The camera does not turn on when I connect to AC power, then disconnect, then reconnect.
●Insert batteries into the camera.
●The optional HP AC power adapter could be malfunctioning. Try connecting to a different compatible HP AC power adapter.
●Try plugging the optional HP AC power adapter into a different electrical outlet.
●Reset the camera (see Resetting the camera on page 32).
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 8).
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 8). 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.
●Replace or recharge the batteries. If the Image Display does not turn on, remove the batteries and connect to AC power (directly or through the optional dock). If the Image Display still does not turn on, reset the camera (see Resetting the camera on page 32).
My image is blurry.
●Use Focus Lock (see Using Focus Lock on page 13).
●Use a tripod to hold the camera steady, or improve lighting conditions.
●Set the flash to 
Auto Flash or 
Flash On and set the shooting mode to 
Action.
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