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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 a cold environment
Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery will be used up more quickly, if you are
recording in a cold environment.
To save battery power
Turn STANDBY down to LOCK when not recording to save battery power.
A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and
started again. While you are positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking
through the viewfinder lens, the lens moves automatically and the battery is used. The
battery is also used when a tape is inserted or removed.
When to replace the battery pack
While you are using your digital camcorder, the remaining battery indicator in the
viewfinder decreases gradually as battery power is used up.
When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the i indicator may
appear and start flashing in the viewfinder.
When the i indicator in the viewfinder changes from slow flashing to rapid flashing
while you are recording, set the POWER switch to OFF on the digital camcorder and
replace the battery pack. Leave the tape in the digital camcorder to obtain a smooth
transition between scenes after the battery pack has been replaced.
Notes on the rechargeable battery pack
Caution
Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car
parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
The battery pack heats up
During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that
has been generated and a chemical change that has occurred inside the battery pack.
This is not cause for concern and is normal.
Battery pack care
• Remove the battery pack form the digital camcorder after using it, and keep it in
a cool place. When the battery pack is installed to the digital camcorder, a small
amount of current flows to the digital camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to
OFF. This shortens battery life.
• The battery pack is always discharging even when it is not in use after charging.
Therefore, you should charge the battery pack right before using the digital
camcorder.