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jensm · Dec 6, 2006, 3:59 PM

I formatted a 1GB SD card on my computer and then used it in my Pentax W20 camera. Trying to download the pictures does not work. I already tried Digital Image Recovery from Foto Erhardt. When reviewing the properties of the card, I can see that there is about 500 MB worth of data (pictures).

Any help will be appreciated.

Catbells · Dec 7, 2006, 7:29 AM

As a general rule, you should always format memory cards in the camera to ensure 100% compatibility.

Can you see the images when using preview in the camera.

Have you tried to download the images direct from the camera.

Have you tried using a card reader which for me is the preferred method of transferring images.

jensm · Dec 10, 2006, 3:12 AM

I can see the pictures in the camera and tried to download them directly from it without success. I have a built in card reader, which displays the card as the F-drive but still does not show any folders.

slipe · Dec 10, 2006, 4:24 AM

You might try one of the readers in a store that makes prints. They might be a little more versatile. If their reader can see them, have them make a CD for you.

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Dec 6, 2006, 3:59 PM	#1
jensm Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2	I formatted a 1GB SD card on my computer and then used it in my Pentax W20 camera. Trying to download the pictures does not work. I already tried Digital Image Recovery from Foto Erhardt. When reviewing the properties of the card, I can see that there is about 500 MB worth of data (pictures). Any help will be appreciated.

Dec 7, 2006, 7:29 AM	#2
Catbells Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 874	As a general rule, you should always format memory cards in the camera to ensure 100% compatibility. Can you see the images when using preview in the camera. Have you tried to download the images direct from the camera. Have you tried using a card reader which for me is the preferred method of transferring images.

Dec 10, 2006, 3:12 AM	#3
jensm Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2	I can see the pictures in the camera and tried to download them directly from it without success. I have a built in card reader, which displays the card as the F-drive but still does not show any folders.

Dec 10, 2006, 4:24 AM	#4
slipe Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Indian Rocks Beach, FL Posts: 4,036	You might try one of the readers in a store that makes prints. They might be a little more versatile. If their reader can see them, have them make a CD for you.