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17
Mastering
the Basics
Charging, Recording and Playback Time
Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or
playback conditions.
Charging Time
• Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 41º F and 104º F (5º C and 40º C).
• A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike conventional
battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge it before charging.
Recording Time
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power
on/off. Actual time may be shorter.
• We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you
might need.
• To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause
mode.
Playback Time
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Battery Pack
Charging Time
BP-407 (Supplied)
85 min.
BP-406 (Optional)
70 min.
BP-412 (Optional)
130 min.
BP-422 (Optional)
220 min.
Battery Pack
Maximum Recording Time
Typical Recording Time*
Using the Viewfinder Using the LCD Using the Viewfinder Using the LCD
BP-407 (Supplied)
75 min.
60 min.
40 min.
35 min.
BP-406 (Optional)
70 min.
55 min.
40 min.
30 min.
BP-412 (Optional)
120 min.
100 min.
70 min.
60 min.
BP-422 (Optional)
230 min.
190 min.
130 min.
110 min.
Battery Pack
Playback Time
(Using the LCD)
BP-407 (Supplied)
85 min.
BP-406 (Optional)
80 min.
BP-412 (Optional)
140 min.
BP-422 (Optional)
260 min.