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Tips for Using the Battery Pack
Charging Temperature
You should charge batteries at temperatures from 50°F to 86°F (from 10°C to 30°C). Lower temperatures
require a longer charging time.
Sony Batteries are Recommended
Use of non-Sonv batteries may damage your Uandycam camcorder.
Notes on Charging
A Brand-new Battery
A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely.
After Long Storage
Recharge the battery pack after a long period of storage. If the battery pack is charged fully but not used
for a long time (about 1 year), it becomes discharged. Charge it again, but in this case the battery life will
be shorter than normal. After several charging and discharging cycles, the battery life will recover its
original capacity.
Notes on the Terminals
If the terminals (metal parts on the back) are not clean, the battery charge duration will be
shortened.
When the terminals are not clean or when the battery pack has not been used for a long time, repeat
installing and removing the battery pack a few times. This improves the contact condition. Also, wipe
the + and - terminals with a soft cloth or paper.
Be Sure to Observe the Following
• To prevent an accident caused by a short circuit, do not allow metal objects such as a necklace
to touch the battery terminals. Carry the battery pack attaching to the terminal cover, [d]
• Keep the battery pack away from fire.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Do not open nor convert the battery pack.
• Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
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