Pentax A40 Operation Manual - Page 20

Getting Started • Do not use the battery charger D-BC8 to charge batteries other than D-LI8 rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, as the charger may overheat or be damaged. • If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator fails to 1 light, the battery may be faulty. Replace it with a new battery. • Storing the battery with full charge may cause battery performance to deteriorate. Do not store batteries especially in places of high temperature. When the battery is left within the camera for a long time, small amount of electrical current will flow and cause the battery to over- discharge. This causes battery life to become short. • Approximate Operating Time (when the D-LI8 battery is fully charged) Number of recordable images: Approx. 180 (at 23°C with the LCD monitor on and the flash used for 50% of shots)*1 Playback time : Approx. 200 min.*2 Movie recording time : Approx. 70 min.*2 Sound recording time : Approx. 180 min.*2 *1 The number of recordable images is based on CIPA standard measurement and may vary depending on capture mode and shooting conditions. *2 Measured based on PENTAX standard and may vary depending on the condition of use. • In general, battery performance temporarily deteriorates as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in a cold environment, keep it warm by putting it in your pocket or inside your coat. Battery performance that has deteriorated due to low temperature will be restored when the battery is returned to room temperature. • Be sure to take a spare battery with you when traveling abroad or to a cold region, or if you intend to take a lot of pictures. 18