Troubleshooting; Battery And Power Source - Panasonic DMC-FS42 Operating Instructions Manual

Troubleshooting

First, try out the following procedures (P118–126).
If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P26) on
the [SETUP] menu when taking pictures.
The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on.
• Is the battery inserted correctly? (P14)
• The battery is exhausted.
The LCD monitor turns off while the camera is turned on.
• Is [POWER SAVE] (P26) mode active?
" Press the shutter button halfway to cancel this mode.
• The battery is exhausted.
The camera turns off soon after turning it on.
• The battery is exhausted.
• If you leave the camera on, the battery will become exhausted.
" Turn the camera off frequently by using [POWER SAVE] (P26) Mode etc.
The [CHARGE] lamp flashes.
• Is the temperature of the battery excessively high or low? If it is, it will take longer than
usual to charge the battery or charging may remain incomplete.
• Are the terminals of the charger or battery dirty?
" Wipe off the dirt using a dry cloth.
Others

Battery and power source

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