Sony Handycam DCR-VX2100E Operating Instructions Manual page 171

Using a "Memory Stick"
– introduction
• We recommend backing up important data.
•Image data may be damaged in the following
cases:
– If you remove the "Memory Stick," turn the
power off, or detach the battery for
replacement when the access lamp is
flashing.
– If you use a "Memory Stick" near static
electricity or magnetic fields.
• Prevent metallic objects or your finger from
coming into contact with the metal parts of
the connecting section.
• Stick its label on the labeling position.
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to a
"Memory Stick."
• Do not disassemble or modify a "Memory Stick."
• Do not let the "Memory Stick" get wet.
• Do not use or keep a "Memory Stick" in
locations that are:
– Extremely hot such as in a car parked in the
sun or under the scorching sun.
– Under direct sunlight.
– Very humid or subject to corrosive gases.
• When you carry or store a "Memory Stick,"
put it in its case.
A "Memory Stick" formatted by a
computer
A "Memory Stick" formatted by the Windows
OS or Macintosh computers does not have a
guaranteed compatibility with this camcorder.
Note on using the "Memory Stick Duo"
You can use a "Memory Stick Duo" in your
camcorder after inserting it into the Memory
Stick Duo adaptor.
You may damage the "Memory Stick Duo" or
the Memory Stick slot on your camcorder in
the following situations.
– When you insert a "Memory Stick Duo" that
is not inserted into a Memory Stick Duo
adaptor into the Memory Stick slot on your
camcorder.
– When you insert the "Memory Stick Duo" in
the wrong direction.
If you insert a "Memory Stick Duo" without a
Memory Stick Duo adaptor by mistake, hold
the camcorder so the Memory Stick slot is
facing down, then hold the lid aside using a
toothpick or similar object to let the "Memory
Stick Duo" slide out.
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