EN-18PREPARING THE CAMERAInstalling the BatteriesYou can use 2 AA size batteries (Ni-MH rechargeable or alkaline) to power the camera. Make sure thatthe power of the digital camera is off before inserting or removing the batteries.1. Make sure the camera is turned off.2. Open the battery cover.3. Insert the batteries in the correct orientation as shown in theillustration.4. Close the battery cover. To remove the batteries, turn the camera off before removingbatteries and hold the camera with the battery cover facingupward, then open the battery cover.• Be careful not to drop the batteries when opening or closing the battery cover.• Due to the characteristics of AA alkaline battery, camera performance may deteriorate. AA alkalinebattery is not recommended except in emergencies and checking the camera's functionality.