Ricoh RDC-I700 Operation Manual - Page 19

Tips Tips to Extend the Recording and Playback Times • The battery lives indicated on the previous page may decrease depending on the ambient environment. In an extremely cold environment, warming the battery by hand, for example, may allow you to take more pictures. • Increased use of the flash or zoom feature or the LCD monitor may speed up the exhaustion of the battery. Reduce their usage to a minimum. 1 • Copying or erasing images repeatedly may also accelerate the exhaustion of the battery. • Taking pictures with the LCD monitor display turned off will help to extend the life of the battery. Getting Started s Handling Precautions • Before using the battery, be sure to read the accompanying operation manual. • Use the specified battery. → P.137 "Accessories" • Wipe the terminals of the battery and the contacts of the camera with a dry cloth. • Continued use of the battery for long periods may cause the battery to become hot. Wait until it cools before removing it. • Store the battery charger and the battery separately except when charging. • Store the battery in the case provided. • When not using the camera for a long period of time, discharge the battery completely before removing it, and store it in a cool place. Before using the camera again, fully charge the battery. Note • If a power source is available nearby, you can economize on the battery by using an AC adapter (optional). → P.18 "Connecting an AC Adapter" • You are advised to have a spare battery available when powering the camera from the battery alone. • When the battery symbol appears on the LCD panel, it indicates that the battery voltage is low. Recharge the battery. → P.15 "Charging the Battery" 17