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Detaching the DC power cord/battery pack from
the camcorder
Efficient use of the battery
• The battery will slightly discharge even if it is detached from the camcorder.
• If the battery is left attached to the camcorder, it will consume a slight amount of
power. Therefore, it is recommended that you charge the battery a day before
using the camcorder.
When you intend not to use the camcorder for an extended period of time
It is recommended that you fully charge the battery every six months, attach it to
the camcorder, turn it on and fully deplete the battery charge, then remove the
battery and store it in a cool place again.
Battery life
The battery life varies greatly depending on the ambient environment and how often
the camcorder is used. If the usable time of the camcorder with a fully charged
battery is noticeably short, the battery should be replaced. Purchase a new one.
Power Save function
To save power, do not leave the camcorder in recording pause mode for too long.
Even during recording pause, battery power is consumed at about the same level as
during recording.
By turning the power save function On, the camcorder will automatically turn off
if left idle for approximately five minutes in recording pause mode. For power save
function, see “About the LCD setup and initial setup” (p.42).
Notes
• The battery pack will not be charged while the DC power cord is connected to the
AC adapter/charger even if the battery pack is attached to the AC adapter/charger.
• The AC adapter/charger can be used around the world. An AC plug adapter is
required in some foreign countries. If you need one, purchase it from your local
electronics distributor.
AC 200-240V
AC Plug Adapter (not supplied)
Always turn the power off before
disconnecting the power supply.
While pressing and holding
BATT
, slide
the DC connector or battery pack
upward, then remove it.
• Be careful not to drop the battery pack
while detaching it.
