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Powering the Camera
Use the battery charger to charge the battery before using it in the
camera for the first time or after a long period of non-use, or when the
[Battery depleted] message appears.
Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord,
rated 125 V, 7A, minimum 6ft (1.8m)”
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Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger D-BC78.
2
Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
3
Place the battery in the charger so that the PENTAX
logo is facing up.
The charging indicator lights while the battery is charging and turns off
when charging is finished.
4
Remove the battery from the battery charger when
charging is finished.
Charging the Battery
• The time required to fully charge the battery is about 150 minutes (max.). The
appropriate ambient temperature for charging the battery is 0°C to 40°C (32°F
to 104°F). (The charging time may vary depending on the ambient
temperature and charging conditions.)
• The battery has reached the end of its service life when it starts to run down
soon after being charged. Replace with a new battery.
• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than the rechargeable
lithium-ion battery D-LI78, as the charger may overheat or be damaged.
• If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator fails to light, the
battery may be faulty. Replace with a new battery.
Battery charger
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Battery
To power
outlet
AC plug cord
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Charging indicator
While charging: Lights
Charging finished: Turns off