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CAUTIONS
General Battery PrecautionsY The lower the temperature, the longer
Please make note of the following rules for batteryrecharging takes.
use. When misused, the batteries can leak or
Cassettes
explode.To properly use and store your cassettes:
1) Do not use any different size of batteries from1) During use�CAUTIONS
those speciŢed.� beware that recording onto prerecorded tapes
2) Be sure to insert batteries in the correct
automatically erases the previously recorded
direction.
video and audio signals.
3) Do not use rechargeable batteries.� make sure the cassette is positioned properly
4) Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat
when inserting.
as they can leak or explode.� do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly
5) Do not dispose of the batteries in a Ţre.
without allowing the tape to run at all. This
6) Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to beslackens the tape and can result in damage.
stored for an extended period to avoid battery� do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
leakage which can cause malfunctions.
the tape to Ţngerprints and dust.
Battery Packs2) Store cassettes�
The battery packs are nickel-� away from heaters, other heat sources or direct
cadmium or nickel metal-hydridesunlight.
batteries. Before using the supplied� where they wonOt be subject to unnecessary
battery pack or an optional batteryshock or vibration.
pack, be sure to read the following� where they wonOt be exposed to strong
cautions:magnetic Ţelds (such as those generated by
1) To avoid hazard�motors, transformers or magnets).
� do not burn.� vertically, in their original cases.
� do not short-circuit the terminals.TerminalsMain Unit
� do not modify or disassemble.
1) For safety, DO NOT�
� use only speciŢed chargers. � open the camcorderOs chassis.
2) To prevent damage and prolong service
� disassemble or modify the unit.
life�� short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
� do not subject to unnecessary shock.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
� avoid repeated charging without fully
use.
discharging.� allow in�ammables, water or metallic objects to
� charge in an environment where temperatures
enter the unit.
are within the tolerances shown in the chart� remove the battery pack or disconnect the
below. This is a chemical reaction type
power supply while the power is on.
batteryNcooler temperatures impede chemical
� leave the battery pack attached when the
reaction, while warmer temperatures cancamcorder is not in use.
prevent complete charging.
� store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
� fully charged and then fully discharged the
battery every 6 months when storing it over a
long period of time.
� remove from charger or powered unit when not
in use.
Y It is normal for the battery pack to be warm
after charging, or after use.
Temperature Range SpeciŢcations
Charging......................................10!C to 35!C
Operation ......................................0!C to 40!C
Storage......................................�10!C to 30!C
Y Recharging time is based on room
temperature of 20!C.
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