Using the Battery
The supplied battery pack is not charged and must be charged as described below before it can be used the first time.
Tips: Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off during short recording breaks.
Use the small marker switch on the top of the battery to help you remember to recharge the battery. It has no other function.
To AC Wall Outlet
50/60 Hz.
Marker Switch
Caution: When a battery is attached to the adapter/ charger, do not turn them upside down. The battery may fall off and be damaged or cause injury.
REFRESH
POWER Indicator | CHARGE Indicator |
Charging and Refreshing the Battery
The nickel cadmium battery provides longer operation time if it is refreshed (completely discharged) before every charging. Refreshing a battery takes approximately
To Charge a Battery:
1.Plug adapter/charger into an AC outlet
The POWER indicator lights.
2.Align the reference marks on the battery with marks on the adapter/ charger and slide the battery in the direction of the arrow until it locks. The CHARGE indicator lights while battery is charging.
3.Remove the battery when the CHARGE indicator turns off.
Tips: Make sure AC power cord is removed from the outlet when finished.
If the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly, this may indicate the battery is improperly installed. Remove it and try again. If the CHARGE indicator still flashes rapidly, it may indicate the battery pack cannot be used. Please consult your dealer for assistance.
To Refresh a Battery:
1.Plug in the adapter/charger and attach the battery.
2.Press REFRESH.
The CHARGE indicator flashes slowly and any remaining charge in the battery is discharged. The CHARGE indicator then stops flashing and the battery pack is recharged.
3.Remove the battery when the CHARGE indicator turns off.
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