Canon A400 User Manual

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Preparing the Camera

If the camera is not operating correctly, the

SD card may be corrupted. Formatting the

card may solve the problem.

If you are using an SD card from another

manufacturer and the card is not functioning

correctly, you may be able to correct the

problem by formatting the card.

SD cards formatted with another camera, a

computer or peripheral device may not

operate correctly. Format these cards with

this camera. If formatting in the camera

doesn't work properly, turn the camera off

and re-insert the SD card. Then turn the

camera back on and format again.

Handling Precautions for SD Cards

SD cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not

bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to

shocks or vibration.

Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the SD card.

Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact

the terminals on the back of the card. Do not touch the

terminals with your hands or metal objects.

Do not peel away the original label on the SD card or

cover it with another label or sticker.

When writing on the SD card, use a soft point pen (e.g.

felt-tip pen). Using a sharp point pen (e.g. ball-point

pen) or pencil may damage the SD card or corrupt the

recorded data.

Since some or all of the data recorded on the SD card

may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static

electricity or card malfunction, making a backup copy

of important data is recommended.

Moving an SD card rapidly between temperature

extremes will cause condensation to form in the card

and lead to a malfunction. To avoid condensation,

place the SD card in a sealed plastic bag before

moving it into a different temperature zone and allow it

to adjust slowly to the new temperature.

If condensation forms on the SD card, store it at room

temperature until the water droplets have evaporated

naturally.

Do not use or store SD cards in the following locations.

• Locations subject to dust or sand

• Locations subject to high humidity and high

temperatures

Precaution for Multi Media Cards

This camera is designed to perform optimally when

used with genuine Canon-brand SD cards. You may

use multi media cards (MMC) with this camera.

However, Canon makes no warranties concerning the

use of multi media cards (MMC).