Pentax *ist IST DS - Manual (Page 27)

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Inserting the Batteries
Insert batteries into the camera. Use two CR-V3 or four AA Ni-MH
batteries, AA lithium batteries, or AA alkaline batteries.
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Push and hold the battery
cover unlock lever as shown in
the illustration (
), and slide
the battery cover toward the
lens (
), and then flip open.
2
Insert the batteries according
to the +/– indicators in the
battery chamber.
• CR-V3, AA lithium batteries and AA alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries while the power is on.
• Remove the batteries when you will not use the camera for a long while. The
battery may leak.
• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries
after a long while, follow the procedure for “Setting the Date and Time”. (p.35)
• Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted incorrectly may cause a camera
breakdown.
• Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery type, brands or
an old battery with a new one.
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