Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc S3 Owners Manual For Advances Features

							Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No.DMC-S3
DMC-S1
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
VQT3E45 
						

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Contents
Before use
Before use .............................................. 4
Standard Accessories ........................... 6
Names of parts....................................... 7
Cursor button ................................................ 7
Preparations
Charging the battery ............................. 8Guidelines for the number of recordable 
pictures and operating time ........................... 9
Inserting and removing the card 
(optional)/the battery ........................... 11
Using the DC coupler (optional) instead of 
battery ......................................................... 13
Picture save destination 
(cards and built-in memory) ........................ 14
Remaining battery and memory capacity .... 15
Recording capacity guidelines 
(pictures/recording time) ............................. 15
Setting the clock .................................. 16
Basics
Taking pictures with automatic settings 
[Intelligent Auto] Mode ........................ 18
Taking pictures with zoom .................. 20
Taking motion pictures
[Motion Picture] Mode ......................... 21
Viewing your pictures 
[Normal Play] ....................................... 22
Watching motion pictures ............................ 23
Viewing as list (Multi Playback/Calendar Playback) ... 24
Deleting pictures ................................. 25
To delete multiple (up to 50) 
or all pictures ............................................... 25
Setting the menu ................................. 26
Using the [Setup] menu ...................... 28
[Clock Set] ................................................... 28
[World Time] ................................................ 28
[Beep] .......................................................... 28
[Volume] ...................................................... 28
[Focus Icon] ................................................. 28
[Auto Power Off] .......................................... 28
[Auto Review] .............................................. 29
[Reset] ......................................................... 29
[Output] ....................................................... 29
[Rotate Disp.] .............................................. 30
[Version Disp.] ............................................. 30
[Format] ....................................................... 30
[Language] .................................................. 31
[Demo Mode] ............................................... 31
Recording
Taking pictures with your own settings 
[Normal Picture] Mode ........................ 32
Aligning the focus ............................... 33
Changing recording information 
display .................................................. 34
Taking pictures with the self-timer .... 35
Taking pictures with flash ................... 36
Taking pictures with Exposure 
Compensation ...................................... 38
Taking pictures according to the scene 
[Scene Mode] ....................................... 39
[Portrait] ....................................................... 40
[Soft Skin] .................................................... 40
[Self Portrait] ............................................... 40
[Scenery] ..................................................... 40
[Panorama Assist] ....................................... 41
[Sports] ........................................................ 41
[Night Portrait] ............................................. 42
[Night Scenery] ............................................ 42
[Food] .......................................................... 42
[Party] .......................................................... 42
[Baby] .......................................................... 43
[Sunset] ....................................................... 43
[High Sens.] ................................................. 43
[Fireworks] ................................................... 44
[Beach] ........................................................ 44
[Snow] ......................................................... 44
Useful features for travel 
[World Time] ......................................... 45
Using the [Rec] menu .......................... 46
[Picture Size] ............................................... 46
[Rec Quality]  ............................................... 47
[Sensitivity] .................................................. 47
[White Balance] ........................................... 48
[AF Mode] .................................................... 49
[Digital Zoom] .............................................. 50
[Burst] .......................................................... 50
[Color Mode] ................................................ 51
[AF Assist  Lamp] ......................................... 51
[Red-Eye Removal] (DMC-S3 only) ............ 51
[Stabilizer] ................................................... 52
[Date Stamp] ............................................... 52
[Clock Set] ................................................... 52
Playback/Editing
Different playback methods 
(Playback Mode) .................................. 53
[Slide Show] ................................................ 54
[Filtering Play] ............................................. 55
[Calendar] .................................................... 55
Using the [Playback] menu................. 56[Upload Set] ................................................ 56
[Resize] ....................................................... 58
[Favorite] ..................................................... 60
[Protect] ....................................................... 61
[Copy] .......................................................... 62
Connecting with other devices
Using with your PC .............................. 63Using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to copy pictures 
to your computer ......................................... 65
Uploading pictures to image-sharing 
websites ...................................................... 65
Printing ................................................. 66Printing multiple pictures ............................. 67
Print with date ............................................. 67
Making print settings on the camera ........... 68
Viewing on TV screen ......................... 69
Others
List of LCD monitor displays .............. 70
Message displays ................................ 72
Q&A  Troubleshooting ........................ 74
Usage cautions and notes .................. 80 
						

