Sony DCR-HC47E User Manual

conform to the universal standard. (These 
models are not sold in some regions.)

• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo” that 

has been used with another device, format it 
with your camcorder (p. 39). Note that 
formatting erases all information on the 
“Memory Stick Duo.”

• You may not be able to play back images with 

your camcorder:
– When playing back image data modified on 

your computer.

– When playing back image data recorded with 

other devices.

This unit is compatible with an 
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).
Your camcorder operates only with an 
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
“InfoLITHIUM” H series battery packs 
have the 

 mark.

An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a 
lithium-ion battery pack that has functions 
for communicating information related to 
operating conditions between your 
camcorder and an optional AC Adaptor/
charger.
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack 
calculates the power consumption 
according to the operating conditions of 
your camcorder, and displays the remaining 
battery time in minutes.

• Be sure to charge the battery pack before you 

start using your camcorder.

• We recommend charging the battery pack in an 

ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C 
(50 °F to 86 °F) until the CHG (charge) lamp 
turns off. If you charge the battery pack outside 
of this temperature range, you may not be able 
to charge it efficiently.

• When charging the battery pack while the AC 

Adaptor is connected to your camcorder, after 

charging is complete, disconnect the cable from 
the DC IN jack on your camcorder or remove 
the battery pack.

• Battery pack performance decreases when the 

surrounding temperature is 10 °C (50 °F) or 
below, and the length of time you can use the 
battery pack becomes shorter. In that case, do 
one of the following to use the battery pack for a 
longer time.
– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, 

and insert it in your camcorder right before 
you start taking shots.

– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/

FH100 (optional).

• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent 

playback, fast forward or rewind operation 
wears out the battery pack faster.
We recommend using a large capacity battery 
pack: NP-FH70/FH100 (optional).

• Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF 

(CHG) when not recording or playing back on 
your camcorder. The battery pack is also 
consumed when your camcorder is in recording 
standby or playback pause.

• Have spare battery packs ready for two or three 

times the expected recording time, and make 
trial recordings before making the actual 
recording.

• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The 

battery pack is not water resistant.

• When the power goes off even though the 

remaining battery time indicator indicates that 
the battery pack has enough power to operate, 
charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining 
battery time will be indicated correctly. Note, 
however, that the battery indication will not be 
restored if it is used in high temperatures for a 
long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or 
when the battery pack is frequently used. Use 
the remaining battery time indication as a rough 
guide only.

• The E mark that indicates low battery flashes 

even if there are still 5 to 10 minutes of battery 
time remaining, depending on the operating 
conditions or ambient temperature.