Battery Level Indicator - Pentax Optio S55 Operating Manual

• Number of Recordable Images and Playback Time
(at 23°C with new batteries)
The following shows the number of shots and playback time possible
when using various batteries.
Battery Type
CR-V3
AA Ni-MH batteries
AA nickel manganese batteries
AA alkaline batteries
*1 The image storage capacity is a guideline based on CIPA standard measurement
conditions, and may vary depending on actual shooting conditions of use.
(Measuring conditions: LCD monitor is on, 50% flash use, 23°C.)
*2 The playback times are a guideline based on PENTAX measuring conditions and
may vary depending on the actual shooting conditions of use.
• In general, battery performance temporarily deteriorates as the temperature
decreases. When using the camera in a cold environment, keep it warm by
putting it in your pocket or inside your coat. Battery performance that has
deteriorated due to low temperature will be restored when the battery is
returned to room temperature.
• Due to the characteristics of AA alkaline batteries, camera performance may
deteriorate. AA alkaline battery is not recommended except for emergencies.
• Due to the characteristics of AA alkaline batteries, AA nickel manganese
battery, camera performance may deteriorate at low temperatures. Use of
other batteries (such as CR-V3) is recommended when using the camera at
low temperatures.
• Be sure to take spare batteries with you when traveling abroad or to a cold
region, or if you intend to take a lot of pictures.

• Battery Level Indicator

You can check the battery level by the # symbol on the LCD monitor.
(lit green)
#
↓
(lit yellow)
$
↓
(lit red)
%
↓
[Battery Depleted]
When using AA nickel manganese batteries, the battery strength may not be
properly displayed due to the characteristics of this kind of battery. The battery
level indicator may show # even after using the batteries for a long time. The
camera also may turn off, without warning while the battery level indicator still
shows #.
Image Storage Capacity*1
(using the flash for 50% of shots)
370 pictures
230 pictures
90 pictures
30 pictures
: Adequate power remains.
: Battery is running very low.
: Battery is exhausted.
: The camera will turn off after the message appears.
Playback Time*2
450 minutes
250 minutes
180 minutes
50 minutes
1
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