Charging the battery
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About batteries that you can use with this camera
The only battery that can be used with this camera is the Leica battery
BP-DC7 (→41).
It has been found that counterfeit batteries which look very
similar to the genuine products are available in some markets.
Some of these batteries are not adequately protected with
internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety
standards. There is a possibility that these batteries may lead to
fire or explosion. Please be advised that Leica Camera AG is not
liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a
counterfeit battery. To ensure that the batteries used are safe, we
urgently recommend to use only the dedicated Leica battery.
• Use only the dedicated charger and battery.
• The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can
be used safely. The dedicated Leica battery BP-DC7 (→41) supports
this function. Batteries which do not support this function cannot
be used. Leica Camera AG cannot in any way guarantee the
quality, performance, or safety of any other batteries.
• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge
the battery and set the clock before use.
• Charge the battery with the charger indoors (10°C - 30°C (50°F -
86°F)).
Insert the battery into the charger
The terminals should face the charger's contacts
and the Leica logo upwards.
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