Nikon COOLPIX B500 Reference Manual - English - Page 172

Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Cause/Solution A • Wait for recording to end. • If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the The camera is on battery or batteries or, if you are using an AC adapter, but does not disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter. - respond. Note that although any data currently being recorded will be lost, data that have already been recorded will not be affected by removing or disconnecting the power source. The camera cannot be turned on. The batteries are exhausted. 11, 150 • The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto 23 off function). The camera turns • The camera and batteries may not work properly at low 150 off without temperatures. warning. • The inside of the camera has become hot. Leave the - camera off until the inside of the camera has cooled, and then try turning it on again. The monitor is blank. • The camera is off. 14 • The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto 23 off function). • The flash lamp flashes while the flash is charging. Wait - until charging is complete. • The camera is connected to a TV or computer. - • The camera is shooting in Multiple exp. Lighten scene - mode. The camera becomes hot. The camera may become hot when used for an extended period of time such as to shoot movies, or when used in a - hot environment; this is not a malfunction. The monitor is hard to see. • The surroundings are too bright. - Move to a darker place. • Adjust the screen brightness. - 133 156 Technical Notes Troubleshooting