Fujifilm A203 Manuel D’Utilisation

h AA-size alkaline, Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride) can be

used with this camera.

Do not use AA-size manganese, lithium or nickel-
cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries in your FinePix A203/
FinePix A303 because the heat generated by the
batteries could damage the camera or cause
malfunctions.

h The operating lives of alkaline batteries vary between

brands and the life of batteries you purchase may be
shorter than the alkaline batteries provided with the
camera.

h Do not use batteries that are leaking, deformed,

discolored or exhibit any other obvious abnormality.

h Do not store batteries in very warm or moist

locations.

h Keep the batteries out of reach of babies and small

children.

h When loading the batteries into the camera, ensure that

the battery polarity (+ and  _ ) is as indicated on the
camera.

h Do not use new batteries together with used

batteries. In the case of rechargeable batteries, do
not use charged and discharged batteries together.
Do not use batteries of different types or brands
together.

h If you do not intend to use the camera for a long

period of time, remove the batteries from the camera.
(Note that if the camera is left with the batteries
removed, the time and date settings are cleared.)

h The batteries may feel warm immediately after being

used. Before removing the batteries, switch the
camera off and wait until the batteries cool down.

h When replacing the batteries, always fit 2 new batteries.

Here, 'new batteries' refers to either recently purchased
unused alkaline batteries, or Ni-MH (nickel metal
hydride) batteries that have recently been fully
recharged together.

h In cold locations (at temperatures of +10°C/+50°F or

below), battery performance deteriorates and the time
for which they can be used shortens markedly. This is
particularly true of alkaline batteries. In cold conditions,

Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak,
become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the
precautions given below.
h Do not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire.
h Do not carry or store a battery with metal objects

such as necklaces or hairpins that could come into
contact with the metal positive + and negative _
poles of the battery.

h Do not expose the batteries to fresh or sea water,

and take particular care to keep the terminals dry.

h Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the

batteries.

h Do not attempt to peel off or cut the battery casing.
h Do not drop, strike or otherwise subject the batteries

to strong impacts.

■ Places to Avoid
Do not store or use the camera in the following types of
locations:
h In the rain or in very humid, dirty or dusty places.
h In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme

temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer. 

h Extremely cold places.
h Places subject to strong vibration.
h Places affected by smoke or steam.
h Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near

motors, transformers or magnets).

h In contact with chemicals such as pesticides or next to

rubber or vinyl products for long periods of time.

■ Notes on Immersion in Water or Sand
The FinePix A203/FinePix A303 is particularly adversely
affected by water and sand. When you are at the beach or
close to water, ensure that the camera is not exposed to
water or sand. Take care not to place the camera on a wet
surface. Water or sand inside the camera can cause faults
that may be irreparable.
■ Notes on Condensation
If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location into a
warm place, water droplets (condensation) may form on
the inside of the camera or on the lens. When this occurs,
switch the camera off and wait an hour before using the
camera. Condensation may also form on the xD-Picture

card. In this event, remove the xD-Picture Card and wait a
short time before using it again.
■ When the Camera is Unused for Long Periods
If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of
time, remove the battery and the xD-Picture Card card
before storing the camera.
■ Cleaning Your Camera
h Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens, LCD

monitor screen or viewfinder, and then wipe lightly with a
soft, dry cloth. If any soil remains, apply a small amount
of lens cleaning liquid to a piece of FUJIFILM lens
cleaning paper and wipe gently.

h Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD

monitor screen or viewfinder as these surfaces are easily
damaged.

h Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry cloth. Do

not use volatile substances such as thinners, benzine or
insecticide, as these may react with camera body and
cause deformation or remove the coating.

■ Using the Camera Overseas
When travelling overseas, do not place your camera in the
check-in baggage. Baggage handling at airports may
subject baggage to violent shocks, and the camera may be
damaged internally even when no external damage is
visible.

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Be sure to read this information in conjunction with “Safety Notes” (

➡P.125), to ensure that you use

your camera correctly.