Sony DSC-F717 User Guide
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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.
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”: an
ordinary “Memory Stick” and a
“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.
ordinary “Memory Stick” and a
“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” with your camera.
Stick Duo” with your camera.
*
MagicGate is copyright protection technology
that uses encryption technology.
that uses encryption technology.
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You cannot record 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.
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.
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Do not remove the “Memory Stick” or turn off
the camera while reading or writing data.
the camera while reading or writing data.
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Data may be damaged in a location subject to
the effects of static electricity or noise.
the effects of static electricity or noise.
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We recommend backing up important data on
the hard disk of your computer.
the hard disk of your computer.
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Do not attach any other material than the
supplied label on the labeling position.
supplied label on the labeling position.
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When you carry or store the “Memory Stick,”
put it in the case supplied with it.
put it in the case supplied with it.
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Do not touch the terminal of a “Memory Stick”
with your hand or a metal object.
with your hand or a metal object.
•
Do not strike, bend or drop a “Memory Stick.”
•
Do not disassemble or modify a “Memory
Stick.”
Stick.”
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Do not expose the “Memory Stick” to water.
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Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick” under
the following conditions:
– High temperature locations such as the hot
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
– Humid locations or locations with corrosive
substances
Notes on using “Memory Stick
Duo” (option)
Duo” (option)
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When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with your
camera, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick
Duo” into a “Memory Stick Duo” adapter.
camera, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick
Duo” into a “Memory Stick Duo” adapter.
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Check to make sure the “Memory Stick Duo” is
inserted facing the proper direction. Inserting
the “Memory Stick Duo” facing the wrong
direction may damage the equipment.
inserted facing the proper direction. Inserting
the “Memory Stick Duo” facing the wrong
direction may damage the equipment.
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Do not insert a “Memory Stick Duo” without a
“Memory Stick Duo” adapter into “Memory
Stick” compatible equipment, as this may cause
equipment trouble.
“Memory Stick Duo” adapter into “Memory
Stick” compatible equipment, as this may cause
equipment trouble.
Terminal
Write-protect
switch
switch
Labeling position