Sony PDW-700 Operation Manual page 205

equipment compatible with "Memory Stick
PRO".
Available types of "Memory Stick"
With this camcorder, you can use a Sony
"Memory Stick", "Memory Stick Duo",
"Memory Stick PRO" whose capacity does not
exceed 4 GB, and "Memory Stick PRO Duo".
Note
To use "Memory Stick Duo" or "Memory Stick PRO
Duo" with your product, an adaptor needs to be attached.
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"
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1Terminal
2Write-protect tab
3Labeling position
• When you set the "Memory Stick" write-protect
tab to "LOCK", data cannot be recorded, edited,
or erased. ("Memory Stick Duo" and "Memory
Stick PRO Duo" do not have this function.)
• 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
- Very humid or subject to corrosive substances
"Memory Stick" access indicator
If the access 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.
Precautions
• To prevent data loss, make backups of data
frequently. In no event will Sony be liable for
any loss of data.
• Unauthorized recording may be contrary to the
provisions of copyright law. When you use a
"Memory Stick" that has been pre-recorded, be
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sure that the material has been recorded in
accordance with copyright and other applicable
laws.
• The "Memory Stick" application software of
the camcorder may be modified or changed by
Sony without prior notice.
• Note that there are certain restrictions on
recording stage performances and other
entertainment events, even if they are recorded
for personal use only.
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