Nikon P6000 User Manual
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Insert the Memory Card
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Formatting a Memory Card
If the message at right is displayed, the memory card must be
formatted before use. Note that formatting (
A170)
permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the
memory card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish to
keep before formatting the memory card.
Use the multi selector to choose Yes and press the
k button. The
confirmation dialog will be displayed. To start formatting, choose
Format and press the
kbutton.
• Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting
is complete.
• The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into this camera, be sure to format
them (
A170) with this camera.
B
The Write Protect Switch
SD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch.
Pictures cannot be recorded or deleted and the memory card
cannot be formatted when this switch is in the “lock” position.
Unlock by sliding the switch to the “write” position.
• Unlock when using the LAN features of the COOLPIX P6000
to upload pictures from memory card onto my Picturetown.
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:
- Eject the memory card
- Remove the battery
- 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, expose to water or strong physical shocks.
• 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 to corrosive gases.
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
No
Yes
Write protect switch