Charging The Battery Pack - JVC gc-px100 User Manual

Getting Started

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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Open the LCD monitor.
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Open the battery cover.
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Attach the battery pack.
Place the battery toward the right side. Push the battery into the main
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unit, and slide in until the battery clicks into place.
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Close the battery cover, and then close the LCD monitor.
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Connect the AC adapter to the DC connector and plug in the power.
The charging lamp blinks when charging is in progress.
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It goes out when charging is finished.
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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: Approx. 2 h 10 m (using supplied battery pack)
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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.
CHARGE lamp blinks 2 times in a slow cycle for notification if the battery
charge does not start. In such case, leave the battery for a while, and
charge the battery again.
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.
When carrying this unit by putting it in a bag, the power button may be
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pressed accidentally, which may cause the battery to be consumed.
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended that you remove
the battery when carrying this unit.
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.
Battery charging cannot be performed when the power of this unit is on.
In order to charge the battery, be sure to turn off the power.
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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 shoot for long hours indoors.
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Warning