•New batteries or batteries that have not been charged recently must be recharged to reach full capacity.
•If you have not used the batteries for two months or longer, recharge them.
•For tips on conserving battery life, see “Extending battery life” on page 39.
The NiMH batteries will not charge.•Try charging the batteries again after they have drained awhile.
•If charging the batteries in an optional battery charger does not work, replace the batteries.
It takes the camera a long time to turn on.Having a large number of files (over 300) stored on an optional memory card affects the time it takes for the camera to turn on. Transfer stored files to your computer, then format the memory card.
The camera does not respond when I press a button.•Turn on the camera.
•Most of the camera buttons do not respond when the camera is connected to a computer (directly or through an optional dock).
•Replace or recharge the batteries.
•Reset the camera (see “Resetting the camera” on page 32).
•The memory card may be defective. Remove the memory card and test the camera; if the camera works, replace the memory card.
•Format the internal memory and/or the memory card (see “Install and format an optional memory card” on page 6).
The camera does not take a picture when I press the Shutter button.•Press the Shutter button all the way down.
•The memory card or internal memory may be full. Transfer images from the camera to your computer, then format the internal memory or the memory card (see “Install and format an optional memory card” on page 6). Or replace the card with a new one.
•The camera may be processing. Wait a few seconds for the camera to finish processing the last image before taking another picture.
The Image Display is not working.•The Image Display may have timed out. Press any camera button to wake up the camera.
•Reset the camera (see “Resetting the camera” on page 32).
•Replace or recharge the batteries.
My image is blurry.•Use Focus Lock (see “Using Focus Lock” on page 11).
•Use a tripod to hold the camera steady, or improve lighting conditions.
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