Getting Started

Charging the Battery

The first step is to set the battery for charging. To charge the battery, attach it to the camcorder, and connect the VM-ACE5A AC adaptor. Charge the battery at a temperature range of 50°F (10°C) - 86°F (3O°C) to prevent damage to the battery.

Note: This camcorder operates with a lithium ion battery such as

VM-BPL13/VM-BPL27/VM-BPL30/VM-

BPL60.

 

Note: We cannot be responsible for any malfunctions of the camcorder which occur when you use battery packs other than those specified.

Charge the battery on a flat surface this is free of vibration.

1 Make sure the CAM/OFF/VCR switch is set to OFF position.

2 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.

•Align the bottom of the battery with mark on the camcorder so that the battery fits into the grooves. Then slide the battery downward, as illustrated.

Note: Always attach a battery only by the procedure described here. Attaching a battery forcibly could damage it.

3 Plug the AC adaptor power cord into an AC outlet.

Make sure that the wide blade fits into the wide slot. If it doesn't fit, try reversing it. If the blades still do not fit fully into the outlet, either contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet, or use a polarized cord or outlet

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