Charging The Battery Pack - JVC Everio GZ-EX355 User Manual

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge the battery pack immediately after purchase and when the remaining
battery power is low.
The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase.
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Attach the battery pack.
Align the top of the battery with the mark on this unit, and slide in until
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the battery clicks into place.
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Connect the AC adapter to the DC connector.
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Plug in the power.
The charging lamp blinks when charging is in progress.
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It goes out when charging is finished.
Make sure not to insert the battery pack in the wrong direction.
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It may cause damage to the unit and battery pack.
Caution :
Be sure to use JVC battery packs.
If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and
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performance cannot be guaranteed.
Charging Time:
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Approx. 1 h 50 m (using supplied battery pack, BN-VG107U)
Approx. 2 h 30 m (using supplied battery pack, BN-VG114U)
The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C (77°F). If the battery
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pack is charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F
to 95°F), charging may take a longer time or it may not start.
CHARGE lamp blinks 2 times in a slow cycle for notification if the battery
charge does not start. Also, please note that the recordable and playable
time may also be shortened under some usage conditions such as at low
temperature.
If malfunctions (overvoltage, etc) occur, or if any battery manufactured
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other than JVC is attempted for battery charge, charging stops. In these
cases, CHARGE lamp blinks quickly for notification.
Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter.
If you use any other AC adapters besides the supplied AC adapter,
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malfunctions may occur.
You can record or play back videos while the AC adapter is connected.
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(Battery charging cannot be performed during recording or playback.)
Remove the battery when the unit is to be used for a long time.
Performance of the battery may drop if it is left attached to the unit.
Warning
Rechargeable Batteries ：
When using the battery in a low temperature environment (10°C (50°F) or
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below), the operating time may be shortened, or it may not function
properly. When using this unit outdoors in the winter weather, warm the
battery, such as by placing it in the pocket, before attaching it. (Keep away
from direct contact with a warm pack.)
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat, such as direct sunlight or fire.
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After removing the battery, store it in a dry place between 15°C to 25°C
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(59°F to 77°F).
Keep a 30 % battery level (X) if the battery pack is not to be used for a
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long period of time. In addition, fully charge and then fully discharge the
battery pack every 6 months, then continue to store it at a 30 % battery
level (X).
Memo :
You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours
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indoors.
(Battery charging begins when the LCD monitor is closed.)
Detaching the Battery Pack
To detach the battery pack, perform the above steps in reverse order.
Slide the battery release lever to detach the battery from this unit.
Approximate Battery Charging Time (Using AC Adapter)
Battery Pack
BN-VG107U
(Supplied: GZ-E300)
BN-VG114U
(Supplied: GZ-EX355/GZ-EX310)
BN-VG121U
BN-VG138U
When the battery life is reached, the recording time becomes shorter even
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if the battery pack is fully charged.
(Replace the battery pack with a new one.)
*The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C (77°F). If the battery pack
is charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to
95°F), charging may take a longer time or it may not start. The recordable
and playable time may also be shortened under some usage conditions such
as at low temperature.
"Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)" (A p. 64)
Getting Started
Charging time
1 h 50 m
2 h 30 m
3 h 30 m
6 h 10 m
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