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5Set the POWER switch to OFF
(CHG).
The CHG lamp lights up and charging
starts.

After charging the battery

The CHG lamp turns off when the battery is
fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor
from the DC IN jack.
zTips
• You can check the remaining battery life with
the status check function (p.50).

To remove the battery pack

Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release)
button and remove the battery pack.

To store the battery pack

If the battery pack is not in use for a while,
run down the battery and store it. See page
101 for details on storage of the battery
pack.

Charging time

Approximate time (min.) required when
you fully charge a fully discharged battery
pack.
bNotes
• You cannot use the NP-F330 battery pack with
your camcorder.
On the battery pack
• Before changing the battery pack, slide the
POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
• The CHG lamp flashes during charging, or the
Battery Info (p.50) will not be correctly
displayed under the following conditions.
– The battery pack is not attached correctly.
– The battery pack is damaged.
– The battery pack is worn-out.
Battery pack Charging time
NP-F570 (supplied) 260
NP-F770 370
NP-F970 485
BATT RELEASE
(battery release) button

Step 3: Charging the battery pack (Continued)