Preparations
This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder.
Getting Started
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 page 70.
Remove the battery terminal cover before attaching the battery
BATT. switch
1Turn off the camcorder.
2Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
Press the battery pack lightly and slide it up until it clicks.
CHARGE indicator
DC IN terminal
3Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter.
4Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
5Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
•The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. The indicator will stay on when the charging is completed.
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