Powering Your Camcorder
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Charge the Battery
1. Plug adapter/charger into an AC outlet
(100-240V, 50/60Hz).
The POWER indicator lights.
2. Align the reference marks on the
battery with marks on the adapter/
charger and slide the battery in the
direction of the arrow until it locks.
The CHARGE indicator lights while
battery is charging.
3. Remove the battery when the
CHARGE indicator turns off.
Notes: Make sure AC power cord is removed
from the outlet when finished.
If the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly, this
may indicate the battery is improperly
Charging and Refreshing Rechargeable Battery
The battery pack provides longer operation time if it is refreshed (completely
discharged) before every charging. Refreshing takes approximately 3-1/2 hours.
Using the Optional AC Adapter/Charger
The optional CPS801C AC adapter/charger shown on page 43 will power
the camcorder and charge your rechargeable nickel cadmium battery.
Caution:
When a battery
is attached to
the adapter/
charger, do not
turn them
upside down.
The battery
may fall off and
be damaged or
cause injury.
POWER Indicator
To AC Wall Outlet
100-240 Volts, 50/60 Hz.
Battery Pack
CHARGE Indicator
REFRESH Button
installed. Remove it and try again. If the
CHARGE indicator still flashes rapidly, it
may indicate the battery pack cannot be used.
Refresh the Battery
1. Plug in the adapter/charger and attach
the battery.
2. Press REFRESH.
The CHARGE indicator flashes slowly
and any remaining charge in the
battery is discharged. The CHARGE
indicator then stops flashing and the
battery pack is recharged.
3. Remove the battery when the
CHARGE indicator turns off.
