SIGMA SD14 - Manual (Page 23)

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CHECKING THE BATTERY STATUS
When “D”-dial is set to drive area (p.14), the battery icon, which shows the
capacity of the battery, is shown on the top LCD panel. Explanations of the
symbols are given as follows.
POWER SAVING
To conserve the battery, the camera has several power-saving features. After
six seconds of non-operation certain camera systems automatically shut down:
the shutter speed and aperture value disappear from the top LCD panel, the
display in the viewfinder turns off, and some buttons no longer work (however, it
is still be possible to review images or change menu settings on the color LCD
monitor). Press the shutter button halfway to reactivate the camera. To prevent
the shutter from being accidentally released, turn the D-dial to the
position
whenever the camera is not in use.
Additionally, if the color LCD monitor is not used for a set amount of time, the
camera goes into a low-power mode. The VIEW and MENU buttons are not
active when the camera is in low-power mode. This feature prevents the color
LCD from being accidentally turned on and draining the battery while the camera
is not being used. To reactivate the VIEW and MENU buttons, press the shutter
button halfway. For more information see p.115.
Battery Status
The battery strength is sufficient.
The battery level is low and the battery will need to be
changed soon.
The power of the battery is insufficient, replace the battery
immediately.