Checking the batteries – Olympus C-200 Zoom EN User Manual

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Checking the Batteries

When the monitor is turned on, it displays the estimated remaining
battery life.
After opening the lens barrier and turning on the power (shooting
mode), the monitor will automatically illuminate, display information, and
then go off after a short time.

lights (and turns off automatically).
The batteries are OK and have enough power to take pictures.

blinks and other indicators on the monitor are displayed
normally.
The batteries are low. It is still possible to take pictures, but the power
may cut off while doing so. Replace the batteries.

The monitor will go out and
the green and orange lamps
next to the viewfinder will
illuminate simultaneously.
The batteries are dead. Replace
the batteries.

To recheck the batteries

Display the shooting menu first (p.72). When the shooting menu is
turned off, the remaining battery life will be displayed.

CAUTION

• Keep spare batteries on hand when taking the camera on long trips, when

using it to record important occasions, and during cold weather.

• If the battery is low, the camera may beep continuously after taking a

picture or turning the power on, and the frame number on the monitor may
blink. If this happens after taking a picture, the camera may not be taking
pictures properly. Replace the batteries before continuing to take pictures.

• Note that depending on the type of batteries being used, the timing of the

display may vary. When using NiMH batteries,

will appear

more quickly than when using a lithium battery pack. Depending on the
conditions of use,

may appear very early but the camera will still

continue to function normally for a longer time.

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Orange lamp

Green lamp

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