Preparing the Camera

zCamera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used. Also due to their specifications, alkaline batteries may expire faster than NiMH batteries. If you are using the camera in cold areas or for a long time, we recommend using Canon AA-size NiMH Battery Kit NB4-200 (a 4-battery Kit).

zWhile it is possible to use AA-size nickel- cadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.

zNever mix unused and partially used batteries. Always load two fresh (or fully recharged) batteries at the same time.

zBe careful to load the batteries with their positive (+) and negative (-) ends in the right direction.

zNever mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. Both batteries should be identical.

zBefore inserting the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. Oil from one's skin or other dirt may cause a considerable reduction in the number of recordable images or reduced usage time.

zBattery performance deteriorates at low temperatures (especially with alkaline batteries).

If you are using the camera in cold areas and batteries are running down faster than they should, you may be able to restore performance by placing batteries in an inner pocket to warm them up prior to use. But be careful that you don't put the batteries into a pocket together with a metal key chain or other metallic objects, as these objects may cause batteries to short-circuit.

zIf you do not plan to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries from the camera and store them in a safe place. Batteries may leak and damage the camera if left installed during prolonged periods of non-use.

WARNINGS

Never use damaged batteries or batteries whose outer seal is completely or partially missing or peeled off, as there is risk that such batteries may leak, overheat, or burst. Always check the seals on store- bought batteries before loading them, as some batteries may come with defective seals. Do not use batteries with defective seals.

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