Samsung HMX-M20BN User Manual page 32

Use this function if you want to delete all files completely or correct problems on the storage media.
PRECHECK!
Formatting completely deletes all files and optk)ns on a memory card, including protected files. By deleting all
files and options, formatting typically corrects problems, enabling stable speeds and operation.
Be aware that all files and data includin_rotected files will be erased.
1o Touch the Menu (/,a_o}) -* Setting (C@ tab -* "Format."
• A message appears asking about formatting the memory
card.
2o Touch "Yes."
• The format is executed with a message.
• Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the
power) during formatting. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter. The recording medium can
be corrupted il the baItery becomes exhausted and the camcorder shuts down during formatting.
If the recording medium becomes corrupted, format it again.
• Do not format the storage media on a PC or other device.
Make sure to format the storage media on this camcorder.
• Format memory cards in the following cases:
If the memory card is new
If the memory card has been formatted on another device
If you have used the memory card to record on another device
II your camcorder cannot read the memory card
The camcorder cannot format a memory card with the protection tab set to lock. _page 113
If there is no storage media inserted, you cannot select. It will be dimmed in the menu.