Handling SD memory cards

An SD memory card may be inserted or removed, either before or after the power is turned on.

To insert an SD memory card

Open the lid of the switch cover, and insert an SD memory card (optional accessory) into the SD memory card slot with the notch upward. Close the lid.

To remove the SD memory card

Open the lid of the switch cover, and ensure that the BUSY lamp is not illuminated. Then, further depress the SD memory card towards the main unit. This releases the SD memory card from the insertion slot. Take hold of the SD memory card and remove it. Close the lid.

SD memory cards must not be used or stored in an environment where they may be

zExposed to high temperatures/humidities;

zExposed to water droplets; or

zElectrically charged.

For storage, the SD memory card must be kept inserted into the unit with the lid closed.

‹Note

An SD memory card must be inserted with the right side facing the slot. If the card is hard to insert, it may be reversed or upside down. Do not force it into the slot. Check the card before re-inserting it.

Formatting, Writing and Reading an SD memory card

To format an SD memory card, write settings data or read data on an SD memory card, navigate the menu to the <SD CARD READ/ WRITE> screen from the FILE page.

#< SD CARD READ/WRITE >

R.SELECT:1

READ

W.SELECT:1

WRITE

CARD CONFIG

TITLE READ

TITLE:

1:******** 5: ********

2:******** 6: ********

3:******** 7: ********

4:******** 8: ********

If an SD memory card that is formatted in a standard other than the SD standards and SDHC standards, [FORMAT ERROR] is displayed in the top right section of the window.

In this case, reformat the card as follows. Note that the indication “FORMAT ERROR” does not disappear if the SD memory card is replaced with this menu page open. When the SD memory card is replaced, perform TITLE READ.

To format an SD memory card

‹Note

SD memory cards may be formatted via the thumbnail screen. For more information, see [Formatting SD memory cards] (page 123).

1 Navigate the menu to the <SD CARD READ/WRITE> screen.

2 Turn the JOG dial button to move the cursor to the menu option CARD CONFIG.

3 Press the JOG dial button to display the following message:

CONFIG?

YES

# NO

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