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Getting Ready
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The information above is a guide for photography mode. Depending on the camera mode and the type of batteries
used, the transition from “
C” to “V” may occur more quickly.
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Due to the nature of the battery, the battery low warning may appear early when the camera is used in cold
locations. This is normal. Try warming the batteries in your pocket or a similar location before use.
✽ Battery level warning
1) The camera’s estimation of the remaining battery charge varies greatly depending on the camera operation mode.
Consequently, even if “
C” or “V” is not displayed in Playback mode, one of them may appear when you change
to Photography mode.
2) Depending on the battery type and the level of charge in the batteries, the camera may run out of power without first
displaying a battery level warning. This is particularly to happen when batteries that have run out of charge once are
re-used.
In situation 2), immediately load new or fully charged replacement batteries.
Turn the camera on and check the battery charge.
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Close the battery cover.
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How to replace the xD-Picture Card
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Pull out the xD-Picture Card, taking care that the
batteries do not fall out.
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If the xD-Picture Card is difficult to remove, take out the
batteries first.
Checking the battery charge
“C” appears as a small icon on the right-hand
side of the LCD monitor. “V” appears as a large
icon on the LCD monitor.
1There is ample battery charge.
2There is insufficient charge left in the batteries.
The batteries will soon run out. Have a new set
of batteries ready.
3The batteries are depleted. The display will
shortly go blank and the camera will stop
working. Replace or recharge the batteries.
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Power save function
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When this function is active, it turns off the LCD monitor to reduce power consumption if the camera is not
used for 30 seconds (➡P.50). If the camera is then left unused for 2 minutes or 5 minutes, the Power save
function turns the camera off. To restore power to the camera to take pictures, briefly close and then re-
open the lens cover. To play back images, hold down the “Playback” button for approx. 1 seconds.
