Pentax Optio S5n User Manual

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Data Backup

Very occasionally, data stored in the built-in memory becomes unreadable. As a
backup measure, we recommend that you download important data to a PC or store
the data in a medium other than the built-in memory.

Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card

• Make sure that the camera is turned off before opening the battery/card cover.
• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch.

Setting the switch to [LOCK] protects the existing data by
prohibiting recording of new data, deletion of existing data or
formatting of the card.

• Care should be taken if you remove the SD Memory Card

immediately after using the camera, as the card may be hot.

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off

while data is being recorded on the card, images or sound
are being played back, or the camera is connected to a PC with the USB cable as
this may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.

• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from

water and store away from high temperature.

• Be sure to format unused cards or cards that have been used on another camera.

Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory” (p.138) for
instructions on formatting.

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage the

card and render it unusable.

• The data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances.

PENTAX does not accept any liability for data that is deleted
(1) when the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
(2) when the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical

interference.

(3) when the card has not been used for a long time.
(4) when the card is ejected, the AC adapter is disconnected or the battery is

removed while the data on the card is being recorded or accessed.

• The SD Memory Card has a limited service life. If it is not used for a long time, the

data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to make a backup of important
data on a PC.

• Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity or

electrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to

rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

• When using an SD Memory Card with a slow recording speed, recording may stop

while you are taking movies even when there is adequate space in the memory, or
shooting and playback may take a long time.

• When you purchase the SD Memory Card, access the PENTAX website and

confirm beforehand if they have compatibility with your camera. Inquiries on the
card compatibility can also be answered by your nearest PENTAX service center.

Write-protect switch