Samsung SC-HMX20C User Manual page 117

Battery packs
The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure
to read the following cautions:
• To avoid hazards
- Do not burn.
- Do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
- Do not modify or disassemble.
- Do not expose the battery to temperatures exceeding 140°F (60°C), as this may cause the battery to overheat,
explode or catch fire.
• To prevent damage and prolong service life
- Do not subject to unnecessary shock.
- Charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown below.
This is a chemical reaction type battery - cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures
can prevent complete charging.
- Store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service
life.
- Fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long time
period.
- Remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as these components may use current even when switched
off.
• We recommended only using genuine Samsung batteries in this camcorder. Using generic non-Samsung batteries can
cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.
• It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use.
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Temperature range specifications
Charging: 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C) / Operation: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) / Storage: -4°F to 132°F (-20°C to 60°C)
• The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.
• Refer to pages 15-16 for details.
On charging the built-in rechargeable battery
Your camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the power switch is
set to off. The built-in rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet via the AC
power adaptor or while the battery pack is attached. The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 6 months if
you do not use your camcorder at all. Use your camcorder after charging the built-in rechargeable battery.
However, even if the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, the camcorder operation will not be affected as long as you
are not recording the date.
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