Memory Card Error on k100d

_mouse_ · 04-25-2009, 06:47 PM

I just bought my k100d today, along with a new memory card, a lexar 4gig. I got home and inserted the memory card in the camera and I get a message saying "memory card error". How can I fix this? Is there something wrong with the camera or the memory card? Please keep everything in layman's terms, as I'm a complete newbie who's having a bit of a panic attack of this.

kkoether · 04-25-2009, 08:22 PM

Depending on what firmware it has it may not be able to recognize the 4gig card. You may need to use a smaller card and update the firmware to the latest to recognize the 4gig SDHC card.

Current firmware and instructions for loading can be found at;

http://www.pentaximaging.com/support/self-support/

Under firmware select the dropdown for historic product, then select the K100D.

hope this helps,

_mouse_ · 04-25-2009, 08:25 PM

Thanks for the reply, I think I'll go get a 2gig card tomorrow. If I get the new card do I have to update the firmware?

Damn Brit · 04-25-2009, 08:26 PM

There isn't really a reason to not update the firmware that I can think of. If you shoot RAW you will appreciate the benefit of a larger card.

kkoether · 04-25-2009, 08:33 PM

Any standard SD cards will work. You need the firmware upgrade to use SDHC cards which are usually anything 4gig and larger. As Gary said if you start shooting raw you will definitely appreciate the larger cards. Congrats on the new camera. They are a lot of fun.

_mouse_ · 04-25-2009, 08:37 PM

Okay, since it will be better to upgrade the firmware, how do I do that?

Damn Brit · 04-25-2009, 08:44 PM

Customer Support - Official PENTAX Imaging Web Site

Psst! you were given that information in the second post of this thread.

_mouse_ · 04-25-2009, 08:57 PM

Originally posted by Damn Brit

Psst! you were given that information in the second post of this thread.

Oops! Sorry, been up since 3AM and worked a double today, my brain isn't exactly working as it should!

Damn Brit · 04-25-2009, 09:02 PM

Originally posted by _mouse_

Oops! Sorry, been up since 3AM and worked a double today, my brain isn't exactly working as it should!

No worries, just follow the instructions, they are quite straightforward.

04-25-2009, 06:47 PM	#1
_mouse_ Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 4	Memory Card Error on k100d I just bought my k100d today, along with a new memory card, a lexar 4gig. I got home and inserted the memory card in the camera and I get a message saying "memory card error". How can I fix this? Is there something wrong with the camera or the memory card? Please keep everything in layman's terms, as I'm a complete newbie who's having a bit of a panic attack of this.

04-25-2009, 08:22 PM	#2
kkoether Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Huber Heights, OH, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 731	Depending on what firmware it has it may not be able to recognize the 4gig card. You may need to use a smaller card and update the firmware to the latest to recognize the 4gig SDHC card. Current firmware and instructions for loading can be found at; http://www.pentaximaging.com/support/self-support/ Under firmware select the dropdown for historic product, then select the K100D. hope this helps, Last edited by kkoether; 04-25-2009 at 08:28 PM. Reason: Added more info.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Memory card error	jaysee15	Pentax DSLR Discussion	5	08-18-2011 09:26 AM
Pentax K100D - "memory card error"	fingersmalone	Troubleshooting and Beginner Help	2	02-19-2010 08:40 PM
PLease help! - 'memory card error' on Pentax K100D	Ophelia	Pentax DSLR Discussion	2	10-01-2009 03:13 PM
Vista & Memory Card Error & Pentax K100D	poochie99	Pentax DSLR Discussion	12	08-24-2008 11:01 AM
Memory Card Error	soundview	Pentax DSLR Discussion	5	07-23-2008 09:08 AM

04-25-2009, 08:25 PM	#3
_mouse_ Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 4 Original Poster	Thanks for the reply, I think I'll go get a 2gig card tomorrow. If I get the new card do I have to update the firmware?

04-25-2009, 08:26 PM	#4
Damn Brit Guest	There isn't really a reason to not update the firmware that I can think of. If you shoot RAW you will appreciate the benefit of a larger card.

04-25-2009, 08:33 PM	#5
kkoether Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Huber Heights, OH, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 731	Any standard SD cards will work. You need the firmware upgrade to use SDHC cards which are usually anything 4gig and larger. As Gary said if you start shooting raw you will definitely appreciate the larger cards. Congrats on the new camera. They are a lot of fun.

04-25-2009, 08:37 PM	#6
_mouse_ Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 4 Original Poster	Okay, since it will be better to upgrade the firmware, how do I do that?

04-25-2009, 08:44 PM	#7
Damn Brit Guest	Customer Support - Official PENTAX Imaging Web Site Psst! you were given that information in the second post of this thread.

04-25-2009, 08:57 PM	#8
_mouse_ Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 4 Original Poster	Originally posted by Damn Brit Psst! you were given that information in the second post of this thread. Oops! Sorry, been up since 3AM and worked a double today, my brain isn't exactly working as it should!

04-25-2009, 09:02 PM	#9
Damn Brit Guest	Originally posted by _mouse_ Oops! Sorry, been up since 3AM and worked a double today, my brain isn't exactly working as it should! No worries, just follow the instructions, they are quite straightforward.