CARE AND STORAGE
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Operating Temperatures and Conditions
• This camera has been designed for use from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• Never leave the camera where it may be subjected to extreme temperatures, such as the
glove compartment of a car.
• Do not subject the camera to extreme humidity.
• To prevent condensation from forming, place the camera in a sealed, plastic bag when
bringing it from the cold exterior to a warm building. Allow it to come to room temperature
before removing it from the bag.
• Battery performance decreases with lower operating temperatures. When photographing in
cold weather, it is recommended that you keep the camera and spare batteries inside your
coat to keep them warm when you are not shooting. Cold batteries will regain some of
their charge when they warm up.
• Occasionally, when using alkaline batteries the low-battery symbol may appear even if
there is enough charge. Continue to use the camera. The low-battery symbol will
disappear.
Handling Care
• This camera is neither waterproof nor splashproof.
- Inserting/removing batteries or CompactFlash cards with wet hands may damage the
camera.
- Take care when using the camera at the beach or near water. Costly or irreparable
damage may occur.
• Do not subject the camera to shock or impact.
• Do not leave the camera in direct sunlight. Do not point the lens at direct sunlight.
CCD damage may occur.
• Turn the camera off or remove the batteries when transporting.
LCD Monitor Care
• The LCD monitor is a precision device with a pixel efficiency of 99.98%. Less than
0.02% of the pixels are dysfunctional.
• Do not apply pressure on the surface of the LCD monitor. Permanent damage may
occur.
• In low temperatures, the LCD monitor will temporarily darken. When the camera
warms-up, normal display will be restored.
• If the + or – buttons are pressed rapidly during playback, images may appear to
overlap. This is normal and the image data is not changed.
• If the LCD monitor surface is dirty, first blow away dust or sand, then gently wipe it
with a soft, clean, dry cloth.
• If the LCD display blinks continuously or no longer works at all, it is time to replace
the monitor. Take the camera to your dealer or a Minolta Service Facility listed on the
back cover of this manual.
