Formatting the card
Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera.
When the card is formatted, all images and data on the card will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there is nothing you need to keep. If necessary, transfer the images to a personal computer, etc., before formatting the card.
1. Access the [Format] screen.
Choose [Format] on the tab, and then press the button.
2. Choose [OK].
Press the buttons or turn the dial to choose [OK], and then press the button.
3. Format the memory card.
To begin the formatting process, press the buttons or turn the dial to choose [OK], then press the button.
When formatting is finished, [Memory card formatting complete] is displayed. Press the button.
Low-level formatting
On the screen in step 2 of "Formatting Memory cards", press the button to choose [Low Level Format]. A icon is displayed.
Follow step 2 in "Formatting memory cards" to continue with the formatting process.
tab, and then press the 
button.
buttons or turn the 
dial to choose [OK], and then press the 
buttons or turn the 
button to choose [Low Level Format]. A 
icon is displayed.