Ricoh PENTAX K-3 Mark III Faq page 43

Caution:
-If the camera is turned on while charging, the charging stops.
-If the self-timer lamp continues to blink rapidly, make sure that the main switch is set to
[OFF], remove the USB cable and battery from the camera, and start over from the
beginning. If this does not improve the situation, contact your nearest service center.
-If the battery begins to run down more quickly even after being charged, the battery may
have reached the end of its service life. Replace the battery with a new one.
Memo:
-The Maximum charging time is approximately 4.5 hours (It depends on temperature
and remaining battery power). Charge the battery in a location where the temperature
is between 10°C and 40°C (50°F and 104°F).
-You can also charge the battery by connecting the camera to a computer using the
USB cable and turning the camara off.
-You can also charge the battery using the optional Battery Charger D-BC177.
-When the optional Battery Grip D-BG8 is used, you can charge the battery in the
is charged first. The self-timer lamp blinks twice continuously while charging the
battery in the camera, and three times continuously while charging the battery in the
battery grip.
-You can also charge the battery by connecting a commercial portable charger to the
camera with a USB cable.
-You can supply power to another device using the battery of the camera via a USB
camera off. This function cannot be used if the battery level is insufficient.
Power saving mode
The battery consumption can be reduced by controlling the display time of status screen.
Turns the monitor off when the time set in [Meter Operating Time] of the C5
Low
menu elapses.
High Performs metering for 2 seconds after Instant Review during shooting, and turn
the monitor off. (Default setting)
OFF Keeps the monitor on even after the metering time elapses.
Q: How many photos can I take when batteries are used? How long can I playback
images?
A: The approximate number of still pictures that can be shot and available playback time with
the K-3 Mark III using the dedicated Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90P are given in the table
below.
Use battery Use temperature Number of recordable images Playback time
D-LI90P 23°C
*Tested in compliance with CIPA standard using a new rechargeable lithium-ion battery under a
temperature of 23°C
conditions/circumstances.
Approx.: 670 images
(73.4°F). Actual results
Approx.: 340 minutes
may vary depending
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on the shooting