Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun: Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light source for an extended period. Intense light may cause the image sensor to deteriorate or produce a white blur effect in photographs.

Moiré: Moiré is an interference pattern created by the interaction of an image containing a regular, repeating grid, such as the pattern of weave in cloth or windows in a building, with the camera image sensor grid. In some cases, it may appear in the form of lines. If you notice moiré in your photographs, try changing the distance to the subject, zooming in and out, or changing the angle between the subject and the camera.

Lines: Noise in the form of lines may in rare cases appear in pictures of extremely bright or backlit sub- jects.

Batteries: Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries:

•Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment.•Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat.•Keep the battery terminals clean.•Turn the product off before replacing the battery.

•Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40 °C (104 °F); failure to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance. Capacity may be reduced and charging times may increase at battery temperatures from 0°C (32 °F) to 10 °C (50 °F) and from 45 °C (113°F) to 60°C (140 °F); the battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0°C (32°F) or above 60°C (140°F).

•Remove the battery from the camera or charger when not in use and replace the terminal cover. These devices draw minute amounts of charge even when off and could draw the battery down to the point that it will no longer function. If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and run it flat before removing it and storing it in a

location with an ambient temperature of 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to n 77 °F; avoid hot or extremely cold locations). Repeat this process at least once every six months.

•Turning the camera on and off repeatedly when the battery is fully discharged will shorten bat- tery life. Batteries that have been fully discharged must be charged before use.

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