17Inserting Memory CardsPreparation for ShootingRemoving Memory CardsTurn the camera off and make sure that thepower-on lamp is off before opening the battery-chamber cover. Press the memory card lightly( ) to release it. Once released, pull the memorycard out carefully ( ).j Formatting Memory CardsIf the message at right is displayed when the power is on,the memory card must be formatted (c 98) before use.Note that formatting permanently deletes all picturesand other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copiesof any pictures you wish to keep before beginning format-ting.To begin formatting, press the multi selector G or H tochoose [Format] and then press d.Do not turn the camera off or remove the batteries or memory card until formattingis complete.The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX L5, be sureto format them with [Format] (c 98).j The Write Protect SwitchSD memory cards are equipped with a write protectswitch. Pictures cannot be recorded or deleted and thememory card cannot be formatted when this switch is inthe “Lock” position.j Memory Cards• Use only Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.• Do not eject the memory card, turn the camera off, remove the batteries, or disconnect theAC adapter during formatting or while data are being written to or deleted from the mem-ory card.Failure to observe this precaution could result in loss of data or damage to the camera ormemory card.• Do not disassemble or modify.• Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shock.• Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.• Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.• Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or areas exposed to high temperatures.• Do not expose to humidity or to corrosive gases.21FormatNoCard is not formattedWrite protect switch
