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About John Oliverio
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I can answer questions about point and shoots and 35mm SLR`s from the 1960s to present. I can also handle most questions on digital cameras from "camera" makers, like Nikon, Olympus, Canon, Sony, etc. Though usually I`m not too familiar with the driver interface, as 3rd party devices for download are more efficient. Sorry, but I can no longer answer questions about the value of old cameras.

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I'm an "expert" under photography. I've many years experience in photo retail.John and Chris
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IDIG (internet digital imaging group)

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Cameras - Card Locked !!!!

Expert: John Oliverio - 11/4/2009

Question
QUESTION: Hi John,
Went to take some photos today & when I turned on my HP digital camera, it read "CARD LOCKED" on the screen.
I put another card in & it worked fine, what's wrong with my orginal card ?
Did I do something dumb ??
Thanks !!

ANSWER: John,

There is a little slide switch on the side of the card. Just move it forward to unlock it.

also John

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QUESTION: Thanks Also John,
That Was Easy, Just Out Of Curiosity, What's The Purpose Of Locking The Card, Is It To Preserve The Old Photos ??
Also Also John

Answer
John,

I think the switch was originally intended for use with MP3 and video players. So you don't delete any music by accident. Mostly the switch is just a pain. On rare occasions the switch breaks in the locked position, making the card unusable.

Also, Also John as well
lol

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