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Appendices
ZHandling the Battery
To avoid injury or damage, observe the following:
• Do not carry or store battery with metal objects such as
necklaces or hairpins.
• Do not heat the battery or throw it into a fire.
• Do not attempt to take apart or change the battery.
• Do not recharge the battery with chargers other those
specified.
• Dispose of used battery promptly.
To avoid damaging the battery or shortening its life,
observe the following:
• Do not drop the battery or otherwise subject it to strong
impacts.
• Do not expose the battery to water.
To make sure that you obtain optimum battery
performance, observe the following:
• Always keep the battery terminals clean.
• Do not store battery in warm or humid places. Storing
the battery for long periods in a hot location can shorten
the battery life.
• Do not split or peel outer labels of the battery.
If you use the battery for a long period, the camera
body and the battery itself will become warm. This is
normal. Use an optional AC power adapter if you are
taking pictures or viewing images for a long period of
time.
ZSpecifications of the included NP-150
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Notes on storage
The rechargeable lithium-ion battery NP-150 is both
compact and capable of storing large quantities of power.
However, if it is stored for long periods while charged, the
performance of the battery can be impaired.
• If the battery will not be used for some time, run the
battery out before storing it.
• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period
of time, remove the battery from the camera.
• Store the battery in a cool place.
*The battery should be stored in a dry location with an
ambient temperature between +15°C and +25°C (+59°F
and +77°F).
*Do not leave the battery in hot or extremely cold places. Nominal voltage DC 7.2V
Nominal capacity 1500 mAh
Operating
temperature
0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F)
Dimensions 39.5 mm × 55.8 mm × 20.9 mm
(1.6 in. × 2.2 in. × 0.8 in.)
(W × H × D)
Mass (Weight) Approx. 80 g (2.8 oz.)