GETTING READY

IMPORTANT!

If the [CHARGE] lamp starts to flash when you start a charge operation, it means that charging cannot be started yet because the surrounding temperature or

the temperature of the charger unit is outside the range of about 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). Charging will start automatically (indicated when the [CHARGE] lamp stops flashing and remains lit) as soon as temperature returns to normal.

Charging batteries while they are still warm immediately after removing them from the camera can result in only partial charging. Give batteries time to cool before charging them.

Batteries discharge slightly even when they are left without loading them into the camera. Because of this, it is recommended that you charge batteries immediately before you need to use them.

The rechargeable batteries used with this camera are specifically designed for use with digital cameras. If you want to try to use them to power another type of device, you should first check the user documentation that comes with the device to see if they are compatible.

Though the actual service life of the rechargeable batteries depends on the environment under which they are used, you can expect to be able to recharge them about 500 times before they need replacement.

Charging the camera’s batteries may cause interference with TV and radio reception. If this happens, plug the charger into an outlet that is further away from the TV or radio.

Dirty charger contacts and/or battery terminals can make proper charging impossible. Be sure to wipe contacts and terminals occasionally with a dry cloth to keep them clean.

NOTE

The bundled charger unit is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area. If you plan to use the charger unit in a geographic area where the power receptacle shape is different from that in your area, replace the AC power cord with one of the other ones that comes with the camera, or purchase a commercially available AC power cord that is compatible with the power outlets in that area.

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