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On “MagicGate Memory Stick”
What is a “Memory Stick”?
“Memory Stick” is a compact, portable and versatile Integrated Circuit recording medium with a
data capacity that exceeds a floppy disk. “Memory Stick” is specially designed for exchanging
and sharing digital data among “Memory Stick” compatible products. Because it is removable,
the “Memory Stick” can also be used for external data storage.
Types of “Memory Stick”
There are two types of “Memory Stick”:
– “MagicGate Memory Stick” that is equipped with “MagicGate” copyright protection
technology.
– “Memory Stick” that is not equipped with “MagicGate” copyright protection technology.
(See “Glossary” on page 31 for details.)
Use a “MagicGate Memory Stick” with this player.
A 64-MB “MagicGate Memory Stick” is supplied with this product.
When you purchase a spare “Memory Stick” for your Network Walkman, be sure to ask for a
“MagicGate Memory Stick,” which is distinguished by the
logo.
Note
The Memory capacity of a “MagicGate Memory Stick” supported by this product is 128MB.
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NOTES:
• The recorded music is limited to private use only. Use of the music beyond this limit requires permission
of the copyright holders.
• Sony is not responsible for music files that are not saved on your computer due to unsuccessful recording
from CD or music downloading.
Other features
•Compact size, light weight.
•Skip-proof: you can enjoy uninterrupted enjoyment of music during physical activities such as
jogging or commuting.
•Approximately 10 hours of continuous playback with a rechargeable nickel hydride battery.
•Recordable time: up to 60 min., 80 min., 120 min.**, on the supplied 64MB “MagicGate Memory
Stick.”
•Backlight LCD screen: song titles and artist names can be displayed.
•High speed data transfer using the supplied USB cable.
•OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to record compact discs using the ATRAC3 format
(high sound quality, high compression) to the hard drive.
* The copyright protection technology of Network Walkman conforms to the SDMI (Secure Digital Music
Initiative) specifications.
**Differs according to the bit rate when recording. In this case, the figures for the recordable time are when
recording on a 64MB “MagicGate Memory Stick” at 132kbps, 105kbps, and 66kbps.