Nikon D100 Product Manual - Page 28

Introduction-First Steps 2First Steps Step 2-Insert the Battery Your camera is powered by a single rechargeable Nikon EN-EL3 lithium-ion battery (provided). 2.1 Charge the battery The EN-EL3 battery supplied with your camera is not fully charged at shipment. To maximize shooting time, batteries should be fully charged before use. The battery will recharge in about two hours when inserted in the MH-18 quick charger provided with your camera; instructions for use may be found in the documentation provided with the charger. 2.2 Turn the camera off Turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries. 2.3 Open the battery-chamber cover Slide the battery-chamber cover latch to the open position ( ; a) and open the batterychamber cover (b). 2.4 Insert the battery pack Insert a fully charged battery with the contacts oriented as shown at right. b a 2.5 Close the battery-chamber cover To prevent the battery from being dislodged during operation, be sure the cover is securely latched. 16