136 Using a Memory CardEMemory Card InformationImages recorded on a memory card with this camcorder can be transferred to acomputer using the following products for SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards:PC Card Adapter: An adapter to insert a memory card into the card slot on thecomputer.USB Reader/Writer: Connects to the USB port of a computer for direct access to thememory card.FD Adapter: An adapter to insert a memory card into the floppy disk drive onthe computer.Memory Cards that are confirmed to operate with this camcorder(as of February 2003):SD Memory Card: Panasonic: 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MBSanDisk: 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MBMultiMediaCard: SanDisk: 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MBHowever, we cannot guarantee that all of these memory cards work properly.Memory Card Handling Precautions❍ Format new memory cards with the camcorder. Memory cards formatted with otherdevices such as a computer may not operate correctly.❍ We recommend saving backups of memory card images on your computer’s hard driveor other external memory device. Image data may be corrupted or lost due to memorycard defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon Inc. makes no warranties forcorrupted or lost data.❍ Do not turn off the camcorder, disconnect the power source or remove the memorycard while the card access indicator is flashing.❍ Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields.❍ Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high humidity and high temperature.❍ Do not disassemble memory cards.❍ Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to shocks and do not expose them towater.❍ Moving a memory card rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may causecondensation to form on its external and internal surfaces. If condensation forms onthe card, put it aside until the droplets have evaporated completely.❍ Do not touch or expose the terminals to dust or dirt.❍ Store and carry memory cards in the supplied case to protect the terminals.❍ Check the direction before inserting the memory card. Forcing a memory cardbackwards into the slot may damage the memory card or the camcorder.❍ Do not remove the label from the memory card, or affix other labels on the memorycard. If you wish to add labels, affix them to the case.5_D74PAL_E(100-138) 03.1.27 7:06 PM Page 136
