17Preparation 1 Charge the BatteryThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackUnderstanding CHARGE LampB Notes on Battery Charger• Be sure to read and follow the warnings of “For Your Safety” (Avi) thoroughly before using theBattery Charger.• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for “The Battery Charger” (F11) thoroughly before usingthe battery.B Notes on Battery• Be sure to read and follow the warnings of “For Your Safety” (Avi) thoroughly before using thebattery.• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for “The Battery” (F10) thoroughly before using thebattery.C AC Power Supply• If the AC Adapter EH-5b and the Power Connector EP-5A (available separately) (E103) are used,power is supplied to the camera from an electrical outlet, enabling taking and playing backpictures.• Do not, under any circumstances, use an AC Adapter other than the EH-5b or a Power Connectorother than the EP-5A. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or damage tothe camera.Status DescriptionFlashes The battery is charging.On The battery is fully charged.Flashes quickly• The battery is set incorrectly. Disconnect the BatteryCharger from the electrical outlet, remove the battery, andthen reset the battery to lie flat in the Battery Charger.• The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Chargethe battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to35°C (41°F to 95°F).• There is a problem with the battery. Immediatelydisconnect the Battery Charger from the electrical outlet,and stop charging. Take the battery and Battery Charger toyour retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.
