FujiFilm F450 - Manual (Page 45)

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Using Your Camera Correctly
e Read this information and the “Safety Notes” ( ➡P.98), to make sure you use your camera
correctly.
■ Places to Avoid
Do not store or use the camera in the following types of
locations:
h In the rain or in very humid, dirty or dusty places.
h In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme
temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer.
h Extremely cold places.
h Places with strong vibration.
h Places with smoke or steam.
h Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near
motors, transformers or magnets).
h In contact with chemicals such as pesticides
h Next to rubber or vinyl products
■ Damaged by Water or sand
The FinePix F450 can be damaged on the inside and
outside by water and sand. When you are at the beach or
close to water, make sure that the camera is not damaged
by water or sand. Take care not to place the camera on a
wet surface.
■ Damaged by Condensation
If the camera is carried from a cold location into a warm
place, water droplets (condensation) may form on the
inside of the camera or on the lens. When this occurs, turn
the camera off and wait an hour before using the camera.
Condensation may also form on the xD-Picture card. In
this event, remove the xD-Picture card and wait a short
time.
■ When the Camera is Not Used or is
stored Periods of Time
If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of
time, remove the battery and the xD-Picture card.
■ Cleaning Your Camera
h Use a blower brush to brush away any dust on the lens,
LCD monitor, viewfinder and then gently wipe the camera
with a soft, dry cloth. If any soil remains, apply a small
amount of lens cleaning liquid to a piece of FUJIFILM lens
cleaning paper and wipe gently.
h Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD monitor
or viewfinder.
h Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry cloth. Do not
use volatile substances or cleaning products these items
can cause damage.
■ Using the Camera When Traveling
When traveling overseas, do not place your camera in the
check-in baggage. Baggage can be subjected violent
shocks, and the camera may be damaged inside or
outside.
Notes on the Power Supply
This camera uses the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
NP-30. Note the points below when using the rechargeable
battery. Take particular care to read the Safety Notes to
make sure that you use the battery correctly.
✽ When shipped, the NP-30 is not fully charged. Always
charge the NP-30 before using it.
h When carrying the NP-30,
install it in a digital camera or
keep it in the hard case.
h When storing the NP-30,
place it inside the special
hard case provided.
■ Battery Features
h The NP-30 gradually loses its charge even when not
used. Use a NP-30 that has been charged recently (in
the last day or two) to take pictures.
h To maximize the life of the NP-30, turn the camera off as
quickly as possible when it is not being used.
h The number of available frames will be lower in cold
locations or at low temperatures. Take along a spare
fully charged NP-30.
You can also increase the amount of power produced by
putting the NP-30 in your pocket or another warm place
to heat it and then loading it into the camera just before
you take a picture.
If you are using a heating pad, take care not to place the
NP-30 directly against the pad. The camera may not
operate if you use a depleted NP-30 in cold conditions.
■ Charging the Battery
h You can charge the battery using the camera and the AC
power adapter (included).
i The NP-30 can be charged at ambient temperatures
between 0°C and +40°C (+32°F and +104°F). At an
ambient temperature of +23°C (+73°F), it takes
approximately 2 hours to charge a fully depleted
NP-30 battery.
i You should charge the NP-30 at an ambient
temperature between +10°C and +35°C (+50°F and
+95°F). If you charge the NP-30 at a temperature
outside this range, charging takes longer because the
performance of the NP-30 is impaired.
i You cannot charge the NP-30 at temperatures of 0°C
(+32°F) or below.
h The NP-30 does not need to be fully discharged or
exhausted flat before being charged.
h The NP-30 may feel warm after it has been charged or
immediately after being used. This is perfectly normal.
h Do not recharge a fully charged NP-30.
■ Battery Life
At normal temperatures, the NP-30 can be used at least
300 times.
If the time for which the NP-30 provides power shortens
markedly, this indicates that the NP-30 has reached the
end of its effective life and should be replaced.
The Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery NP-30 is both
compact and capable of storing large quantities of
power. However, if it is stored for long periods while
charged, the performance of the battery can be impaired.
h If the battery will not be used for some time, run the
battery out before storing it.
h If you do not intend to use the camera for a long
period of time, remove the batteries from the camera.
h Place the battery pack inside the hard case and
store in a cool place.
✽ The battery should be stored in a dry location with
an ambient temperature between +15°C and +25°C
(+59°F and +77°F).
✽ Do not leave the battery in hot or extremely cold
places.
Notes on the Battery (NP-30)
battery
(NP-30)
Hard case
Notes on storage
■ Handling the Battery
To avoid injury or damage, observe the following:
h Do not carry or store battery with metal objects such as
necklaces or hairpins.
h Do not heat the battery or throw it into a fire.
h Do not attempt to take apart or change the battery.
h Do not recharge the battery with chargers other those
specified.
h Dispose of used battery promptly.
To avoid damaging the battery or shortening its
life, observe the following:
h Do not drop the battery or otherwise subject it to strong
impacts.
h Do not expose the battery to water.
To make sure that you obtain optimum battery
performance, observe the following:
h Always keep the battery terminals clean.
h Do not store battery in warm or humid places. Storing the
battery for long periods in a hot location can shorten the
battery life.
If you use the battery for a long period, the camera
body and the battery itself will become warm. This is
normal. Use the AC power adapter supplied with the
camera if you are taking pictures or viewing images for
a long period of time.
■ Specifications of the included NP-30
Nominal voltage DC 3.7V
Nominal capacity 565 mAh
Operating temperature 0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F)
Dimensions 27.5 mm × 38.0 mm × 6.7 mm
(1.08 in. × 1.49 in. × 0.26 in.)
(W × H × D)
Mass (Weight) Approx. 14 g (0.5 oz.)
Always use the AC Power Adapter AC-5VW with the
camera. The use of an AC Power adapter other than AC-
5VW can cause damage to your digital camera.
h Use the AC Power Adapter for indoor use only.
h Plug the connection cord plug securely into the DC input
terminal of the FUJIFILM Digital camera.
h Turn off the FUJIFILM Digital camera before disconnecting
the cord from the FUJIFILM Digital camera’s DC input
terminal. To disconnect, pull out the plug gently. Do not
pull on the cord.
h Do not use the AC power adapter with any device other
than your camera.
h During use, the AC power adapter will become hot to the
touch, but this is normal.
h Do not take apart the AC power adapter. Doing so could
be dangerous.
h Do not use the AC power adapter in a place with hot
humid place.
h Do not subject the AC power adapter to strong shocks.
h The AC power adapter may emit a humming. But this is
normal.
h If used near a radio, the AC power adapter may cause
static. If this happens, move the camera away from the
radio.
✽ Very occasionally, DC output will be prevented by the
operation of the internal protection circuit. In this event,
unplug the AC power adapter AC-5VW from the power
socket for a few moments and then plug it in again. This
will restore DC output.
■ Specifications (AC-5VW)
Power Supply AC 100V to 240V,50/60Hz
Rated Input Capacity 13W(U.S.A.and Canada)
0.08A to 0.2A(other countries)
Rated Output DC 5.0V 1.5A
Temperature During Use 0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F)
Storage Temperature –10°C to +70°C
(+14°F to +158°F)
Dimensions (MAX.) 40 mm × 21 mm × 79 mm
(1.6 in. × 0.8 in. × 3.1 in.)
(W × H × D)
Mass (Weight) Approx. 110 g (3.9 oz.)
(excluding power cord)
AC Power Adapter
WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the AC power adapter to rain or moisture.
The AC power adapter should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the AC power adapter.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
hRead these instructions.
hKeep these instructions.
hHeed all warnings.
hFollow all instructions.
hDo not use this apparatus near water.
hClean only with dry cloth.
hDo not block any ventilation openings,
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
hDo not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
hProtect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptables, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
hOnly use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
hUnplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
hRefer all servicing to qualified service
personal.
Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.