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MOUNTING THE CAMERA LENS

G-type Nikkor and other CPU Nikkor lens
When a non-CPU lens is attached
Nikkor lenses/accessories that cannot be attached to the FinePix S3 Pro
Batteries that can be chargedCharge the AA-size Ni-MH batteries (HR-AA).hAA-size Ni-MH batteries (included)
!
Always use the battery charger BCH-NH2 bundled with the camera to charge Ni-MH batteries. Attempting to charge
batteries other than those specified for use with the charger (such as manganese, alkaline or lithium batteries) can cause
the batteries to burst or leak. This could result in a fire or injury and consequent damage to the surroundings.
1Load the Ni-MH batteries (included) into the battery
charger BCH-NH2 bundled with the cameracorrectly as indicated by the polarity icons.
!
The Ni-MH batteries are not fully charged when purchased
and must be fully charged before being used.
!
When first used after purchasing or when left unused for a
long period, charge and discharge the battery using the
camera’s “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function and
then recharge them (P.107).
!
If the terminals of battery are soiled, it may not be possible to
charge them. Clean the battery terminals and battery charger
terminals with a clean, dry cloth.
2Plug the battery charger into a power outlet to
begin charging. After completing the charging, thecharging lamp turns off. Unplug the battery chargerfrom the power outlet when it is not in use.
!
If Ni-MH batteries are charged repeatedly before they are
fully discharged, the battery charge indicator will appear while
there is still ample charge remaining in the batteries. At that
time, discharge and recharge them several times using the
camera’s “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function
(P.107).
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The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
shall be easily accessible.
!
The shape of the plug and socket-outlet depends on the
country of use.
Plug-in and cord-attached types are provided
depending on the intended country of use.

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

Set exposure mode to “M” Manual with a non-CPU lens (When other modes are selected, shutter
cannot be released). The camera’s exposure meter cannot be used and the aperture cannot be set
using the Sub-command Dial when using non-CPU lenses. “§” appears in place of the aperture
indication in the top display panel and viewfinder; set/confirm aperture using the lens aperture ring.
hThe G-type Nikkor lens has no aperture ring; aperture should be selected from camera body. Unlike
other CPU Nikkor lenses, aperture does not need to be set to minimum (largest f-number).
hCPU Nikkor lenses other than G-type Nikkor lens have an aperture ring. Set the lens aperture to its
minimum and lock. When the lens is not set to its minimum aperture setting and the power switch is
turned on, “¡” blinks in the top display panel and viewfinder and the shutter cannot be released.
The following Nikkor lenses/accessories cannot be attached to the FinePix S3 Pro (otherwise camera
body or lens may be damaged):
hTC-16A Teleconverter
hNon-AI lenses
h400mm f/4.5, 600 mm f/5.6, 800 mm f/8 and 1200 mm f/11 with Focusing Unit AU-1
hFisheye 6 mm f/5.6, 7.5 mm f/5.6, 8 mm f/8 and OP 10 mm f/5.6
hOld type 21 mm f/4
hK1, K2 ring, Auto Extension Ring PK-1, PK-11, Auto Ring BR-2, BR-4
hED 180-600 mm f/8 (No. 174041-174180)
hED 360-1200 mm f/11 (No. 174031-174127)
h200-600 mm f/9.5 (No. 280001-300490)
h80 mm f/2.8, 200 mm f/3.5 and TC-16 Teleconverter for F3AF
hPC 28 mm f/4 (No. 180900 or smaller)
hPC 35 mm f/2.8 (No. 851001-906200)
hOld type PC 35 mm f/3.5
hOld type Reflex 1000 mm f/6.3
hReflex 1000 mm f/11 (No. 142361-143000)
hReflex 2000 mm f/11 (No. 200111-200310)