Sony ILCE-7S - Manual (Page 214)

insert it in the product immediately before you start shooting. If there are any metal
objects such as keys in your pocket, be careful of causing a short-circuit.
The battery pack will run down quickly if you use the flash or zoom frequently.
We recommend preparing spare battery packs and taking trial shots before taking the
actual shots.
Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.
Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct
sunlight.
If the battery terminal is dirty, you may not be able to turn on the product or the battery
pack may not be properly charged. In that case, clean the battery by lightly wiping off any
dust using a soft cloth or a cotton swab.
Remaining battery indicator
The remaining battery indicator appears on the screen.
A: Battery level high
B: Battery exhausted
It takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery indicator to appear.
The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or
environmental conditions.
If the remaining battery time does not appear on the screen, press the DISP (Display
Setting) button to display it.
How to store the battery pack
To maintain the battery pack’s function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it
in the product at least once a year before storing it. Store the battery pack in a cool, dry
place.
To use the battery pack up, leave the product in slide show playback mode until the
power goes off.
To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag to keep
away from metal materials when carrying or storing the battery pack.
On battery life
The battery life is limited. If you use the same battery repeatedly, or use the same battery
for a long period, the battery capacity decreases gradually. If the available time of the
battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new
one.
The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating