Nikon COOLPIX 5000 Instruction Manual - Page 53

Tutorial-First Steps Step 4-Check the Battery Level Before using the camera, check the battery level in the control panel or monitor to make sure that the battery is charged. 4.1 Turn the camera on 4.2 Check the battery level in the control panel or monitor The battery level is shown by the battery level indicator in the control panel. A battery level indicator also appears in the monitor when the battery is running low. A icon in the control panel indicates that the battery is fully charged. A icon in the control panel or monitor indicates that the battery is running low. Recharge or replace the battery without delay. A flashing icon in the control panel or monitor indicates that the battery is ex- hausted. No photographs can be taken un- til the battery has been recharged and/or re- placed. Before Turning the Camera On If you turn the camera on with the lens cap in place, an error message will appear in the monitor. To clear the message from the screen, turn the camera off and remove the lens cap. 39