Minolta DiMAGE S304 Instruction Manual page 117

NOTES ABOUT BATTERIES
Ni-MH batteries are recommended for digital cameras. Recording performance with
1,600mAh Ni-MH batteries is as follows:
Approximately 150 frames: based on Minolta's standard test method: LCD monitor
on, full-size images (2048 X 1535), standard image quality, no instant playback, no
voice memo, flash used with 50% of the frames.
Approximately 280 frames: based on Minolta's standard test method: LCD monitor
off, full-size images (2048 X 1535), standard image quality, no instant playback, no
voice memo, flash used with 50% of the frames.
Although alkaline batteries are supplied with this product, its performance will be limit-
ed; only use alkaline batteries for test photographs or when Ni-MH batteries, the
Minolta external battery pack, or the AC adapter are not available. Fully recharge the
Ni-MH batteries just before using the camera.
WHEN USING NI-MH BATTERIES:
• Clean both battery terminals with dry cloth to wipe off any dirt or residue. Because of the
sophisticated computer system, the camera critically monitors power levels. If the battery
terminals are dirty, the camera may give a false low-battery warning. If battery
performance is unusually low, wipe the battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth.
• Ni-MH battery performance will decrease if the batteries are often recharged before they
have been fully discharged. Completely exhaust the Ni-MH batteries using the camera
before charging.
When the batteries are exhausted, the battery-condition indicator will blink. Wait thirty
seconds between removing the old batteries and installing new batteries or plugging
in an external power supply. This amends the text on pages 17 and 18 of the camera
manual.
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