Pentax Optio 50 User Guide - Page 22

Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory The term "Formatting" means preparing an "SD Memory Card" to record images; this process is also called "initialization". This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the button. „ The [Set-up1] menu is displayed. 2. Use T to select [Format], then press the button. 3. Use S or T to select [OK], then press the button to confirm. Set-up1 Reset No. Date Imprint Format Quick View OK : Set-up2 On Off 7 / 8 Format OK Cancel OK : „ When you format an SD memory card, be aware that all data of which will be permanently erased. Protected images are also erased. „ To format the internal memory, do not insert a memory card into the camera. Otherwise, you will format the memory card. „ Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a later time. „ An SD memory card having any problem cannot be properly formatted. EN-22