133Using a Memory CardEFormatting a Memory CardFormat new memory cards, or when you get the message “CARD ERROR”. You canalso format a memory card to erase all images recorded on it.The camcorder formats memory cards in the Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)standard.❍ Formatting a memory card erases all data, including protected images.❍ Images erased by formatting cannot be recovered.❍ If you use a memory card other than the supplied one, format it with thecamcorder.❍ Makes sure to insert the memory card you wish to format into the camcorder.1. Open the menu and select [CARD OPERATIONS].2. Select [FORMAT].[CANCEL] and [EXECUTE] appears.3. Select [EXECUTE].[FORMAT THIS CARD?], [NO] and [YES] appears.4. Select [YES] and close the menu.• Formatting starts.• Selecting [NO] brings you back to step 3.CARD PLAY (VCR)CARD CAMERAPLAY (VCR)CAMERAFORMATCARD OPERATIONS( 42)5_D74PAL_E(100-138) 03.1.27 7:06 PM Page 133
