Formatting Memory Cards - Nikon COOLPIX S8000 User Manual

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Formatting Memory Cards

If the message at right is displayed when the camera is turned on,
the memory card must be formatted before use (A 138). 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.
When formatting the memory card, use the rotary multi selector to
choose Yes and press the k button. The confirmation dialog will
be displayed. To start formatting, choose Format and press the k
button.
• Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting
is complete.
• Be sure to use this camera to format memory cards previously used in other devices the first time
they are inserted into the COOLPIX S8000 (A 138).
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The Write Protect Switch
Memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch. When
this switch is in the "lock" position, data cannot be written to,
or deleted from, the memory card. If the switch is in the "lock"
position, unlock it by sliding the switch to the "write" position
to record or delete pictures, or to format the memory card.
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Memory 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:
- Take out the battery or memory card
- 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, 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, dust, or corrosive gases.
Inserting Memory Cards
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
Yes
No
Write protect switch
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