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Contents
Before use
Before use .............................................. 4
Standard Accessories ........................... 6
Names of parts....................................... 7
Cursor button ................................................ 7
Preparations
Charging the battery ............................. 8Guidelines for the number of recordable 
pictures and operating time ........................... 9
Inserting and removing the card 
(optional)/the battery ........................... 11
Using the DC coupler (optional) instead of 
battery ......................................................... 13
Picture save destination 
(cards and built-in memory) ........................ 14
Remaining battery and memory capacity .... 15
Recording capacity guidelines 
(pictures/recording time) ............................. 15
Setting the clock .................................. 16
Basics
Taking pictures with automatic settings 
[Intelligent Auto] Mode ........................ 18
Taking pictures with zoom .................. 20
Taking motion pictures
[Motion Picture] Mode ......................... 21
Viewing your pictures 
[Normal Play] ....................................... 22
Watching motion pictures ............................ 23
Viewing as list (Multi Playback/Calendar Playback) ... 24
Deleting pictures ................................. 25
To delete multiple (up to 50) 
or all pictures ............................................... 25
Setting the menu ................................. 26
Using the [Setup] menu ...................... 28
[Clock Set] ................................................... 28
[World Time] ................................................ 28
[Beep] .......................................................... 28
[Volume] ...................................................... 28
[Focus Icon] ................................................. 28
[Auto Power Off] .......................................... 28
[Auto Review] .............................................. 29
[Reset] ......................................................... 29
[Output] ....................................................... 29
[Rotate Disp.] .............................................. 30
[Version Disp.] ............................................. 30
[Format] ....................................................... 30
[Language] .................................................. 31
[Demo Mode] ............................................... 31
Recording
Taking pictures with your own settings 
[Normal Picture] Mode ........................ 32
Aligning the focus ............................... 33
Changing recording information 
display .................................................. 34
Taking pictures with the self-timer .... 35
Taking pictures with flash ................... 36
Taking pictures with Exposure 
Compensation ...................................... 38
Taking pictures according to the scene 
[Scene Mode] ....................................... 39
[Portrait] ....................................................... 40
[Soft Skin] .................................................... 40
[Self Portrait] ............................................... 40
[Scenery] ..................................................... 40
[Panorama Assist] ....................................... 41
[Sports] ........................................................ 41
[Night Portrait] ............................................. 42
[Night Scenery] ............................................ 42
[Food] .......................................................... 42
[Party] .......................................................... 42
[Baby] .......................................................... 43
[Sunset] ....................................................... 43
[High Sens.] ................................................. 43
[Fireworks] ................................................... 44
[Beach] ........................................................ 44
[Snow] ......................................................... 44
Useful features for travel 
[World Time] ......................................... 45
Using the [Rec] menu .......................... 46
[Picture Size] ............................................... 46
[Rec Quality]  ............................................... 47
[Sensitivity] .................................................. 47
[White Balance] ........................................... 48
[AF Mode] .................................................... 49
[Digital Zoom] .............................................. 50
[Burst] .......................................................... 50
[Color Mode] ................................................ 51
[AF Assist  Lamp] ......................................... 51
[Red-Eye Removal] (DMC-S3 only) ............ 51
[Stabilizer] ................................................... 52
[Date Stamp] ............................................... 52
[Clock Set] ................................................... 52
Playback/Editing
Different playback methods 
(Playback Mode) .................................. 53
[Slide Show] ................................................ 54
[Filtering Play] ............................................. 55
[Calendar] .................................................... 55
Using the [Playback] menu................. 56[Upload Set] ................................................ 56
[Resize] ....................................................... 58
[Favorite] ..................................................... 60
[Protect] ....................................................... 61
[Copy] .......................................................... 62
Connecting with other devices
Using with your PC .............................. 63Using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to copy pictures 
to your computer ......................................... 65
Uploading pictures to image-sharing 
websites ...................................................... 65
Printing ................................................. 66Printing multiple pictures ............................. 67
Print with date ............................................. 67
Making print settings on the camera ........... 68
Viewing on TV screen ......................... 69
Others
List of LCD monitor displays .............. 70
Message displays ................................ 72
Q&A  Troubleshooting ........................ 74
Usage cautions and notes .................. 80 
						

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Before use
 
■Camera handling
Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, 
or pressure.
 
●Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, 
which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, or camera 
body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or 
prevent recording.
 • Dropping or hitting the camera against a hard surface
 • Sitting down with the camera in your pants pocket or forcing it into a full bag
 • Adding accessories to the camera strap
 • Pushing with excessive force on the lens or LCD monitor
The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or 
waterproof.
Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust 
or sand, or where water can come into contact with the 
camera.
 
●Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, 
which present a risk that sand, water, or foreign material 
may enter the camera through the lens or openings around 
buttons. Be especially careful, because these conditions 
may damage the camera and such damage may not be 
repairable.
 • In extremely dusty or sandy places
 • In the rain or by the shore, where the camera may be exposed to water
 
■Condensation (lens clouding) 
 
●Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to 
sudden changes of temperature or humidity. Avoid these 
conditions, which may make the lens dirty, cause mold, or 
damage the camera.
 
●If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait 
about two hours before using it. Once the camera adjusts 
to the surrounding temperature, clouded lenses will clear 
naturally.
 
■Always take a test shot first
Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for \
example), always 
take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. 
 
■No compensation for missed shots
We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the came\
ra or card 
prevent recording.
 
■Carefully observe copyright laws
Unauthorized use of recordings which contain works with copyright for pu\
rposes other 
than personal use is prohibited under copyright law. Recording of certain material may be 
restricted even for the purpose of personal use.
 
■Also refer to “Usage cautions and notes” ( →80) 
						

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Before use
 
■Camera handling
Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, 
or pressure.
 
●Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, 
which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, or camera 
body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or 
prevent recording.
 • Dropping or hitting the camera against a hard surface
 • Sitting down with the camera in your pants pocket or forcing it into a full bag
 • Adding accessories to the camera strap
 • Pushing with excessive force on the lens or LCD monitor
The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or 
waterproof.
Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust 
or sand, or where water can come into contact with the 
camera.
 
●Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, 
which present a risk that sand, water, or foreign material 
may enter the camera through the lens or openings around 
buttons. Be especially careful, because these conditions 
may damage the camera and such damage may not be 
repairable.
 • In extremely dusty or sandy places
 • In the rain or by the shore, where the camera may be exposed to water
 
■Condensation (lens clouding) 
 
●Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to 
sudden changes of temperature or humidity. Avoid these 
conditions, which may make the lens dirty, cause mold, or 
damage the camera.
 
●If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait 
about two hours before using it. Once the camera adjusts 
to the surrounding temperature, clouded lenses will clear 
naturally.
 
■Always take a test shot first
Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for \
example), always 
take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. 
 
■No compensation for missed shots
We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the came\
ra or card 
prevent recording.
 
■Carefully observe copyright laws
Unauthorized use of recordings which contain works with copyright for pu\
rposes other 
than personal use is prohibited under copyright law. Recording of certain material may be 
restricted even for the purpose of personal use.
 
■Also refer to “Usage cautions and notes” ( →80) 
						

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Names of parts
Standard Accessories
 Cursor button
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. 
●The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the 
camera was purchased.
For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner’s Manual.
 
●Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. 
●Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text. 
●Please dispose of all packaging appropriately. 
●Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
 
■Optional accessories
 • Memory cards and AV cable are optional. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card.
 • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact  Panasonic’s parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should 
contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about \
obtaining 
replacement parts. Tripod receptacle
 • Ensure that the tripod is stable. Card/Battery door 
(→11 )
DC coupler cover 
(→ 13)
Shutter button 
(→18)
Power button  (→16)
Flash (→36)
Lens barrel
Lens (→4)
Microphone  (→21)
LCD monitor (→70)
[MODE] button  (→32, 53)
Cursor button
Playback button  (→22)
[
 / ] (Delete/Return) 
button  (→25) Zoom button 
(→20)
Self-timer indicator (→35)/
AF Assist Lamp 
(→51) Speaker
Hand strap eyelet
We recommend using 
the supplied hand strap 
to avoid dropping the 
camera.
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket 
(→63, 66, 69)
[MENU/SET](menu display/set) (
→26)
Left cursor button ( ◄) • Self-timer (→35)
Down cursor button ( ▼) 
• Changing information display ( →34)
Up cursor button ( ▲) • Exposure Compensation ( →38)
Right cursor button (►) • Flash (→36)
 
●In this manual, the button that is used is shaded or indicated by ▲▼◄►.
 
