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Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
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| The following functions are available with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery |
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| – Quickly charging |
Specifications
| Power requirements | 12/24 V DC |
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| Output voltage | DC OUT: |
| 8.4 V, 2.0 A in operating mode |
| Battery charge terminal: |
| 8.4 V, 1.4 A in charge mode |
| Application | Sony battery pack |
When the CHARGE lamp flashes
If a problem occurs during charging, the CHARGE lamp flashes and WARNING appears on the display.
Check through the following chart.Remove the battery pack from this unit, then install the same battery pack again.
Fuse Replacement
If this unit is not working properly, check to see if the fuse has blown out. If the fuse has blown out, replace it in the following way.
| 1 Twist the end of the plug and remove it. |
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The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data with compatible electronic equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with electronic
equipment having the
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| F530/F550/F730/F750/F930/F950 | ||||
| Operating temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) | ||||
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| Dimensions | Approx. 136 x 48 x 90 mm (w/h/d) | ||||
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| Supplied accessories | Connecting cord | ||||
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Sony Corporation © 1999 Printed in JapanOwner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “Dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
The Graphical Symbols with Supplemental Marking is located on the bottom of the unit.
Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.8 |
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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.Notes on Use
About the remaining battery time
While charging the battery pack, this unit will show the remaining battery time with your video equipment, etc. on the following conditions.
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| Make sure that you use the battery pack having the | mark. |
Consult the operating instructions supplied with your video equipment if it is applied to “InfoLITHIUM”.
Though the following models are applied to “InfoLITHIUM”, the remaining battery time is not displayed on this unit.
DCR- SC100/SC100E/TRV7/TRV7ECCD- TR555/TR555E/TR610E/TR710/TR710E/TR760E/TR790E/TR810E/ TR820E/TR825E/TR910/TR910E/TR920E/TR930/TR1100E/ TR2200E/TR2300/TR2300E/TR3100E/TR3300/TR3300E/TR3400/ TRV31/TRV31E/TRV41/TRV41E/TRV51/TRV51E/TRV54E/ TRV56E/TRV61E/TRV62/TRV64E/TRV72/TRV81/TRV81E/ TRV82/TRV91E/TRV94/TRV94E/TRV101/TRV101E/ SC55/SC55E/SC65/SC65E
If you use this battery pack with electronic equipment not having the mark, the remaining battery capacity will not be indicated in minutes.*
*The indication may not be accurate depending on the condition and environment which the equipment is used under
Charging
Use only a lithium ion type battery pack. This unit cannot be used to charge a
The temperature range for charging is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). However, to provide maximum battery efficiency, the recommended temperature range when charging is 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Others
•Use this car battery charger only for cars which use a 12 or 24 volt battery.•There are cars which are negatively grounded and there are others which are positively grounded.
This car battery charger is for negatively grounded cars only.•Use the unit with leaving the car engine going. If you use the unit with the car engine stopped, the car battery may become unusable.
•This unit is not disconnected form the power source as long as it is connected to the cigarette lighter socket of a car.
•Unplug the car battery cord from the cigarette lighter socket when not in use. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
•Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if it has been dropped or damaged.
•Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of the unit or connecting plate. If it does, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.
•Always keep the metal contacts clean.•Do not disassemble or convert the unit.•Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.•While the unit is in use, it gets warm. But this is normal.•Keep the unit away from AM receivers, because it will disturb AM reception.•Do not place the unit in a location where it will be in direct sunlight such as on the dashboard.
If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES” mark.
Identifying the parts
See illustration A.1Terminal shutter (“InfoLITHIUM” (L series))2 Terminal shutter (“InfoLITHIUM” (M series))3 DC OUT connector4 CHARGE lamp5 Mode change switch6 DISPLAY CHANGE button7 Display windowDisplay window8“InfoLITHIUM” indicator9 WARNING indicator0 TIME TO CHG (charge) indicator qa Time indicatorqs BATTERY LIFE (battery remaining time) indicator qd VCR/CAMERA indicatorqf Full charge indicatorqg Remaining battery indicatorTo Charge the Battery Pack
See illustration B.1Set the mode change switch to CHARGE.2Connect the power cord to this unit.3Connect the power cord to the cigarette lighter socket.The beep sounds and the display window lights up.4Install the battery pack.Charging begins. When the remaining battery indicator becomes 
and the CHARGE lamp lights up, normal charge is completed. For full charge, which allows you to use the battery slightly longer than “normal charge”, leave the battery pack attached until the CHARGE lamp goes out.
