Quick Setup Guide
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• The SD Memory Card is equipped 
with a write-protect switch. Setting 
the switch to LOCK prevents new 
data from being recorded on the 
card, the stored data from being 
deleted, and the card from being 
formatted by the camera or 
computer.
• The SD Memory Card may be hot when removing the card immediately 
after using the camera.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn off the power while the card is 
being accessed. This may cause the data to be lost or the card to be 
damaged.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it 
away from water and store away from high temperatures.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card may be 
damaged and become unusable.
• Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following 
circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that is deleted if
1. the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
2. the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical 
interference.
3. the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time.
4. the SD Memory Card or the battery is removed while the card is being 
accessed.
• If the SD Memory Card is not used for a long time, the data on the card may 
become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data 
on a computer.
• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Cards used with 
other cameras.
Other Precautions
Write-protect
switch
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