HP 318 manual Does not, Press a, Button, Replace, Batteries, Frequently

Problem Possible cause Solution

You have an AC power adapter connected to the camera, but it is not connected to a power source.

When you have an AC adapter connected to the camera, the camera does not use battery power even if the adapter is not connected to a power source. If you want to use battery power, disconnect the AC adapter from the camera. If you want to use AC power, connect the AC adapter to a working electrical outlet.

The camera	The camera is off.	Turn the camera on.
does not
	The camera is	If the status LCD displays the letters PC,
respond when
I press a	connected to a	the camera buttons do not respond.
button.	computer.
	The batteries are	Replace the batteries.
	empty.
	The camera needs	Turn the camera off and then on again.
	to be reset.	Remove the batteries and reinstall them.
		If you are using an AC power adapter,
		disconnect the adapter from the camera,
		remove and reinstall the batteries, and
		then reconnect the adapter.
I replace the	Extended use of the	To extend the life of your batteries:
camera	image display	• Always use an AC adapter to power
batteries	consumes battery	the camera when you are using the
frequently.	power. Unloading	image display for an extended
	images to your	period of time and when you are
	computer can also	unloading images to your computer.
	consume a lot of	• Limit your use of the image display.
	battery power.	• Do not use ordinary alkaline
		batteries. Purchase higher-grade
		batteries, such as “ultra-” or
		“premium-” grade alkaline or lithium
		batteries, or switch to rechargeable
		NiMH batteries. These batteries are
		available from various battery
		manufacturers.

The camera turns on and consumes battery power while you carry it loose in a purse or backpack.

Always carry the camera securely in a case.

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