Nikon D2Xs manual Insert the Battery

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Introduction—First Steps

Step 2—Insert the Battery

The D2Xs can be used with the supplied rechargeable Nikon EN-EL4a Li-ion battery or an optional EN-EL4 battery.

2	.1	Charge the battery
		The EN-EL4a is not fully charged at shipment. To maximize shooting
		time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-21 quick charger before
		use ( 266). About 145 minutes are required to fully recharge the
		battery when no charge remains.
2	.2	Turn the camera off
		Turn the camera off before inserting or re-
		moving batteries.
2	.3	Remove the battery-chamber cover
		Turn the battery-chamber cover latch to the
		open position ( ) and remove the battery-
		chamber cover.
2	.4	Attach the battery cover to the battery
		The battery can be charged with the cover
		attached.
2	.5	Insert the battery
		Insert the battery as shown at right.
2	.6	Latch the battery-chamber cover
		To prevent the battery from being dislodged

during operation, be sure the cover is se- curely latched.

Removing the Battery

Before removing the battery, turn the camera off and rotate the battery-chamber cover latch to the open position ( ).

EN-EL4a Rechargeable Li-ion Batteries

The EN-EL4a shares information with compatible devices, enabling the camera to show battery charge state in six levels and the MH-21 to both display the current level and charge the battery appropriately. The Battery info option in the setup menu details battery charge, battery life, and the number of pictures taken ( 223).

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