BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for purchasing this product. Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new digital camera.

Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your camera dealer.

DiMAGE X1 digital camera

Lithium-ion battery NP-1

Cradle CA-1

Hand strap HS-DG150

USB cable USB-3

AV cable AVC-700

SD Memory Card

Digital Camera Software CD-ROM

DiMAGE Master Lite instruction manual CD-ROM

Camera manual

Warranty card

Only use the battery specified in this manual that are manufactured and distributed by Konica Minolta. Beware of counterfeit batteries; the use of these batteries will damage the product and may cause fire.

While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of this information, Konica Minolta assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions of this instruction manual.

Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. DiMAGE is a trademark of Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. Apple, Macintosh, and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. QuickTime and the Quick Time logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., used under license. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows XP are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. The official name of Windows is Microsoft Windows Operating System. Pentium is a registered trademark of the Intel Corporation. EasyShare is a registered trademark or trademark of Eastman Kodak Company in the United States and other countries. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

Lithium-ion batteries

This camera operates on a small, but powerful lithium-ion battery. Misuse or abuse of the lithium- ion battery can cause damage or injury through fire, electric shock, or chemical leakage. Read and understand all warnings before using the battery.

DANGER

•Do not short, disassemble, damage, or modify the battery.

•Do not expose the battery to fire or high temperatures over 60°C (140°F).

•Do not expose the battery to water, or moisture. Water can corrode or damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.

•Do not drop or subject the battery to strong impacts. Impacts can damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.

•Do not store the battery near or in metallic products.

•Do not use the battery with any other products.

•Only use the specified cradle. An inappropriate cradle may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.

•Do not use a leaking battery. If fluid from the battery enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the battery makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.

•Only use or charge the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between 0° and 45°C (32° and 113°F). Only store the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between –20° and 50°C (–4° and 122°F) and a humidity of 45% to 85% RH.

WARNING

•Tape over the lithium-ion battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local regulations for battery disposal.

•If charging is not completed after the specified period elapses, unplug the cradle and discontinue charging immediately.

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