BFormatting a Memory Card
If the message at right is displayed, the memory card must be formatted before use. Note that formatting (A170) 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 to choose Yes and press the kbutton. The confirmation dialog will be displayed. To start formatting, choose Format and press the kbutton.
•Do not turn the camera off or open the
•The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into this camera, be sure to format them (A170) with this camera.
BThe 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 |
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cannot be formatted when this switch is in the “lock” position. |
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Unlock by sliding the switch to the “write” position. |
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• Unlock when using the LAN features of the COOLPIX P6000 |
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to upload pictures from memory card onto my Picturetown. |
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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:
-Eject the memory card
-Remove the battery
-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, expose to water or strong physical shocks.
•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 to corrosive gases.
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