instructionsonhow1ousethe memorycard
• Be sure to format the memory card (see p.58) if you are using
a newly purchased memory card for the first time, if it contains
data that the camera cannot recognize, or if it contains images
captured with adifferent 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 the memory card
using this camera.
• Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or
memory card reader.
• The data on the memory card can be corrupted if:
- The memory card is used incorrectly.
- 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, hard disks, CD etc.
• If there is insufficient memory available :
A [Memory Full] message will appear and the camera will not
operate. To optimize the amount of memory inthe camera,
replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored
on the memory card.
• Don't remove the memory card whenthe camera status lamp is
blinking as this may cause damage to data inthe memory card.
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