Panasonic GH3KBODY User Manual

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Preparation
Access to the card
The access indication displays red when pictures are being recorded on 
the card.
During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this unit 
off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional). Furthermore, do 
not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.
The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate 
normally.
If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation 
again.
Write-Protect switch 
A
 provided (When this switch is set to the [LOCK] position, 
no further data writing, deletion or formatting is possible. The ability to write, 
delete and format data is restored when the switch is returned to its original 
position.)
The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, 
static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing 
important data on a PC etc.
Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to ensure 
proper operation. 
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Format the card before recording a picture with this unit. 
Since data cannot be recovered after formatting, make sure to back up necessary 
data in advance.
Select [Format] in the [Setup] menu
Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
Formatting the card (initialisation)
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