Installing The Batteries - Canon PowerShot S2 IS User Manual

Installing the Batteries

Install the batteries to get ready for shooting.
Please use four AA-size alkaline batteries or separately sold nickel metal
hydride (NiMH) batteries.
The use of the separately sold Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 is
recommended to power the camera during long usage sessions (p. 163).
The separately sold battery charger kit lets you use rechargeable
NiMH batteries to power the camera (p. 160).
Battery Performance (p. 169)
For information about the Battery and Charger Kit and AA-size rechargeable
NiMH batteries, see the System Map (separate from this guide).
1
Be sure that the camera power is
off (p. 23). Slide the battery cover
lock in the direction of the arrow
and open the cover.
2
Insert the batteries as shown.
Battery orientation can be checked against
the diagram in battery compartment.
3
Close the battery cover.
Proper Battery Handling
Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only.
For information on handling the AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see
Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) (p. 160)
Since the performance of alkaline batteries may differ according to
brand, the operating time of the batteries you purchase may not be as
long as the batteries that came with the camera.
Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline
batteries are used. Also due to their specifications, alkaline batteries may
expire faster than NiMH batteries. If you are using the camera in cold areas
or for a long time, we recommend using Canon's AA-size NiMH Battery Kit (a
four-piece set).
16
Battery cover lock