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Getting Started
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Tips to Extend Recording and Playback Times
* The battery life indicated on the previous page tends to decrease depending on the
ambient temperature.
In a cold environment, warming the battery by hand, for example, may allow you to
take more pictures.
* Increased use of the flash or zoom feature or the LCD monitor will accelerate
expiration of the battery. Keep their usage to a minimum.
* Copying or erasing images repeatedly will also accelerate expiration of the battery.
* The battery life may be extended by shooting images without using the LCD monitor.
■ Handling Precautions
• Read the instruction manual supplied with the battery before using it.
• Use only the specified lithium ion battery. Check the type of battery in
“Accessories” (p.110).
• Cleaning the contact area of the battery terminal and the battery with a dry
cloth may extend the life of the battery.
• Do not use a battery with a low voltage (such as one which has already
caused the battery symbol (
) to flash) as this may cause malfunction of the
camera (malfunction of the LCD monitor or flashing or lighting of the AF LED,
flash LED or self-timer LED).
• If the camera is used continuously for a long period, the battery may become
hot. Allow to cool before unloading it.
• Except when charging the battery, store the charger and the battery
separately.
• Store the battery in the case provided.
• If the camera is not to be used for a long period, discharge the battery
completely before removing it from the camera and store in a cool place.
Recharge the battery fully before reusing the camera.
Note
• When using the camera for an extended period near an electrical
source, it is recommended to use an AC adapter (optional). See
“Using an AC Adapter” (p.26).
• It is advisable to have a spare battery handy when powering the
camera by the battery alone.
• The battery symbol (
) lights to show that the battery voltage is low.
Recharge the battery. See “Charging the Battery” (p.23).
