Does the camera switch between batteries when one gets drained?
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That is not exactly how it works. It actually utilizes both batteries simultaneously, thus enabling it run longer between battery changes. Ideally, you should have a minimum of 4 batteries for each camera so as one set of two batteries drain, you can quickly and easily replace them with the next set. And, while you are using the next set, put the 1st set on the chargers so they can be ready when the 2nd set drains. Different batteries last longer than others so be wise and invest in the best you can afford and you will be glad that you did. Hope this helps you.
1953322
Yes, there is a switch. You can cover the top and see the little light on the bottom. Batteries usually come charged
1950458
No. The on/off time it is determined at the time you activate the batteries. No switches.
1536707
Yes, the LCD on the top of the camera accurately displays remaining battery power. The icon will also flash when battery failure is imminent.
583109
No. When the batteries are in it, it is on. It drains them very slowly. We replace batteries about once every 3 months with our cocker spaniel.
1689055
I do not know. I usually make sure I have 4 batteries all fully charged and when I notice the camera slowing down I change the batteris. Sorry cant be of more assistance
313943
Hi M.D., On/Off is to turn on the batteries from the vertical grip. Turn it off when camera is not in use. -Vincent
525118
The on/off switch on the camera grip only controls the buttons. If you're using non-standard batteries inside the grip, you may want to consider swapping them out if you're having battery life issues.
1272156
Pedro, The On/Off switch is on the camera itself. The battery grip replaces the battery that was in the space in the battery compartment of the camera, but the camera's own On/Off switch still controls everything. This works great on my Nikon D3200, flawlessly, for over a year, now.
614758
No, there is no off / on switch. They use 2 C cells, to blink a red LED, but is not necessary to use...real working cameras do not use blinking lights.
2194343
The monitor is connected to a 12 volt source but is in kind of a dormant state until it gets the camera image. I have had no problems or any battery drain because of the monitor connection. The screen is off until you shift into reverse which causes the backup light power to the camera.
199744
yes .there is a switch for the different types of batteries.I hope this help.
1132824
Yes, turning the camera on/off is not working right.First delivered one was bad and the replaced one is also the same bad condition which is very frustrating. This camera is a junk. I wasted my money for it. I do not use this camera any more.If it is possible for you, I would like to return the camera to you for refund.Hiro Inoue
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They do not function simultaneously. The camera operates off of the battery on the right. Once it is depleted, the battery on the left takes over. In order to get maximum life out of my batteries, I rotate them through the right slot. When one is fully depleted, it is charged and then is installed on the left. I hope this helps.
1756815
it drains both at the same rate, you can pull one out and charge while the other is being used, just dont power off if you have an aftermarket battery, then you have to use the nikon to get it back on.
1408895
That HAS happened to me, and yes, turnng off and on will work but also, needlesstosay, I checked my batteries, must use very powerful ones but after that, it worked good. It's been a very good, SMALL camera. I've had this a while, then bought another one from Amazon, which was much cheaper than when new. May 1, 2014
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So far, no. And I have two of these cameras. One uses Alkaline batteries, the other Lithium.