Formatting Memory Cards - Nikon COOLPIX L23 User Manual

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Formatting Memory Cards

If the message shown on the right is displayed, the memory card
must be formatted before use. Note that formatting permanently
deletes all images and other data on the memory card. Be sure to
make copies of any images you wish to keep before formatting the
memory card.
To format, use the multi selector to select 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.
• The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the camera, be sure to
format them using this camera (A 105).
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The Write Protect Switch
When memory card 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 save or delete images, 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:
- Insert or remove the card
- Remove the batteries
- 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 shocks.
• 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 to corrosive gases.
Inserting Memory Cards
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
Yes
No
Write protect switch
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