Inserting Memory Cards
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Removing Memory Cards

Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off before opening the memory card slot cover. Press the memory card lightly ( ) to release it. Once released, pull the memory card out carefully ( ).

jFormatting Memory Cards

If the message at right is displayed the memory card must be formatted (c 102) before use.

Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before formatting the memory card. Use the multi selector G or H to choose [Format] and press d. The screen shown at right will be displayed. To start formatting, choose [Format] again and press d.

Do not turn the camera off or remove the batteries or memory card until format- ting is complete.

The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX L12, be sure to format them (c 102).

Shooting for Preparation

jThe Write Protect Switch

SD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch. Write protect switch Pictures cannot be recorded or deleted and the memory card

cannot be formatted when this switch is in the “Lock” posi- tion. Unlock by sliding the switch to the “write” position.

jMemory Cards

Use only Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.

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

-Eject the memory card

-Remove the battery

-Turn off the camera

-Disconnect the AC adapter

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 or to corrosive gases.

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