23The Basics of Shooting and Playback3 Disconnect the charging AC adapter from the electricaloutlet and then disconnect the USB cable.B Notes About ChargingDo not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter otherthan Charging AC Adapter EH-71P, and do not use a commercially available USB-ACadapter or a battery charger for a mobile phone. Failure to observe this precautioncould result in overheating or in damage to the camera.C Turning On the Camera While the Battery is ChargingThe camera does not turn on while the charging AC adapter is connected to it evenwhen you press the power switch. Press and hold the c (playback) button to turnon the camera in playback mode and play back images. Shooting is not possible.C Charging Using a Computer or Battery Charger• You can also charge the battery by connecting the camera to a computer (A96,100).• You can use the Battery Charger MH-67P (available separately; E82) to chargethe battery without using the camera.The charge lamp DescriptionFlashes slowly(green) The battery is charging.OffWhen charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashinggreen and turns off.About 3 hours are required to charge a fully exhausted battery.Flashes quickly(green)• 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).• The USB cable or charging AC adapter is not properlyconnected, or there is a problem with the battery. Disconnectthe USB cable or unplug the charging AC adapter andcorrectly connect it again, or change the battery.
