Formatting The Card (Initialization) - Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 Owner's Manual

2. Preparations before Recording
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During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this unit
off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied). Furthermore, do
not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.
The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate
normally.
If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation
again.
• If you set the Write-Protect switch A to "LOCK", you may not be able to write,
delete or format the data or display it by recording date. These operations
become available again when you unlock the switch.
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The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves,
static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing
important data on a PC etc.
•
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Formatting the card (initialization)

Format the card before recording a picture with this unit.
Since data cannot be recovered after formatting, make sure to back up necessary
data in advance.
Select the menu.
> [Setup] > [Format]
MENU
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Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
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Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional)
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Do not turn the camera off during formatting.
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If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again.
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If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic.
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