Connecting to a Power Source
INFORMATION
Important information about battery usage.
When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.
Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the camera.
Low temperatures (below 0˚C) can affect the performance of the battery and you may experience reduced battery life.
Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.
During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm. This is perfectly normal.
When you use earphones, do not remove the battery while the camera is turning on. It may generate a loud noise.
You can charge the rechargeable battery
When the
Using an AC cable
: Connect the AC adapter to the USB cable. It can be used as a power cable.
Using a USB cable
: Remove the AC adapter
You can download stored images to your PC (p.113) or supply the power to your camera through the USB cable.
CAUTION
Important information about USB cable usage.
Use a USB cable
If the camera and other devices are connected to the PC at the same time : remove other device.
If the USB cable is connected to a port located on the front of the PC : remove the cable and connect it to a port located on the back of the PC. If the USB port of the PC doesn't meet the Power output standard (5V, 500mA), the camera may not be charged.
How to charge the rechargeable battery
Charging LED
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