258Preventing MalfunctionsCameraAvoid Strong Magnetic Fieldsz Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors orother equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields.Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corruptimage data.Avoid Condensation Related Problemsz When moving the equipment rapidly from cold to hottemperatures, you can avoid condensation by placing theequipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting itadjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it fromthe bag.If condensation forms on the camera, remove the memory card andbatteries, and set the camera aside in room temperature to allow thecondensation to naturally evaporate before using the camera again.Batteryz This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-sizeNiMH batteries (sold separately).While it is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries,performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.z Since the performance of alkaline batteries may differaccording to brand, the operating time of the batteries youpurchase may not be as long as the batteries that came withthe camera.z When using the camera under low temperature conditions orover long periods, you are recommend to use Canon AA-sizeNiMH batteries (sold separately).Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures whenalkaline batteries are used. Also due to their specifications, alkalinebatteries may expire faster than NiMH batteries.
