3. Close the battery cover.

• For information about how to replace the batteries, see page 146.

IMPORTANT!

Before using the camera, you must specify the type of battery type (alkaline, Ni-MH) you are using. Specifying the wrong battery type setting will shorten the life of the batteries you are using. Make sure you specify the battery type setting correctly (page 15) whenever you change from one battery type to another.

About rechargeable batteries

Use only the rechargeable Ni-MH batteries that are specifically recommended for this camera. Proper camera operation is not guaranteed when other rechargeable batteries are used.

IMPORTANT!

• Batteries cannot be charged while they are loaded in the camera.

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