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Technical Notes and Index
Batteries
Be sure to read and follow the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-xi) before use.
B Notes About Using Batteries
• Used batteries may overheat. Handle with caution.
• Do not use batteries beyond their recommended expiration date.
• Do not turn the camera on and off repeatedly if discharged batteries are inserted in the camera.
B Spare Batteries
We recommend carrying spare batteries depending on where you are shooting. It may be difficult to
purchase batteries in certain areas.
B Charging Batteries
If using optional rechargeable batteries, charge the batteries before taking pictures. Batteries are not
charged at the time of purchase.
Be sure to read and follow the warnings noted in the operating instructions included with the
battery charger.
B Charging Rechargeable Batteries
• Do not mix batteries with different amounts of charge remaining, or batteries of a different make
or model.
• When using EN-MH2 batteries with this camera, charge two batteries at a time using Battery
Charger MH-72. When using Battery Charger MH-73, charge two or four batteries at a time. Use
only Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73 to charge EN-MH2 batteries.
• When using Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73, only charge EN-MH2 batteries.
B Notes About EN-MH1 Rechargeable Batteries and Battery Charger MH-70/71
• You can also use EN-MH1 Ni-MH rechargeable batteries with this camera.
• Use only Battery Charger MH-70 or MH-71 to charge EN-MH1 batteries.
• When using Battery Charger MH-70 or MH-71, only charge EN-MH1 batteries.
• Set the Battery type setting (A 24, E74) in the setup menu to COOLPIX (Ni-MH).