19
Preparations
This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the
menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your
camcorder.
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a
battery pack or directly using the
compact power adapter. Charge the
battery pack before use.
For approximate charging times and
recording/playback times with a full
battery pack, refer to the tables on
pages99-100.
1Slide the battery compartment
cover away from the lens and
open it.
2Insert the battery pack all the way
into the compartment and press
gently until it clicks.
3Close the cover and slide it toward
the lens until you hear a click.
4Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
5Connect the compact power
adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN
terminal.
• The CHG (charge) indicator starts
flashing. The indicator will stay on
when the charging is completed.
• If the indicator flashes quickly,
refer to Trou bles hoot ing ( 82).
1 Disconnect the compact power
adapter from the camcorder.
2 Unplug the power cord from the
power outlet.

Getting Started

ONCE THE BATTERY PACK IS FULLY CHARGED
CHG (charge)
indicator
DC IN terminal