Checking the Batteries
Slide the power switch ON.
*In order to conserve power, the LCD panel and the finder indicator will shut off automatically after approximately 15 sec. Lightly pressing the shutter release button will reactivate the panel and indicator.
The charge remaining in the batteries will be displayed on the LCD panel.
When 
is displayed for 2 sec., the batteries are OK.
When 
blinks, excess battery consumption is occurring. The batteries should be replaced as soon as possible.
When the outer frame 
is blinking, the flash cannot be used.
*When
is indicated, the batteries have reached their expected life span and should be replaced immediately.