When things don't go right...
- Q29
- Are there times when charging cannot be performed while the camera is connected to a computer with the camera's USB cable?
- A29
- It depends on the camera's current operational status. Check the camera's back lamp to determine the operational status as described below.
• Lit red
Charging is being performed normally.
Charging over a computer connection with the USB cable takes approximately 130 minutes. Charging can take longer, however, depending on connection conditions.
• Lit/Flashing Amber
Charging being performed in USB data communication mode (camera turned on).
• Unlit
Charging is complete. Further charging is not required.
• Lit green
Charging in USB data communication mode (camera is turned on) is complete.
• Flashing Red - Ambient temperature or the temperature of the battery may be either too high or too low. - Disconnect the USB cable and wait until temperature is within the allowable charging range before trying again. - Battery contacts may be dirty. Wipe them with a cloth. - Try connecting to a different computer USB port. Depending on the setup of your computer, you may not be able to charge the camera's battery over a USB connection. - Possible temperature and/or battery abnormality
* Depending on the setup of your computer, you may not be able to charge the camera's battery over a USB connection. If this happens, use of the USB-AC adaptor that comes with the camera is recommended.
Charging time when using the USB-AC adaptor is approximately 110 minutes.