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This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets
you choose the most appropriate source of power.
Do not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
Charging The Battery Pack
1
With the arrow on the battery pack pointing to
the lens side, push the battery pack slightly
against the battery pack mount
a
, then slide the
battery pack until it locks in place
b
.
2
Set the Power Switch to “OFF” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
3
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder
c
,
then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter
d
.
4
Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet
e
.
5
The CHARGE Lamp on the camcorder blinks to
indicate charging has started.
6
When the CHARGE Lamp stops blinking but
stays lit, charging is finished.
7
Unplug the Power Cord from the AC outlet.
8
Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.
To detach the battery pack...
While sliding and holding the
BATT.RELEASE
tab to
the right, remove it.
NOTES:
●
During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.
●
If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack,
remove it first.
●
When charging the battery pack for the first time or
after a long storage period, the CHARGE Lamp may
not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from
the camcorder, then try charging again.
●
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.
●
For other notes,
墌
pg. 81.
Using The Battery Pack
Perform step
1
of “Charging The Battery Pack” in the
left column.
Approximate recording time
For GR-DVX709:
For GR-DVX509/400:
* Provided
NOTES:
●
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.
●
Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
Power
BATT.RELEASE
Tab
To AC outlet
e
To DC connector
c
Power Cord
Open the cover.
AC Adapter
d
Power Switch
CHARGE Lamp
Lock Button
Battery pack
Charging time
BN-V306U
Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
BN-V312U
(optional)
Approx. 2 hr. 40 min.
Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on
BN-V306U*
45 min.
55 min.
BN-V312U
1 hr. 40 min.
2 hr.
BN-V840U
4 hr. 50 min.
5 hr. 40 min.
BN-V856U
7 hr. 20 min.
8 hr. 35 min.
Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on
BN-V306U*
50 min.
1 hr. 05 min.
BN-V312U
1 hr. 50 min.
2 hr. 15 min.
BN-V840U
5 hr. 20 min.
6 hr. 40 min.
BN-V856U
8 hr. 10 min.
10 hr. 10 min.
GETTING STARTED
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