**CAUTION: ALL USER DATA WILL BE LOST. MAKE SURE YOU BACK UP ANY INFORMATION YOU WISH TO KEEP.

The following procedure can be used to clear the internal memory and reload the factory settings. This procedure must also be performed with any new card you wish to use with the recorder.

• With power OFF, insert an SD memory card.

• Power on the R-09 and then press and hold the [FINDER/MENU] button until the Menu appears.

• Use the [STOP] button to cursor down to "SD Card" and press the [REC] button.

• Use the [STOP] button to cursor to "Format" and press the [REC] button.

• You will now be on the Format SD Card screen. Use the [RIGHT CURSOR] button to select "Yes" and then press the [REC] button. "Now Processing" will appear on the screen. When the unit reverts back to the previous screen, the SD card is formatted and ready for use in the R-09.

• Press the [FINDER/MENU] button twice to exit to the main screen. You are now ready to begin recording.