Nikon J1 - Manual (Page 70)

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Lines : Noise in the form of lines may in
rare cases appear in pictures of
extremely bright or backlit subjects.
B at te r i e s : B at t e r i e s m ay l e a k o r
explode if improperly handled.
Observe the following precautions
when handling batteries:
• Use only batteries approved for use
in this equipment.
• Do not expose the battery to flame
or excessive heat.
• Keep the battery terminals clean.
• Turn the product off before replac-
ing the battery.
• Remove the battery from the cam-
era or charger when not in use and
replace the terminal cover. These
devices draw minute amounts of
charge even when off and could
draw the battery down to the point
that it will no longer function. If the
battery will not be used for some
time, insert it in the camera and run
it flat before removing it and storing
it in a location with an ambient tem-
perature of 15 to 25 °C (59 to 77 °F;
avoid hot or extremely cold loca-
tions). Repeat this process at least
once every six months.
• Turning the camera on and off
repeatedly when the battery is fully
discharged will shorten battery life.
Batteries that have been fully dis-
charged must be charged before
use.
• The internal temperature of the bat-
tery may rise while the battery is in
use. Attempting to charge the bat-
tery while the internal temperature
is elevated will impair battery per-
formance, and the battery may not
charge or charge only partially. Wait
for the battery to cool before charg-
ing.
• Continuing to charge the battery
after it is fully charged can impair
battery performance.
• A marked drop in the time a fully
charged battery retains its charge
when used at room temperature
indicates that it requires replace-
ment. Purchase a new EN-EL20 bat-
tery.
• Charge the battery before use.
Wh e n t a k i n g p h o t og r a p h s o n
important occasions, ready a spare
EN-EL20 battery and keep it fully
charged. Depending on your loca-
tion, it may be difficult to purchase
replacement batteries on short
notice. Note that on cold days, the
ca pac it y of bat teri es tends to
decrease. Be sure the battery is fully
charged before taking photographs
outside in cold weather. Keep a
spare battery in a warm place and
exchange the two as necessary.
Once warmed, a cold battery may
recover some of its charge.
• Used batteries are a valuable
resource; recycle in accord with local
regulations.