Nikon Coolpix L24 - Manual (Page 29)

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Inserting Memory Cards
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Removing Memory Cards
Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off
and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor
are off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover and press the card in (1) to partially eject the
card. Remove the card (2), being careful not to bend
it.
B
Formatting Memory Cards
If the message shown on the right is displayed, the memory card
must be formatted before use. Note that formatting permanently
deletes all pictures and other data on the memory card. Be sure
to make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before formatting
the memory card.
To format, use the multi selector to select Yes and press k. The
confirmation dialog will be displayed. To start formatting, choose Format and press
k
.
• Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting is complete.
• The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the camera, be sure to
format them using this camera ( A 98).
B
The Write Protect Switch
SD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch.
Pictures cannot be recorded or deleted and the memory card
cannot be formatted when this switch is in the “lock” position.
Unlock by sliding the switch to the “write” position.
B
Memory Cards
• Use only Secure Digital memory cards.
• Do not perform the following during formatting, while data
is being written to or deleted from the memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure
to observe this precaution could result in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory
card:
- Insert or remove the card
- Remove the batteries
- Turn off the camera
- Disconnect the AC adapter
• Do not format the memory card using a computer.
• Do not disassemble or modify.
• Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks.
• Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
• Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.
• Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperatures.
• Do not expose to humidity, dust, or to corrosive gases.
1 2
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
No
Yes
Write protect switch