Minolta 800si Installing the Batteries, Battery Condition Indicators, Full-battery symbol

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES

Your camera uses one 6-volt 2CR5 battery to supply power for all camera operations. Please read all warnings in the For Proper and Safe Use section of this manual, as well as warnings supplied by the battery manufacturer.

Set the main switch to LOCK. Slide the battery-cover release in the direction indicated to open the cover.

Insert the battery according to the marks on the inside of the chamber cover.

Snap the cover closed.

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BATTERY CONDITION INDICATORS

A battery-condition indicator will appear in the data panel for 5 seconds each time the camera is turned on. This mark signifies the power status of the battery.

Full-battery symbol:

Power is sufficient for all camera operations.

Low-battery symbol:

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

Blinking low-battery symbol:

Power is extremely low. The battery will need to be replaced very soon.

Blinking low-battery symbol only: Power is too low for normal camera operations. Replace the battery.

•This indicator will appear even while the main switch is set to LOCK.

No display: Power is too low for any camera operations. Replace the battery or check that it is inserted correctly.

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