- 9 -About the batteries● The number of recordable pictures, recording time, and playback time vary, dependingon the storage and operating conditions of the batteries and the brand and type ofbatteries.● We recommend turning off the camera frequently between recording sessions to makethe batteries last longer. If you will be using the camera for long periods of time, the useof rechargeable Ni-MH batteries is recommended.● If the available battery power is significantly reduced even when fully charged Ni-MHbatteries are used, the batteries have reached the end of their life. Please purchasenew batteries.● Do not use a damaged or dented battery (especially connectors), e.g. by dropping (cancause faults).Please note that the performance of alkaline batteries significantly decreases in lowtemperature conditions.(When the temperature is 0 °C (32 °F))Supplied batteries oroptional Panasonic alkalinebatteriesFully-charged Panasonic Ni-MHbatteries (optional, when thebattery capacity is 1950 mAh)Number of recordable pictures Approx. 50 pictures Approx. 240 picturesRecording time Approx. 25 min. Approx. 120 min.Playback time Approx. 200 min. Approx. 500 min.