A Managing Batteries

Your camera uses two AA batteries. For best results, use Energizer Lithium AA or rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) AA batteries.

Alkaline batteries provide far less battery life than Lithium or NiMH batteries. If you must use Alkaline batteries, use high- grade “ultra” or “premium” varieties instead of ordinary Alkaline batteries. Depending on your camera usage, Lithium batteries will provide approximately 4-8 times more battery life than Alkaline batteries. If you prefer rechargeable batteries, NiMH will provide approximately 2-5 times more battery life than Alkaline.

Top Points About Batteries

•The first time that you use a set of NiMH batteries, be sure that you fully charge them before using them in the camera.

•If you do not intend to use your camera for an extended period of time (more than two months), HP recommends that you remove the batteries unless you are using rechargeable batteries and are leaving the camera docked or connected to an optional HP AC power adapter.

•When inserting the batteries in the camera, always be sure to orient the batteries as directed by the markings in the battery compartment. If the batteries are inserted improperly, the compartment door may close but the camera will not operate.

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