Operation Manual

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Inserting Memory Cards
First Steps
B Formatting Memory Cards
If the message on the right is displayed when the camera is turned
on, the memory card must be formatted before use (A 163). Note
that formatting permanently deletes all images and other data
on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any images you
wish to keep before formatting the memory card.
Tap Yes to format. When the confirmation dialog is displayed, tap
Yes. To start formatting, tap OK.
• Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover until formatting is complete.
• Be sure to use this camera to format memory cards previously used in other devices the first time
they are inserted into the COOLPIX S6100 (A 163).
B The Write Protect Switch
When memory card’s switch is in the “lock” position, data
cannot be written to, or deleted from, the memory card. If the
switch is in the “lock” position, unlock it by sliding the switch
to the “write” position to save or delete images, or to format
the memory card.
B Memory Cards
• Use only Secure Digital memory cards.
• Do not perform the following during formatting, while data is being written to or deleted from the
memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result
in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card:
- 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 shock.
• 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 corrosive gases.
Yes No
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
Write protect switch