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].
Touch [OK].
3. Format the memory card.
On the confirmation screen displayed next, touch [OK] to start formatting.
When formatting is finished, [Memory card formatting complete] is displayed. Touch [OK].
Low-level formatting
On the screen in step 2 of "Formatting Memory cards", press the [INFO] 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.
icon is displayed.