Nikon 9622 D700 User's Manual - Page 69

Formatting Memory Cards Memory cards must be formatted before first use. Format the card as described below. D Formatting Memory Cards Formatting memory cards permanently deletes any data they may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a s computer before proceeding (pg. 238). 1 Turn the camera on. Power switch 2 Press the Q buttons. O button I button Hold the Q (I and O) buttons down simultaneously for approximately two seconds. A blinking C will appear in the shutter-speed displays in the control panel and viewfinder. To exit without formatting the memory card, wait six seconds (the default setting) until C stops blinking or press any button other than the Q (I and O) buttons. 3 Press the Q buttons again. Press the Q (I and O) buttons together a second time while C is blinking to format the memory card. Do not remove the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting. When formatting is complete, the control panel and viewfinder will show the number of photographs that can be recorded at current settings. 43