Advanced operations
Using alternative power sources
You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, the mains and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.
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Indoors | Mains | Supplied AC power adaptor |
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Outdoors | Battery pack | Battery pack |
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In the car | 12 V or 24 V car battery | Sony car battery charger |
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Note on power sources
Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or playback may damage the inserted tape. If this happens, restore the power supply again immediately.
Using the mains
(1) Connect the mains lead to the mains.
(2) Slide the connecting plate down into the guides at the rear of the camcorder until it clicks.
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To remove the connecting plate
The connecting plate is removed in the same way as the battery pack.
WARNING
The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.
PRECAUTION
The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the mains, even if the set itself has been turned off.
Notes on the VTR/CAMERA lamp
•The VTR/CAMERA lamp will remain lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged after use. This is normal.
•If the VTR/CAMERA lamp does not light, disconnect the mains lead. After about one minute, reconnect the mains lead.
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