●The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product. 
●Some tripods or unipods, and some methods of holding the camera may bloc\
k the 
speaker, making it difficult to hear the beep, etc. Terminal cover 
						

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Names of parts
Standard Accessories
 Cursor button
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. 
●The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the 
camera was purchased.
For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner’s Manual.
 
●Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. 
●Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text. 
●Please dispose of all packaging appropriately. 
●Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
 
■Optional accessories
 • Memory cards and AV cable are optional. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card.
 • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact  Panasonic’s parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should 
contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about \
obtaining 
replacement parts. Tripod receptacle
 • Ensure that the tripod is stable. Card/Battery door 
(→11 )
DC coupler cover 
(→ 13)
Shutter button 
(→18)
Power button  (→16)
Flash (→36)
Lens barrel
Lens (→4)
Microphone  (→21)
LCD monitor (→70)
[MODE] button  (→32, 53)
Cursor button
Playback button  (→22)
[
 / ] (Delete/Return) 
button  (→25) Zoom button 
(→20)
Self-timer indicator (→35)/
AF Assist Lamp 
(→51) Speaker
Hand strap eyelet
We recommend using 
the supplied hand strap 
to avoid dropping the 
camera.
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket 
(→63, 66, 69)
[MENU/SET](menu display/set) (
→26)
Left cursor button ( ◄) • Self-timer (→35)
Down cursor button ( ▼) 
• Changing information display ( →34)
Up cursor button ( ▲) • Exposure Compensation ( →38)
Right cursor button (►) • Flash (→36)
 
●In this manual, the button that is used is shaded or indicated by ▲▼◄►.
 
●The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product. 
●Some tripods or unipods, and some methods of holding the camera may bloc\
k the 
speaker, making it difficult to hear the beep, etc. Terminal cover 
						

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Charging the battery
Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged)
 
■About batteries that you can use with this unit
Supplied battery or dedicated optional batteries can be used with this u\
nit.
Refer to Basic Owner’s Manual about the accessory number of the available optional 
batteries in your area.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar\
 to the 
genuine products are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of\
 
these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protectio\
n to 
meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possib\
ility 
that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advise\
d that 
we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of u\
se of a 
counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we recommend 
that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
 
• Use the dedicated charger and battery.
Insert the battery terminals and 
attach the battery to the charger
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet
Charging light ([CHARGE])
On:  Charging in progress 
(approx. 115 min. if fully 
depleted) ∗
 
∗   Charge time is 
approx. 120 min. for the 
optional battery
Off:  Charging complete 
If light is flashing:  
 • Charging may take longer  than normal if battery 
temperature is too high or 
too low (charging may be 
incomplete).
 • Battery/charger connector is  dirty. Clean with a dry cloth.
 
●Plug-in type 
●Inlet typeBattery 
(model-specific)
Charger 
(model-specific)
 
•  The AC 
cable does 
not fit 
entirely into 
the AC  input 
terminal. A gap will remain.
Detach the battery after charging is 
completed
Guidelines for the number of recordable pictures and operating time
The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary a\
ccording to 
surrounding environment and usage conditions. Figures may be reduced if \
flash, zoom, 
or other functions are used frequently, or in colder climates.
Supplied battery Optional battery
Capacity 660 mAh680 mAh
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 250
∗1/240∗2 pictures Approx. 255∗1/245∗2 pictures
Recording time Approx. 125
∗1/120∗2 min. Approx. 127∗1/122∗2 min.
∗1 DMC-S3         ∗2 DMC-S1
 
●Recording conditions by CIPA standard
 • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
 • [Normal Picture] Mode.
 • Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50 %RH when LCD monitor is\
 on.
 • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).
 • Using the supplied battery.
 • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the \
Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)
 • Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.
 • Perform a zoom operation every recording (W end  → T end, or T end → W end)
 • Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the  battery decreases.
Number reduced if intervals are longer – e.g. to approx. one quarter \
for 2-minute 
intervals under the above conditions.
Supplied battery Optional battery
Playback time Approx. 200 min. Approx. 205 min. 
						

