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Getting Ready
1Check that the camera is turned off (indicator lamp
goes off) before opening the battery cover.
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Opening the battery cover while the camera is turned on, the
camera is turned off.
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Do not apply excessive force to the battery cover.
2Load the batteries correctly as indicated by the
polarity icons.Pull on the battery cover to close it.1While pressing on the battery cover to push thebatteries down, 2slide the cover closed.
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LOADING THE BATTERIES

◆How to use the batteries ◆
Compatible batteries
hAA-size alkaline batteries (4) or AA-size Ni-MH rechageable batteries (4) (sold separately).
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Please use the same brand and grade AA-size alkaline batteries as those supplied with the camera.
hNever use the following types of batteries, as this 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 significantly reduce the amount of 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, and some 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 recommended for this reason.
hUse the optional charger to charge AA-size Ni-MH batteries.
hSee P.107, 108 for other notes on using batteries.
hWhen first purchased or if left unused for a long period, the time for which AA-size Ni-MH
batteries can be used may be shorter. See P.108 for details.
Outer casing
Do not open the battery cover while the camera is
still turned on. This could damage the media or
corrupt the image files on the media.
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