About "Memory Stick" Media - Sony MSU-900 Operation Manual

About "Memory Stick"
Media
What is a "Memory Stick"?
A "Memory Stick" is a new compact, portable and
versatile IC (Integrated Circuit) recording medium with a
data capacity that exceeds a floppy disk. A "Memory
Stick" is specially designed for exchanging and sharing
digital data among "Memory Stick" compatible products.
Because it is removable, a "Memory Stick" can also be
used for external data storage.
The "Memory Stick" is available in two sizes: standard
size and compact "Memory Stick Duo" size. Once
attached to a "Memory Stick Duo" adapter, a "Memory
Stick Duo" turns to the same size as a standard "Memory
Stick" and thus can be used with products compliant with
a standard "Memory Stick."
Types of "Memory Stick"
The "Memory Stick" is available in the following four
types to meet various requirements in functions.
"Memory Stick-R"
Stored data are not overwritten. You can write data to a
"Memory Stick-R" with "Memory Stick-R" compatible
products only. Copyright protected data that requires
MagicGate copyright protection technology cannot be
written to a "Memory Stick-R."
"Memory Stick"
Stores any type of data except copyright-protected data
that requires the MagicGate copyright protection
technology.
"MagicGate Memory Stick"
Equipped with the MagicGate copyright protection
technology.
"Memory Stick-ROM"
Stores pre-recorded, read-only data. You cannot record on
a "Memory Stick-ROM" or erase the pre-recorded data.
Available types of "Memory Stick"
You can use "Memory Sticks" and "MagicGate Memory
Sticks" of 128 MB or less with this product. However, as
this product does not conform to the MagicGate standards,
MagicGate copyright protection is not applied to data
recorded using this product.
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About "Memory Stick" Media

Note
You cannot use a "Memory Stick Duo" as-is with this
product. To use a "Memory Stick Duo," attach it to the
"Memory Stick Duo" adaptor.
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.
About "Memory Stick PRO"
It is not possible to use a "Memory Stick PRO" in this unit.
What is MagicGate?
MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses
encryption technology.
Before using a "Memory Stick"
Terminal
Write-protect tab
• When you set the "Memory Stick" erasure prevention
switch to "LOCK," data cannot be recorded, edited, or
erased.
• 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.
• 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
Labelling position