Nikon Coolpix P5000 P5000 User's Manual - Page 26

Inserting Memory Cards Pictures are stored in the camera's internal memory (approximately 21MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (B 91). Internal memory is used for recording, playback, and deletion only if no memory card is inserted. To insert a memory card: 1 Turn the camera off If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch to turn the camera off. 2 Insert the memory card Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. Close the cover. D Inserting Memory Cards Be sure the card is in the correct orientation. Inserting the card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or card. A Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital (SD) memory cards. • Memory cards that have been formatted in a computer or other device must be refor- matted in the camera before they can be used for recording or playback (B 15, 88). • Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Do not open the bat- tery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card. • Do not disassemble or modify. • Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks. • Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects. • Do not affix labels or stickers to memory cards. • Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or areas exposed to high temperatures. • Do not expose to high levels of humidity or to corrosive gas. 14 First Steps