9Preparations
Turning the camera on
Open the slide cover.
Once you open the cover in the direction of the arrow, the
camera is turned on, the built-in flash pops up, and the lens
protrudes.
If the camera is not operated for more than 3 minutes, the
lens automatically retracts to the
(wide-angle) position.
Slide the cover until it clicks.
To prevent battery drain, close the slide cover (the camera
is turned off) and press down the flash unit when the
camera is not in use.
Checking the battery power
Check for the Low Battery Power
indicator ( ) on the LCD panel.
If battery power is sufficient, “ ” is not indicated.
If “ ” is blinking, or all the indicators on the LCD panel do
not appear, the battery is exhausted. Replace it with a new one.
Always check the battery condition before shooting.
It is recommended to carry spare batteries with you.
The batteries may be difficult to obtain in some areas.