Preparation

Card

The following types of cards can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.)

Type of card

Characteristics

 

 

SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)

• Fast recording and writing speed

 

A

(Formatted using the FAT12 or FAT16

• Write-Protect switch A provided (When

 

 

format in compliance with the SD

this switch is set to the [LOCK] position,

 

 

standard)

no further data writing, deletion or

 

 

 

 

SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to

formatting is possible. The ability to

2

write, delete and format data is restored

32 GB)¢

 

 

(Formatted using the FAT32 format in

when the switch is returned to its

 

 

original position.)

 

 

compliance with the SD standard)

 

 

 

 

 

¢The SDHC Memory Card is a memory card standard decided by the SD Association in 2006 for high capacity memory cards more than 2 GB.

¢You can use an SDHC Memory Card in equipment that is compatible with SDHC Memory Cards however you cannot use an SDHC Memory Card in equipment that is only compatible

with SD Memory Cards. (Always read the operating instructions for the equipment being used.)

•You can only use cards with SDHC logo (indicating compliance with the SD standard) if using cards with 4 GB or more capacity.

•It is recommended to use a card with SD Speed Class¢ with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures.

¢SD speed class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.

• Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

(This Site is English only.)

Note

•Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are being written, read or deleted, or the built-in memory or the card is being formatted (P37)]. Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.

The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally.

If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again.

•The data on the built-in memory or the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing important data on a PC etc.

•Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to ensure proper operation. (P37)

•Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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