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Getting Ready
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LOADING THE BATTERIES AND THE MEDIA
1Getting Ready
2Load the batteries correctly as indicated by the
polarity icons.
1Check that the camera is turned off (viewfinder
lamp is off) before opening the battery cover.
1Hold down the Battery cover lock release button.
2Open the battery cover.
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If opening the battery cover while the camera is still on, the
camera will turn off.
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Do not apply force to the battery cover.
Do not open the battery cover while the camera is
on. This could damage the xD-Picture Card or ruin
the image files on the xD-Picture Card.
Compatible batteries
hAA-size alkaline batteries (2), Rechargeable Battery NH-10 (sold separately), or AA-size Ni-MH
rechargeable batteries (sold separately) (2).
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Please use the same brand and grade AA-size alkaline batteries as those supplied with the camera.
◆How to use the batteries ◆
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Gold marking
Align the gold marking on the xD-Picture Card slot
with the gold contact area on the xD-Picture Card
and push the card firmly all the way into the slot.
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If the xD-Picture Card is oriented incorrectly, it will not go all
the way into the slot. Do not apply force when inserting an
xD-Picture Card.
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Depending on the camera mode and the type of batteries used, the transition from “C” to “V” may occur more
quickly.
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Due to the nature of the battery, the battery low warning may appear early when the camera is used in cold
locations. This is normal. Try warming the batteries in your pocket or a similar location before use.
✽Battery level warning
1) The camera’s estimation of the remaining battery charge varies greatly depending on the camera operation mode.
Consequently, even if “C” or “V” is not displayed in Playback mode, one of them may appear when you change
to Photography mode.
2) Depending on the battery type and the level of charge in the batteries, the camera may run out of power without first
displaying a battery level warning. This is particularly likely to happen when batteries that have run out of charge
once are re-used.
In situation 2), immediately load new or fully charged replacement batteries.
Turn the camera on and check the battery charge.
4Close the battery cover.
◆How to replace the xD-Picture Card ◆
Push the xD-Picture Card into the slot and then
slowly remove your finger. The lock is released and
the xD-Picture Card is pushed out.
Checking the battery charge
“C” appears as a small icon on the right-hand
side of the LCD monitor. “V” appears as a large
icon on the LCD monitor.
Blinking red
Lit red
1There is ample battery charge.
2There is insufficient charge left in the batteries.
The batteries will soon run out. Have a new set
of batteries ready.
3The batteries are depleted. The display will
shortly go blank and the camera will stop
working. Replace or recharge the batteries.
Blinking red
Lit red
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2
3
No icon
◆Power save function ◆
When this function is active, it turns off the LCD monitor (sleep mode) to reduce power consumption if
the camera is not used for 60 seconds (➡P.71). If the camera is then left unused for 2 or 5 minutes, the
Power save function turns the camera off. To turn the camera back on, press the “POWER” button.
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hNever use the following types of batteries as they could cause serious problems
such as battery fluid leakage or overheating:
1. Batteries with split or peeling outer casings
2. Combinations of different types of batteries or new and used batteries together
hDo not use manganese or Ni-Cd batteries.
hSoil, such as fingermarks on the poles of the batteries can shorten time for which
the batteries can be used.
hThe time for which AA-size alkaline batteries (referred to hereafter simply as alkaline batteries) can be used
varies depending on the brand. Some brands of alkaline batteries may stop providing power more quickly
than those supplied with the camera. Note also that due to their nature, the time for which alkaline batteries
can be used decreases in cold conditions (0°C to +10°C/+32°F to +50°F). The use of AA-size Ni-MH batteries
is better for this reason.
hCradle can be used in combination with camera and to charge rechargeable battery NH-10 (sold separately).
Use Fujifilm Battery charger (sold separately) to charge AA-size Ni-MH batteries.
hSee P.98, 99 for other notes on using batteries.
hWhen first purchased or if left unused for a long period, the amount of time which AA-size Ni-MH
batteries or rechargeable battery NH-10 can be used may be short See P.99 for more information.
hWhen the surfaces of the rechargeable battery NH-10 terminals have become worn through repeated use or
the battery has been taken out of the camera and left for a long period, the battery may stop supplying power
or may become usable only for shorter periods.
To restore normal battery operation, open and close the battery cover several times to dislodge any soiling on
the terminals.