
Using Your Camera Correctly
e Read this information and the “Safety Notes” (➡P.116), to make sure you use your camera correctly.
■Battery Life
At normal temperatures, the
hDo not attempt to take apart or change the battery. hDo not recharge the battery with chargers other
those specified.
■Places to Avoid
Do not store or use the camera in the following types of locations:
h In the rain or in very humid, dirty or dusty places
hIn direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer
h Extremely cold places
h Places with strong vibration h Places with smoke or steam
hPlaces subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near motors, transformers or magnets)
hIn contact with chemicals such as pesticides h Next to rubber or vinyl products
■Damaged by Water or Sand
FinePix F470 can be damaged on the inside and outside by water and sand. When you are at the beach or close to water, make sure that the camera is not damaged by water or sand. Take care not to place the camera on a wet surface.
■Damaged by Condensation
If the camera is carried from a cold location into a warm place, water droplets (condensation) may form on the inside of the camera or on the lens. When this occurs, turn the camera off and wait an hour before
using the camera. Condensation may also form on the
■When the Camera is Not Used or is stored Periods of Time
If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of time, remove the battery and the
■Cleaning Your Camera
hUse a blower brush to remove any dust on the lens or LCD monitor, and then gently wipe the camera with a soft, dry cloth. If any soil remains, apply a small amount of lens cleaning liquid to a piece of FUJIFILM lens cleaning paper and wipe gently.
hDo not scratch hard objects against the lens or LCD monitor.
hClean the body of the camera with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use volatile substances or cleaning products these items can cause damage.
■Using the Camera When Traveling
When traveling overseas, do not place your camera in the
If the time for which the
Notes on storage
The Rechargeable
hIf the battery will not be used for some time, run the battery out before storing it.
hIf you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of time, remove the battery from the camera.
hPlace the battery pack inside the soft case and store in a cool place.
✽The battery should be stored in a dry location with an ambient temperature between +15°C and +25°C (+59°F and +77°F).
✽Do not leave the battery in hot or extremely cold places.
■Handling the Battery
To avoid injury or damage, observe the following:
hDo not carry or store battery with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
hDo not heat the battery or throw it into a fire.
hDispose of used battery promptly.
To avoid damaging the battery or shortening its life, observe the following:
hDo not drop the battery or otherwise subject it to strong impacts.
hDo not expose the battery to water.
To make sure that you obtain optimum battery performance, observe the following:
hAlways keep the battery terminals clean.
hDo not store battery in warm or humid places. Storing the battery for long periods in a hot location can shorten the battery life.
If you use the battery for a long period, the camera body and the battery itself will become warm. This is normal. Use the AC power adapter supplied with the camera if you are taking pictures or viewing images for a long period of time.
■Specifications of the included NP-40N
Nominal voltage | DC 3.6 V |
Nominal capacity | 730 mAh |
Operating temperature | 0°C to +40°C |
| (+32°F to +104°F) |
Dimensions | 35.3 mm ⋅ 40.0 mm ⋅ 5.85 mm |
| (1.39 in. ⋅ 1.6 in. ⋅ 0.2 in.) |
| (W ⋅ H ⋅ D) |
Mass (Weight) | Approx. 18 g (0.6 oz.) |
Notes on the Power Supply
Notes on Using the Battery Charger
Notes on the Battery (NP-40N)
This camera uses the Rechargeable
✽When shipped, the
is not fully charged. Always charge the
using it. hWhen carrying the
install it in a digital camera or keep it in the soft case.
hWhen storing the
■Battery Features
hThe
hTo maximize the life of the
hThe number of available frames will be lower in cold locations or at low temperatures. Take along a spare fully charged
If you are using a heating pad, take care not to place the
■Charging the Battery
hYou can charge the battery using the battery charger (included).
i The
i You should charge the
i You cannot charge the
hThe
hThe
Use with the following power supply cord set:
Cord: UL Listed, Type
One end terminates in a
hThe battery and battery charger themselves will become warm due to the power stored inside them. This is normal and does not indicate a fault. Wherever possible, use the battery charger in a well- ventilated location.
hThere may be vibration noises from inside the battery charger during use. This is normal and does not indicate a fault.
hDo not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than rechargeable battery
hThe battery charger could cause interference if placed close to a radio during charging. In this event, move the radio and charger further apart.
hDo not leave the battery charger in the following types of locations:
i Extremely humidity or high temperatures, such as close to a heating appliance or in direct sunlight
i Places with strong vibration
hThe battery charger accepts input voltages of 100- 240 V AC at 50 or 60 Hz and can be used all over the world. However, the shape of the plug and
■Battery Charger BC-40 Specifications
Rated input | |
Input capacity | |
Rated output | 4.2 V DC, 630 mA |
Applicable batteries | Rechargeable Battery |
| |
Charging time | Approx. 90 minutes |
Dimensions | 88.0 mm ⋅ 46.0 mm ⋅ 27.3 mm |
| (3.5 in. ⋅ 1.8 in. ⋅ 1.1 in.) |
| (L ⋅ W ⋅ D) |
Mass (Weight) | Approx. 60 g (2.1 oz.) |
| (excluding batteries) |
Operating | 0°C to + 40°C |
temperatures | (+ 32°F to + 104°F) |
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You can also increase the amount of power produced by putting the
charged or immediately after being used. This is perfectly normal.
hDo not recharge a fully charged
i In very dusty places
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