User guide

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If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
Getting Ready
Turn the power on and get ready to shoot.
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• If the camera is already turned on, make sure it is turned off before inserting or
removing the battery.
• For information on how to turn the camera off, see P.32.
Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery (sold
separately)
This is a lithium-ion battery. It is economical
because you can recharge it using the battery
charger and use it over and over again.
The rechargeable lithium-ion battery needs to be charged before
use. The battery is not charged at the time of purchase.
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You can also use the following types of batteries.
• AAA Alkaline Batteries (available in stores)
These batteries are easily obtainable. However, in a low-temperature environment,
the storage capacity of shots will decrease. Warm the batteries before use. It is
recommended that you use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery when using the
camera for a long time.
• AAA Oxyride Batteries (available in stores)
These are not rechargeable batteries, but they can be used longer in a digital camera
than AAA alkaline batteries.
• AAA Nickel-metal Hydride Batteries (available in stores)
These batteries are economical because you can recharge and reuse them over and
over again. For charging the batteries, please use a battery charger that is
compatible with the batteries.
About the Battery