Digilux 2 USB Charging

[Purdey]

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Hi - I have recently inherited a Digilux 2 with a USB charging cable and do not seem to be able to charge or run the camera from a USB connection to see if it functions properly (USB port tested and active for other externals). The manuals I can find are a bit vague so looking for support. 

I have set the camera to off, it has a battery in the camera which looks to be in good condition, but nothing happens when I plug the USB cable in - I do not have an external charger for the battery but will invest in one of the USB option cannot be rectified.

Am I doing something obviously wrong here as this type of tech is v alien to me 🙂

 

 

 

 

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[jaapv]

A Digilux 2 cannot be charged through USB. You need a battery charger. 

[Purdey]

OK and thanks for the speedy reply - will go invest in one 🙂

[wda]

Purdey, welcome to the forum.Once you have the charger, you should be able to run your camera, tethered. I have never done it, but I believe it is possible.

As you inherited the camera,  double-check that the charger is  not lurking, near where the D2 lived. It could easily be in a drawer.

Edited October 18, 2022 by wda

[wda]

Further to my post #4, I can confirm that you can operate the camera, via the charging unit, even without a battery.