Inserting the Battery and a Memory Card

Although the camera can store pictures in internal memory, optional SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards (sold separately) can be used to store additional pictures. After charging the battery, insert the battery and memory card as described below.

1Open the battery-chamber cover.

R Be sure the camera is off before opening the battery-chamber cover.

Q Do not open the battery-chamber cover when the camera is on. Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to image files or memory cards.

QDo not use excessive force when handling the battery-chamber cover.

2Insert the battery.

Align the orange stripe on the battery with the orange battery latch and slide the battery into the camera, keeping the battery latch pressed to one side. Confirm that the battery is securely latched.

Q Insert the battery in the correct orientation. Do NOT use force or attempt to insert the battery upside down or backwards. The battery will slide in easily in the correct orientation.

Orange stripe

Battery latch

First Steps

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