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You should always format a new memory card or one from which you
wish to erase all images and other data.
1
(Set up) Menu
[Format].
See
Menus and Settings
(p. 27)
2
[OK]
SET
button.
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To perform a low level format, use the
S
or
T
button to select [Low
Level Format] and the
W
or
X
button to add a check mark.
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If [Low Level Format] is selected, you can
cancel formatting partway by pressing
the
SET
button. You can still use the
memory card without problem even if
formatting was halted partway, but the
data is erased completely.
Formatting Memory Cards
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Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases
all data, including protected images and other file types.
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When the
icon is displayed, audio only data exists. Exercise
adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
Low Level Format
You should select the [Low Level Format] option if you suspect
the read/write speed of a memory card has dropped. A low level
format may require 2 to 3 minutes with some memory cards.
Displays when audio only
data is present (p. 102)
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