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Other Information and Precautions
The camcorder formats memory cards in DCF (Design rule for Camera File system).
Images recorded on a memory card with this camcorder can also be transferred to a PC with the
use of the following products made for SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards:
PC Card Adapter: Holds a memory card and fits into a PC card slot found on most types of laptop
PCs.
FD Adapter: Holds a memory card and fits into a PC’s floppy disk drive.
Memory Cards confirmed to operate with this camcorder (as of January 2002)
SD Memory Card—
Panasonic: 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB
SanDisk: 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB
MultiMediaCard—
SanDisk: 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB
• However, we cannot guarantee that all of these memory cards work properly.
• If you purchase additional memory cards, format them with the camcorder, not a PC or other
device. Memory cards formatted with a PC or other device may not function properly.
• We recommend saving backups of memory card images on your PC’s hard drive or other external
memory device. Image data may be damaged or lost due to a defect in a memory card, or if a
memory card is exposed to static electricity. Contents of a memory card cannot be compensated
for should data become damaged or lost.
• Do not remove the power source or the memory card while the card access indicator flashes.
• Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields.
• Do not disassemble memory cards.
• Do not bend or drop memory cards, or expose them to strong vibrations or external shocks.
• Do not get memory cards wet.
• Do not remove the memory card’s label or affix other labels. Affix labels to the memory card’s
case.
• Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high temperature or high humidity.
• Moving a memory card rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation to
form on it, leading to malfunctions. Avoid this problem by placing the memory card in a plastic
bag and letting it slowly adjust to temperature changes before removing it from the bag. If
condensation should occur, maintain the memory card at a constant temperature and let the
moisture evaporate naturally.
• Do not touch the memory card’s terminals or let dust or dirt come in contact with the terminals.
Store and carry memory cards in their case to protect the terminal area.
• There is only one correct way to insert memory cards into the camcorder. Do not forcefully insert
the memory cards backwards or upside down. This could damage the memory card or the
camcorder.
Memory Card Operating Precautions
Capacity
8 MB
Interface
SD Memory Card standard
Operating Temperatures
32°F – 140°F (0°C – 40°C)
Dimensions
1
1
/
4
×
1
×
1
/
8
in (32
×
24
×
2.1 mm)
Wight
1
/
8
oz (2 g)
SDC-8M SD Memory Card Specifications
