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DMemory Cards
• Memory cards may be hot after use.
Observe due caution when
removing memory cards from the camera.
• Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards.
Do
not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or
remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while
data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer.
Failure t o
observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to
the camera or card.
• Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objec ts.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks.
• Do not apply force to the card casing.
Failure to observe this
precaution could damage the card.
• Do not expose to water, high levels of humidity, or direct sunlight.
• Do not format memory cards in a computer.
AThe Write Protect Switch
SD memory cards are equipped with a
write protect switch to prevent
accidental loss of data. When this switch
is in the “lock” position, the memory
card can not be formatted and photos
can not be deleted or recorded (a warning will be displayed in the
monitor if you attempt to release the shutter). To unlock the memory
card, slide the switch to the “write” position.
ANo Memory Card
If no memory card is inserted, the control
panel and viewfinder will show S.
If the
camera is turned off with a charged EN-EL15
battery and no memory card inserted, S
will be displayed in the control panel.
ASee Also
See page 326 for information on formatting memory cards using the
Format memory card option in the setup menu.
Write-protect switch
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