Using the Battery and Charger

Use the battery D-LI68 and battery charger D-BC68P exclusively developed for this camera.

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Charging the Battery

Getting

2 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

Started

1 Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.

Battery charger

 

Indicator lamp

 

AC plug cord

3 Face the A mark on the battery up, and insert it into the battery charger.

The indicator lamp is lit while charging and turns off when the battery is fully charged.

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uCaution

•Do not use the battery charger D-BC68P to charge batteries other than D-LI68. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating.

•Replace the battery with a new one in the following cases:

•If the indicator lamp blinks or does not light after the battery is inserted correctly

•If the battery starts to run down more quickly even after being charged (the battery may have reached the end of its service life)

tMemo

•The maximum charging time is approximately 115 minutes (it depends on temperature and remaining battery power). Charge in a location where the temperature is between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F).

Inserting/Removing the Battery

uCaution

•Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may not be removed.

•Wipe the electrodes of the battery with a soft dry cloth before inserting.

•Do not open the battery cover or remove the battery while the power is on.

•Be careful as the camera or battery may become hot when the camera is used continuously for a long period of time.

•Remove the battery when you will not use the camera for a long time. The battery may leak and damage the camera if left installed during prolonged periods of non-use. If the removed battery will not be used for six months or longer, charge the battery for about 30 minutes before storing it. Be sure to recharge the battery every six to twelve months.

•Store the battery in a location where the temperature will remain at or below room temperature. Avoid locations with high temperatures.