The camera screen displays a "Memory card requires formatting" error message. What should I do?

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This error message means that the card is corrupted or formatted for another digital camera. Turn off the camera. Insert a new card or format the card. CAUTION: Formatting deletes all pictures and videos, including those that are protected. Removing a card during formatting may damage the card.

Posted on Aug 29, 2005

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