6
Getting started
Charging and installing the battery pack
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Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To
charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor.
This camcorder operates with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. If you use any other battery
to operate your camcorder, the camcorder may not operate or the battery life may be
shortened.
“InfoLITHIUM” is a trade mark of Sony Corporation.
Charging the battery pack
Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration.
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Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
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Align the surface of the battery pack indicated by the
z
mark with the edge of
the terminal shutter of the AC power adaptor. Then fit and slide the battery
pack in the direction of the arrow. The CHARGE lamp (orange) lights up.
Charging begins.
When the CHARGE lamp goes out,
normal charge
is completed. For
full charge
,
which allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack in place
for approximately one hour. Unplug the unit from the wall outlet, then remove the
battery pack and install it into the camcorder. You can also use the battery pack before it
is completely charged.
Charging time
Battery pack
NP-F330 (supplied)
NP-F530
NP-F730
NP-F930
Charging time* (min.)
160 (100)
170 (110)
250 (190)
330 (270)
The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses.
* Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power
adaptor (full charge). (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.)