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Charging the battery
Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged)
 
■About batteries that you can use with this unit
Supplied battery or dedicated optional batteries can be used with this u\
nit.
Refer to Basic Owner’s Manual about the accessory number of the available optional 
batteries in your area.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar\
 to the 
genuine products are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of\
 
these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protectio\
n to 
meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possib\
ility 
that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advise\
d that 
we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of u\
se of a 
counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we recommend 
that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
 
• Use the dedicated charger and battery.
Insert the battery terminals and 
attach the battery to the charger
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet
Charging light ([CHARGE])
On:  Charging in progress 
(approx. 115 min. if fully 
depleted) ∗
 
∗   Charge time is 
approx. 120 min. for the 
optional battery
Off:  Charging complete 
If light is flashing:  
 • Charging may take longer  than normal if battery 
temperature is too high or 
too low (charging may be 
incomplete).
 • Battery/charger connector is  dirty. Clean with a dry cloth.
 
●Plug-in type 
●Inlet typeBattery 
(model-specific)
Charger 
(model-specific)
 
•  The AC 
cable does 
not fit 
entirely into 
the AC  input 
terminal. A gap will remain.
Detach the battery after charging is 
completed
Guidelines for the number of recordable pictures and operating time
The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary a\
ccording to 
surrounding environment and usage conditions. Figures may be reduced if \
flash, zoom, 
or other functions are used frequently, or in colder climates.
Supplied battery Optional battery
Capacity 660 mAh680 mAh
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 250
∗1/240∗2 pictures Approx. 255∗1/245∗2 pictures
Recording time Approx. 125
∗1/120∗2 min. Approx. 127∗1/122∗2 min.
∗1 DMC-S3         ∗2 DMC-S1
 
●Recording conditions by CIPA standard
 • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
 • [Normal Picture] Mode.
 • Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50 %RH when LCD monitor is\
 on.
 • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).
 • Using the supplied battery.
 • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the \
Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)
 • Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.
 • Perform a zoom operation every recording (W end  → T end, or T end → W end)
 • Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the  battery decreases.
Number reduced if intervals are longer – e.g. to approx. one quarter \
for 2-minute 
intervals under the above conditions.
Supplied battery Optional battery
Playback time Approx. 200 min. Approx. 205 min. 
						

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Charging the battery 
(Continued) Inserting and removing the card (optional)/
the battery
 
●The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery\
 usage. 
Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery h\
as not been 
used for some time. 
 
●Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter. 
●Battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after be\
ing charged. 
●Charge the battery with the charger indoors (10 °C to 30 °C (50 \
°F to 86 °F)). 
●Keep any metal items (such as clips) away from the contact areas of th\
e power plug. 
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiti\
ng or resulting 
heat generated.
 
●We do not recommend frequently charging the battery.
(Frequently charging battery reduces maximum usage time and can cause b\
attery to 
expand.)
 
●Do not disassemble or modify the charger. 
●If available battery power is significantly reduced, battery is reaching\
 end of lifespan. 
Please purchase a new battery.
 
●The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power is supplied.
The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the battery charge\
r is connected to an 
electrical outlet.
 
●When charging:
 • Remove any dirt on connectors of charger and battery with dry cloth.
 • Keep at least 1 m (3.28 feet) away from AM radio (may cause radio interference).
 • Noises may be emitted from inside of charger, but this is not a fault.
 • Remove charger from wall socket after charging (up to 0.1 W consumed if\
 left in place).
 
●Do not use a damaged or dented battery (especially connectors), e.g. b\
y dropping (can 
cause faults).
Turn off the power and slide 
the card/battery door out (
) 
before opening the door (
) 
as illustrated
Insert the battery and card, 
making sure that their 
orientation is correct
 • Battery:  Insert all the way firmly until 
a locking sound is heard, 
and check that the lever is 
hooked over the battery.
 • Card:  Insert all the way firmly until it  clicks.
Charged battery (check orientation)
Card ( check orientation: terminals face LCD) Do not touch 
the terminal
Lever
Close the card/battery door 
and slide the door in until 
you hear a locking sound