Charging the Battery
QUnplug the charger when it is not in use.
QRemove dirt from the battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth. Failure to observe this precaution could prevent the battery from charging.
QDo not affix stickers or other objects to the battery. Failure to observe this precaution could make it impossible
to remove the battery from the camera.
QDo not short the battery terminals. The battery could overheat. Q Read the cautions in “The Battery and Power Supply”.
Q Use only battery chargers designated for use with the battery. Failure to observe this precaution could result in product malfunction.
Q Do not remove the labels from the battery or attempt to split or peel the outer casing.
Q The battery gradually loses its charge when not in use. Charge the battery one or two days before use. Q Charging times may increase at very low or very high temperatures.
Charging via a computerThe battery can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer. Connect the supplied USB cable as shown, making sure the connectors are fully inserted.
QConnect the camera directly to the computer; do not use a USB hub or keyboard.
QIf the computer goes into sleep mode while charging, charging will stop. To continue charging, disable sleep mode on the computer, and disconnect and connect the USB cable.
QCharging may be impossible depending on computer specifications, settings or conditions.
RThe battery status icons show battery charge status when the camera is turned on, and the indicator lamp shows it when the camera is turned off.
| Battery status icon when camera on | Indicator lamp when camera off | Battery status |
| Y(yellow) | On | Battery charging. |
| N(green) | Off | Charging complete. |
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| Z(red) | Blinks | Battery fault. |
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