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Powering the camera, Charging the battery – Pentax Optio M50 User Manual

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Powering the Camera

Use the battery charger to charge the battery before using it in the

camera for the first time or after a long period of non-use, or when the

[Battery depleted] message appears.

Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord,

rated 125 V, 7A, minimum 6ft (1.8m)”

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Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger D-BC78.

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Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

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Place the battery in the charger so that the PENTAX

logo is facing up.

The charging indicator lights while the battery is charging and turns off

when charging is finished.

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Remove the battery from the battery charger when

charging is finished.

Charging the Battery

• The time required to fully charge the battery is about 150 minutes (max.). The

appropriate ambient temperature for charging the battery is 0°C to 40°C (32°F
to 104°F). (The charging time may vary depending on the ambient
temperature and charging conditions.)

• The battery has reached the end of its service life when it starts to run down

soon after being charged. Replace with a new battery.

• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than the rechargeable

lithium-ion battery D-LI78, as the charger may overheat or be damaged.

• If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator fails to light, the

battery may be faulty. Replace with a new battery.

Battery charger

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Battery

To power
outlet

AC plug cord

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Charging indicator
While charging: Lights
Charging finished: Turns off