Getting Started

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge the battery pack immediately after purchase and when the remaining battery power is low.

The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase.1Attach the battery pack.

0Align the top of the battery with the mark on this unit, and slide in until the battery clicks into place.

2Connect the AC adapter to the DC connector.3Plug in the power.

0 The charging lamp blinks when charging is in progress. It goes out when charging is finished.

Warning

0Make sure not to insert the battery pack in the wrong direction. It may cause damage to the unit and battery pack.

Caution :

Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

0If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed.

0Charging Time:

Approx. 1 h 50 m (using supplied battery pack, BN-VG107U) Approx. 2 h 30 m (using supplied battery pack, BN-VG114U)

0The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C (77°F). If the battery pack is charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F), charging may take a longer time or it may not start.

CHARGE lamp blinks 2 times in a slow cycle for notification if the battery charge does not start. Also, please note that the recordable and playable time may also be shortened under some usage conditions such as at low temperature.

0If malfunctions (overvoltage, etc) occur, or if any battery manufactured other than JVC is attempted for battery charge, charging stops. In these cases, the CHARGE lamp blinks quickly for notification.

Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter.

0If you use any other AC adapters besides the supplied AC adapter, malfunctions may occur.

0You can record or play back videos while the AC adapter is connected. (Battery charging cannot be performed during recording or playback.) Remove the battery when the unit is to be used for a long time. Performance of the battery may drop if it is left attached to the unit.

Rechargeable Batteries：

0When using the battery in a low temperature environment (10°C (50°F) or below), the operating time may be shortened, or it may not function properly. When using this unit outdoors in the winter weather, warm the battery, such as by placing it in the pocket, before attaching it. (Keep away from direct contact with a warm pack.)

0Do not expose the battery to excessive heat, such as direct sunlight or fire.

0After removing the battery, store it in a dry place between 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).

0Keep a 30 % battery level (X) if the battery pack is not to be used for a long period of time. In addition, fully charge and then fully discharge the battery pack every 6 months, then continue to store it at a 30 % battery level (X).

Memo :

0You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours indoors.(Battery charging begins when the LCD monitor is closed.)Detaching the Battery PackTo detach the battery pack, perform the above steps in reverse order.Slide the battery release lever to detach the battery from this unit.Approximate Battery Charging Time (Using AC Adapter)

Battery Pack

Charging time

BN-VG107U

1 h 50 m
(Supplied: GZ-E300)

 

BN-VG114U2 h 30 m
(Supplied: GZ-EX355/GZ-EX310)

 

BN-VG121U3 h 30 m

 

 

BN-VG138U6 h 10 m

 

 

0When the battery life is reached, the recording time becomes shorter even if the battery pack is fully charged.

(Replace the battery pack with a new one.)

*The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C (77°F). If the battery pack is charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F), charging may take a longer time or it may not start. The recordable and playable time may also be shortened under some usage conditions such as at low temperature.

“Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)” (A p. 63)

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