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Preparation 2 Charge the Battery
The Basics of Shooting and Playback
The Charge Lamp
B Notes About the Charging AC Adapter
Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P on page vii and in
“Charging AC Adapter” (F4) before use.
C Charging Using a Computer or Battery Charger
• You can also charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 by connecting the camera to a
computer (A81, E80).
• You can use the Battery Charger MH-65 (available separately; E91) to charge the EN-EL12
without using the camera.
C Notes About an AC Power Source
• You can use the AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately; E91) to supply power to the camera
from an electrical outlet for taking pictures and playing back images.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than the EH-62F.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
Status Description
Flashes slowly
(green)
The battery is charging.
Off
The battery is not charging. When charging is complete, the charge
lamp stops flashing green and turns off.
Flashes quickly
(green)
• The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the
battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F
to 95°F).
• The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly connected,
or there is a problem with the battery. Disconnect the USB cable
or unplug the Charging AC Adapter and correctly connect it
again, or change the battery.