HUsing the Camera Overseas

viewfinder as these surfaces, and then wipe lightly with a soft, dry cloth.

Leaving the lens extended for long periods can allow dust to enter the camera’s viewfinder. However, this does not affect the image.

h Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD or viewfinder as these surface are easily damaged.

h Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry, cloth. Do not use volatile substances such as thinners, benzine or insecticide, as these may react with camera body and cause deformation or remove the coating.

When traveling overseas, do not place your camera in the check-in baggage. Baggage handling at airports may subject baggage to violent shocks, and the camera may be damaged internally even when no external damage is visible.

hOthers

h To view the images you have shot, you will need a PC that conforms to the hardware and software requirements given in the table on P.12.

h You will need a printer to print out the images you have shot.

h RadioShack Corporation assumes no responsibility whatsoever for any damages or loss of revenue incurred as a result of the deleting of data stored in the computer memory due to a fault or any other cause.

Notes on the Battery

✽This camera has a built-in lithium-ion battery. Always observe the precautions given below.

h The built-in lithium-ion battery is not fully charged at shipment and must be charged up before being used (/P.21).

hLithium-Ion Battery Features

h Lithium-ion battery loses its charge even when not used. Charge the battery just before taking pictures (1 to 2 days beforehand).

h To ensure that your lithium-ion battery lasts as long as possible, push the lens back in and switch the camera off promptly when you are not using the camera.

h The number of available shots will be lower in cold locations or at low temperatures. You can increase the amount of power produced by putting the camera in your pocket or another warm place to heat it just before taking pictures. If you are using a heating pad, take care not to place the camera directly against the pad.

hCharging the Battery

h This camera can be charged at ambient temperatures between 0°C – +40°C and it takes approximately 2 hours to charge a fully depleted the battery.

h The lithium-ion battery does not need to be fully discharged or exhausted flat before being charged.

hBattery Life

At normal temperatures, the battery can be used at least 500 times.

If the time for which the battery provides power shortens markedly, this indicates that the battery has reached the end of its effective life. Please contact the store from which you purchased the camera.