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When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a
long storage period, the
POWER/CHARGE
lamp may not
light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the
camcorder, then try charging again.
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If the battery operation time remains extremely short even
after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and
needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.
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For other notes,
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pg. 38.
Using The Battery Pack
Perform steps
1
–
2
in “Charging The Battery Pack”.
Maximum continuous recording time
* Provided
NOTES:
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Recording time is reduced significantly under the following
conditions:
• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
• The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
• The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
• The White LED Light is used.
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Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare
enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned
shooting time.
ATTENTION:
Before detaching the power source, make sure that the
camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in
a camcorder malfunction.
Using AC Power
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder as shown in
the illustration on page 6.
NOTES:
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The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
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Do not allow the DC terminals of the AC Adapter to come in
contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and
cause malfunction.
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For other notes,
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pg. 38.
About Batteries
DANGER!
Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or
expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause
a fire or explosion.
WARNING!
Do not allow the battery or its terminals to
come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short
circuit and possibly start a fire.
The Benefits Of
Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs
are small but have a large
power capacity. However,
when one is exposed to
cold temperatures (below
10°C/50°F), its usage time
becomes shorter and it
may cease to function. If
this happens, place the
battery pack in your pocket
or other warm, protected
place for a short time, then
re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack
itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.
(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack
does not come in direct contact with it.)
For other notes,
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pg. 38.
1
Adjust the velcro strip.
2
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
3
Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to
easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power
Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to fasten the
velcro strip to your preference.
Battery pack
LCD monitor on
Viewfinder on
BN-V408U*
1 hr. 10 min.
1 hr. 40 min.
BN-V416U
2 hr. 20 min.
3 hr. 15 min.
BN-V428U
4 hr. 10 min.
5 hr. 50 min.
Grip Adjustment
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in
colder temperatures.
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