Removing Memory CardsBefore removing memory cards, turn the camera offand confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitorare off. Open the battery chamber/memory card slotcover and press the card in klj to partially eject the card,2 The card can then be removed by hand.@Formatting Memory CardsIf the message at right is displayed, the memory card must beformatted before use ([] 89) Note that formattingpermanentlydeletes allpictures and other data on the memory card Be sure tomake copies of any pictures you wish to keep before formatting thememo/}, cardUse the multi selector to choose [Yes] and press _) A confirmationdialog is displayed To start formatting, choose [Format] and press 0• Do not turn the camera offer open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover untilformatting is complete.• The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX L15, be sure toformat them ([] 89)_1_ The Write Protect SwitchMemory cards are equipped with a write protect switchPictures cannot be recorded or deleted and the memory cardcannot be formatted when this switch is in the "lock" positionUnlock by sliding the switch to the "write" positionMemory Cards• Useonly Secure Digital memory cardsWrite protect switch• Do not perform the following during formatting, while data is being written to or deleted f_om thememory card, or during data transfer to a computer Failure to observe this precaution could resultin the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card:Elect the memory cardRemove the batteryTurn offthe cameraDisconnect the AC adapterDo not disassemble or modifyDo not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocksDo not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal ob]ectsDo not affix labels or stickers to the memory cardDo not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperaturesDo not expose to humidity, dust, or to corrosive gases 17