Formatting The Card (Initialisation) - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GM1 Operating Instructions For Advanced Features

2. Preparations before Recording
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Write-Protect switch A provided (When this switch is set to the [LOCK] position,
no further data writing, deletion or formatting is possible. The ability to write,
delete and format data is restored when the switch is returned to its original
position.)
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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.
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Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Formatting the card (initialisation)

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. (P37)
[MENU] > [Setup] > [Format]
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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)
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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(P305) when formatting.