Solution
Charging the BatteryInserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card
Setting the Date and Time
Shooting Still Images
Follow the steps below to get started with your new camera.
Charging the Battery
Before use, charge the battery pack with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery pack charged.
1. After aligning the marks on the battery pack and charger, insert the battery pack by pushing it in (
) and down (
).
2. Charge the battery pack.
CB-2LY: Flip out the plug () and plug the charger into a power outlet (
).
CB-2LYE: Plug the power cord into the charger, then plug the other end into a power outlet.
3. Remove the battery pack.
After unplugging the battery charger, remove the battery pack by pushing it in () and up (
).
Caution
To protect the battery pack and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours.
Caution
Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card
Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately).
1. Check the card’s write-protect tab.
Recording is not possible on memory cards with a write-protect tab when the tab is in the locked (downward) position. Slide the tab up until it clicks into the unlocked position.
2. Open the cover.
Slide the cover () and open it (
).
3. Insert the battery pack.
4. Insert the memory card.
5. Close the cover.
Lower the cover () and hold it down as you slide it, until it clicks into the closed position (
).
Setting the Date and Time
Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date.
You can also add a date stamp to shots, if you wish.
1. Press the power button to turn the camera on.
2. Set the date and time.
3. Set the home time zone.
Press the ⋖ ⋗⋖
⋗ buttons, or turn the ⋖Control Dial⋗ to choose your home time zone.
4. Finish the setup process.
Press the ⋖FUNC./SET⋗ button () when finished.
Shooting Still Images
1. Set the mode dial to ⋖⋗.
Aim the camera at the subject. The camera will make a slight clicking noise as it determines the scene.
2. Compose the shot.
To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move the zoom lever toward ⋖⋗ (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, move it toward ⋖
⋗ (wide angle).
3. Focus
Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus.
Caution
If [Raise the flash] appears on the screen, move the ⋖⋗ switch to raise the flash. It will fire when shooting. If you prefer not to use the flash, push it down with your finger, into the camera.
5. Shoot.
Press the shutter button all the way down.
Caution
This concludes the guide to getting started with your new camera.