《15》Instructions on how to use the memory card● Be sure to format the memory card (see p.72) if you are using a newly purchased memory forthe first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognize, or if it contains imagescaptured with a different camera.● Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed.● Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory card’s performance.Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card.Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty.● The memory card is an electronic precision device.Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.● Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or magnetic fields,e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.● Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in temperature.● Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact with any liquid.Should this happen, clean the memory card with a soft cloth.● Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.● During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card is warm.This is perfectly normal.● Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera.To use the memory card in this camera, format first the memory card by using this camera.● Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader.Maintenance of the memory cardPreserving the memory card data● If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded data may becomecorrupted :- When the memory card is used incorrectly.- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while recording, deleting(formatting) or reading.● Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.● It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, harddisks, CD etc.● If there is insufficient memory available : If you press the shutter button for the shot, a[CARD FULL !] message will appear and the camera will not operate. To optimize theamount of memory in the camera, replace the memory card or delete unnecessary imagesstored on the memory.