Panasonic DMC-LC70PP - Manual (Page 13)

Preparation
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ª Ni-MH Battery (Nickel Metal Hydride)
The battery charger should only be used with the Ni-MH batteries. Do
not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries. Please be aware of
the following issues;
• If any oxidation or foreign substance is found on the battery contacts, the battery
may not be charged correctly. Battery contacts can be cleaned with a soft cloth or
ink eraser.
• Newly purchased rechargeable batteries or those which have not been used for a
long period of time may not reach full capacity after one charge. The overall
performance will increase after 2-3 discharge/charge cycles.
• Rechargeable batteries should be used to the point when the camera stops
working. They should be recharged as soon as possible. Premature charging can
cause “memory effect”, whereby the overall operating time can be decreased.
• Even during storage, rechargeable batteries will naturally discharge. We suggest
charging before each use.
• Once batteries have reached full charge, avoid over charging them.
• Do not peel off or damage the covered seal.
• Read the Operating Instructions for the battery charger.
Ni-MH batteries have a limited life. The battery power decreases gradually over
time. If available time seems much shorter, purchase new batteries.
• The battery’s life differs depending on the condition stored or used or environment.
ª Battery indicator
The remaining battery power is displayed on the LCD monitor. (This is not displayed
when using AC adaptor (optional, DMW-AC1).)
: The battery power is sufficient
: The remaining power is low
: There is little remaining power
(Blinks in red): Replace the batteries
When using new Ni-MH batteries, the battery indicator may not be
displayed correctly because of the characteristic of the batteries, not
because of a malfunction. If you repeatedly discharge and charge the
batteries fully, the battery indicator will be displayed correctly.
• The battery indicator may not be displayed correctly depending on the
temperature or other conditions. As a result, even if the battery indicator is not
empty, the power may be turned off. This is not a malfunction.
• Even if the battery power depletes when leaving them unused for a while, the
battery power may recover. However, they will not be usable, so replace them with
new ones once the battery power depletes.
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