Transparent magnetic layer

Transparent magnetic layer
An information storage layer built into Advanced Photo System film that enables enhanced information exchange capabilities.
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TRANSPARENT MAGNETIC LAYER - Thin layer of magnetic particles coating the surface of APS (Advanced Photo System) film that records information such as the picture size selected by the photographer and processing data.

A transparent magnetic layer records information that helps the photofinisher make better
prints; as well as recording shooting data and other information that can be backprinted on
the photographic print.

Basically, slide film. A positive photographic image on film, viewed or projected by transmitted light (light shining through film).

Transparent magnetic layer ...

of Advanced Photo System film to communicate with devices, and devices to communicate with film; can be accomplished optically or magnetically using a thin magnetic layer on the film that records digital data. See also Transparent magnetic layer.

See also: Film, Advanced photo system, Print, Lens, Photograph