JVC GR-FXM333, Instructions Manual

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5
GETTING ST
ARTED
Charge Marker
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to
help you remember whether it has been charged or
not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you
choose which one means charged and which means
discharged.
NOTES:
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The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record-Standby mode and the
frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
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Charging times noted on page 4 are for a fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for a fully
charged battery pack.
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Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
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Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
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Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
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While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger does
not charge the battery. When discharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/
Charger to store it.
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High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Do not
allow it to discharge in a container, such as a bag.
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If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.
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Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
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To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
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Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
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The CHARGE indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that has been
stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The
CHARGE indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as
shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
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The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.
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When using the DC cord, make sure you connect
the end of the cord with the core filter to the
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter
(connect as shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
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When using the car battery, leave the engine
idling.
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The optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter (BH-V3E)
can also be used to charge the battery pack (except
BN-V20U/V856U).
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When using the optional Car Battery Charger/
Adapter, refer to the respective instruction booklet.
To DC IN jack
DC OUT
terminal
To AC outlet
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V15EG
DC Cord
To car’s
cigarette
lighter socket
Charge marker
Car Battery
Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)