Sony DSC-P71 Operating Instructions (primary manual) Operating Instructions Manual page 88

Symptom
The power is on, but the
camera does not work.
You cannot identify the
indicator on the LCD
screen.
The lens does not move
when you turn off the
camera. (DSC-P71 only)
The lens gets fogged.
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Cause
• The built-in microcomputer is not working
properly.
—
• The battery pack is discharged.
• Condensation is occurring.
Solution
p Remove, and then, after one minute, reinstall the battery. If this
doesn't work, press the RESET button on the bottom of the
camera with pointed object, then turn the power on again. (This
will clear the date/time settings, etc.)
p Check the indicator (pages 103 to 105).
p Replace it with a charged battery or use the AC power adaptor
(not supplied) (pages 14, 17, 19).
p Leave the camera for about an hour and then try to use it again
(page 99).