Pentax Optio S12 - Manual (Page 19)

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Use the battery charger to charge the battery before installing it in the
camera for the first time or after a long period of non-use, or when the
message [Battery depleted] appears.
Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible
cord, rated 125 V, 7A, minimum 6ft (1.8m)”
1
Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger D-BC68.
2
Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
3
Place the battery in the charger so that the PENTAX
logo is visible.
The charging indictor lights green while the battery is charging and
turns off when charging is finished.
4
Remove the battery from the battery charger when
charging is finished.
Charging the Battery
• The time required to fully charge the battery is about 115 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.)
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is
recommended.
• The battery has reached the end of its service life if it runs down
soon after being charged. Replace with a new battery.
Charging indicator
Battery charger
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3
2
AC plug cord
To power outlet
While charging: Lights green
Charging finished: Turns off