Remove the battery pack when required. It can be used even if the charging is not completed.
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To Install the battery pack
“InfoLITHIUM” (L series)1Place the battery pack on this unit with the b mark facing the terminal shutter (L series).
2Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.Press the battery pack until the terminal shutter enters completely into this unit.
“InfoLITHIUM” (M series)1Place the battery pack on this unit with the B mark facing the terminal shutter (M series).
2Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
Press the battery pack until the terminal shutter lifts completely.NoteWhen you install the battery pack, be sure not to strike it to the terminal of the DC adaptor/charger.
Charging time
The following table shows the charging time for the battery pack which is discharged completely.
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•Approximate minutes in parentheses indicate the time when you charge normally (Normal charge).
•To ascertain the battery life, refer to the instruction manual of the video equipment which you use.
•The charging time may differ depending on the condition of the battery pack or the temperature of the environment.
Notes•When the mode change switch is set to VCR/CAMERA during charging, charging stops.
•If the CHARGE lamp does not light or flash, check that the battery pack is correctly attached to the DC adaptor/charger. If it is not attached, it will not be charged.
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To remove the battery pack
Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow,then lift it straight out.
To Check Charging
While charging, you can check the charging time on the display. After starting charging in a minute, BATTERY LIFE lights up on the display.
Press DISPLAY CHANGE while charging.Each time you press DISPLAY CHANGE, the display changes as follows.
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Notes
•The time display shows the approximate time when charging at 10°C - 30°C. The time display may differ from the actual charging time depending on using conditions and circumstances.
•The time display may show “– – –
–There is a difference between the displayed time and actual charging time. Even if this happens, continue charging.
•Full charge requires about 1 hour after normal charge is completed. If you remove the battery pack between normal charge and full charge, the charging time may not be displayed properly in the next charging.
•If the charging time is not displayed properly, fully charge the battery pack. The charging time will be displayed properly.
•When you attach a fully charged battery pack to this unit, “TIME TO CHG FULL 1h” may appear on the display. However, the unit is not malfunctioning.
•The remaining battery time may not be displayed depending on using conditions and circumstances of your video camera recorder and of the battery. See “About the remaining time” for more details.
•You may wait for a while after pressing DISPLAY CHANGE until the display shows the time indication.
•To display the remaining battery time of a new battery, attach it to your video camera recorder and use it for about 20 seconds. Then, charge the battery with this unit.
To Operate Video Equipment
See illustration C.Use the suppliedFor details of the connection, refer to the instruction manual of your video equipment.
1Set the mode change switch to VCR/CAMERA.2Connect the DC cord to the cigarette lighter socket.3Connect the connecting cord A to the DC OUT connector of this unit.4Connect the connecting cord to the video equipment.When using the connecting cordTo remove the connecting plate, slide it up while pressing the battery release lever C.
When using the connecting cordOpen the cover, and insert the connecting plug D. To remove the connecting plug, pull it out.
Notes
•If you set the mode change switch to CHARGE while operating the video equipment, the power supply to the video equipment stops.
•You cannot charge the battery pack attached to this unit while supplying the power to the video equipment.
•Keep this unit away from the video equipment if the picture is disturbed.Notes
•Replace the fuse with a fuse of the same voltage (4 A, 125 V).•If the car's cigarette lighter socket is dirty with ash, etc., the plug part will become hot due to a poor connection. Be sure to clean it before using.
•When replacing the fuse, do not substitute anything for the specified fuse.•If the fuse blows again soon after replacement, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Please contact your car dealer about the polarity that your car is grounded or the voltage of your car battery, etc.