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Additional information
Tips for using the battery pack
This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack.
Preparing the battery pack
Always carry additional batteries
Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have
planned.
Battery life is shorter in cold environment
Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery will be used up more quickly, if you
are recording in cold environment.
To save battery power
Turn the STANDBY switch on the camcorder down when not recording to save
battery power.
A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and
started again. While positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking through
the viewfinder lens or on the LCD screen, the lens moves automatically and the
battery is used. The battery is also used when a cassette is inserted or removed.
When to replace the battery
While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator decreases
gradually as battery power is used up.
When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the
i
indicator
appears and starts flashing.
When the
i
indicator changes from slow flashing to rapid flashing while you are
recording, set the POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace the battery
pack. Leave the tape in the camcorder to obtain smooth transition between scenes
before and after the battery pack has been replaced.
Note on the remaining battery indicator
The remaining battery indicator of the camcorder may indicate a different remaining
capacity from that of the battery pack with its own indicator (not supplied). The
indicator on the battery pack is more accurate.
Notes on the rechargeable battery pack
CAUTION
Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140 °F (60 °C), such as in a car
parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
