xviiiDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storagedevices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files cansometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commerciallyavailable software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal imagedata. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to anotherperson, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device andthen completely refill it with images containing no private information (forexample, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected forpreset manual (0 158). Care should be taken to avoid injury when physicallydestroying data storage devices.Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied orreproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may bepunishable by law.• Items prohibited by law from being copied orreproducedDo not copy or reproduce papermoney, coins, securities, governmentbonds, or local government bonds,even if such copies or reproductionsare stamped “Sample.”The copying or reproduction of papermoney, coins, or securities which arecirculated in a foreign country isprohibited.Unless the prior permission of thegovernment has been obtained, thecopying or reproduction of unusedpostage stamps or post cards issued bythe government is prohibited.The copying or reproduction of stampsissued by the government and ofcertified documents stipulated by lawis prohibited.• Cautions on certain copies and reproductionsThe government has issued cautionson copies or reproductions ofsecurities issued by private companies(shares, bills, checks, gift certificates,etc.), commuter passes, or coupontickets, except when a minimum ofnecessary copies are to be provided forbusiness use by a company. Also, donot copy or reproduce passportsissued by the government, licensesissued by public agencies and privategroups, ID cards, and tickets, such aspasses and meal coupons.• Comply with copyright noticesThe copying or reproduction ofcopyrighted creative works such asbooks, music, paintings, woodcuts,prints, maps, drawings, movies, andphotographs is governed by nationaland international copyright laws. Donot use this product for the purpose ofmaking illegal copies or to infringecopyright laws.
