10 ENCharging the batteryThe included battery charger (AC cable typeor plug-in type) differs depending on theregion where you purchased the camera.If you received a plug-in type batterycharger, plug it directly into an AC outlet.Example: AC cable type batterychargerBattery comes partially charged. Beforeuse, be sure to charge the battery until thecharging indicator goes off (for approx. 2hours).If the charging indicator does not light orit blinks, the battery may not be insertedcorrectly or the battery or the charger maybe broken.For details of the battery and the charger,see “Battery and charger” (p. 52).When to charge the batteryCharge the battery when the error messageshown below appears.Attaching the camera strapPull the strap tight so that it does not comeloose.Preparing the CameraBATTERY EMPTYMonitor top right Error messageFlashes in red123AC cableAC outletLithium ion batteryCharging indicatorLights: ChargingOff: ChargedBattery charger