Sony DSC-U30 Operating Instructions - Page 74

On "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is a new compact, portable and versatile IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. In addition to exchanging data between "Memory Stick" compatible equipment, you can also use a "Memory Stick" to store data as a type of detachable external recording media. There are two types of "Memory Stick": ordinary "Memory Stick" and "MagicGate Memory Stick" that is equipped with the MagicGate* copyright protection technology. You can use both types of "Memory Stick" with your camera. However, because your camera does not support the MagicGate standards, data recorded with your camera is not subject to MagicGate copyright protection. In addition, you can also use "Memory Stick Duo" or "Memory Stick PRO" with your camera. * MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. • "Memory Stick" formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with this camera. 74 "Memory Stick" type Recording/ Playback Memory Stick a (Memory Stick Duo) MagicGate Memory Stick a** (MagicGate Memory Stick Duo) Memory Stick PRO a** ** The camera cannot record or play back the data needed by the MagicGate function. All Memory Stick media operations are not necessarily guaranteed. Notes on using the supplied "Memory Stick" • You cannot record, edit or delete images when the write-protect switch is set to LOCK. The position or the shape of the write-protect switch may differ depending on the "Memory Stick" you use. Terminal Write-protect switch Labeling position • Do not remove the "Memory Stick" while reading or writing data. • Data may be corrupted in the following cases. - When the "Memory Stick" is removed or the camera is turned off during read or write operation - When the "Memory Stick" is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise • We recommend backing up important data. • Do not attach any other material than the supplied label on the labeling position. • Attach the label in the prescribed label location, taking care that the label does not extend from this location. • When you carry or store the "Memory Stick," put it in the case supplied with it. • Do not touch the terminal of the "Memory Stick" with your hand or a metal object. • Do not strike, bend or drop the "Memory Stick." • Do not disassemble or modify the "Memory Stick." • Do not expose the "Memory Stick" to water. • Do not use or keep the "Memory Stick" under the following conditions: - High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight - Locations exposed to direct sunlight - Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances