Inserting the Batteries
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Insert batteries into the camera. Use four AA lithium batteries, AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries, or AA alkaline batteries.
This camera is packaged with AA lithium batteries for checking the camera functionality but other kinds of batteries are also compatible. Use the compatible batteries according to the intended purpose.
Available Batteries
AA lithium batteries
AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
AA alkaline batteries
Characteristics
Provided with the camera. Recommended when using the camera in cold climates.
These are rechargeable and are economical.
A commercially available battery charger that is compatible with the batteries is required.
These are easily obtainable when the batteries you are using run out but they may not support all the camera functions under certain conditions. We do not recommend using them except in emergencies or when checking the camera functionality.
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• Do not use the Ni-Mn batteries as the batteries’ voltage characteristics may cause a malfunction.
• AA lithium batteries and AA alkaline batteries that can be used in this camera are not rechargeable.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries while the power is on.
• Remove the batteries when you do not plan to use the camera for a long time.
If you leave them in the camera for a long time, they may leak.
• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries after a long time has passed since the batteries were removed, follow the
procedure for “Setting the Date and Time” (p.56).
• Insert the batteries correctly. Batteries inserted incorrectly may cause a camera breakdown. Wipe the electrodes of the batteries before inserting.
• Replace all the batteries at the same time and do not mix battery types, brands or old batteries with new ones. Otherwise, malfunctions, such as the battery level not being displayed properly, may occur.
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Push and hold the battery cover unlock lever as shown in the illustration ( 1 ), slide the battery cover toward the lens
( 2 ) and then flip open.
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Insert the batteries according to the +/– indicators in the battery chamber.
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Press down on the batteries with the battery cover ( 3 ) and slide it as shown in the illustration ( 4 ) to close.
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Be sure to fully close the battery cover. The camera will not turn on if the battery cover is open.
• Use the AC adapter kit K-AC84 (optional) when using the camera for a
prolonged period. (p.42)
• Check the orientation of the batteries if the camera does not operate properly after replacing the batteries.
Battery Level Indicator
You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the w displayed on the status screen.
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Status Screen w (Green) f (Orange) z (Red)
“Battery depleted”
Batteries are full.
Battery Level
Batteries are running low.
Batteries are almost empty.
The camera turns off after displaying the message.
f or z (Red) may appear even when the battery level is sufficient if the camera is used at low temperatures or when performing continuous shooting consecutively. In this situation, turn the camera off and on again. If w
(Green) appears, you can use the camera.
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Approximate Image Storage Capacity and
Playback Time (New Batteries)
(Based on ambient operating temperature of 23 ºC)
Batteries
Normal
Recording
Flash
Photography
(50% Use)
1100
Playback Time
AA lithium batteries
AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
(1900mAh)
AA alkaline batteries
1900
640 420
680 minutes
390 minutes
210 130 350 minutes
The image storage capacity (normal recording and flash use 50%) is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards, while other data is based on our measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use depending on shooting mode and shooting conditions.
• 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 when you will be taking a lot of pictures.
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Using the AC Adapter (Optional)
We recommend using the AC adapter kit K-AC84 (optional) when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the camera to a computer or AV device.
1
Make sure the camera is turned off.
If batteries are inserted into the camera, open the battery cover and
remove the batteries. Refer to Step 1 on p.40.
2
Open the battery cover and pull out the electric cable cover ( 1 ) on the right side of the battery chamber.
3
Insert the DC coupler into the battery chamber.
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Pull out the DC coupler’s electric cable as shown in the illustration.
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Close the battery cover.
Refer to Step 3 on p.40.
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Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC coupler.
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Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.
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Plug the AC 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. SD Memory Card or data may be corrupted if disconnected while the camera is recording or reading data.
• Keep the electric cable cover closed when not using the AC adapter.
Be sure to read the manual of the AC adapter kit K-AC84 when using the AC adapter.
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