Pentax Optio S - Manual (Page 9)

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Caution
Installing the Battery
Install the battery provided. When using the camera for the first
time, charge the battery before installing.
z
Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by
the arrow and flip the cover open.
x
Insert the battery with ̆ symbol facing toward the LCD
monitor while using the side of the battery to press the
battery lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.
c
Close the battery/card cover.
To remove the battery, release the battery by using your finger
to press the battery lock lever in the same direction as when
you inserted the battery, and pull the battery out.
If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use
of the AC adapter D-AC8 (optional) is recommended. (
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p.15)
• Do not remove the battery when the camera is turned on.
• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time,
remove the battery.
• If the camera is left without the battery for a long time, the
date setting will be reset.
• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is incorrectly ori-
ented, it may cause malfunction.
• Do not twist the battery/card cover more than is necessary
when it is open. Doing so may damage the cover.
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Battery/Card cover
Battery
Battery
lock lever
z
x
Caution
Powering the Camera
Charging the Battery
When using the camera for the first time or when the [Battery
depleted.] message is displayed, charge the battery.
z
Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.
x
Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
c
Place the battery in the charger so that the PENTAX name is
visible.
The charging indicator lights red while the battery is charging
and changes to green when charging is completed.
v
When charging is completed, remove the battery from the
battery charger.
• The time required for full charge is about 100 minutes maximum.
The appropriate ambient temperature range for charging the
battery is 0°C-40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• The charging time may vary depending on the ambient tempera-
ture and charging conditions.
• When the battery reaches the end of its service life, the time
that the camera can be operated becomes shorter even when
the battery is fully charged. In this event, replace the battery.
• Always charge the battery after purchasing or when it has
not been used for a long time.
• Do not use the battery charger D-BC8 to charge the battery
other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI8, as the
charger may overheat or be damaged.
• If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator fails
to light, the battery may be faulty. Replace with a new battery.
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Charging
indicator Battery
AC plug cord
To power outlet
Battery charger
z
x
c
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