8First StepsFirst StepsCharging the BatteryThe camera uses a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL5 lithium-ion battery (supplied).Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low.1 Connect the power cableConnect the power cable to the supplied MH-61 battery charger ( )and insert the wall plug into a power outlet ( ). The CHARGE lampwill light to show that the charger is on ( ).2 Charge the batteryRemove the terminal cover from EN-EL5and insert the battery into the MH-61,making sure that the small projection onthe battery is inserted into the matchingpit on the charger.About two hours are required to charge afully depleted battery.CHARGElamp DescriptionBlinks Battery charging.On Battery fully charged.Flickers Battery error. If ambient temper-ature is not 5–35 °C (41–95 °F),wait until temperature is in thisrange before charging. Other-wise unplug charger andremove battery immediately andtake both devices to retailer orNikon-authorized service repre-sentative.CHARGE lamp starts blinkingwhen battery is inserted.Charging is complete whenlamp stops blinking.
