Format new memory cards if you get the message CARD ERROR, or to permanently and quickly erase all still images on a memory card, including protected images.

The SD Memory Card supplied with this camcorder has already been formatted for you.

• Be cautious when formatting recorded memory cards. All images will be permanently erased.

• If you use memory cards other than the supplied one, make sure to format them with the camcorder, not a PC or other device.

Make sure a memory card is inserted into the camcorder.

1. Open the menu and select CARD OPER.

2. Select FORMAT.

• CANCEL and EXECUTE settings appear.

3. Select EXECUTE.

• Select CANCEL to cancel formatting.

• FORMAT THIS CARD? NO YES appears to confirm.

4. Select YES.

• Formatting starts and NOW FORMATTING appears in the display.

• If you select NO, you return to step 3.

5. Close the menu.