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• yor Fmay appear even when the battery level is sufficient if the camera is used at low temperatures or when performing continuous shooting for a long period of time.

Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries at hand and keep them warm in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature.

Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold climates, or taking a lot of pictures.

Using the AC Adapter (Optional)

We recommend the use of the AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the camera to a computer or AV device.

The AC Adapter Kit K-AC115 includes AC Adapter D-AC115, DC Coupler D- DC115, and AC plug cord.

1 Make sure that the camera is turned off.

2 Open the battery cover.

Refer to Step 1 on p.39.

Remove the battery if it is inserted in the camera.

3 Pull down the connection cable

cover (1) on the bottom side of

 

the battery chamber, and insert

 

the DC coupler into the battery

 

chamber.

2

 

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Pentax 12195, 12161 specifications Using the AC Adapter Optional