Maximizing Camera Life and PerformanceF5Technical Notes and IndexCharging AC Adapter• The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for use only with compatible devices. Do not use with anothermake or model of device.• The EH-69P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in othercountries, use a plug adapter (available commercially) as necessary. For more information aboutplug adapters, consult your travel agency.• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than ChargingAC Adapter EH-69P or USB-AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result inoverheating or in damage to the camera.Memory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A19) for moreinformation about memory cards.• Be sure to follow the precautions described in the documentation included with the memorycard.• Do not put labels or stickers on memory cards.• When you use memory cards that have been used with other devices for the first time, be sure toformat them with this camera. We recommend formatting new memory cards with this camerabefore using them with this camera.• Note that formatting permanently deletes all images and other data on the memory card. Besure to make copies of any images you wish to keep before formatting the memory card.• If the message Card is not formatted. Format card? is displayed when the camera is turned on,the memory card must be formatted. If there is data that you do not want to delete, select No.Copy the necessary date to a computer, etc. If you want to format the card, select Yes. Theconfirmation dialog will be displayed. To start formatting, press the k button.• Do not perform the following during formatting, while data is being written to or deleted from 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:- Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover to remove/insert the battery or memorycard.- Turn off the camera.- Disconnect the AC adapter.• Do not format the memory card using a computer.
