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Mastering
the Basics
Charging, Recording and Playback Time
Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or
playback conditions.
Charging Time
• Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 5º C and 40º C.
•A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike conventional
battery packs, you do not need to completely use or discharge it before charging.
Recording Time
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power
on/off. Actual time may be shorter.
•We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you
might need.
•To conserve battery charge, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause
mode.
Playback Time
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Battery Pack Charging Time
BP-407 (Supplied) 85 min.
BP-406 (Optional) 70 min.
BP-412 (Optional) 130 min.
BP-422 (Optional) 220 min.
Battery Pack Playback Time
(Using the LCD)
BP-407 (Supplied) 85 min.
BP-406 (Optional) 80 min.
BP-412 (Optional) 140 min.
BP-422 (Optional) 260 min.
Battery Pack Maximum Recording Time Typical Recording Time*
Using the Viewfinder
Using the LCD
Using the Viewfinder
Using the LCD
BP-407 (Supplied) 75 min. 60 min. 40 min. 35 min.
BP-406 (Optional) 70 min. 55 min. 40 min. 30 min.
BP-412 (Optional) 120 min. 100 min. 70 min. 60 min.
BP-422 (Optional) 230 min. 190 min. 130 min. 110 min.
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