preparation

The amount of continuous recording time available depends on:

•The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using.

•Ambient temperature.

•How often the zoom function is used.

•Type of use (camcorder/camera/With LCD screen etc.)

•It is recommended that you have several batteries available.

•To check the remaining battery charge, press and hold the Display ( ) button. ➥page 21

•The charging time will vary depending on the remaining battery level.

Battery Level Display

The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack.

a.

Fully charged

b. 20~40% used

c.

40~80% used

d. 80~95% used

e.

Completely used (Blinking)

(The Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible.)

(Blinking)

Battery Pack Management

•The battery pack should be recharged in an environment between 0 °C (32 °F) and 40°C (104 °F).

•The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or left in temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F) for a long period of time, even when it is fully recharged.

•Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (i.e. fire or a heater).

•Do not disassemble, apply pressure to, or heat the battery pack.

•Do not allow the + and – terminals of the battery pack to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce overheating or fire.

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