Nikon or D1x Camcorder User Manual


 
TUTORIAL—FIRST STEPS
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STEP 1
1
—Inserting a Battery
In this step, you will insert a battery and check the battery level. Your camera uses a
rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) power source, the EN-4 battery pack,
which is available from Nikon for separate purchase. Contact a Nikon-authorized
retailer or representative for information on purchasing EN-4 battery packs.
1
.1 Charge the battery pack
Charge the EN-4 before use for the first time.
To maximize shooting time, battery packs should
be fully charged before use. The EN-4 can be
charged in about ninety minutes using the
MH-16 Quick Charger (available separately).
1
.2 Insert the battery pack
Tu rn the camera off before inserting or removing the battery pack (A). Open
the battery pack latch (B) and insert the battery pack into the camera (C).
1
.3 Latch the battery pack
Removing Battery Packs
To remove the battery pack from the camera, unlatch the battery pack and slide it out. Do not
remove the battery without first turning the power off.
Battery Chargers for the EN-4
In addition to the MH-16, the EN-4 can be recharged using the MH-19 Multi Charger for F5, F100, D1-
series, D100, and E3/E3s cameras, the MH-17 Quick Charger (for use with vehicle cigarette lighters), the
MH-15 Quick Charger for F100 film cameras, and the EH-3 Quick Charger for E3/E3s digital cameras.
For more information on:
pg. 202 Optional accessories
A B C