Nikon D50 manual 119, Disconnecting the power source

a desiccant. Do not, however, store the	Turn the product off before removing or
camera case in a plastic bag, as this may	disconnecting the power source
cause the material to deteriorate. Note	Do not unplug the product or remove the
that desiccant gradually loses its capacity to	battery while the product is on, or while
absorb moisture and should be replaced at	images are being recorded or deleted. Forc-
regular intervals.	ibly cutting power to the product in these

•Do not store the camera with naphtha or circumstances could result in loss of data or camphor moth balls, close to equipment in damage to product memory or internal that produces strong magnetic fields, or in circuitry. To prevent an accidental inter-

areas subject to extremes of temperature,	ruption of power, avoid carrying the product
for example near a space heater or in a	from one location to another while the AC
closed vehicle on a hot day.	adapter is connected.
• To prevent mold or mildew, take the cam-	Batteries
era out of storage at least once a month.	• Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent
Turn the camera on and release the shut-
ter a few times before putting the camera	the camera from functioning.
	• When you turn the device on, check the
away again.	battery-level displayed in the control panel
• Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
	to determine whether the battery needs
Replace the terminal cover before putting
	to be recharged or replaced. The battery
the battery away.
	needs to be recharged or replaced when
Notes on the monitor	the battery-level indicator is flashing.

•The monitor may contain a few pixels • When taking photographs on important that are always lit or that do not light. occasions, ready a spare EN-EL3 battery

This is a characteristic common to all TFT	and keep it fully charged. Depending on
LCD monitors and does not indicate a	your location, you may find it difficult to
malfunction. Images recorded with the	purchase replacement batteries on short
product will not be affected.	notice.
• Images in the monitor may be difficult to	• On cold days, the capacity of batteries
see in a bright light.	tends to decrease. Be sure the battery is
• Do not apply pressure to the monitor; this	fully charged before taking photographs
could cause damage or malfunction. Dust	outside in cold weather. Keep a spare
or lint on the monitor can be removed	battery in a warm place and exchange the
with a blower. Stains can be removed	two as necessary. Once warmed, a cold
by rubbing the surface lightly with a soft	battery may recover some of its charge.
cloth or chamois leather.	• Should the battery terminals become dirty,
• Should the monitor break, care should be	wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth be-
taken to avoid injury due to broken glass	fore use.
and to prevent the liquid crystal from the	• After removing the battery from the cam-
monitor touching the skin or entering the	era, be sure to replace the terminal cover.
eyes or mouth.	• Used batteries are a valuable resource.
	Please recycle used batteries in accord
	with local regulations.

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