Sony A900 - Manual (Page 19)

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To check the remaining battery level
Set the power switch to ON and check the level on the LCD monitor. The
level is indicated with the percent figures, in addition to the following
indicators.
What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has
functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with
your camera. Using the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack, the remaining
battery time in percent figures is displayed according to the operating
conditions of your camera.
Notes
• The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances.
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.
• Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct
sunlight.
Available battery packs
Use only an NP-FM500H battery pack. Note that the NP-FM55H, NP-
FM50 and NP-FM30 cannot be used.
The number of images that can be recorded
The approximate number of images that can be recorded is 880 when you
use the camera with the battery pack at full capacity.
Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on
the conditions of use, the attached lens, or the memory card.
• The number is calculated with a battery pack at full capacity and in the
following situation:
– At an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
– [Quality] is set to [Fine].
– Focus mode is set to AF-A (Automatic AF).
– Shooting once every 30 seconds.
– The power turns on and off once every ten times.
Battery level
“Battery
exhausted”
High Low
You cannot shoot
any more pictures.