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RQT9522
About the internal memory, CDs and SDs
About the internal memory
Back up the internal memory periodically.
It is recommended that you back up the internal memory
to your PC or an SD card periodically to prevent the data
from being lost due to static electricity, electromagnetic
wave, malfunctions, etc.
Note that Panasonic assumes no liability for indemni
fi
cation
for any damage of the internal memory contents caused by
use of this product, failures, malfunctions, etc.
If this unit is repaired, the internal memory may be
restored to the factory default conditions.
About CDs
Use CDs with this mark. (8cm/12cm)
Do not use irregularly shaped CDs such as a heart-shaped
CD. (Malfunction may occur.)
Use discs that meet standard including discs with the above
mark. Playback of illegally copied discs and nonstandard
discs is not guaranteed.
Note about using a DualDisc
The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet
the technical speci
fi
cations of the Compact Disc Digital
Audio (CD-DA) format so play may not be possible.
CD-R and CD-RW
This unit is compatible with playback of CD-R and CD-RW discs
recorded in the CD-DA and JPEG format. Finalizing
¼
the disc is
necessary when the recording
fi
nishes. However, playback may
not be possible depending on the recording conditions.
¼
Process data so it can be played on CD-R/CD-RW
playback compatible devices.
Restrictions on this unit
Usable formats are ISO9660 level 1, level 2 (excluding
extended formats), and Joliet.
This unit is compatible with the multi-session. However,
with too many sessions, it may take time for playback to
start and data may not be loaded. Reducing the number of
sessions is recommended.
Discs recorded in the packet write format cannot be played back.
Files in folders located at up to sixth hierarchy in the disc
can be played back.
Maximum of 1000
fi
les are guaranteed for playback.
If one disc contains both JPEG and CD-DA format data,
only the format recorded in the
fi
rst session is played back.
How to hold a disc
Do not touch the recorded surface.
Handling precautions
Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other
writing instrument.
Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner or
other solvent.
Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.
Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
Do not use CDs with the seal or label peeled off or the
glue running over.
Do not use CDs whose disc sides are printed using a
commercially available label printer.
For dirt
Wipe with a soft cloth moistened with water, and then wipe
with a dried cloth.
For dew
Wipe with a soft and dried cloth.
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About SDs
Usable cards (
¼
P5)
The usable area will be less than the indicated capacity.
Multimedia cards (MMC) cannot be used.
This unit (SDHC compliant equipment) supports both
SD cards and SDHC cards. You can use SDHC cards on
equipment that supports them. You cannot use SDHC
cards on equipment that supports SD cards only. When
you use SDHC cards on other equipment, make sure to
read the equipment’s operating instructions.
Write-Protect switch
When the switch is slid to the “LOCK” side, it is not possible
to write or delete data on the card and format it. When the
switch is unlocked, these functions become available.
A
Write-protect
B
When recording/editing
A
B
Handling cautions
Be sure to store the card when not in use.
Do not disassemble or modify the card.
Do not remove the attached label.
Do not attach a new label or seal.
Do not touch the metal terminal on the back side with hand
or metal.
Cautions when disposing of/transferring SD
cards and the unit
Format and Delete functions of this unit or a PC only change
the
fi
le management information and cannot completely
erase data stored on the SD card or in the internal memory
of this unit.
When disposing of/transferring SD cards, it is recommended
that you physically destroy the SD card itself or completely
erase the data on the SD card using a commercially
available data erasing software for PCs.
When disposing of/transferring the unit, perform physical
format. (
¼
below)
Manage data on the SD card and in the internal memory
under your responsibility.
To completely delete data in the internal
memory using the physical format (approx.
22 minutes)
1. Press and hold [DEL] for 3 seconds or more when
“Photos set as protected will also be deleted. Do you
really want to perform this operation?” is displayed at
“Format Internal Memory” (
¼
P18) in “Settings Menu”.
2. Press [
w
,
q
] to select “Yes” and press [OK].
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