123 Insert the battery holder into the battery case of the
recorder correctly as shown in the diagram below, while
paying attention to the polarity displays (+: plus, and -:
minus) on the case.
AA
AA AA
AA
AA
AA
AA
AA
A
tab
ribbon
Battery holder
4 Re-attach the removed battery case cover.
Notes
● When using the optional rechargeable batteries for the first
time, fully charge the batteries Connect the provided AC
adaptor to the recorder to recharge the batteries.
● If the batteries run out during the HD recording, recording
automatically stops and the file information is updated
before the recorder shuts down.
● When burning data from the HD to a CD-R, the CD
burning process will not start if there is not enough battery
power remaining. Furthermore, if the batteries run out
while burning to the CD-R, recording will stop and the
recorder will shut down. If this happens, the CD burning
process may not complete correctly.
Safety cautions on handling batteries
Always follow the points below when using batteries to avoid
electrolyte leakage, overheating, fire, rupturing, ingestion, etc.
● Electrolyte leakage or corrosion may occur if batteries
are kept inside the recorder for prolonged periods of
time. If the recorder is not to be used for a prolonged
period, remove the batteries to prevent electrolyte
leakage.
● Make sure that the + and – markings on the batteries
are aligned with the corresponding markings in the
battery case and the battery holder.
● Do not recharge, heat, or disassemble batteries. Do not
throw dry cell batteries onto a fire.
● Do not insert old or exhausted batteries into the
recorder.
● Do not mix the type of battery, and do not use both old
and new batteries together.
● If the recorder does not operate correctly, replace the old
batteries with new ones.
● If electrolyte has leaked, thoroughly wipe the inside of
the battery holder, and then insert new batteries.
Installing an optional Ni-Cd or Ni-MH battery
ribbon
tab
Optional battery
Install the battery with tab as shown and over the ribbon for
easy battery removal.
When changing battery type, be sure you change the Battery
type menu setting for optimal battery performance.
Charging the optional Ni-Cd battery
• Load the Ni-Cd battery correctly in the battery
compartment.
• Connect the AC power pack and AC adaptor into power
supply.
• Select Ni-Cd in the battery type menu. (☞ P.XX)
• Power the CDR310 on, then off for the charging cycle to
begin.
• The CDR310 must be off during battery charging.
While charging (about 3 hours), the CHARGE indicator will be
lit and steady.
When the Ni-Cd battery charge cycle is complete, the
CHARGE indicator will be off.