Format the Memory Card

Memory cards must be formatted after being used or formatted in other devices. Format the card as described below.

DFormatting Memory Cards

Formatting memory cards permanently deletes any data they may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding (0 134).

1 Turn the camera on.

X

Power switch

2 Display format options.

Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Format memory card in the setup menu and press 2. For more information on using the menus, see page 13.

Gbutton

3Highlight Yes.

To exit without formatting the memory card, highlight No and press J.

4Press J.

The message at right will be displayed while

the card is formatted. Do not remove the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until formatting is complete.

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