1 GettingStarted

• Do not use the supplied battery charger (D-BC88) to charge batteries other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI88, as the battery charger may overheat or be damaged.

The battery has reached the end of its service life when it starts to run down soon after being charged. Replace with a new battery.

If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator fails to light, the battery may be faulty. Replace with a new battery.

The time required to fully charge the battery is about 120 minutes (max.). (The charging time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and charging conditions.) The appropriate ambient temperature for charging the battery is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

Installing the Battery

Use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI88 that is provided with the camera. Charge the battery before using it in the camera for the first time.

Battery/

Card cover

Battery

Battery lock lever

1 Open the battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover toward the lens (1).

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