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Remaining Battery Level Indicator
When the battery pack is used to power the DVD Video Camera, the battery remaining level appears in
the viewfinder or on the LCD screen as follows:
Note:
•If you use the provided battery pack, the remaining level indicator “ ” may be displayed for an extended period, and
“ ” or “ ” may be displayed for a shorter period.
Efficient Use of Battery Pack
Charge battery pack immediately before using
DVD Video Camera:
The battery pack will slightly discharge even if it is
detached from the DVD Video Camera. If the
battery pack is left attached to DVD Video Camera,
it will consume a slight amount of power.
Important Note:
It is recommended that you charge the battery pack
shortly before using the DVD Video Camera, usually on
the day before you plan to use it.
Since the battery pack used for this DVD Video
Camera is free from the memory effect, you do not
need to completely discharge the battery pack
before charging it.
When not using the DVD Video Camera for an
extended period:
It is recommended that you fully charge the battery
pack once a year, attach it to DVD Video Camera
and use it up; then remove the battery pack and
store it in a cool place again.
Store in cool place:
When you are not using the DVD Video Camera,
remove the battery pack and store it in a cool place.
If you store it in a place where the temperature is
high, the battery life will be shortened. Be especially
sure not to store the battery pack in an environment
(in a closed vehicle) over 140°F (60°C). Neglecting
this could damage the battery pack.
Battery life:
Battery life varies greatly depending on the ambient
environment and how often the DVD Video Camera
is used. If the usable time of DVD Video Camera
with a fully charged battery pack is noticeably short,
the battery pack is probably dead: Purchase a new
one.
Power save and discharge of battery pack:
It is recommended that you turn the DVD Video
Camera off in status other than recording, since
even during recording pause battery power is
consumed at the same level as during recording.
If, when you specify Power Save On, the recording
pause status continues for approximately 5
minutes, the DVD Video Camera will automatically
turn off.
To set or release power save, see “Turning DVD
Video Camera Off Automatically (Power Save)” on
page93.
Fully charged Nearly empty
Shows remaining level
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