Preparation 2 Charging the Battery

Understanding the Charge Lamp

Charge lamp

Description

Blinks slowly

Battery charging.

(green)

 

Off

Battery not charging. When charging is complete, the charge lamp

stops blinking green and turns off.

 

 

• The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the

 

battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to

 

95°F).

Flickers (green)

• The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly connected, or

 

there is a problem with the battery. Disconnect the USB cable or

 

unplug the Charging AC Adapter and correctly connect it again, or

 

change the battery.

 

 

Playback and Shooting for Steps Basic

BNote on Charging AC Adapter

Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the Charging AC Adapter on page vii and the section, “Charging AC Adapter Information” (F3) before use.

CCharging Using Computer or Battery Charger

•Connecting the COOLPIX S1200pj to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (A72, E73).

•Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 can also be charged using the Battery Charger MH-65 (available separately; E81).

CAC Power Supply

•If the AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately; E81) is used, power is supplied to the camera from an electrical outlet and taking pictures and playing back pictures are available with this camera.

•Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than the EH-

62F. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

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