z Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge, even when they arenot used. Charge the battery pack on (or immediately before) the dayof use. Inserting/Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Cardz If you insert the battery pack facing the wrong way, it cannot be lockedinto the correct position. Always confirm that the battery pack is facingthe right way and locks when inserted.z Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device,you should format the card with this camera.z Recording is not possible on memory cards with a write-protect switchwhen the switch is in the locked position. Slide the switch to unlock it. Setting the Date, Time, Time Zone, and Languagez Set the current date, time, and zone correctly if the [Date/Time/Zone]screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information youspecify this way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, andit is used when you manage images by shooting date or print imagesshowing the date.z To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), set [ ] to [ ] on the [Date/Time/Zone] screen.z If the date/time/zone settings have been cleared, set them againcorrectly.z Holding the Cameraz If you have raised the flash, do not rest your fingers on it.231
