Nikon COOLPIXS4300PLUMKIT, COOLPIXS4100BLK Formatting Memory Cards, Write Protect Switch

Inserting Memory Cards

BFormatting Memory Cards

If the message at right is displayed when the camera is turned on, the memory card must be formatted before use (A 159). Note that

formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on	Card is not formatted.
the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish	Format card?
to keep before formatting the memory card.
Tap Yes to format. When the confirmation dialog is displayed, tap	Yes	No
Yes. To start formatting, tap OK.

•Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting is complete.

•Be sure to use this camera to format memory cards previously used in other devices the first time they are inserted into the COOLPIX S4100 (A 159).

B The Write Protect Switch

When the memory card switch is in the “lock” position, data	Write protect switch
cannot be written to or deleted from the memory card. If the
switch is in the “lock” position, unlock it by sliding the switch to
the “write” position to record or delete pictures, or to format
the memory card.

First Steps

BMemory Cards

•Use only Secure Digital memory cards.

•Do not perform the following during formatting, while data is being written to or deleted from the memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card:

-Take out the battery or memory card

-Turn off the camera

-Disconnect the AC adapter

•Do not format the memory card using a computer.

•Do not disassemble or modify.

•Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shock.

•Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.

•Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.

•Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperatures.

•Do not expose to humidity, dust, or corrosive gases.

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