User Guide

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Battery Handling
Battery Charge
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Battery Handling Precautions
z Keep the battery terminals clean at all times.
Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery and
camera. Polish the terminals with a soft cotton swab before
charging or using the battery.
z At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced
and the low battery icon ( ) may appear earlier than usual.
Under these conditions, revive the battery by warming it in a
pocket immediately before use.
z However, ensure that there are no metallic items in the pocket
that could cause a short circuit, such as a key ring, etc.
The battery may short circuit.
z Do not allow any metal objects such as key rings to touch
the ( ) and ( ) terminals (Fig. A). To carry the battery or
store it during periods of disuse, always replace the
terminal cover (Fig.B).
These conditions can damage the battery. You may be able to
check the charge state depending upon how
the terminal cover is attached (Fig. C, D).
Battery charge is low.
Recharge it as soon as
possible it will be used for an
extended period.
Change the battery pack.
Battery charge is insufficient
to operate the camera.
Replace the battery
immediately.