Problem

Possible cause

Solution

 

 

 

I have to

Extended use of the

To extend the life of your batteries:

replace the

image LCD consumes

• Always use an AC adapter to power the camera

camera

battery power.

when you are using the image LCD for an

batteries

Downloading photos to

extended period of time and when you are

frequently.

your computer can also

downloading photos to your computer (see “Using

 

consume a lot of battery

 

an AC power adapter” on page 77).

 

power.

 

• Limit your use of the image LCD.

 

 

 

 

• Turn off Instant Review (see “Setting Instant Review”

 

 

on page 48).

 

 

• Purchase higher-grade batteries, such as “ultra-” or

 

 

“premium-” grade alkaline or lithium batteries. Or,

 

 

switch to rechargeable Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries.

 

 

These batteries are available from various battery

 

 

manufacturers.

 

The camera turns on and

Always carry the camera securely in a case.

 

consumes battery power

 

 

while you carry it loose in

 

 

a purse or backpack.

 

 

 

 

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