Adjusting Basic Camera Functions126Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, youshould format the card with this camera.Formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before formatting, copy imageson the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up.Access the [Format] screen.z Choose [Format], and then press the mbutton.Choose [OK].z Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], andthen press the m button.Format the memory card.z To begin the formatting process, press theop buttons to choose [OK], and then pressthe m button.z When formatting is finished, [Memory cardformatting complete] is displayed. Press them button.Formatting Memory Cards• Formatting or erasing data on a memory card only changes filemanagement information on the card and does not erase the datacompletely. When transferring or disposing of memory cards, takesteps to protect personal information if necessary, as by physicallydestroying cards.• The total card capacity indicated on the formatting screen may be less than theadvertised capacity.COPY
