Initializing Memory Cards
If an unformatted memory card or a memory card that was formatted in a different specification is inserted, a message is displayed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder.
Format the card using the following procedure.
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Press the [Format] button for the memory card you want to initialize on the [Media] status screen and select [Full Format] or [Quick Format].
A confirmation message appears.
- [Full Format]: Initializes the memory card completely, including the data region and data management information.
- [Quick Format]: Initializes the data management information of the memory card only.
Note
- If there are files to be transferred on the memory card to be formatted, a supplementary message (display example: “A transfer target file exists.”) appears below the confirmation message. In this case, confirm whether or not to initialize the memory card and execute or cancel the initialization.
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Select [OK].
A message is displayed during execution, and the access indicator is lit red.
When formatting is completed, a completion message is displayed. Press the multi-function dial to dismiss the message.
Hint
- Can also be executed using [TC/Media] – [Format Media] in the full menu.
Note
- Formatting a memory card erases all data, including recorded video data and setup files.
- Messages may not appear during execution depending on the formatting process duration.
If formatting fails
Memory cards not supported by the unit cannot be formatted.
A warning message is displayed. Follow the instructions to replace the card with a supported memory card.
To use a memory card formatted on the unit in another device
First, make a backup of the card, then reformat the card in the device to be used.