Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS PowerShot SD4000 IS / IXUS 300 HS Camera User Guide - Page 22

Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card. Before formatting an Eye-Fi card, be sure to install the software contained on the card to a computer. Display the menu. ∆ Press the n button. Choose [Format]. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the - dial to choose [Format], then press the m button. Format the memory card. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the - dial to choose [OK] and press the m button. A confirmation screen will appear. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the - dial to choose [OK], then press the m button. The memory card will be formatted. When formatting ends, [Memory card formatting complete] will appear on the screen. ∆ Press the m button. Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks. The total capacity of the memory card displayed in the formatting screen may be less than indicated on the memory card. 22