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Getting
Ready
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LOADING THE BATTERIES AND THE MEDIA
Compatible batteries
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AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (2) or AA-size alkaline batteries (2) (sold separately)
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Check that the camera is turned off (LCD monitor
or viewfinder lamp is off) before opening the battery
cover.
1
Hold down the Battery cover lock release button.
2
Open the battery cover.
●
!
If opening the battery cover while the camera is still on, the
camera will turn off.
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!
Do not apply force to the battery cover.
Do not open the battery cover while the camera is
on. This could damage the
xD-Picture Card
or ruin
the image files on the
xD-Picture Card
.
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1
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2
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Alkaline batteries
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Alkaline batteries are useful when the rechargeable batteries have run out while you are traveling and a
few more shots are needed. Note the following when using alkaline batteries:
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The shooting time provided by alkaline batteries varies depending on the types and brands. In some
cases, the camera may stop taking pictures or may suddenly turn off without retracting the lens. This
is not a camera fault.
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The shooting time provided by alkaline batteries decreases further at low temperatures (0°C to
+10°C/+32°F to +50°F). Use Ni-MH batteries since they provide consistent shooting times even at low
temperatures.
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If the lens does not retract, press the “
w
” button (
➡
P.29). Then turn the camera on. After the lens
retracts, turn the camera off again. If the lens still does not retract, load new batteries or use the AC
power adapter (
➡
P.104).
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How to use the batteries
◆
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Never use the following types of batteries, as they could cause serious
problems such as battery fluid leakage or overheating:
1. Batteries with split or peeling outer casings
2. Combinations of different types of batteries or new and used batteries
together
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Do not use manganese or Ni-Cd batteries.
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Soil, such as fingermarks on the poles of the batteries can shorten time for which the batteries can be
used.
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Use the battery charger (included) to charge AA-size Ni-MH batteries.
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See P.119-120 for other notes on using batteries.
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When first purchased or if left unused for a long period, the amount of time which AA-size
Ni-MH batteries can be used may be short. See P.120 for more information.
Outer casing
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How to replace the batteries
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CHARGING THE BATTERIES
1
Getting Ready
Batteries that can be charged
Charge the AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (2) (included).
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AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (included)
●
!
Always use the Battery Charger BC-NH02 bundled with the camera to charge Ni-MH batteries. Attempting to charge
batteries other than those specified for use with the charger (such as manganese, alkaline or lithium batteries) can cause
the batteries to burst or leak. This could result in a fire or injury and consequent damage to the surroundings.
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1
Plug the Ni-MH batteries into negative “
–
” poles
of the Battery Charger BC-NH02 (included).
2
Fit the batteries to positive “
≠
” poles of the
battery charger. Check that the Ni-MH batteries
are loaded into the Battery Charger BC-NH02
securely.
●
!
The Ni-MH batteries are not fully charged when
purchased and must be fully charged before being used.
●
!
When first used after purchasing or when left unused for a
long period, charge and discharge the batteries using the
camera’s “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function and
then recharge them (
➡
P.18).
●
!
If the terminals of batteries are soiled, it may not be possible
to charge them. Clean the battery terminals and battery
charger terminals with a clean and dry cloth.
2
Plug the battery charger into a power outlet to
begin charging. Charging ends after about 5 hours
and the charging lamp turns off. Unplug the battery
charger from the power outlet when it is not in use.
●
!
The shape of the plug and socket-outlet depends on the
country of use.
●
!
If Ni-MH batteries are charged repeatedly before they are
fully discharged, the battery level warning will appear while
there is still ample charge remaining in the batteries. At that
time, discharge and recharge them several times using the
camera’s “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function
(
➡
P.18).
Take out the Ni-MH batteries from the positive “
≠
”
poles first.
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