FujiFilm FINEPIX A310 Owner's Manual page 38

Notes on the xD-Picture Card
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• Image Memory Card
• This Image Memory Card is a new image recording
media (xD-Picture Card) developed for digital
cameras. The Image Memory Card consists of a
semiconductor memory (NAND-type flash memory)
to record digital image data.
The recording process is electrically performed and
enables erasure of existing image data as well as re-
recording of new image data.
• When using a new Memory Card, or a Memory Card
that has been initialized by a PC, be sure to initialize
(format/initialize) the card with your digital camera
before using it.
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Protecting
Your Data
• Data may be lost or destroyed in the following
situations. Please note that FUJ]FILM assumes no
responsibility for data that is lost or destroyed.
1. Removal of the memory card or turning the power
off while the memory card is being accessed (i.e.,
during record, erase, initialization, and playback
operations).
2. Improper handling and use of the memory card by
the user or third party.
• We recommend saving your important data to
another media (i.e., MO disk, CD-R, hard disk, etc.).
• Notes on Handling xD-Picture Card
• Keep xD-Picture Cards out of the reach of small
children. When storing xD-Picture Cards ensure
that they are kept in a location out of the reach of
small children to prevent a card being accidentally
swallowed. An xD-Picture Card could cause
suffocation if accidentally swallowed. If a child
swallows an xD-Picture Card, seek medical advice
immediately.
• Make sure that the memory card is straight when
you insert into the camera etc.
• The memory card is a precision electronic
instrument. Do not apply pressure or shock, and
avoid bending.
eDo not use the memory card in a hot, humid, or
corrosive environment.
• If the contact area on the card is soiled (dust,
fingerprints, etc.), wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.
• Clean the memory card with a soft dry piece of cloth
when dirty.
exD-Picture Cards should be kept in their special
cases or carrying cases when being stored or
carried around.
• The memory card can be used reliably for a long
period of time, but will eventually lose its ability to
store and play back image data. At this point,
replace with a new memory card.
• Never remove the xD-Picture Card or switch the
camera off during data recording, during data
erasing (xD-Picture Card formatting) or during
frame advance when images are being played back.
These actions could result in damage to the xD-
Picture Card.
• The use of xD-Picture Cards is recommended with
the FinePix A310.
The camera quality cannot be guaranteed when
cards other than those manufactured by FUJIFILM
are used.
• The xD-Picture Card may feel warm when it is
removed from the camera after extended periods of
picture taking or image viewing. This is normal and
does not indicate a fault.
• Do not affix labels to the xD-Picture Card.
This could result in the label peeling off and causing
a fault when the card is inserted or removed.
• Notes on Using xD-Picture Card with a PC
• If you intend to take photos using an xD-Picture
Card that has been used on a PC, format the xD-
Picture Card on your camera.
• When you format an xD-Picture Card in the camera
and then shoot and record images, a directory
(folder) is automatically created. Image data is then
recorded in this directory.
• Do not change or delete the directory (folder) names
or file names on the xD-Picture Card from your PC
as this will make it impossible to use the xD-Picture
Card in your camera.
• Always use the camera to erase image data on an
xD-Picture Card.
• To edit image data, copy the image data to the PC's
hard disk and then edit the copied data.
• Do not copy files other than those that will be used
by the camera.
• Specifications
Type
Memory type
Conditions for use
Dimensions
Image memory card for digital
cameras (xD-Picture Card)
NAND-type flash memory
Temperature:
O°C to +40°C
(+32°F to +104°F)
Humidity:
80% max. (no condensation)
25 mm ×20 mm× 2.2 mm
(0.98 in. >40.79 in. x 0.09 in.)
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The batteries in the camera are fully
depleted or very low on charge.
Fit new or fully charged batteries.
There is a strong likelihood of camera Use flash photography. However, a tripod should
shake because the shutter speed is slow. be used for some scenes and modes.
Outside the AE continuous range. The shot can be taken, but the correct bdghthess
(exposure) will not be obtained.
The AF (auto focus) cannot work effectively. • If the image is too dark, take the picture at a
distance of around 2 m (6.6 ft.) from the subject.
• Use AF lock to take the picture.
No xD-Plcture Card is inserted. Insert an xD-Plcture Card.
• The xD-Plcture Card is not formatted. • Format the xD-Plcture Card in the camera.
• The xD-Plcture Card contact area is • Wipe the contact area on the xD-Plcture Card
soiled, with a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to
format the xD-Plcture Card. If the error message
is still displayed, replace the xD-Plcture Card.
• Camera fault. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
• The xD-Plcture Card contact area is • Wipe the contact area on the xD-Plcture Card
soiled, with a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to
• The xD-Plcture Card is damaged, format the xD-Plcture Card. If the error message
• The xD-Plcture Card format is incorrect, is still displayed, replace the xD-Pleture Card.
• Camera fault. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
The xD-Plcture Card is fully recorded. Erase some images or use an xD-Plcture Card
that has ample free space.
• Images cannot be played back.
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• The file played back was not recorded
correctly.
• The xD-Plcture Card contact area is
soiled.
• Camera fault.
• You atlempted to play a movie that was
nor recorded on this camera.
The frame number has reached 999-9999.
• The data could not be recorded due to
an xD-Plcture Card error or a
connection error between the xD-
Picture Card and camera.
• The photographed image cannot be
recorded as it is too large to fit in the
available space on the xD-Plcture Card.
A protected file was encountered.
Prints were specified for 1000 or more
frames in the DPOF frame settings.
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• Wipe the contact area on the xD-Picture Card
with a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to
format the xD-Pieture Card. If the error message
is still displayed, replace the xD-Pleture Card.
• Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
• Movies cannot be played back.
_ Insert a formatted xD-Picture Card into the
camera.
_) Set "RENEW" as the FRAME NO. setting in
the SET=UP menu.
_3_Start taking pictures. (The frame numbers start
from "100=0001".)
9._ Set "CONT." as the FRAME NO. setting in the
SET-UP menu.
• Reqnsert the xD-Plcture Card or switch the
camera off and then on again. If the error
message is still displayed, contact your
FUJIFILM dealer.
• Use a new xD-Plcture Card.
Protected files cannot be erased. Remove the
protection.
The maximum number of frames for which prints
can be specified on the same xD-Plcture Card Js
999.
Copy the images for which you want to order
prints onto another xD-Plcture Card and then
specify the DPOF settings.
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