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BATTERIES

Installing the Batteries

Your camera uses two 3V CR123A lithium batteries to supply power for all camera

Checking Battery Power

The battery condition indicator displays the power status of the batteries when the

operations.

1.Lift and turn the battery-chamber lock to OPEN, then open the battery- chamber door.

main switch is set to ON.

Full-battery symbol

Power is sufficient for all camera operations.

Low-battery symbol

GETTING STARTED

2.Insert the batteries as indicated by the + and – marks.

3.Close the battery-chamber door, then press and turn the battery- chamber lock to CLOSE.

Power is low, but all functions are operational. Keep a fresh battery handy.

Blinking low-battery symbol

Power is extremely low. The batteries will need to be replaced soon. Flash recycling time may be slow.

Blinking low-battery symbol appears alone and the shutter locks.

Power is insufficient for camera operation. Replace the batteries.

No display

Power is too low for the camera to operate. Replace the batteries or make sure they have been inserted correctly.

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Minolta 2098-301 instruction manual Installing the Batteries, Checking Battery Power