do i need an SD card for it to work and stay on?
1640271
If it's plugged into a computer I don't think you need a micro SD card. Your computer will use it as a webcam. But by itself it won't stay powered on if you don't have a micro SD in.
1482473
You need to put a memory card into the slot on the side. It uses a micro SD card. I use a ScanDisk 32 GB Ultra They are about $30. Also no you don't have to turn it on every time as long as there is power to the unit it will start up by itself.
704479
there is a mini sd slot I have never used it.I think it would overload the system as it already works slow.
884300
No, you do not need to download anything. Just plug it on the USB and it should go on. If not, there is an on/off button.
1425432
All i did on mine was installed the micro sd, formatted it. And it worked. Either with a pc or on the camera
1025347
not necessary unless you happen to use the card on a standard SD slot......
965719
it has an sd card slot.my problem with it was the screen messed up went fuzzy then went black and wouldn't work.sent it to get fixed it worked for 2 weeks then did it again
1605854
Just make sure you use a card reader that supports SDHC. Any SD card over 2GB will likely be SDHC and need a reader device that supports it.
1815481
Yes! as long as you do not remove and reinsert the SD Card. Important point if you are listening to a series of lectures or program podcasts as I do.
1073452
Yes, you need a memory card or stick. I have an SD card (2 GB) in my digital picture frame.
626037
SD card works. It might also use the Sony stick but I dont know since I only have SD cards
1002659
I use it with a regular sd card and just plug and play. I did not have to format it.
1012038
I am not sure cause mine came with an sd card. But if its asking for one just buy one.
1982015
Yes, you need to install a memory card if you wish to use it as a dash camera, or if you wish to use the msetup utility to configure the camera.
731228
You can use a cheap microSD card with the isostick - I use a 16GB one, myself :)
381496
You'll need to buy one. SD cards were not included in the two that I bought.
195710
You Will Need the SD card to store Still Photos and Videos. As with most electronic equipment the internal memory of the device is allocated for software storage used to operate the device and all its functionality.