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Preparation 1 Charge the Battery
The Basics of Shooting and Playback
Understanding CHARGE Lamp
B Notes on Battery Charger
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings of “For Your Safety” (Avi) thoroughly before using the
Battery Charger.
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for “The Battery Charger” (F4) thoroughly before using
the battery.
B Notes on Battery
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings of “For Your Safety” (Avi) thoroughly before using the
battery.
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for “The Battery” (F3) thoroughly before using the battery.
C AC Power Supply
• If the AC Adapter EH-5b and the Power Connector EP-5A (available separately) (E103) are used,
power is supplied to the camera from an electrical outlet, enabling taking and playing back
pictures.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use an AC Adapter other than the EH-5b or a Power Connector
other than the EP-5A. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage
to the camera.
Status Description
Blinks Battery charging.
On Battery fully charged.
Flickers
• The battery is set incorrectly. Disconnect the Battery
Charger from the electrical outlet, remove the battery, and
then reset the battery to lie flat in the Battery Charger.
• Operating temperature range exceeded. Charge the
battery indoors while the ambient temperature is 5°C to
35°C (41°F to 95°F).
• The battery is faulty. Immediately disconnect the Battery
Charger from the electrical outlet, and stop charging. Take
the battery and Battery Charger to your retailer or Nikon-
authorized service representative.