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Getting Ready
When the Auto power off function is active, if the camera
is left unused for 2 or 5 minutes, this function turns the
camera off (➝p.113). To turn the camera back on, press
POWER. To play back images, hold down w for about 1
second.
MEMO
When POWER MANAGEMENT is set to QUICK AF
or CLEAR DISPLAY, AUTO POWER OFF cannot be
cancelled.
Checking the battery charge
Turn the camera on and check the battery level indicator
on the LCD monitor.
AThere is ample battery charge. (Lit white)
BThe battery is almost half charged. (Lit white)
CThere is insufficient charge left in the battery. The
battery will soon run out. Have a charged battery
ready. (Lit red)
DThe battery is depleted. The display will shortly go
blank and the camera will stop working. Replace the
battery. (Blinking red)
CAUTION
• Due to the nature of the battery, the battery level
indicator ( , , or V) may appear early
when the camera is used in cold locations. Try warming
the battery in your pocket or a similar location before
use.
• Battery with no remaining charge (V blinking red)
may cause camera faults such as the camera turning
itself off without retracting the lens. Always load a fully
charged battery.
• Depending on the camera mode, the transition from
to V may occur more quickly.

Auto power off function