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 pages 59, 60.
Remove the battery terminal cover before attaching the battery
DC IN terminal
1Plug the compact power adapter into a power outlet.
Depending on the region of purchase, a power cord for the compact power adapter may have been supplied as well. In that case, connect the power cord to the compact power adapter before plugging it into the power outlet.
2Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
CHG (charge) indicator
3Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
Press the battery pack lightly and slide it up until it clicks.
4Charging will start when the 
switch is turned to 
(CHG). The CHG (charge) indicator starts flashing. The indicator goes out when charging is completed.
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