Getting started

Installing the batteries

Before using your camcorder, you first need to install two size AA (LR6) Sony batteries or the charged battery pack. Use the supplied size AA (LR6) Sony batteries or the NP- F10 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (S seriese).

When you install or remove the batteries, be sure to turn off the camcorder to prevent misoperation of the camcorder.

You can also use house current as a power source. (P. 10)

(1) To open the lid of the battery compartment, slide the OPEN (BATT) release lever at the bottom of the camcorder to the left, then slide it toward you and release.

(2) Install two size AA (LR6) batteries or the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Then close the lid and slide it until it clicks.

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Note on size AA (LR6) batteries

•Be sure to install two size AA (LR6) batteries with correct polarity.

•You can not use size AA (LR6) batteries in a cold environment. Use the NP-F10 battery pack .

Battery life

When using two size AA (LR6) Sony batteries or the NP-F10 rechargeable battery pack:

Battery

Size AA (LR6) batteries

NP-F10

 

 

 

Continuous recording

60 minutes

90 (80) minutes

time*

 

 

 

 

 

Typical recording time**

30 minutes

50 (45) minutes

 

 

 

Playing time on LCD

60 minutes

90 (80) minutes

 

 

 

Numbers in parentheses of NP-F10 indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery.

*Approximate continuous recording time at 77°F (25°C). Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment.

**Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.

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