Inserting the Battery
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Insert the battery into the camera. Use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery
D-LI68 exclusively developed for this camera.
Charging the Battery
When using the battery for the first time, or when the battery has not been used in a long time, or when [Battery depleted] appears, recharge the battery.
Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord, rated 125 V, 7A, minimum 6ft (1.8m)”
1
Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.
2
Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
Indicator lamp
Battery charger
2
AC plug cord
3
Face the 2 mark on the battery up, and insert it into the battery charger.
The indicator lamp is lit while charging and turns off when the battery is fully charged.
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When the battery is fully charged, remove the battery from the battery charger.
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• Do not use the provided Battery Charger D-BC68P to charge batteries other than D-LI68. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating.
• Replace the battery with a new one in the following cases:
- If the indicator lamp blinks or does not light after the battery is inserted correctly
- If the battery starts to run down more quickly even after being charged (the battery may have reached the end of its service life)
The maximum charging time is approximately 115 minutes (it depends on temperature and remaining battery power). Charge in a location where the temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.
Inserting/Removing the Battery
• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may not be removed. Wipe the electrodes of the battery with a soft dry cloth before inserting.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the battery while the power is on.
• Be careful as the camera or battery may become hot when the camera is used continuously for a long period of time.
• Remove the battery when you will not use the camera for a long while. The battery may leak and damage the camera if left installed during prolonged periods of non-use. If the removed battery will not be used for six months or longer, charge the battery for about 30 minutes before storing it. Be sure to recharge the battery every six to twelve months.
• Store the battery in a location where the temperature will remain below room temperature. Avoid locations with high temperatures.
• The date and time may be reset if you leave the battery out of the camera for
long periods of time. If this occurs, follow the procedure described in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.48) to set the current date and time.
1
Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and then
lift it to open (1 →2).
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2
Insert the battery until it locks
into place with the 2 mark facing toward the lens.
To remove the battery, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (3) with your finger.
3
Close the battery cover, and then slide it in the direction of the
arrow (4 →5).
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4
5
Battery Level Indicator
You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the display on the monitor.
Monitor Display w (Green) x (Green) y (Yellow)
F (Red)
[Battery depleted]
Battery Level
Battery is full.
Battery is close to full.
Battery is running low.
Battery is almost empty.
The camera turns off after displaying the message.
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• y or F may appear even when the battery level is sufficient if the camera is used at low temperatures or when performing continuous shooting for a long period of time.
• Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases.
When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries at hand and keep them warm in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature.
• Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold climates, or taking a lot of pictures.
Using the AC Adapter (Optional)
We recommend the use of the AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the camera to a computer or AV device.
The AC Adapter Kit K-AC115 includes AC Adapter D-AC115, DC Coupler D-
DC115, and AC plug cord.
1
Make sure that the camera is turned off.
2
Open the battery cover.
Refer to Step 1 on p.39.
Remove the battery if it is inserted in the camera.
3
Pull down the connection cable
cover (1) on the bottom side of the battery chamber, and insert the DC coupler into the battery chamber.
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4
Close the battery cover.
Pull out the connection cable from the connection cable cover section.
5
Connect the DC coupler and the AC adapter.
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6
Connect the AC adapter to the AC plug cord.
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Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
• Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the
AC adapter.
• Make sure connections are secure between the terminals. The SD Memory
Card or data may be corrupted if disconnected while the card is being accessed.
• The connection cable will protrude from the connection cable cover on the camera while the AC adapter is in use.
• After removing the DC coupler, return the connection cable cover to its original position.
Be sure to read the manual of the AC adapter kit before using the AC adapter.
