Powering Your Camcorder

Using the Optional AC Adapter/Charger

The optional CPS801C AC adapter/charger shown on page 43 will power the camcorder and charge your rechargeable nickel cadmium battery.

To AC Wall Outlet

 

 

100-240 Volts, 50/60 Hz.

 

 

 

 

Caution:

 

 

When a battery

 

 

is attached to

Battery Pack

 

the adapter/

 

 

charger, do not

 

 

turn them

 

 

upside down.

 

 

The battery

 

 

may fall off and

 

REFRESH Button

be damaged or

 

cause injury.

POWER Indicator

CHARGE Indicator

 

Charging and Refreshing Rechargeable Battery

The battery pack provides longer operation time if it is refreshed (completely discharged) before every charging. Refreshing takes approximately 3-1/2 hours.

Charge the Battery

1.Plug adapter/charger into an AC outlet (100-240V, 50/60Hz).

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.

Notes: 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.

Refresh the 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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RCA Pro847 manual Using the Optional AC Adapter/Charger, Charging and Refreshing Rechargeable Battery, Refresh the Battery