10First StepsFirst StepsInserting the BatteryThe camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL8 Li-ion battery (supplied).1 Turn the camera offIf the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switchto turn the camera off.2 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slotcover3 Insert the batteryThe orange battery latch is pushed aside as thebattery is inserted. The battery is fully insertedwhen the latch clicks back into place.Inserting the BatteryInserting the battery upside down or backwards coulddamage the camera. Check to be sure the battery is inthe correct orientation.4 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slotcoverBatteriesRead and follow the warnings and cautions on pages ii–iii and 79 of this manual.Removing the BatteryTurn the camera off before removing or inserting batteries. Toeject the battery, open the battery-chamber/memory cardslot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown.The battery can then be removed by hand. Note that the bat-tery may become hot during use; observe due caution whenremoving the battery.
