Chapter 1: Getting Started
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NOTE
Digital cameras use batteries at a much faster rate than
film cameras. Battery life in digital cameras can be
measured in hours and minutes of use rather than the
years more typical of film cameras. Battery life may also
vary dramatically from one user to another and from one
battery type to another, depending on what modes the
camera is being used in most frequently. For hints on
optimizing battery performance, see
Appendix A:
Managing Batteries
on page 129.
NOTE
You can also use an optional HP AC power adapter to
power the camera. If you use rechargeable NiMH
batteries, you can recharge the batteries in the camera
using the optional HP AC power adapter or optional
HP Photosmart M-series dock, or recharge the batteries
separately in the optional HP Photosmart Quick
Recharger. For more information, see
Appendix B:
Purchasing Camera Accessories
on page 139.
Installing a Memory Card (Optional)
If you do not have an optional memory card to install, skip this
section and go on to the next section,
Turning on Power
on
page 12.
Your camera contains internal memory that allows you to store
images and video clips. However, you can use a memory card
(purchased separately) instead to store images and video clips.
For more information about supported memory cards, see
Storage
on page 145.
When you install a memory card in the camera, all new
images and video clips will be stored on the card. The
camera’s internal memory is only used when there is no
memory card in the camera.
