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Notes on the Power Supply
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Use AA-size nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries in this
camera.
AA-size lithium or manganese batteries cannot be used as
they emit heat and can cause camera faults or damage.
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Only use alkaline batteries for emergencies. The
capacities of alkaline batteries vary depending on the
brand and the life of some batteries (the time for which
they provide power) may be much shorter than others.
You should also switch the LCD monitor off when using
alkaline batteries.
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Do not store batteries in very warm or moist locations.
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Keep the batteries out of the reach of babies and small
children.
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When loading the batteries in the camera, ensure that the
battery polarity (
=
and
-
) is as indicated on the camera.
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Do not use new batteries together with used batteries. In
the case of rechargeable batteries, do not use charged
and discharged batteries together. Do not use batteries
of different types or brands together.
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If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of
time, remove the batteries from the camera. (Note that if
the camera is left with the batteries removed, the time
and date settings are cleared.)
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The batteries may feel warm immediately after being
used. Before removing the batteries, switch the camera
off and wait until the batteries cool down.
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When replacing the batteries, always fit 2 new batteries.
Here, “new batteries” refers to batteries that were recently
fully charged at the same time.
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Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures
(+10°C/+50°F or below) and the time for which they can be
used shortens. This is particularly true of alkaline batteries.
In cold conditions, put the batteries in your pocket or a
similar place to warm them before loading them into the
camera. If you use a body warmer to warm the batteries,
ensure that they are not in direct contact with the warmer.
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Soil, such as fingerprints, on the battery terminals can
significantly reduce the number of available shots. Carefully
wipe the battery terminals clean with a soft, dry cloth before
loading the batteries.
Applicable Batteries
Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak,
become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the
precautions given below.
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Do not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire.
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Do not carry or store a battery with metal objects such as
necklaces or hairpins that could come into contact with
the metal positive
=
and negative
-
poles of the battery.
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Do not expose the batteries to fresh or sea water, and
take particular care to keep the terminals dry.
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Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the
batteries.
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Do not attempt to peel off or cut the battery casing.
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Do not drop, strike or otherwise subject the batteries to
strong impacts.
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Do not use batteries that are leaking, deformed,
discolored or exhibit any other obvious abnormality.
Notes on the Batteries
Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly
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Places to Avoid
Do not store or use the camera in the following types of
locations :
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Very humid, dirty or dusty places.
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In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme
temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer.
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Extremely cold places.
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Places subject to strong vibration.
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Places affected by smoke or steam.
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Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as
places near motors, transformers or magnets).
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In contact with chemicals such as pesticides or next
to rubber or vinyl products for long periods of time.
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Do not expose the camera to sand
The FinePix2600 ZOOM is particularly and adversely
affected by sand. In sandy locations such as beaches
or deserts, or in locations where there is wind borne
sand, ensure that the camera is not exposed to sand.
This can cause faults that may be irreparable.
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Notes on Condensation
If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location
into a warm place, water droplets (condensation) may
form on the inside of the camera or on the lens. When
this occurs, switch the camera off and wait an hour
before using the camera. Condensation may also form
on the SmartMedia card. In this event, remove the
SmartMedia and wait a short time before using it again.
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When the Camera is Unused for Long Periods
If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period
of time, remove the batteries and the SmartMedia card
before storing the camera.
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Cleaning Your Camera
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Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens and
LCD surface and then wipe lightly with a soft, dry
cloth. If any soil remains, apply a small amount of
lens cleaning liquid to a piece of FUJIFILM lens
cleaning paper and wipe gently.
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Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD
monitor screen or viewfinder as these surfaces are
easily damaged.
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Clean the body of the camera with a soft dry cloth. Do
not use volatile substances such as thinners, benzine
or insecticide, as these may react with camera body
and cause deformation or remove the coating.
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Using the Camera Overseas
When travelling overseas, do not place your camera in
the check-in baggage. Baggage handling at airports
may subject baggage to violent shocks, and the camera
may be damaged internally even when no external
damage is visible.
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Be sure to read this information in conjunction with “Safety Notes” (
➡
P.88) to ensure that you use
your camera correctly.
