Panasonic DMCTZ82EB Operating Guide

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DVQP1246 
Preparations
About the Card
 
If you set the write-protect switch to “LOCK”, you may not be able to write, delete 
or format the data or display it by recording date.
 
It is recommended that you copy important pictures to your computer  
(as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may cause data to be 
damaged).
Formatting the card (initialisation)
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.
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Set the menu
 →   [Setup] → [Format]
 
This requires a sufficiently charged battery, or an AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional).
 
Do not turn off the camera or perform other operations during formatting.
 
Always format cards with this camera. Please reformat the card with this camera if it has already 
been formatted with a computer or another device.
 
If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic.