First Steps
7
Charging the Battery
C Cautions: Caring for the Battery
• The only types of batteries you can use are NP-45A
(supplied) and NP-45 (optional).
• Use only the camera to charge NP-45A. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in product
malfunction.
• Do not affix stickers or other objects to the battery.
Failure to observe this precaution could make it
impossible to remove the battery from the camera.
• Do not short the battery terminals. The battery
could overheat.
• Do not remove the labels from the battery or
attempt to split or peel the outer casing.
• The battery gradually loses its charge when not in
use. Charge the battery one or two days before use.
• Read the supplied documentation for additional
cautions concerning battery use.
C Caution: Battery Life
A noticeable decrease in the length of time the
battery will hold a charge indicates that it has reached
the end of its service life and should be replaced.
C Cautions: Charging the Battery
• Remove dirt from the battery terminals with a clean,
dry cloth. Failure to observe this precaution could
prevent the battery from charging.
• Charging times increase at low temperatures.