12
Powering the Camcorder
Using the Rechargeable Battery
The battery must be charged as described on the next page before it can be
used the first time. Initial charging takes approximately 90 minutes. When
fully charged, the battery supplies approximately 75-95 minutes of operating
time– depending on how much the monitor, zoom, and pause are used.
Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off during recording breaks.
Attaching a Charged Battery
If the DC cable is attached to the
camcorder, remove it before attaching
the battery.
1. Lift the viewfinder.
2. Slide the battery into the back of
the camcorder. Make sure the
arrow diagram on the battery
points down so the contacts on
the battery and camcorder match.
3. Turn the Power Switch to record
(
M
or
A
). The power indicator
lights.
Removing a Battery
Press and hold the BATTERY
RELEASE button. Slide the battery
up and out to remove.
Safety Precautions
•
Do not short the
battery’s terminals.
•
Do not attempt to
disassemble or modify
the battery. No user-
serviceable parts are
inside.
•
Use the battery only
with specified adapter/
chargers and
camcorders.
•
Throwing the battery
into a fire or exposing
it to excessive heat –
over 149 degrees F (65
degrees C) could be
hazardous.
Battery Release
Button
