Formatting the Card
If the card is new or was previously formatted (initialized) by another camera
or computer, format the card with this camera ( = 492).
The number of possible shots varies depending on the remaining capacity of
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the card, the settings of image quality, ISO speed, etc.
When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are being
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written to, read from, or erased from the card, or data is being transferred.
Do not open the card slot/battery compartment cover. Also, never do any
of the following while the access lamp is lit or blinking. Otherwise, it can
damage the image data, card, or camera.
y Removing the card.
y Removing the battery.
y Shaking or striking the camera.
y Unplugging and connecting a power cord (when household power outlet
accessories (sold separately) are used).
If the card already contains recorded images, the image number may not start
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from 0001 ( = 488).
If a card-related error message is displayed on the screen, remove and reinsert
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the card. If the error persists, use a different card.
If you can transfer images on the card to a computer, transfer all the images
and then format the card with the camera ( = 492). The card may then return
to normal.
Do not touch the card's contacts with your fingers or metal objects. Do not
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expose the contacts to dust or water. If smudges adhere to the contacts,
contact failure may result.
Multimedia cards (MMC) cannot be used. (Card error will be displayed.)
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Use of UHS-II microSDHC/SDXC cards with a microSD to SD adapter is not
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recommended. When using UHS-II cards, use SDHC/SDXC cards.
Inserting/Removing the Battery and Card
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