Pentax 33WR - Manual (Page 20)

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Getting Started
• Pre caut ions when using an SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard
• Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the
battery/card cover.
• The SD Memory Card has a write-protect switch. Moving
the switch to the [Lock] position prevents the recording and
erasing of data and the formatting of the card and protects
all saved data.
• SD Memory Cards/MultiMedia Cards formatted on a PC or
device other than the camera cannot be used. Be sure to
format the card with the camera.
• The SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard may be hot when
removed immediately after camera use. Please be careful.
• Do not remove the card or turn off the camera when
recording data or playing back images or audio from the SD Memory Card /
MultiMediaCard, or when connected to a PC with the USB cable. This could
cause data loss or card damage.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard or subject it to violent
impact. Do not get it wet or leave it in a high temperature location.
• New cards or cards used in another camera must be formatted before use. For
more information about formatting the card, see “Formatting an SD Memory
Card / MultiMediaCard” (p.90).
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard while the card is being
formatted. The card may be damaged and become unusable.
• Data stored on an SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard may be erased under
the following conditions. PENTAX does not accept any liability regarding
erased data.
• When the user mishandles the SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard
• When the SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard is placed in a location with
static electricity or electrical interference
• When the card is not used for a long time
• When the card, the AC adapter, or battery is removed while recording or
reading data on the SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard
• The SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard has a finite operating life. The stored
data may become unreadable after long periods of disuse. Please periodically
backup important data onto your PC.
• Please avoid using or storing your card where static electricity or electrical
interference can occur.
• Do not use or store your card where it may be exposed to sudden temperature
changes, condensation, or direct sunlight.
Write-protect
switch