the write-protect tab may differ
depending on the “Memory Stick” to be used.
• Use a sharp object, such as a ballpoint pen, to move the
“Memory Stick Duo” erasure prevention switch.
• 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.
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.
Write-protect tab
Terminal
Labeling position
