The power turns off frequently although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate.

•A problem has occurred in the remaining battery time indicator, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again to correct the indication (p. 11).

The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.

•The temperature of the environment is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction.

•Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one. It may be damaged (p. 11, 104).

•The indicated time may not be correct depending on the environment of use. When you open or close the LCD panel, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time.

The battery pack is quickly discharged.

•The temperature of the environment is too high or low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction.

•Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one. It may be damaged (p. 11, 104).

A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor.

•Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket. Then, connect it again.

LCD screen/viewfinder

An unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or viewfinder.

•The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p. 52). Touch the LCD screen or insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” to cancel [DEMO MODE].

An unknown indicator appears on the screen.

• Refer to the indicator list (p. 95).

The picture remains on the LCD screen.

•This occurs if you disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery pack without turning off the power first. This is not a malfunction.

The buttons do not appear on the touch panel.

•Touch the LCD screen lightly.

•Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your camcorder (or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander) (p. 17).

Troubleshooting

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