About this SDHC memory card
This SDHC memory card can only be used with SDHC
compatible equipment. Before using this card, please confirm
that your equipment is compatible with SDHC memory cards.
¢ You can insert an 8 GB or more SDHC memory card into the
direct slot on a personal computer operating on Windows
Vista. However, Windows Vista may require upgrading before
the memory card can be used. Please refer to:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/936825
Windows Vista is a registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation.
Removal and storage of the SDHC(SD)
memory card
Opening and closing the case
Hold the case with both hands when opening and closing it to
prevent damage to the card.
Removing and storing the card
Slide the card on the tray when removing and storing it. Ensure
the card is correctly placed on the tray before closing the case.
About writing on this card
You can write notes directly onto this card
with a pen, etc.
Do not use excessive force as it may
damage the card. Take care not to stain the
metal terminals.
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Handling and storage precautions
≥ Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek medical
advice immediately.
≥ This card is formatted to the SDHC(SD) memory card standard.
If reformatting is ever necessary, format it using SDHC(SD)
compatible equipment or SD formatting software compatible
with SDHC(SD) memory card. Formatting the card with any
other software will make the card non-standard and cause
problems with compatibility and performance. For a free version
of SD formatting software, visit Panasonic's homepage.
http://panasonic.jp/support/audio/sd/download/sd_formatter_e.html
≥ Do not use or store in locations directly exposed to sunlight, a
heat vent, or a heating appliance.
≥ Do not disassemble or remodel.
≥ Do not impact, bend, drop, or wet.
≥ Do not touch the metal terminals with your hands or metal
objects.
≥ Do not detach the label on the card.
≥ Do not attach other labels or stickers.
≥ Do not use or store this card in a location subjected to static
electricity or electrical noise. If the host device does not operate
normally due to the effects of static electricity on the card, then
remove the card from the host device and insert it again.
≥ Do not use or store in humid or dusty locations.
≥ Do not use or store in locations exposed to corrosive gases.
≥ After removing the card from equipment, immediately store it in
its case.
Protecting your data
≥ Switch the write-protect switch a to
"LOCK". Unlock when you want to record
or edit the card again.
≥ While data is being read or written, do not
remove the card or turn off any equipment
using the card. Do not remove the
batteries from battery-operated
equipment. These actions can cause data to be destroyed.
≥ Make backup copies of your data wherever possible.
Panasonic will not accept responsibility for any data loss or loss
directly or indirectly caused by data loss.
Cautions about disposal or transferring
ownership of this card
SDHC(SD) compatible equipment may contain the functions
"Format" and "Erase". However, in most cases all data on the
card will not be completely erased even after performing these
functions. When disposing or transferring ownership of the card,
we recommend using Panasonic formatting software
(http://panasonic.jp/support/audio/sd/download/sd_formatter_e.html)
to completely erase all data from the card.
≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark.
≥ SD Logo is a trademark.