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CAUTIONS
Battery Packs
The supplied battery 
pack is a lithium-ion 
battery. Before using the 
supplied battery pack or 
an optional battery pack, 
be sure to read the 
following cautions:
● To avoid hazards
 ... do not burn.
 ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When 
transporting, make sure the provided battery cap 
is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is 
misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
 ... do not modify or disassemble.
 ... do not expose the battery to temperatures 
exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery to 
overheat, explode or catch fire.
 ... use only specified chargers.
● To prevent damage and prolong service 
life
 ... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
 ... charge in an environment where temperatures 
are within the tolerances shown in the chart 
below. This is a chemical reaction type battery — 
cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, 
while warmer temperatures can prevent 
complete charging.
 ... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to 
high temperatures will increase natural discharge 
and shorten service life.
 ... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery 
every 6 months when storing the battery pack 
over a long period time.
 ... remove from charger or powered unit when not in 
use, as some machines use current even when 
switched off.
NOTES:
● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after 
charging, or after use.
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging: 10°C to 35°C
Operation: 0°C to 40°C
Storage: –20°C to 50°C
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging 
takes.
● Charging times are for a fully discharged battery 
pack.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be 
sure to read the following cautions:
● During use
 ... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.
 ... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes 
automatically erases the previously recorded 
video and audio signals.
 ... make sure the cassette is positioned properly 
when inserting.
 ... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly 
without allowing the tape to run at all. This 
slackens the tape and can result in damage.
 ... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes 
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
● Store cassettes
 ... away from heaters or other heat sources.
 ... out of direct sunlight.
 ... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary 
shock or vibration.
 ... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic 
fields (such as those generated by motors, 
transformers or magnets).
 ... vertically, in their original cases.
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), 
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.
Terminals
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