SmartMedia Memory Cards

This section explains the types and usage of SmartMedia memory cards.

What is a SmartMedia Memory Card?

Files are recorded as data on the SmartMedia memory card in your camera. The following types of SmartMedia memory card can be used:

Capacity: ................... 2 MB, 4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64MB

Operating voltage: .... 3.3 V

Note • There are numerous types of SmartMedia memory cards. Before using a commercially available SmartMedia memory card, check with its manufacturer to be certain is compatible with your camera.

By using an optional PC card adapter or floppy disk adapter, you can insert a SmartMedia memory card directly into the PC card slot or floppy disk drive of your PC.

Protecting Against Accidental Writing

Attaching a write protect pad to a SmartMedia memory

 

card will prevent accidental erasure or overwriting of

 

recorded files.

 

Remove the write protect pad from the SmartMedia

 

memory card to record or erase data.

Attach a

 

write

Note If the write protect pad gets dirty, wipe it clean

protect

pad.

with a soft, dry cloth.

 

Handling Precautions

SmartMedia Memory Cards

Never remove the SmartMedia memory card while data is being recorded or erased.

Do not bend, subject to strong force or shock, or drop the SmartMedia memory card.

Avoid using or storing SmartMedia memory cards in environments that are subject to static electricity or electrical interference.

Avoid using or storing SmartMedia memory cards in environments that are subject to high temperature and humidity, where dust accumulates, or in atmospheres where corrosive substances are present.

Keep the contact surface of the SmartMedia memory card clean and free from dust and foreign matter. Should the contact surface get dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.

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Ricoh RDC-5300 manual SmartMedia Memory Cards, What is a SmartMedia Memory Card?, Protecting Against Accidental Writing