Pentax Optio 50 - Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory

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Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory
The term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this process is also called
“initialization”. This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and
data.
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing
the button.
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 The [Set-up1] menu is displayed.
2. Use T to select [Format], then press the button.
3. Use S or T to select [OK], then press the button to confirm.
 When you format an SD memory card, be aware that all data of which will
be permanently erased. Protected images are also erased.
 To format the internal memory, do not insert a memory card into the camera. Otherwise, you will format the
memory card.
 Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a later time.
 An SD memory card having any problem cannot be properly formatted.
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