10First StepsInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 12 MB) oron removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards. For information on compat-ible memory cards, see “Technical Notes: Optional Accessories” ( 82).If no memory card is inserted, pictures are recorded to, and played back anddeleted from, the camera’s internal memory. Formatting ( 79) affects inter-nal memory only.If a memory card is inserted, the card is used for recording, playback, and de-letion. Formatting affects only the memory card, not internal memory. Thememory card must be removed from the camera before internal memorycan be formatted or used to record, delete, or view pictures.To insert a memory card:1 Confi rm that the power-on lamp is offInserting Memory CardsTurn the camera off before inserting or removingmemory cards.2 Insert the memory cardOpen the memory card slot cover () and slide the memory card in termi-nals first until it clicks into place ().Inserting Memory CardsCheck to be sure the card is in the correct orienta-tion. Inserting the card upside down or backwardscould damage the camera or the card.Before inserting the card, make sure that it is un-locked. If the card is locked, pictures can not berecorded, deleted, or edited and the card can notbe formatted.Lock switch Directionof inser-tionTerminals