19Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsRemoving Memory CardsBefore removing memory cards, turn the camera offand confirm that the power-on lamp is off. Open thebattery-chamber/memory card slot cover and press thecard in 1 to partially eject the card 2. The card canthen be removed by hand.B Formatting Memory CardsIf the message at right is displayed, the memory card must beformatted before use (A 106). Note that formatting permanentlydeletes all pictures and other data on the memory card. Be sureto make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before formattingthe memory card.Use the rotary multi selector to choose Yes and press k. Theconfirmation dialog will be displayed. To start formatting, chooseFormat and press k.• Do not turn the camera off or 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 S600, be sure toformat them using this camera (A 106).B The Write Protect SwitchSD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch.Pictures cannot be recorded or deleted and the memory cardcannot be formatted when this switch is in the “lock” position.Unlock by sliding the switch to the “write” position.B Memory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards.• Do not perform the following during formatting, while datais being written to or deleted from the memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failureto observe this precaution could result in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memorycard:- Take out the battery or memory card- Turn off the camera- Disconnect the AC adapter• Do not format the memory card using a computer.• Do not disassemble or modify.• Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks.• 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, dust, or to corrosive gases.Card is not formatted.Format card?NoYesWrite protect switch
