FujiFilm DIGITAL Q1 Owner's Manual page 57

Notes on the xD-Picture Card
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
rerecording 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.
Protecting Your Data
Data may be lost or destroyed in the following situations. Please note that the supplier 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.
Do 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.
When you carry or store it, always keep the card in the anti-static case provided. Use a storage case if
available.
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 this camera. 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.
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