FujiFilm FinePix S3100 Owner's Manual page 45

Notes on the xD-Picture Card™
■ Image Memory Card
h 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.
h When using a new Memory Card, or a Memory Card
that has been formatted by a PC, be sure to format
the card with your digital camera before using it.
■ Protecting Your Data
h Images and movies may be lost or destroyed in the
following situations. Please note that FUJIFILM
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.
h Save your important data to another media (i.e., MO
disk, CD-R, hard disk, etc.).
■ Handling xD-Picture Card
h When storing xD-Picture Cards, make sure that
they are kept out of the reach of children. An xD-
Picture Card could be swallowed cause suffocation.
If a child swallows an xD-Picture Card, seek
medical attention or call emergency number right
away.
h When inserting the xD-Picture Card into the
camera, hold the xD-Picture Card straight as you
push it in.
h Do not expose an xD-Picture Card to shock. Do not
apply pressure, and avoid bending.
h Do not use or store xD-Picture Card in hot humid
places.
h Clean the xD-Picture Card with a soft dry piece of
cloth when dirty.
h When carrying or storing an xD-Picture Card, keep
it in the special protective case.
h The xD-Picture Card will work well for long time, but
will sooner or later lose its ability to store and play
back images or movies. If this happens replace it
with a new xD-Picture Card.
h Never remove the xD-Picture Card or turn the
camera off during data recording or erasing (xD-
Picture Card formatting) as this could be damaged
to the xD-Picture Card.
h The use of xD-Picture Cards is recommended with
the FinePix S3100 / FinePix S3500.
The recording quality cannot be guaranteed when
xD-Picture Cards other than those manufactured by
FUJIFILM are used.
h The xD-Picture Card may feel warm when it is
removed from the camera after taking pictures. This
is normal.
h Do not put labels on the xD-Picture Card. Peeling
labels can cause the camera not to work properly.
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■ Using xD-Picture Card with a PC
h When taking pictures using an xD-Picture Card that
has been used on a PC, reformat the xD-Picture
Card using your camera for best quality.
h When formatting an xD-Picture Card, a directory
(folder) is created. Image data is then recorded in
this directory.
h Do not change or delete the directory (folder) or file
names on the xD-Picture Card because this will
make it impossible to use the xD-Picture Card in
your camera.
h Always use the camera to erase image data on an
xD-Picture Card.
h To edit image data, copy the image data to the PC
and edit the copy.
h Do not copy files other than those that will be used
by the camera.
■ Specifications
Type Image memory card for digital
cameras (xD-Picture Card)
Memory type NAND-type flash memory
Conditions for use Temperature:
0°C to +40°C
(+32°F to +104°F)
Humidity:
80% max. (no condensation)
25 mm × 20 mm × 2.2 mm
Dimensions
(0.98 in. × 0.79 in. × 0.09 in.)
(W × H × D)
Warning Displays
eThe table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the screen.
Warning Displayed Explanation
The camera batteries are low or
(Lit red)
completely out of charge.
(Blinking red)
There is a strong likelihood of camera
∂
shake because the shutter speed is
slow.
Outside the AE continuous range.
The AF (auto focus) cannot work
effectively.
Camera malfunction or fault.
No xD-Picture Card is inserted.
i The xD-Picture Card is not
formatted.
i The xD-Picture Card contact area
is soiled.
i Camera fault.
i The xD-Picture Card contact area
is soiled.
i The xD-Picture Card is damaged.
i The xD-Picture Card format is
incorrect.
i Camera fault.
The xD-Picture Card is full.
i The data could not be recorded due
to an xD-Picture Card error or a
connection error between the xD-
Picture Card and camera.
i The image cannot be recorded as it
is too large to fit in the available
space on the xD-Picture Card.
The frame number has reached
999–9999.
Remedy
Load new or fully charged batteries.
Use flash photography. However, use a
tripod for some scenes and modes.
The picture can be taken, but the correct
brighthess (exposure) will not be obtained.
i If the image is too dark, take the picture at
a distance of around 2 m (6.6 ft.) from the
subject.
i Use AF lock to take the picture.
i Turn the camera on again, taking care not
to touch the lens.
i Turn the camera off and on again. If the
message still appears, contact your
FUJIFILM dealer.
Insert an xD-Picture Card.
i Format the xD-Picture Card on the
camera.
i Wipe the contact area on the xD-Picture
Card with a soft dry cloth. It may be
necessary to format the xD-Picture Card.
If the message still appears, replace the
xD-Picture Card.
i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
i Wipe the contact area on the xD-Picture
Card with a soft dry cloth. It may be
necessary to format the xD-Picture Card.
If the message still appears, replace the
xD-Picture Card.
i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
Erase some images or use an xD-Picture
Card that has ample free space.
i Re-insert the xD-Picture Card or turn the
camera off and then on again. If the
message still appears, contact your
FUJIFILM dealer.
i Use a new xD-Picture Card.
1 Insert a formatted xD-Picture Card into
the camera.
2 Set "RENEW" as the FRAME NO.
setting in the "SET-UP" menu.
3 Start taking pictures. (The frame
numbers start from "100-0001".)
4 Set "CONT." as the FRAME NO. setting
in the "SET-UP" menu.
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