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Quick Start Basics
IMPORTANT!
• The first time you connect the camera or controller to your computer with the USB
cable, an error message may appear on your computer. If this happens, disconnect
and then reconnect the USB cable.
• A battery that has not been used for a long time, certain types of computers, and
connection conditions can cause charging to take longer than normal. These
conditions may also cause the operation lamp to flash red. If this happens, refer to
page 141.
• For faster charging, use of the supplied USB-AC adaptor is recommended.
• Charging is not performed while the connected computer is in the hibernate mode.
Other Charging Precautions
• With the two charging methods described above, you can charge the batteries.
Never use any other type of charger device. Attempting to use a different charger
can result in unexpected accident.
• This model can be charged only via from USB 2.0 specification USB port.
• USB charging devices and power supply devices are subject to fixed standards.
Use of an inferior device or a device that is not up to standard can cause
malfunction and/or failure of your camera.
• Operation is not guaranteed in the case of a computer built or modified by you.
Even in the case of a commercially available computer, certain USB port
specifications may make it impossible to charge via the USB cable.
• A battery that is still warm immediately after normal use may not charge fully. Give
the battery time to cool before charging it.
• A battery discharges slightly while it is loaded in the camera or controller. Because
of this, it is recommended that you charge the battery immediately before you need
to use it.
• Charging the battery may cause interference with TV and radio reception. If this
happens, plug the USB-AC adaptor into an outlet that is further away from the TV
or radio.
• Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.
• Do not use the USB-AC adaptor with any other device.
• Never use the power cord with another device.
• Use only the USB-AC adaptor and USB cable specified in this manual for charging.
Use of any other type of devices may result in improper charging.
